MI RIVAL SUPERMARKET INC
500 SW 1 ST, Miami FL 33130 · 786-619-7698
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside thank you bag at RIC by storage area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked beef inside RIC at storage area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (67F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (68F - Hot Holding) stored at front counter hot box, as per cook placed inside since 6AM.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (55F - Cold Holding) next to coffee station at ambient temperature, as per cook for approximately 1 hour prior, she placed inside RIC for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (67F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (68F - Hot Holding) stored at front counter hot box, as per cook placed inside since 6AM.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200 plusppm) underneath steam table, cook diluted with water and final reading is Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside handwashing sink. Operator removed.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cut watermelon self serve to customers, not labeled.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of minimum cold holding temperature.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and chicken stored inside RIC at storage area no date marked, as per cook from more than 24 hours prior.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not individually wrapped at front counter RIC for self serving.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 4 seats added at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor at storage area.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed RIF with fries, tostones in hallway were customers have access.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3CS chlorine sanitizer at 300PPM+. Operator diluted sanitizer to 100PPM onsite.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (66F - Cold Holding)on top of prep table. As per operator butter has been out for approximately 20 minutes. Butter was placed inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside handwashing sink. Operator removed it onsite.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towel onsite.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef inside thank you bag inside reach in freezer at hallway.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (72F - Cold Holding)on top of preparation table as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Coached employee and product were placed inside ice bath 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. Provided to operator via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed lid and rice cooker on top of handwashing sink, operator removed.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of minimum cold holding temperature.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Observed employees Orgina Terraro, and Maria Revelo all previously signed employee reporting agreement but no proof of any employee training available upon request.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers undercooked raw shell eggs, operator printed and posted.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed strawberry syrup case on floor at hallway.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Oct 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 72F underneath steam table.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in coolers throughout kitchen.
Sep 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw salmon inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ceviche mix (65F - Cold Holding); milk (62F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Coached employee and products were placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook washed hands inside 3 compartment sink, coached operator on correct procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wood on top of handwashing sink and rice cooker on top. Operator removed.
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. Observed employees Jimmy Darlyn Cruz, Orgina Terraro, and Maria Revelo all previously signed employee reporting agreement but no proof of any employee training available upon request.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 72F underneath steam table.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in coolers throughout kitchen.
Mar 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Printed and Provided to operator at the time of the inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
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. Printed and Provided to operator at the time of the inspection.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container.
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.