MIAMI RIBS
7921-23 NW 2 ST, Miami FL 33126
Last inspected Oct 7, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
APR 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
OCT 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, not stored inverted or in a protected manner, located at cooking line, and front counter bar. During the inspection, employees properly removed and repositioned items in accordance with established procedures.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Discussed with the operator and provided email handout.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed with operator and provided handout.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 24 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 14 oz can of Sunshine condensed milk with dent and hole at lip surface. Operator voluntarily threw away.
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 operator take out trash and then go to cook line to prepare dish. Inspector coached operator on proper techniques, operator washed hands and wore new gloves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish in walk in cooler.
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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher in hand sink at bar area. Operator removed on site.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at any hand sink in entire establishment. Operator brought over soap from storage.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables with food contact.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and chest freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board on prep table.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of both microwaves soiled.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster, inspector provided via email.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets of ice machine and exterior soiled. Observed air vents soiled in walk in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean pots in dish area and above hand sink on cook line.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed garlic container reused for salt across dish machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in bar area.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken in freezer walk in not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor in back of kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in container with no label.
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 28 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of Dole Pineapple Tidbits 29 oz with dent.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed operator bring soap for hand sinks after leaving kitchen area and not handwash before beginning prep. Coached operator on proper techniques.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meat stored over washed vegetables. Operator reversed order for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (125F - Hot Holding) at warmer in bar area. As per operator, sausage was there for less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator removed sausages and placed in oven to reheat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray and sanitizer stored on same shelf with utensils and spices.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Food manager unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector coached operator, calibrated both thermometers together.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Operator unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector coached operator on how to properly calibrate thermometer, inspector and operators thermometers both calibrated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed storage container of rice soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice scoop held in hand sink next to ice machine. Operator removed scoop.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at any hand sink in kitchen area. Operator brought paper towels for all sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at any hand sink in kitchen area. Operator brought soap for all sinks.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside rice container. Operator discarded bowl.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave and cooler handles soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple tanks not serviced throughout kitchen area and walk in cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted at dish area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee items stored with to go containers.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of rice and oil stored on floor in dry area. Operator removed rice from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed pair of tongs on smoker that was not in use.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in all reach in and walk in coolers soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on container in clean dish area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed coffee machine with waste line dispensing into three compartment sink at bar area.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed plastic container of spices reused for salt.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in cooler where beer is kept at bar
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of food cooled to proper perameters with no cover in walk in cooler. Manager covered stored food.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed three compartment sink leaking into container.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt with no label on counter at kitchen entrance.
Jun 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed desserts no labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill, kitchen reach in gasket with heavy soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauces bottles no labeled.
Apr 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate9 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.
Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification under Dayana Cardona expired on 04/01/2024
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon inside of the front counter hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the kitchen hand washing sink.
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.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed desserts no labeled.
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 Jennifer Bustos, Juliana Hernandez, Israel Rincon without employee training they been working here for more than 60 days of hired.
Ceiling tile missing. By walk in freezer.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation/washing dishes. Observed employee washing dishes with no hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler no in use.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of soda drinks stored on the floor in the storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill, kitchen reach in gasket with heavy soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean Pans and trays with old labels
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Inside of a cooler. Chef removed it.
Stored food not covered. Observed meat empanadas no covered inside of the reach in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauces bottles no labeled.
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at 2 handwash sinks in the kitchen.
No soap provided at 2 handwashing sink in the kitchen.
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.