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MI SABOR LATINO CAFE

4275 SW 73 AVE, Miami FL 33155 · 305.968.4009

Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2331249
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
FEB 25
NOV 25
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line. Cook placed product inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen utensils inside hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle of degreaser near three compartment sink not labeled. Operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in lobby area with rust accumulation.
Basic/14-33-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Basic/14-17-4
The state's own report →
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter area used as a dump sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board stored in the kitchen area floor.
Basic/24-07-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, wallet on top of the prep table.
Basic/40-06-5
Food stored on floor. Observed case of soft drinks stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rusted.
Basic/14-33-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed lids of to go containers stored in the front area floor.
Basic/25-05-4
Stored food not covered. Observed pork chops not covered inside of the walk in cooler, observed sugar container not covered at the front service area.
Basic/08B-12-5
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over marinated pork. Employee stored shell eggs on the bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, wallet on top of the prep table.
Basic/40-06-5
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed the towel.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed front counter reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust located in the kitchen area.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Observed raw bacon no covered inside of the front counter reach in freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line. Cook placed product inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 2 packages of thawed raw mahi and 3 packages of thawed raw salmon inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler at cook line.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed onions (58F - Cold Holding) at room temperature on stove. Cook reheated product. Second temperature, 172F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine solution stored on cutting board at cook line. Cook removed bucket from cutting board.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200 plus ppm) at cook line. Cook diluted solution with water. Final reading, 100 ppm.
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of cooking utensils and metal strainer stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Observed sponge stored inside hand sink at cafe area and wiping cloths hanging on hand sink at front counter. Cook removed items from hand sink at kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
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 2 packages of thawed raw mahi and 3 packages of thawed raw salmon inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/14-33-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Cook diluted solution with water. Final reading 100ppm.
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site
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 eggs and beef undercooked, no consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory sign to and person in charge posted.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked ground beef, cooked beans and cooked beef at walk in cooler missing date marking.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
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 employee training for Tamara expired 2-24.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed signs missing at hand sinks at front counter, sandwich preparation area and men's bathroom. Printed and provided hand washing signs and employees posted at hand sinks.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed Ceiling/ceiling tile shows water damage at front counter area and sandwich area. Also observed ceiling tile missing above reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/36-32-5
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust at reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/14-33-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and front counter area.
Basic/21-12-4
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Employee diluted solution with water, final reading 50ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can stored in front of hand sink at kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed lids, plastic containers and utensils stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Cook removed items.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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 employee health reporting agreements and some employees reviewed and signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks at ceiling at dining area and women's bathroom.
Basic/36-32-5
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 raw salmon (frozenF - Cold Holding); raw mahi (frozenF - Cold Holding) all thawing inside reduced oxygen packaging at room temperature at preparation sink. Coached employee on proper thawing procedures regarding raw fish inside reduced oxygen packaging. Cook removed fish from packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish, raw beef and raw pork thawing at room temperature at 3 compartment sink. Advised person in charge to turn on cool, running water over products.
Basic/06-01-5
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-50-4

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.