GIARDINO GOURMET SALADS
6653 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33143 · 305.665.1770
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 33 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Handout was provided by email.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish and food racks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine up front no longer working.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided via email.
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No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of cups on floor in back of kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor; not in use.
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 4 lb 2.5 oz can of Celebrity Tuna with dent.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed surface cleaner stored on box of seran wrap on kitchen. Operator moved during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to multiple tiles.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed on wall outside of office.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor under oven.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy printed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop sink; not in use.
Jul 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 55 oz can of premium sliced olives with dent.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 packages of ROP salmon thawed ambiently inside plastic.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
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 observed Yamary with no agreement or training; less than 60 days hired. Manager printed agreement and had associate sign.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. Observed on dry dish racks.
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 Joselin expired; 2-15-23.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vents with dust.
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 3 packages of ROP salmon thawed ambiently inside plastic.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cup on prep table. Observed phones and drinks above prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor under oven.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand sink in kitchen slow draining.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process with management.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process with management.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator placed in sink to wash, rinse and sanitize.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed rice cooker lid in hand sink in kitchen during inspection. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. Observed on dry dish rack.
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 Joselin 02-25-23.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food and cups above prep table in kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees with bracelets on engaging in food prep.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf in kitchen soiled where microwave is held.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food residue.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash sink at front counter used as dump sink, with old lettuce residue.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink at front counter. Operator provided.
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. Observed for employee Waeel Saydi, hired 3 weeks. Operator printed, reviewed and signed for with employee.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at front counter floors, soiled with food, used gloves and receipts, with only 1 customer present and 3 employees. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at front counter floors, soiled with food, used gloves and receipts. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of cucumbers stored on floor at rear kitchen handwash sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at front counter display area soiled with croutons and cranberry toppings.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand wash sink at front counter.
Stored food not covered. Observed at front counter lower shelf a container of croutons stored uncovered.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at front counter.
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. Observed new employee no proof of Food employee reporting agreement. Employee read and signed the food employee reporting agreement.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box with cucumber stored on floor under hand wash sink.
Nov 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Food residue at hand wash sink located at front counter and one located at preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage.
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Turkey (49 F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (47 F - Cold Holding); boiler eggs (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
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. Handout was provided by email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board very soiled at front counter.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Food residue at hand wash sink located at front counter and one located at preparation area.
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. Food Employee Reporting Agreement were provided in English and Spanish.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At front counter.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly identified and segregated at reach in cooler and freezer.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee was cutting
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towel at preparation table next to cutting board. Operator removed the towel.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed two wood cutting boards surface not sealed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottles with different sauces 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.