ERNIES ACAI
9071 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33156
Last inspected Jul 18, 2025 · 5 visits since July 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.
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▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
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. Clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events was provided.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 18, 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
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed associate with multiple bracelets while on front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front.
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in chest freezer scoop handle touching frozen fruits.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at front counter.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed açaí thawing in standing water; inspector had employees turn cold running water on.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events was provided.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a bracelet while preparing food.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located next to three compartments sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a boxes of açaí thawed in standing water at preparation sink kitchen area.
Two Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager hanged the mop.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed one white cutting boards is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter and preparation area, and bathrooms.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with almond, chia seed, coconut, granola, etc. not identified by common name.
Jul 18, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ The establishment needs to apply for a license. The form was provided.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed one white cutting boards is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter and preparation area, and bathrooms.
Stored food not covered. Observed sorbets at reach in freezer not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with almond, chia seed, coconut, granola, etc. not identified by common name.
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.