SANO FOOD
10712 NW 74 ST, Doral FL 33178
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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 frozen raw chicken in open bag stored over hot dogs in thank you bag at RIF outside of kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016025857 | May 3, 2016 | Jun 23, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 23 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bag used to stored hot dogs at RIF outside of kitchen area.
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 frozen raw chicken in open bag stored over hot dogs in thank you bag at RIF outside of kitchen.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna tartare, salmon tartare, ceviche, smoked salmon, Nordic smoke, poke ceviche, pacific zenith, aurora springs, Nordic velvet, not identified as container raw or undercooked animal products on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at front counter closer to entrance door.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at front counter closer to entrance door.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory. Advisory was provided, printed, and posted.
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 Gabriela and Roneyxy with expired food handler training in 2026.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at only bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used inside oatmeal container at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at storage area near bathrooms.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at storage area near bathrooms.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cuttings board grooved at kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff doing food preparation while wearing watch at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed both RICs across from ovens with gaskets in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on 3CS right and front wall and at 3CS cove molding under sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white chest freezer near bathrooms.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between RIC and preparation table at kitchen area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at left RIC across from ovens
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIF across from hood with gasket soiled and 3CS spray gun soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall around 3CS soiled and wall around four electric flat grills.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed four electric flat grills at kitchen area not located under hood currently installed.
Dec 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tamales in double door reach in cooler at hallway stored in to go bags. Employee removed items and stored in ziplock bags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cake stand in handwashing sink at front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers at warewashing area wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers at cook line torn and in poor repair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at cove molding under three compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine at front counter. Employee removed ice scoop.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in left side reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop at warewashing area not hung properly to dry.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified manager certification. During inspection employee were able to find certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for either chlorine or quaternary sanitizer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone at preparation table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in both reach in cooler at cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in both reach in coolers at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw packaged fish filets thawing in standing water at prep sink. Coached employee on proper thawing method.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed person in charge of kitchen not knowing minimum chlorine concentration for dish washing. Coached person on correct amount.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside hand washing sink at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked red beans and ground turkey in reach-freezer at preparation area with no date marking. As per person in charge, prepared two days ago. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used by staff.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside of coconut shavings at preparation area. Bowl was removed.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted on shelf at entrance to kitchen. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in gaskets in disrepair at units next to back exit door inside of kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer near back exit door.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks not stored inverted on shelf at entrance to kitchen. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of almond milk and other single service items on floor near back exit door.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at front counter close register.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at front counter close register.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory on paper menu regarding the consumption of raw/undercocoked animal food offered within restaurant establishment but not provided on QR code menu located at each table at customer dining area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside containers of coconut and avena. Bowls were removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink above preparation rptable at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at unit near door to back room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer near back exit door.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in units near small oven at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of cups stored on floor near back exit door.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory on paper menu regarding the consumption of raw/undercocoked animal food offered within restaurant establishment but not provided on QR code menu located at each table at customer dining area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic deli cup with no handle, stored inside a container of shredded coconut, located at kitchen area. Employee removed cup from container.
Aug 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork inside nonfood-grade bags located in reach in freezer across prep station. Operator removed the pork and placed in zip lock bag
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed empanadas (112F - Hot Holding); tequenos (108F - Hot Holding) located in hot box at front counter. Operator increased the temperature of hot box for reheating.
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 7 employees engage in food preparation, such as making smoothies and plating food, with no certified food manager present at time of inspection. Manager, Wilmary Escaray arrived towards the end of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located in front counter. Operator provided paper towels.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry located in mop sink next to three compartment sink. Operator inverted the mop.
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