EL SAZON DE MIAMI
4800 W FLAGLER ST STE 101-102, Miami FL 33134 · 786-307-0601
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler a box with malanga stored on floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
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In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Cook line.
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded pork at 47°F at reach in cooler located at front counter. Operator discarded the item.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line reach
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at kitchen. Operator hung pizza shovel on floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen. Operator placed knife on magnet.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed at front counter for ice cream utensils.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at kitchen's floor disposable cups not properly stored.
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used to cover pizza dough inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice with beans (53F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (56F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (59F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than a day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice with beans (53F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (56F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (59F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than a day.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can blade opener heavily soiled on prep table across triple sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand sink next to triple sink. Operator removed the container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small white cutting board on prep table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer at front counter.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on shelves at kitchen.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor heavily soiled under shelves inside walk in cooler.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. At front unit.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Employee adjusted the velocity.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. At reaching cooler, used as divider.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed hood' filters soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood needs a deep cleaning.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.
Nov 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 3, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at walk in cooler a container with malanga purée without label.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.