SABOR VENEZOLANO CALLE 8
14256 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33184 · 786.853.4425
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed floor cleaner stored on top of cooler, next to clean silverware, front counter area. Operator stored floor cleaner cleaner properly, away from clean silverware.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Gerardo Villalobos 8/10/2021, expired.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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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 reach in cooler front area for customer self service; rice pudding, flan, cakes, according to operator prepared on site, no labeled..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers at kitchen soiled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator stored silverware properly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed product inside microwave for reheat. Retest sweet plantains (166F - Reheating)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board soiled with black mold-like substance on drying rack next to triple sink. Observed white cutting board soiled with black mold-like substance on prep table by triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Operator provided.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on hot water.
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.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed cleaned pots stored on floor under hand sink at kitch3n area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working at the fryers station without hair restraint. Observed employee cutting tomatoes without hair restraint.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease under water heater and behind cooking equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at the bottom of all 3 reach in freezers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind triple sink soiled with black mold like substance.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded beef stew (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to exit door. As per operator since the night before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef stew (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to exit door. As per operator since the night before.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sweet plantains (107F - Hot Holding) inside steam table. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed plantains on stove to reheat.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Observed at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicha inside reach in cooler at front counter without date marked. As per operator more than 24 hrs.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on floor under hand sink at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container stored inside hand sink at front counter. Operator removed the container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Employee provided the the paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Employee provided the soap.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of small plastic lids stored on floor next to standing freezers. Operator removed box from floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind prep cooler soiled.
Jul 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked black beans inside reach in freezer. Manger properly arranged products by cooking tempetures.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per manager for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed product in microwave for reheating. Retest sweet plantains (180F - Hot Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 commercially processed flan inside display cooler without date mark. As per manager for 6 days. Manager labeled during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards stored on drain board at triple sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Manager provided the soap.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handle with accumulation of grease.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over water heater.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not sanitized after rinsing. Observed employee did not sanitized utensils after washing and rinsing. Employee set up sanitizing solution and properly washed, rinsed and sanitized utensils.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing cooler door gaskets torn.
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 portioned on site flan missing minimum labeling requirements at self serve cooler at dining room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing water and oil without label at cook line.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tostones stored inside nonfood-grade bag inside single door reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw turkey and raw pork over ready to eat beef sauce inside reach in freezer. Also observed raw beef on top of cooked chicken inside reach in cooler next to exit back door.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per employee it was placed for approximately 30 minutes ago. Manager took products to kitchen for reheat.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose connected not vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with yellow food debris on triple sink drain board.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by hot box table at front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to triple sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
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. Discussed and provided to manager in printed form. Employees read and sign agreement.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over water heater.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting on triple sink drain board.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table next to triple sink. Employee removed the phone.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door gaskets torn.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from hot bot door handle at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed 3 reach in freezer units door gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer bottom interior soiled with food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over beef sauce stored inside reach in cooler across stove.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef stored inside reach in cooler across stove.
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 over raw beef and ready to eat food inside reach in freezer. Manager rearranged items according to cooking temperatures.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed 2 hoses, 1 connected, no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by hot box table at front counter.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green, red and blue cutting boards on triple compartment sink drain board.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on buffet at front counter. Manager discarded the water.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cutting chicken without hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gasket at reach in cooler across stove.
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 portioned desserts prepare on site without proper labeling at grab and go display cooler at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler doors soiled with old food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawed in standing water.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand wash sink next to 3 compartments sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.