MORELIA GOURMENT PALETAS
3437 MAIN HWY, Miami FL 33133 · 786-313-3411
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025087297 | Sep 9, 2025 | Apr 27, 2026 | $320 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter hand sink blocked with baking mats and squeegee.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bathroom hand sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at prep area wall with water damage and peeling near breaker box.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at all reach in freezers
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored on floor at prep area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout prep areas.
Sep 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed 1 manager certification available for Victoria Hoare through Promrtric who is no longer employed. No other certification available.
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 all training expired for employees Delvis Torres and Jeffrey Zavala on 11/9/24.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at all reach in freezers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at rear storage area and bathroom.
Jul 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed 1 manager certification available for Victoria Hoare through Promrtric who is no longer employed. No other certification available.
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 all training expired for employees Delvis Torres and Jeffrey Zavala on 11/9/24.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent dusty on wall above bathroom entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at all reach in freezers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at rear storage area and bathroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored on floor between deep freezers.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink being used as a dump/ dust wash sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in rear kitchen chest reach in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mini fridge gaskets soiled.
Mar 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection.
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection.
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 for Delvis, Jeffrey Z, Anysia G as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezers,storage area.
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.