SINS GASTROBAR
9835 NE 2 AVE, Miami Shores FL 33138 · 305.781.6903
Last inspected Jan 30, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
4 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen near dish area not landing. Educated operator.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed spray (Chlorine 0ppm) at bar area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over a container with bread at reach in cooler across cook line.
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 milk container opened not date marked, as per employee two days prior.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled by prep table across three compartment sink.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked with a big table across cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink cook line.
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 new employee less than 60 days Camila Collazo, Mitshelle Steck,Bergelaud Collo and Sonia Vilson. Employee read and signed paper form.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink bar area. Observed no soap at hand sink cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray with sanitizer not labeled by dessert area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above ware washing area and kitchen.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed 7 pairs of knives stored between three compartment sink and wall.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at back exit door near bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers soiled gaskets soiled by dessert prep area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS cups not inverted by coffee station.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans soiled.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) at bar area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at kitchen blocked with a table across cook line.
No quaternary and chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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 food handler for Maribel Soteldo expired 04-20-2025.
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 red cutting boards at cook line and ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans soiled.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) at bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (46F - Cooling); mash potatoes (46F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per chef stored less than 4 hours inside reach in cooler. Employee put ice bags for rapid chill.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided by email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee took to get it clean.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at kitchen blocked with a table across cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a gallon of juice stored inside hand sink bar area. Employee removed it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink by bar area. Manager provided. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at preparation area. Employee provided.
No quaternary and chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink cook line. Employee provided soap.
Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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 food handler for Maribel Soteldo expired 04-20-2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots stored above ice machine not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting boards at cook line and ware washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open bottle water stored near clean containers at dry storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at bar area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed cloth under red cutting board at cook line. Owner removed it.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in coolers no ambient thermometer at cook line and coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle of oil not labeled across cook line.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw octopus over cooked chicken. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided during inspection. Operator posted during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provide during inspection. Operator post consumer advisory during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer solution. Operator label during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pain reliever pills on shelf next to foods being prepared. Employee removed medicine.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen near dish area not landing. Educated operator.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.oyster tags not marked with last date used.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket in hands sink on cook line.employee removed bucket.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink on cook line. Employee placed paper towels at sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink on cook line. Employee refilled soap.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for oysters. Emailed and operator printed and displayed consumer advisory.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
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