ENSENADA MIAMI
7301 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33138
Last inspected Jan 21, 2025 · 5 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
AUG 23
APR 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between B and F. 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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over bread at walk in freezer. Operator started relocating food correctly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. Provided by email.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink with food debris inside at cook line across stove.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided by email and operator printed and posted.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed clams,mussels and oysters removed from original container stored at walk in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell egg shell egg (69F - Cold Holding) located at dessert area near ice machine as per operator less than two hours. Manager store inside reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of French fries and chicken breast stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area.
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cook line. Also observed soiled can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed employee washing dishes on handwashing sink in the coffee station area.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 missing tiles at dish washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Apr 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 25ppm).
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw lamb. Inside reach in cooler, Employee stored product properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mix vegetables (45F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers (61F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); lamb (51F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); raw swordfish (61F - Cold Holdin. All across the front cook line. As per employee less than 3 hours. Employee add ice under metal containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked lamb (125F - Hot Holding) on top of the oven at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee moved container to reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cook line. Also observed soiled can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed employee washing dishes on handwashing sink in the coffee station area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine and quaternary test kit available.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in prep area next to ice machine. Manager restocked soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal plate being used as a scoop in cooked vegetables container at cook line cooler. Also on rice raw container across walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 missing tiles at dish washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed green cutting board next to 3 compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone and keys next to cutting boards at preparation area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at cook line wearing a watch and jewelry.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at dishwasher area, also at coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed metal container with cooked lamb not covered.Observed at cook line.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white bin containers with rice, sugar and flour not labeled with common name. Across from walk in cooler
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container with vegetable inside. Operator removed during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Juan Carlos Gomez.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area. Operator provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Kathy Clarke.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone located on top reach in cooler front counter salad station.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler located near oven front counter area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Drainage located near fryer machine front counter area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near ice machine.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Next to ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans inside walking 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.