MI TIERRA BAR AND KITCHEN
13804 SW 56 ST, Miami FL 33175 · (305) 590-5250
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 24 points better than where it started.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021010831 | Jan 21, 2021 | Aug 30, 2021 | $600 |
| 1--2019045971 | Jul 1, 2019 | Mar 3, 2020 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (127F - Hot Holding) inside rice warmer, as per manager from approximately 30 minutes prior.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS at bar area with a strainer inside.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice, yellow rice, cooked chicken, and cooked pasta without date marked. As per manager from previous day.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards at cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed container with produce on floor inside WIC.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside WIC.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans inside WIC soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing four, one for hose bib and 3 for other hose bib that has a three splitter connection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled spray noise at prep sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust build up on food shelves inside walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for male bathroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed in disrepair the cove molding from wall to prep sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed female employee in front area prepping coffee with no hair restraint. Also observed chef in kitchen with no hair restraint conducting food preparation and handling.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee scrubbing pots with soap inside the marked rinse basin.
Missing drain plugs at dumpsters.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at beverage station in front area and handwash sink in the kitchen next to 3CS. Also observed no sign in the male and female bathrooms.
Open dumpster lids.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind prep sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at prep sink in the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on prep counter in kitchen.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink behind the bar. Employee provided during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled behind front counter. Employee labeled properly during inspection.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed men and women bathroom door left open during operating hours.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top preparation table. Employee inverted during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on yellow cutting board at preparation table. Manager discarded during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of green plantain being stored on the floor next to office. Employee removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign on both handwashing sink. Women and men. Provided manager handout via email, manager printed and displayed during inspection.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 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 chicken stored over ground beef at walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Drawers: marinade pork (54- Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was placed at reach in cooler 24 hours before the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Drawers: marinade pork (54- Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was placed at reach in cooler 24 hours before the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 95F.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's and women's bathroom.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee washing dishes at 3 compartment sink and then began handling clean sauce bowls, no hand wash.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed plastic juice bottle stored inside ice bin at bar.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed plastic juice bottle stored inside ice bin at bar.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit 3 days prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit 3 days prior. Observed raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit less than 1 hour prior. Employee took product to reach in freezer to rapidly chill.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at hand sink at bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at hand sink at bar.
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 beef under cooked, no consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory and manager posted on wall at dining area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men and women bathrooms missing self closing mechanism.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl stored inside container of bread crumbs at storage area. Manager removed item.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean glasses not inverted at bar.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container and cardboard boxes of plantains stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at front line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bar utensils stored in standing water. Employee removed items.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sinks at bar, kitchen, dish area and bathrooms.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at dish area. Manager removed cloths and employee began setting up sanitizer solution.
Jan 2, 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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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at all hand wash sinks in the restaurant.
Jun 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Provided to operator via email.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside rice container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed mugs and glass cups not inverted at bar area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. DW Machine, 0 ppm. Operator fixed DW, Dishwasher sanitizer 100 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler across from the grill observed sausage (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 3 hours, employee transferred food to inside the reach in cooler to rapidly cool.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container stored on the hand wash sink at preparation area,employee removed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bar tender rinsing cocktail mixer in the hand wash sink at front counter. Informed manager to instruct employee of were to properly wash dishes.
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. All employees working for over 60 days with no proof of training. Jesus, Eliane,Alvaro.
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. Employee Reporting Agreement not completed for employees.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior with grease buildup, at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at all hand wash sinks in the restaurant.
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed beans (84F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per operator for approximately 2 hours. Advised operator to reheat to 165F.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw wings stored over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over heavy cream at preparation cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw shrimp at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. Operator removed to walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed calamari and plastic containers stored inside hand washing sink. Operator removed from hand sink.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Scarlett with no manager certification.
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. Provided to operator via email.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink at bar area.
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 beef undercooked, no consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory poster and operator posted in wall at bar.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside rice container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed mugs and glass cups not inverted at bar area.
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 headphones stored on top of plate at bar area. Operator removed headphones.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantain and cooked chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle at cook line. Operator removed tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in water at 82F.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign posted next to ice machine sink and bathrooms.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari thawing at room temperature. Operator placed calamari on walk in cooler.
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