GIARDINO GOURMET SALADS
11402 NW 41 ST #110, Doral FL 33178 · 305.629.9553
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Emailed to operator.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed BEANS (53F - Cooling) at reach in cooler made two days prior as per manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed SALMON SALAD (55F - Cold Holding); CHICKEN SALAD (60F - Cold Holding); HARD BOILED EGGS (61F - Cold Holding) at front counter. Manager moved items to another cooling unit for rapid chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed BEANS (53F - Cooling) at reach in cooler made two days prior as per manager.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at front counter not cooling properly, left thermometer in for five minutes with a temperature of 58F.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers at ware washing area shelf wet nesting.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed the plastic containers that were washing area, wet, nesting employee dried containers.
Aug 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked salmon in original commercial packaging thawed in the reach in cooler at preparation area.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Josselin Morataya manager certification expired on 2/15/25.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles at preparation area with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed A/C vents at preparation area soiled with debris.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed cooked salmon in original commercial packaging thawed in the reach in cooler at preparation area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed the plastic containers that were washing area, wet, nesting employee dried containers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small hole in wall next water heater.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in cooler next to soups spiked with food debris. Observed spay nozzle tip heavily solid with mold like substance at three compartment sink.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator not knowing proper quaternary concentration. Coached operator on correct procedure.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink near three compartment sink. Paper was provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed garlic and tomatoes soup with no date marking at reach-in cooler at preparation area. As per operator, made on Saturday (more than 24 hours ago). Coached operator on correct procedure.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used by employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at preparation and front counter area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in preparation area with water damage.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee doing food preparation while wearing bracelets at preparation area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed middle door reach-in cooler gasket in disrepair at preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed three complaints sink spray hose soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service box of gloves on floor at preparation area. Operator removed box off floor.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked quinoa (51 F - Cold Holding); soft tofu (50 F - Cold Holding). As per operator, for less than 4 hours. Operator placed items in freezer for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 3 ceiling tiles in prep area with water damage.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in prep area with temperature at 50 F. Operator called technician to fix cold holding unit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Feb 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wash, rinse and sanitize dishes/metal bowl strainers at triple sink, then proceeded to place on gloves to portion roasted broccoli into plastic containers. Employee changed tasks without washing hands prior to placing on gloves. Discussed with Manager regarding proper handwashing requirements and provided " When You Wear Gloves" handout to keep displayed within kitchen area.
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. Emailed to operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stains/ water damaged on ceiling tiles towards back kitchen area.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean rice cooker, not in use, stored under paper towel dispenser, next to kitchen handwash sink.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed individual cups of yogurt w/ fruit stored at customer self service cooler unit at dinning area, missing product identity/description and address of the establishment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located at back kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of 10oz clear plastic cups stored on floor, under convection oven at back kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food storage containers of rice, brown rice and quinoa not labeled, stored on shelves across from reach in cooler.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. Emailed to Manager at time of inspection.
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. Discussed and emailed to Manager at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water stains located towards back kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris, located on shelving, across from coolers at kitchen area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit located next to soup warmer at front food prep line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located across from mop sink at kitchen area.
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