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MO'S BAGELS & DELI

2780 NE 187TH ST, Aventura FL 33180 · (305)936-8555

Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2320348
Grade history
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor of outside walk in cooler/ freezer disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Basic/14-38-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep tables.
Basic/10-17-4
Show the remaining 5 findings ▾
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Observed ice machine door in disrepair and off hinge.
Basic/14-10-4/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning Time Extended/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Warning Time Extended/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning Time Extended/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning Time Extended/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Bowl with no handle used to dispense split peas.
Basic/14-01-5
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
Basic/14-05-4
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Observed cases of takeout containers stored outside unprotected from potential contamination.
Basic/25-11-5/Repeat Violation
Observed container of raw ground beef stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Observed ice machine door in disrepair and off hinge.
Basic/14-10-4
Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table in kitchen.
Basic/06-01-5
Observed table top Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Observed various kitchen equipment soiled with grease and food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Basic/14-20-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Sep 11, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Intermediate - 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. Warning Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Intermediate - 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. Warning Time Extended
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Warning Time Extended
Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning Time Extended
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Warning Time Extended
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2025 · Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning Time Extended
Sep 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate18 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
Observed Employee washed hands with no soap. Advised manager and he instructed employee rewash hands properly.
High priority/12A-20-4/Warning
Observed raw salmon being stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink due to dispenser in disrepair. Located in prep area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Observed establishment using a Nonfood-grade basting brush (paint brush) for food preparation.
Intermediate/14-14-4/Warning
Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located next to fryer. Manager removed.
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Basic/14-73-4/Warning
Observed Working containers of sugar, brown sugar and salt removed from original container placed in plastic containers not identified by common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Observed kitchen equipment soiled with grease, food debris or food buildup.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Observed shelf in warewash area not designed or constructed in a durable manner and held up by rock.
Basic/14-10-4/Warning
Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Observed various Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning
Observed various cases takeout containers stored outside unprotected from elements. Advised manager and he removed.
Basic/25-11-5/Warning
Observed various foods stored in reach in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Observed various takeout containers stored on floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of stove.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in kitchen area.
Basic/21-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medication stored on top of reach in cooler. Chef removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Manager removed.
Basic/14-45-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Food storage container cracked and broken. Manager discarded.
Basic/14-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water stored on floor. Manager instructed employee to move to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrective Action Taken
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between reach in coolers. Chef removed.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area and drink station.
Basic/31B-04-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager instructed employee to remove from floor.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed 2 bottles of medicine being stored on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to soda machine. Manager added.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Manager discarded.
Intermediate/14-14-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Manager removed.
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Standing water in bottom of front counter reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4
Water draining onto bucket from condensing unit in walk in cooler. Manager called maintenance.
Basic/29-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed container of lentil soup being stored on floor. Located in kitchen area. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Manager instructed employee to clean.
Basic/22-16-4/Corrective Action Taken
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bagels being stored in non food grade bags. Manager discarded.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach being stored on shelf directly next to food in dry storage area. Manager removed.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
AC drain line draining into handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-10-4
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout establishment.
Basic/36-36-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk freezer and throughout establishment. Also observed soiled cardboard on floor in bakery area.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of food on floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored outside. Observed various cases of food being stored outside on shelf. Manager instructed employee to remove.
Basic/08B-42-4/Corrective Action Taken
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area.
Basic/31B-04-4
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.
Basic/23-03-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located behind front counter. Manager moved to shelf.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site

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.