NAOMI'S GARDEN RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
650 NW 71 ST, Miami FL 33150 · 3059789366
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 12 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed on the floor 4 rodents droppings under metal rack in dry storage area. Manager swept clean during inspection. Also observed on the floor 2 rodent droppings behind reach in freezer next to dry storage area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017046356 | Aug 14, 2017 | Mar 27, 2018 | $320 |
| 1--2014049433 | Nov 18, 2014 | Jan 2, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near front line. Observed cutting board with black stains at preparation cooler across from front line. Observed oven mitts heavily soiled with old food debris at cook line. Manager discarded item.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall at front line. Observed dole in ceiling near AC unit near front line.
Observed water leaking from AC vent onto floor near front line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed heavy accumulation of u used equipment outside in gated area near back door.
Jul 27, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate8 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 mixed cooked vegetables (60F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product prepared on previous night. Discussed proper cooling parameters with manager.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw fish (45F - Cold Holding); whole raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); curry sauce (47F - Cold Holding); mixed cooked vegetables (60F - Cooling); garlic with oil (50F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product placed inside unit on previous days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (45F - Cold Holding); whole raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); curry sauce (47F - Cold Holding); mixed cooked vegetables (60F - Cooling); garlic with oil (50F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product placed inside unit on previous days.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantains (126F - Hot Holding) under heat lamp at front line. As per manager, product placed under lamp 2 hours prior. Employee took product to reheat. Observed plantain (110F - Hot Holding); liver (129F - Hot Holding); kingfish (116F - Hot Holding) at hot box. As per employee products placed in unit less than 2 hours. Employee took products to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near front line. Observed cutting board with black stains at preparation cooler across from front line. Observed oven mitts heavily soiled with old food debris at cook line. Manager discarded item.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand sink at cook line.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed hotel pans and plates stored outside in gated area near back door. Employees began removing items.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage on preparation table at front line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris underneath stove at cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall at front line. Observed dole in ceiling near AC unit near front line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Observed water leaking from AC vent onto floor near front line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed heavy accumulation of u used equipment outside in gated area near back door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front line.
Jun 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Manager provided during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly, needs batteries.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food residue on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 2 small holes on the wall behind service window and next to handwashing sink by front door.
Apr 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Apr 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed on the floor 4 rodents droppings under metal rack in dry storage area. Manager swept clean during inspection. Also observed on the floor 2 rodent droppings behind reach in freezer next to dry storage area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with grease at preparation table across oven.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet paper towels inside handwashing sink next to main door. Manager discarded during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal container being used to dispense beans at kitchen area. Manager removed during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled with food debris. Manager cleaned properly during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal bottle water next to handwashing sink behind front counter. Manager discarded during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris under cooking equipment. Also observed food residue under metal rack at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of the oven soiled with grease.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at prep area. Manager inverted during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in use wet wiping towel on top preparation table across oven. Employee removed and stored properly.
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink at kitchen area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly at handwashing sink next to front door.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser not working properly at handwashing sink next to front door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under back door next to dishwasher area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in freezer. Also observed food debris on the floor at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind cooking equipment.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked pork being stored on top raw fish. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris on top preparation table. Employee removed and cleaned during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers without a handle being used to distribute beans in preparation area, Manager removed and discarded during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal phone on top preparation table behind front counter. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor inside walk in cooler soiled food debris, employee cleaned during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ice machine exterior was soiled with white substance, employee cleaned during inspection.
Reach in cooler inside covered with standing water. Observed at preparation area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with beans not labeled at preparation area. Manager labeled during inspection.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris at preparation table in kitchen area. Manager removed and placed on 3 compartment sink to be washed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked turkey inside reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee for it was less than 32 hours. Manager dated product properly.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.observed door walk in freezer door handles soiled with food debris.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks next to 3 compartment sink. Manager discarded during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on top preparation table in prep area. Manager removed and placed properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris at kitchen area and inside walk in cooler, also inside walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in kitchen area, manager provided sign during inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go boxes not inverted at front counter. Employee inverted during inspection.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate7 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 cutting board soiled with food debris on top preparation table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in kitchen area, manager provided soap during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles for walk in cooler and walk in freezer soiled with food debris.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall on walk in cooler soiled with black substance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towels on top preparation table in kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic containers with flour not labeled under preparation table in kitchen area. Manager labeled product during inspection.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above marinated beef located in the walk-in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing, broken in the kitchen.
Apr 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the ware washing area.
Jan 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 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 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.
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 for Melisanne C,Tecilianne P, Clair T,Marie B, Caron P. as per operator all working at the establishment for more 2 months.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the ware washing area.
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