NATHAN'S FAMOUS D-37
4200 NW 21 ST, CONC D-37, Miami FL 33122 · 305-876-0630
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Corn dogs (61 F - Cold Holding) inside of the reach in cooler according to operator since this morning.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. On cheese.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certification for Braulio Aquila Mederos expired on 06/16/26
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located in the cook line soiled
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves on reach in coolers, reach in freezer with rust.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken breast stored on the reach in cooler located in the back next to the three compartment sink not covered
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Corn dogs (61 F - Cold Holding) inside of the reach in cooler according to operator since this morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Corn dogs (61 F - Cold Holding) inside of the reach in cooler according to operator since this morning.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum and doing fries. Manager coached employe, employee discarded gum.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled behind equipments equipments
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler with grease on the outside
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken breast Philly meat at room temperature temperature.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed back area handwashing sink used as a dump sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Drink cooler soiled
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Obviously front counter reach in freezer shelves with rust
Jan 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed coleslaw (55 F - Cold Holding); Hot dogs (55 F - Cold Holding); Jumbo hot dogs (57 F - Cold Holding); cut avocados (59 F - Cold Holding) stored in a prep cooler located in the cook line according to operator since this morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (55 F - Cold Holding); Hot dogs (55 F - Cold Holding); Jumbo hot dogs (57 F - Cold Holding); cut avocados (59 F - Cold Holding) stored in a prep cooler located in the cook line according to operator since this morning.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed prep cooler located in the cook line ambient temperature 57 F
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep cooler located in the cook line ambient temperature 57 F
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Philly steak in standing water, hamburger patties being thawed out at room temperature
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled at the back area reach in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed three compartment sink faucet leaking.
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed back area hand washing sink use as a dump sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front counter prep reach in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front counter prep cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed breaded chicken, corn dogs stored inside of the reach in freezer no covered.
Aug 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed back area reach in cooler running at 72 F
Aug 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Hot dogs (52 F - Cold Holding) stored over night;corn dogs (59 F - Cold Holding) stored in unit since this morning;Chili (60 F - Cold Holding) stored since yesterday;Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding) stored over night in the back area reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Hot dogs (52 F - Cold Holding) stored over night;corn dogs (59 F - Cold Holding) stored in unit since this morning;Chili (60 F - Cold Holding) stored since yesterday;Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding) stored over night in the back area reach in cooler
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hand inside of the three compartment sink.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed back area reach in cooler running at 72 F
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the front counter area reach in freezer
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.