GRIOT TROPICAL
1186 NW 103 ST, Miami FL 33150
Last inspected Jan 6, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
□ 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.
FEB 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live rodent present. Observed one live rodent under ice machine behind front counter/bar area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024006556 | Feb 1, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor soiled with dust at front counter and dining area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust at front counter and dining area.
Jan 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area.
Oct 20, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 38 rodent droppings on top of metal rack across oven. Observed approximately 54 rodent droppings under flat grill. Observed approximately 49 rodent droppings under oven.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under frying station, one dead roach under oven, 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink. Located at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area.
Oct 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live rodent present. Observed one live rodent under ice machine behind front counter/bar area.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed vegetables stored inside thank you bags at reach in cooler behind front counter.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches inside unplugged reach in freezer in kitchen area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 38 rodent droppings on top of metal rack across oven. Observed approximately 54 rodent droppings under flat grill. Observed approximately 49 rodent droppings under oven.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed rodent nesting under oven.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with black substance at preparation area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris and black substance at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler, oven, reach in freezer door handles soiled with dark substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks on top reach in freezer.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under frying station, one dead roach under oven, 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink. Located at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor next to metal dry rack across oven.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of cooking equipments soiled with grease. Observed top of preparation table soiled with grease and food debris at kitchen area.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor from sewer cap next to oven and 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food old food debris and standing water.
Oct 16, 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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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exterior back door in kitchen area.
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer soiled with grease, employee cleaned properly during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises, manager ordered test strips online during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels at handwashing sinks behind front counter and kitchen area. Manager provided during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Florence Abraham working more than 60 days. No proof of training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sinks behind front counter and kitchen area. Manager provided during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks on top of reach in freezer, manager discarded during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water being stored on the floor at front counter. Employee removed and properly.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers on top of preparation table not inverted, employee inverted during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind and next oven soiled with dark substance.
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed a hole on the ceiling without cover above the gas tank.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath both exterior back doors ( kitchen and dining ).
Aug 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags being used to stored plant food inside reach in cooler next to steam table.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of unwashed vegetables at reach in cooler next to steam table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler next to steam table. As per employee less than 3 hours.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for more than 3months.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test at premises.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees over 60 days employed without food handlers certification -Prinsca Djerly, Laurenncie Gassant.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at front counter handwashing sink. Employee provided soap during inspection
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 Gatorade bottle stored inside reach in cooler next to steam table. Employee removed and discarded during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exterior back door in kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall next to 3 compartment sink.
Feb 5, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employees started working without washing their hands.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for 3 months.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Missing employee trainings, employees have been working in the establishment for more than 2 months (Edner Joseph, Laurenne Gassant, Djerlie Prinsca, Vane jacmvier, and Ketia Charles.
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.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 F degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in any hand sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a hole on the ceiling without cover above the gas tank.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees prepping food without hair restraint.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath both exterior back doors ( kitchen and dining ).
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light cover in disrepair.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. As per person in charge, mop sink was removed.
Feb 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 37 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority13 Intermediate17 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employees started working without washing their hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open to the public with an expired license since 10/01/2023.Employee prepping food. Owner paid the license while we were conducting the inspection.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 3 spiders present ( 1 by the pool table, and 2 across the oven in the kitchen)
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately + 6 live roaches crawling out of reach in freezer structure at the front bar, + 9 underneath the steam table, kitchen area : + 5 behind the stove, + 25 inside the oven.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed + 25 droppings behind sofas at the dining area and + 20 underneath steam table and reach in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately + 15 rodent droppings underneath steam table, next to the reach in cooler by kitchen door and behind sofas in the dining area..
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed rodent nesting materials underneath the oven door in the kitchen
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. Information was provided.
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. Observed accumulation of grease and old debris inside the oven.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 F degrees Fahrenheit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for 3 months.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Missing employee trainings, employees have been working in the establishment for more than 2 months (Edner Joseph, Laurenne Gassant, Djerlie Prinsca, Vane jacmvier, and Ketia Charles.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap in any sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves undercooked eggs and consumer advisory is not present. Consumer advisory was printed.
Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. See stop sale. Observed cooked pork without protection inside reach in freezer located in the kitchen. Shopping market bags directly above that uncovered cooked pork.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 F degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in any hand sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a hole on the ceiling without cover above the gas tank.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed + 2 dead roaches inside women restroom, 2 inside empty room next to the men bathroom, 2 on the floor at the entertainment room, + 5 inside light cover in the kitchen.
Dead rodent present. Observed 10 dead mice underneath reach in cooler located by kitchen door.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees prepping food without hair restraint.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath both exterior back doors ( kitchen and dining ).
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and old debris on the kitchen floor behind and underneath equipments.
Food stored on floor. Observed onion bag, lime box, plastic gallons with cooking oil, all of them on the kitchen floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light cover in disrepair.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Poster was provided.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs on all the hand sinks.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. As per person in charge, mop sink was removed.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork stored in a pot without cover inside reach in freezer.
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.