FAMOUS DAVE'S DORAL
8240 NW 36 ST, Doral FL 33166 · 786-621-5456
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
OCT 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork inside reach in cooler under grill inside kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by chest freezer.
Aug 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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 food handler for Guillermo Lang certificate expired on 11/6/25.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by chest freezer.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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/
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled in dry storage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stuck between containers inside dry storage. Operator stored containers in order to be air dried.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon in standing water at 90°F in back kitchen. Operator removed water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf in kitchen soiled at the end of kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towel on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beef inside drawer under griddle in kitchen. Operator stored products as per safety protocols.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of grill in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of grill in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked pork inside reach in cooler under griddle. Operator stored foods correctly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station by Sosa machine at front counter. Operator provided paper towel.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards in front of ovens in back kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers on shelf opinion back kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and reach in cooler. Operator stored knife correctly.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching coleslaw inside reach in cooler. Operator stored scoop correctly.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed inside kitchen. Operator discarded towel.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Manager cleaned it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside ovens.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth in the top of the preparation table. Manager put it inside tether sanitizer bucket.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm). Operator added water and observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm).
Raw animal food cooked with non-continuous method is not identified/labeled while stored after initial heating according to written procedures. Observed raw chicken wings inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both white cutting boards in back kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers on shelf in back kitchen. Employee stored containers in order to air dry.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of deep fryer in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw salmon thawing at room temperature in cook line. Operator removed container to Walk in cooler.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge zone by kitchen back door.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork inside reach in cooler under grill inside kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
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/. Food Manager Certified arrived at time of Inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed inside ware washing area. Operator provided paper towel.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tile inside back kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards in back kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn inside cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wood plank in standing water at 90°F by grill in cook line. Operator started to reheat water.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed food trays not inverted on shelf inside cook line. Operator inverted trays.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked beef thawing at room temperature in back kitchen. Operator placed meat inside Walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed brown sugar container inside dry storage. Operator labeled container.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling tiles inside ware washing area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers stored on shelf by walk in cooler. Operator stored containers in order to air dry.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed dumpster lid broken.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Operator placed a plug on dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler gaskets.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chorizo container not covered inside Walk-in cooler. Operator covered container.
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.