SNACK BAR
450 NW 37TH AVE, Miami FL 33125 · 251.446.4256
Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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4 inspections trending up, 61 points better than where it started.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023055702 | Aug 14, 2023 | Dec 4, 2023 | $360 |
| 1--2017003625 | Dec 21, 2016 | Feb 14, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 21, 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured. Employee secured with chain.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired on Oct. 1, 2025.
In-use wet wiping cloth used under cutting board. Observed at the prep table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink. Manager removed and hung to air dry.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream spoon located near front counter in standing water at 64F. Operator discarded.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Operator wiped down immediately.
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 17, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Luis Flores working over a year with no food handler training. Observed Yaimel M. With over two months working with no food handler training.
Aug 14, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed two non food grade shopping bags with bread above preparation table in back kitchen. Observed 8 non food grade shopping bags with bread inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked steak (126F - Hot Holding); sweet potato (131F - Hot Holding); hash browns (125F - Hot Holding); burger patties (134F - Hot Holding); egg omelette (118F - Hot Holding). Operator reheated products to; sweet potato (171F - Hot Holding); egg omelette (167F - Hot Holding) hash browns (141 - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bin blocking hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed immediately.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Station was restocked.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Luis Flores working over a year with no food handler training. Observed Yaimel M. With over two months working with no food handler training.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vent near three compartment sink soiled.
Aug 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee walk into prep area and used ice cream scoop to scoop ice cream without washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed two non food grade shopping bags with bread above preparation table in back kitchen. Observed 8 non food grade shopping bags with bread inside reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed plastic particle from broken lid inside food item ( tiramisu ) Tiramisu was discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked steak (126F - Hot Holding); sweet potato (131F - Hot Holding); hash browns (125F - Hot Holding); burger patties (134F - Hot Holding); egg omelette (118F - Hot Holding). Operator reheated products to; sweet potato (171F - Hot Holding); egg omelette (167F - Hot Holding) hash browns (141 - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bin blocking hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed immediately.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand wash sink to rinse ice cream scoop.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Station was restocked.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Luis Flores working over a year with no food handler training. Observed Yaimel M. With over two months working with no food handler training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Soap was restocked.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed spray bottle containing chlorine sanitizer with no manufacturer label.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed one tank of CO2 not properly secured near soda dispensing boxes. Operator secured immediately.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vent near three compartment sink soiled.
Packaged foods not properly protected from cross contamination when the lid/cover is broken. Plastic particle from the lid was found inside the tiramisu. Tiramisu was discarded.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung up to dry.
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