SHAWARMA MEDITERRANEN GRILL
11752 SW 88TH STREET, Miami FL 33186 · 786.564.3699
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license online during the inspection,observed on refresh of inspection app.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken stored in container over raw beef. Operator arranged containers based on minimum cooking temperature
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (61F - Cold Holding) in microwave across from Cook line, as per operator less than 2 hours.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored with clean containers on shelf to the left of three compartment sink. Operator removed can from shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink to the left of reach in cooler. Operator provided paper towels.
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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. Observed Yosepp performing food preparation working less than 60 days without food employee agreement. Form was provided and signed.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Jenifer Sanchez, hired more than 60 days, performing food preparation without employee training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink cooked rice and lentils and lentil soup cooked more than 24 hours without date marking.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in reach in cooler across from front counter container with employee personal food. Operator removed container from reach in cooler. Observed personal cell phone on top of preparation area across from cook line. Operator removed phone.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation table across from walk in freezer a wet towel under cutting board.
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed powder bottle next to sliced machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some ceiling tiles damaged and some ceiling tiles with water marks at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on blue cutting board at dishwashing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed microwave broken turn on button..
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall by back door.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on reach in cooler handle.
Aug 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed powder bottle next to sliced machine.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing utensils and food containers not sanitized.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked stuffed potatoes shelves at walk-in cooler.employee stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. Also observed sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); humus (46F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at front counter, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved food containers to reach in cooler interior. Also observed garlic and oil (87F - Cold Holding) next to gyro station, as per employee approximately 35 minutes. Employee moved garlic oil to reach in cooler.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed discarded food inside hand wash sink at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, cooked stuffed zucchini not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some ceiling tiles damaged and some ceiling tiles with water marks at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on blue cutting board at dishwashing area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under hand wash sink at kitchen area, employee cleaned during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table, employee removed during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food next to establishment food on standing reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while engaging food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging food not wearing a hair restraint, employee put on hair restraint during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed microwave broken turn on button..
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw steak container under table at kitchen area, as per employee less than 30 minutes, employee moved raw steak container to walk in cooler. Also observed food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall by back door.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on red bells sauce, employee removed scoop during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on reach in cooler handle.
Stored food not covered. Observed soup container and stuffed zucchini containers not covered at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed stuffed grape leaves (38° F Cold Holding) on preparation table at kitchen area, employee moved food to walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles above triple sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing near triple sink. Operator placed cover on drain.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of onions stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 80F next to fryer. Operator removed water.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above three compartment sink, ceiling bubbling from water damage.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed training expired for all employees. As per operator only 2 employees, Camila M. And Alexandra M.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above three compartment sink, ceiling bubbling from water damage.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license online during the inspection,observed on refresh of inspection app.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets containing grape leaves stored on the dry storage floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed for the cooked rice located in the standing reach in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above the prep area.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated chicken stored above raw beef located in the walk-in cooler.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,standing unit.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing shawarma meat stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Observed buckets containing grape leaves stored on the dry storage floor.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk rice,wheat bins.
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.