MIRANDA CUISINE & BAR
4299 NW 36 ST, Miami Springs FL 33166 · 305-888-4662
Last inspected Dec 17, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimps inside Walk-in cooler. Operator stored them correctly.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in front of cook line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by soda machine in dry storage.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of deep fryers in kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in back kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in kitchen. Employee clean gaskets.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler across griddle in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching cooked plantains with their bare hands inside back kitchen. Employee reheated plantains, washed hands, and put gloves on.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over cilantro containers inside Walk in cooler. Operator store products according to safety protocols.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station by Walk in cooler. Operator provided paper towel.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee clean DM exterior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling ceiling vents inside kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of grill in kitchen.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed in back kitchen. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic and oil (47 F - Cold Holding) in kitchen. As per Operator container has been outside for 1 hour. Operator placed container inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade in back kitchen. Operator sent blade to be washed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put a hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 91°F on oven in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels throughout kitchen.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic lids and cutting boards stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed everything from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powder container unlabeled on shelf inside kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler. Operator stored bread inside Food graded bags.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimps inside Walk-in cooler. Operator stored them correctly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tile inside dry storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior in front of cook line.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside rice container on shelf in back kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee restroom.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside Bar and employee restroom. Inspector provided sign to operator.
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.