ELITE CATERING SERVICES OF MIAMI
7700 NW 37 AVE, Miami FL 33147 · 7864883638
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, products placed inside unit on the previous day.
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2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023045197 | May 18, 2023 | Sep 7, 2023 | $320 |
| 1--2020001810 | Dec 11, 2019 | Feb 26, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing soiled with paper towels next to 3 compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed squeeze bottle with soap not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled with dark substance inside walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tiles by the hot holding units.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with grease at cook line. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Jun 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile bulging and with water damage at cook line.
Observed shelf underneath preparation table with rust. Located across from 3 compartment sink.
Jun 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over cases of apples and oranges at walk in cooler. Manager rearranged products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, products placed inside unit on the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, products placed inside unit on the previous day.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board with stains at cook line. Manager removed item.
Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile bulging and with water damage at cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage inside walk in cooler. Manager discarded item.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of chicken base stored on floor at dry storage area.
Observed aprons stored inside women's bathroom. Manager removed items.
Observed shelf underneath preparation table with rust. Located across from 3 compartment sink.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection 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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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing from hose Bibb at cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table across 3 compartment sink at cook line. Manager removed and washed properly during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open bottle of water on top preparation table across 3 compartment sink. Manager discarded during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal open bottle water inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and discarded during inspection.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed chocolate pudding dented can inside walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table. Operator cleaned can opener.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelve under prep table broken.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shied in despair in top preparation area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle water inside walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers being stored on the floor inside storage room. Employee removed and stored properly.
Apr 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed by 3 compartment sink spray bottle (Chlorine 200+ppm) Operator diluted chlorine sanitizer with more water; spray bottle (Chlorine 100ppm)
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observe a spry bottles containing chlorine sanitizer not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled spray bottle
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile broken inside dry storage room.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored over cut onions employee foods not fully segregated from restaurant food.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing faucet handle at preparation table sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. observed standing water next to hot warmers at prepping area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles inside dry storage room.
Food stored on floor. Observed sack of flour being stored on the floor inside dry storage room. Manager removed and stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single to go containers being stored inside dry storage room. Manager removed and stored properly during inspection.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris on top of preparation table. Employee washed can opener during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided soap during inspection.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Osmany and Ariel employees training expired 10-27-24
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust on top of dry storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed cutting knife being stored between compartment sink and wall.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.observed employees handling food with out hair restraint. Manager told employees to use hair nets, employees put hair nets on.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floors tiles at storage area by food warmers.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives being stored between 3 compartment sink and wall. Manager removed and stored it properly.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle water inside walk in cooler next to box of cream cheese, Manager removed and discarded during inspection.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can with garbanzo beans dented.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed on single serve items storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Feb 29, 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 buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on walk in freezer floor and door.
Light not functioning. Observed light burn out inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to faucet no vacuum breaker.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser no labeled. Manager labeled spray bottle.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.
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.