MO'S BAGELS & DELI
2780 NE 187TH ST, Aventura FL 33180 · (305)936-8555
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor of outside walk in cooler/ freezer disrepair.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep tables.
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Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Observed ice machine door in disrepair and off hinge.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded.
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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 employee filling up pan of water from Handwash sink in ware wash area. Advised manager that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense split peas.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Observed cases of takeout containers stored outside unprotected from potential contamination.
Observed container of raw ground beef stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Observed ice machine door in disrepair and off hinge.
Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table in kitchen.
Observed table top Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Observed various kitchen equipment soiled with grease and food debris.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Observed Employee washed hands with no soap. Advised manager and he instructed employee rewash hands properly.
Observed raw salmon being stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler.
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.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink due to dispenser in disrepair. Located in prep area.
Observed establishment using a Nonfood-grade basting brush (paint brush) for food preparation.
Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located next to fryer. Manager removed.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Observed Working containers of sugar, brown sugar and salt removed from original container placed in plastic containers not identified by common name.
Observed kitchen equipment soiled with grease, food debris or food buildup.
Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed shelf in warewash area not designed or constructed in a durable manner and held up by rock.
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Observed various Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Observed various cases takeout containers stored outside unprotected from elements. Advised manager and he removed.
Observed various foods stored in reach in cooler not covered.
Observed various takeout containers stored on floor.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of stove.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in kitchen area.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medication stored on top of reach in cooler. Chef removed.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Manager removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container cracked and broken. Manager discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water stored on floor. Manager instructed employee to move to shelf.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between reach in coolers. Chef removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area and drink station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager instructed employee to remove from floor.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed 2 bottles of medicine being stored on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink next to soda machine being used as a dump sink. Manager coached employee and cleaned sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to soda machine. Manager added.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Manager discarded.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Manager removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located throughout kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Standing water in bottom of front counter reach-in-cooler.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Water draining onto bucket from condensing unit in walk in cooler. Manager called maintenance.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of lentil soup being stored on floor. Located in kitchen area. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Manager instructed employee to clean.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bagels being stored in non food grade bags. Manager discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach being stored on shelf directly next to food in dry storage area. Manager removed.
AC drain line draining into handwash sink.
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 and emailed form to operator.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout establishment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk freezer and throughout establishment. Also observed soiled cardboard on floor in bakery area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of food on floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved to shelf.
Food stored outside. Observed various cases of food being stored outside on shelf. Manager instructed employee to remove.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets and kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated food debris and or grease.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located behind front counter. Manager moved to shelf.
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.