LOVELYS IN THE CITY
1622 NW 62 ST, Miami FL 33147 · 305 333 1413
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
APR 25
JUN 25
AUG 25
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JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Observed: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed rodent droppings behind chest freezer, approximately 50 droppings, 6 rodent droppings on top of preparation table, approximately 30 droppings under shelves at storage area, approximately 25 rodent droppings under flat top grill at kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025032438 | Apr 17, 2025 | Sep 26, 2025 | $800 |
| 1--2023025558 | May 1, 2023 | Jul 8, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10/25. Operator paid for license during inspection.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed light not working inside of walk in cooler.
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall near chest freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mop correctly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near chest freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of sugar.
Jun 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-202
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling at bathroom.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Apr 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-2024.
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling at bathroom.
Observed: Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Observed: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Observed: Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop being stored inside mop bucket.
Apr 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Observed: Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of tomato paste dented.
Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-2024.
Observed: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed rodent droppings behind chest freezer, approximately 50 droppings, 6 rodent droppings on top of preparation table, approximately 30 droppings under shelves at storage area, approximately 25 rodent droppings under flat top grill at kitchen.
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can openers soiled with food debris. On top preparation table in preparation area.
Observed: Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 2 dead mice on a glue trap on the floor inside equipment storage room, 5 dead mice on a glue traps under two door reach in cooler.
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling at bathroom.
Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board grooved. Operator discarded cutting board board.
Observed: Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food inside reach in cooler not identified as employee food, not segregated from restaurant food.
Observed: Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Observed: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Observed: Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop being stored inside mop bucket.
Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top cooked yellow rice inside reach in cooler next to preparation table. Employee removed and stored product properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of insecticide under preparation table next to rice machine.employee removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling inside employee bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil being stored on the floor next to frying station employee removed and stored product properly.
Full text of violation
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside plastic container under preparation table, employee removed and stored properly.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp inside standing water on top 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored inside reach in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop being stored inside the mop bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on top preparation table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled under preparation table.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris across reach in freezer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to storage area, employee provided paper towels during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair at employee bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/01/2022
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing sign missing at employees bathroom.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink inside reach in cooler across from preparation table. Employee removed and discarded during installation.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet soiled towel on top of preparation table across the oven. Employee replaced with a clean towel.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee cleaned can opener at time of inspection.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler, water dripping in to a plastic container and then splashing on the floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented can with chili con carne,and a can of dice tomatoes. Owner discarded dented cans.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper at hand wash sinks. Employee provided paper towels.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee cleaned can opener during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available. Employee provided paper towels.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths on top of table. Employee stored wiping cloths inside sanitizer b.
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.