MOJITO GRILL
7318 SW 57 AVE, Miami FL 33143 · 305-661-3663
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 8 visits since September 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 35 points better than where it started.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 20+ dead flies on sticky tape outside of warewash area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above burger patties in reach in next to bathroom. Operator moved to bottom shelf immediately.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken above fries and Maduros in reach in freezer. Operator placed on bottom shelf during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled food racks next to hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink across cook line.
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks in back storage area. Observed on dry dish racks in warewash.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee certificates missing DOB.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 20+ dead flies on sticky tape outside of warewash area.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed in warewash area and in front of reach in freezer.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing above prep table across cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment, water damage and holes.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at warewash entrance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license posted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed juice on seasoning rack across rice cooker. Observed water bottle on table where sandwiches are being prepared in warewash.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone, keys and sweaters on rack above tortillas. Operator had items removed during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles near dry food storage.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in bathroom and at wall between warewash and cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen and warewash.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar with no label. Operator labeled during inspection.
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef store above raw shell eggs. Chef moved items to proper order.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry food rack next to hand sink. Observed soiled shelves in ware wash area with dry dishes. Observed in dry food storage soiled shelves.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap across cook line hand sink.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed food handler training missing employee date of birth.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed in ware wash area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup on rack above tortillas next to hand sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys, wallet and phone above tortillas on rack next to hand sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in bathroom and ware wash area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed shredded lettuce stored in nonfood-grade bag in reach in cooler at front counter across from coffee station.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by service cart. Operator moved during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout rear kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle stored in container of rice in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop from container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned microwave during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to reach in cooler at front counter soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of rice stored uncovered in dry storage area. Operator covered container during inspection.
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Provided form to operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in ware washing area with water damage.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near ware washing area in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled located across the cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler located at the front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottle containing oil with no label. Operator labeled.
May 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beans (64-70 F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the day before. Operator was informed that this product has stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (64-70 F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the day before. Operator was informed that this product has stop sale.
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beans (64-70 F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the day before. Operator was informed that this product has stop sale.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an employee cracked shell egg and then put on gloves without washing hands. Operator was informed that he need to wash his hands after cracking eggs before putting on gloves. Employee discarded gloves, washed hands and put on gloves.
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 employees touching the soiled reach in cooler gasket and then engaged in food preparation without changing gloves. Operator was coached that they need to change gloves and wash hands when touching soiled surfaces. Employee discarded the gloves, washed hands and put on new gloves.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw hamburger storage over empanadas, vegetables and tostones at reach in freezer. Operated moved the raw hamburger to the bottom part.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (64-70 F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the day before. Operator was informed that this product has stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw bacon (54 F - Cold Holding) at rack next tithe grill. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grits (121 F - Hot Holding) at preparation table; cooked potatoes (115 F - Hot Holding) at grill; beans (120 F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the grill to be reheated and turned on the stove to reheat the beans.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary + 400ppm) at front counter. Operator added water to get 200 ppm.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the three employee present have the employees training expired on 1-28-2024 with Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed a fly stick hanging over shelf with equipments and tortillas and bread at preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled with black mold like substance front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above three compartment sink.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Under preparation table at three compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall at the bathroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the rice, and beans.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind the preparation table and stove.
Sep 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef and raw chicken stored over ice at reach in freezer. Products were relocated.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (48 F - Cold Holding); Ham (47 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator put more ice to the ice bath for rapid cooling
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above three compartment sink.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Under preparation table at three compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall at the bathroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the rice, and beans.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed the towel.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at container with raw chicken at reach in cooler.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored at preparation table next to cheese and ham. Operator removed the sanitizer bucket.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind the preparation table and stove.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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