SABOR VENEZOLANO
10722 NW 74TH STREET, Doral FL 33178 · 305-716-0375
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found Observed one flying insect in kitchen area. Employee killed and discarded flying insect and sanitized area.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed staff touched face and not wash hand and change gloves. Coached staff on correct procedure.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over black roast at RIC at preparation area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed four plastic containers of bolognese marked 08.13.26. Products were discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed four plastic containers of bolognese marked 08.13.26. Products were discarded.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 more than four employees at time of inspection with no certified manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Baer bed at HWS next to hit box at front counter.
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 training records expired for Abbygney, Juan, Carolina, Desimar, Luis, Rosa, and Jeffrie in 2026.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed ice machine filter at front counter with no service date.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2025.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at small whit3 cutting board at front counter.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled under juicers at kitchen entrance.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed empanada not covered while stored at RIF at kitchen entrance.
Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine missing service date.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at reach in freezer at prep area interior door panel missing exposed insulation.
Jan 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a small erase board in handwashing sink next to ice machine at front counter. Employee removed item.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 more than four employees at time of inspection with no certified manager present.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine missing service date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine at front counter soiled with slime like substance.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine at front counter.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at reach in freezer at prep area interior door panel missing exposed insulation.
Jul 15, 2025□ 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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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at region and freezer or ice cream is held.
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 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 CHICKEN SOUP (64F - Cooling), as per operator more than six hours.
Live, small flying insects found Observed one flying insect in kitchen area. Employee killed and discarded flying insect and sanitized area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed CHICKEN SOUP (64F - Cooling), as per operator more than six hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled tongs on top reach in cooler by three compartment sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 no certified food manger with four or more employees. Certified manager arrived during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink located at front counter. Operator placed payer towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chocolate dessert made on site with no production.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine a slimy like substance. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at region and freezer or ice cream is held.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee washing metal and plastic containers at three do sink not knowing correct concentration quaternary solution. Coached employee on correct concentration.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Paper was provided.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on plastic containers stored on shelf at preparation area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of reach-in freezer door missing plating at preparation area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach-in freezer at ice cream station at dinning 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 in contact with flour in plastic container at kitchen area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed missing on grab and go containers of flan and tress leches at front counter. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided person in charge with choking poster via email.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in cooler under juice machines.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over maduros at reach in cooler across from cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (70F - Cold Holding). As per employee less than four hours. Employee placed in reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Located at mop sink.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed filters missing date of service located next to ice machine behind front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the dining area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink located reach-in cooler. Observed employee drink on food preparation table located at the back of the kitchen. Employee removed drink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple severs wearing bracelets and watches during food service.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at drying rack wet and stacked.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink setup as rinse,wash and sanitize. Coached employee on correct procedure.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets at reach-in freezer located at the rear preparation area. Observed broken gaskets located at reach-in coolers located cook line, preparation area. Reach-in freezer door missing back panel and torn gasket.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Located at rear of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed coffee bean packs stored on the floor located at storage room. Packs were removed from floor.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed a knife store on a shelf and underneath a bottle of mayonnaise at rear preparation area. Employee removed knife for washing and sanitizing.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Located at rear preparation area next to slicer. Coached employee where to properly place bug zapper.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed rice pudding not labeled with name, time of production for self service at front counter Grab and go. Coached operator on correct procedure.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Located at reach in cooler in front of stove. Employee immediately placed one in unit during inspection.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor at front counter under sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed a pack of beef patties not labeled with production time and date. As per chef, they are used within 48 hours. Coached chef on correct procedure.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located at rear preparation area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher in recharge.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 raw chicken stored over raw fish inside reach in freezer, no longer in original commercial packaging.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (46F - Cold Holding); shredded yellow cheese (46F - Cold Holding) tamales (54F - Cold Holding) and shredded mozzarella cheese (59F - Cold Holding) stored at reach in cooler, near cookline, less than 4 hours. Chef removed food items and placed into reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date marked on water filter device located next to ice machine behind front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles throughout kitchen establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large metal pans stored on top of reach in cooler not kept inverted. Chef inverted metal pans.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink setup as rinse and wash, with sanitizer not setup, while dishwasher was washing dishes. Discussed with dishwasher proper way to setup three compartment sink, in which he setup sink as wash, rinse and sanitize, tested chlorine sanitizer at 50ppm.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at reach in freezer located towards back 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 handle of scooping utensil not stored above flour, located inside flour container stored towards back kitchen area. Chef placed handle in an upright position.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets located across from flat top grill.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef, still frozen, thawing on top of reach in freezer, at room temperature. Chef removed and placed raw ground beef into reach in cooler for thawing.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment provided Ph testing strips, when chlorine is used as a sanitizer. No chlorine testing strips provided at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan, tres leches and rice pudding prepared over the weekend as per employee, no date marked on dessert items, stored at front counter display cooler.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter device not date marked indicating when device was last serviced, located next to front counter ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas located at front counter food service area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large metal pots not kept inverted, stored on top of reach in coolers towards back kitchen area. Employee inverted all pots.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface covering a container of arepas stored at steamtable unit. Employee removed wiping cloth from food container.
Interior of reach in cooler has exposed insulation located towards back kitchen area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in coolers located towards back kitchen area. Manager provided ambient thermometers and placed into cooler units.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at men's restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gasket at reach in cooler in front of cookline. Employee cleaned gaskets of reach in cooler.
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.