PURO SAZON LATINO CUBANO
22069 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33170 · 786-803-9160
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.observed license expired 10/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 25 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate18 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 25 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (48F - Cold Holding) at prep table near kitchen entrance. As per manager for less than 3 hours. Manager place product in reach in cooler.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk opened for more than 2 days not date marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards has cut marks.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter handwash sink block by trash can. Observed handwash near triple block with clean dishes shelves.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwash sink used to store soiled utensils. Coach manager. Observed handwash sink near triple sink used to stored clean equipments.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Maria Perez Working for over 2 year.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at kitchen entrance near handwash sink working metal containers ready to eat food exposed to splash.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pans not inverted at shelves near exit door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee monster stored at predation table near cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed establishment using wood cutting board as a food contact surface.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of oil stored on floor near triple sink. Coach manager. Observed handwash bag of rice and potatoes stored on floor at dry storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table near cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at cook line.
Mar 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee reset Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer and no chlorine test kits.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maria Perez Working for over 1 year.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted behind entrance door.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pans not stored inverted at shelves near exit door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter steam table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour at prep table not identified by common name. Employee labeled container.
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee reset Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer and no chlorine test kits.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maria Perez Working for over 1 year.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted behind entrance door.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at 83 degrees Fahrenheit at handwash sink across the front counter steam table.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice bin has accumulation of black substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pans not stored inverted at shelves near exit door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter steam table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour at prep table not identified by common name. Employee labeled container.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate12 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 chicken stored over raw beef in reach in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as scoop in rice container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 1 ceiling tile in disrepair near three compartment sink.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean utensils stored near handwash sink without splash guard.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened water bottle stored on preparation table in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ric gaskets torn across from stove
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exit door leading to the outside.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under wooden cutting board in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter and hand wash sink in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled across from stove.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed pots and utensils not inverted near three compartment sink.
Apr 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 operator answered his phone and then engaged in food preparation without changing gloves. Operator was advised to change gloves and hand hands often.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green cutting board no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 80° F.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Stored food not covered. Observed pork stored inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 pork and beef stored above seafood mix inside the reach in freezer.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn in front of the fryers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed establishment was using non chlorine bleach. Operator went to to buy regular bleach.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.observed license expired 10/23.
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 pork and beef stored above seafood mix inside the reach in freezer.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed a box of shell eggs stored at ambient temperature at 75° F. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator placed raw shell eggs inside the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic with oil stored at the preparation table @ 79° F. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee placed garlic inside the reach in cooler.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine's drain line draining into hand wash sink at the front counter.
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. Form was provided.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed ServSafe certification expired 10/13/2023.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
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 Alejandro P. Rachel Esteban. As per operator less than 1 months. Yolexis Sanchez 2 years ago.
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. Form was provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all cooked foods inside the reach in cooler not date marked. Operator was advised to date mark food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn in front of the fryers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Improper use of detergent-sanitizer when there is no distinct water rinse - a different product was used for the wash and for the sanitize steps. Observed the bleach used as sanitizer was non chlorine. Operator went to buy regular bleach.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle. Operator removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water @ 109 F at the stove. Operator turn on the stove to reheat the water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave has accumulation of grease.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed an old label on container inside the reach in cooler. Operator was advised to remove old labels.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed foods stored inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table. Operator removed it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with flour not identified inside the dry storage.
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.