JOEL RESTAURANT
3300 NW S RIVER DR, Miami FL 33142 · 305.635.1020
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Form provided.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee organizing boxes then putting gloves on to go prep food. Coached her on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands and changed gloves onsite.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef over calamari inside reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside handwashing sink. Operator removed onsite.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting board.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork skin inside "thank-you" bags stored inside reach in freezer in kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep table in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans and cooked chicken inside walk in cooler with no date marking.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gasket on walk in cooler door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave at kitchen prep table.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beans, cooked chicken, and raw chicken stored inside walk in cooler with no cover.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls alongside 3 compartment sink and steam table in kitchen area.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mojo (98F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the cookline for less than 2 hours, as per employee. Educated employee how to keep items hot holding. Items were reheated.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing their hands in the 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to dump coffee.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator turned on water, due to the water heater being replaced by a new one.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on water, due to the water heater being replaced by a new one.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen with no water. Operator turned on water, due to the water heater being replaced by a new one.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the walk in cooler and prep area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed shelves in the kitchen rusted, on top of the 3 compartment sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout the prep area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By the mop sink and front counter.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under kitchen 3 compartment sink, and cookline.
Oct 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board in kitchen soiled. Observed slicer blade soiled with accumulated old food debris.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water, when hot water valve is open no hot water comes out at all.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under cookline soiled with accumulation of old food debris / grease.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled in kitchen. Observed exterior of stove at cook line soiled with excessive old grease. Observed wall fan near prep area in back kitchen soiled with dust. Observed shelf under warmer in kitchen soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet at hand sink in kitchen in disrepair. Observed faucet loose.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed food employee put gloves on to wash and rinse equipment. Observed Food Employee change gloves to start cooking food for customer. Educated food employee on proper hand washing.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At the time of the inspection observed employee washing and rinsing dishes and utensils and not sanitizing. Instructed operator to set up three compartment sink. Educated employee on proper ware washing.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yuca (112F - Hot Holding) at cook line. Food employee placed to reheat.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in three compartment sink.
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. Provided to operator during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board in kitchen soiled. Observed slicer blade soiled with accumulated old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Joel Hernandez manager certificate 04-07-24 expired.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water, when hot water valve is open no hot water comes out at all.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under cookline soiled with accumulation of old food debris / grease.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall at kitchen entrance next to prep table.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled in kitchen. Observed exterior of stove at cook line soiled with excessive old grease. Observed wall fan near prep area in back kitchen soiled with dust. Observed shelf under warmer in kitchen soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet at hand sink in kitchen in disrepair. Observed faucet loose.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs in the same container with ham. The cook removed the eggs.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed at the front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bowl in the sink. The cook removed the bowl from the sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cook line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of yellow rice. The cook removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Observed 5 large plastic containers with cooking oil on the floor in the dry storage area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Form 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. Form provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom. The owner put soap in the men's restroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided.
Open dumpster lid. The owner closed it.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.