SABOR VENEZOLANO BRICKELL
1744 SW 3 AVE, Miami FL 33129 · 3053429337
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at ambient temperature at second floor, as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Product was placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015033307 | Jul 8, 2015 | Aug 21, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Observed No chemical chlorine sanitizer test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with old food debris.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (57F - Cold Holding) at ambient temperature at cook line. Operator uses for rush hours only, product doesn't last more than 4 hours. Advised operator to add masago to time.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic container of salt not labeled above three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair by dishwasher machine reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by dishwasher machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor by dishwasher machine and stairs to second floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at second floor reach in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by coffee machine.
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at ambient temperature at second floor, as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Product was placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut Lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); Bean Sprout (50F - Cold Holding); Butter (55F - Cold Holding) at ambient temperature at reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic container of salt not labeled above three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen entrance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair by dishwasher machine reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by dishwasher machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor by dishwasher machine and stairs to second floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at second floor reach in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at 32F room temperature at second floor, coached operator on correct procedures.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by coffee machine.
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at sushi preparation area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler at sushi preparation area gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by sushi prep area.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up 3 compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize until dishwasher is fixed.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce at second floor at preparation area. Operator rearranged products.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of thermometer calibration procedures. Coached operator on correct procedures.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at sushi preparation area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water stored on floor by handwashing sink near stairs at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler at sushi preparation area gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by sushi prep area.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle stored in dry sugar container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Also observed kitchen rubber mats soiled with accumulated grease.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of reach in cooler soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fully cooked pork and chicken thawing at room temperature.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom used by food employees, located upstairs.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken plastic container, used to store cooked beef, located in reach in cooler. Chef removed and replaced plastic container.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on kitchen prep counters. Chef placed wiping cloths into sanitizer buckets.
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