SPORTS GRILL
11481 SW 40 ST, Miami FL 33165 · 305.219.6830
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023023853 | Jan 23, 2023 | Jun 14, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding) and diced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed Time as Public Health Form not filled out for cooked chicken wings.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean apron stored next to dry goods at the dry storage area.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed public unisex restrooms with no covered trash bins.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored next to canned goods at the dry storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with broken door handle.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles inside reach in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen scoops located in bin of water at 87F at the reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located across the three compartment sink with soiled interior.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed table shelf with soiled and torn foil cover.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef being thawed at room temperature inside three compartment sink. Operator placed item under cold running water.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several clear squeeze bottles containing sauces and oils with no label.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine test kit since 06/18
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing multi surface cleaner near bar area not labeled. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small plastic cup used as a scoop inside container of pico de gallo. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles located at the ware washing area soiled.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed mahi mahi being thawed inside walk in cooler without being removed from packaging. As per operator, products was placed there no more than an hour ago. Operator removed product from packaging.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at the reach in cooler without being removed cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee at the cook line engaged in food preparation with no beard guard. Employee put on beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer in prep area with torn gasket. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with broke door handle.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs on fire suppression system at the cook line. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed grease accumulation on hood filters and hood system at the cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rust accumulation on shelves. Observed walk in freezer with rust accumulation on shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed back wall located inside walk in cooler soiled. Observed wall behind main cook line soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles containing sauces near the cook line not labeled.
Feb 24, 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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Expired chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired on 08/24
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided manager with form
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top of the ice machine.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking at the back area hand sink next to the three compartment sink
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed food employee exit through back door to take garbage out, re-entered donned gloves and began portioning potatoes, no hand wash.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed mahi thawed inside of reduced oxygen package inside of walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mozzarella cheese (59F - Cold Holding), as per employee for less than 2 hours.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment uses time for cooked chicken wings at cook line and has no written procedures. Manager printed and completed written procedures.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of degreaser not labeled on dry storage shelf in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle stored inside container of flour.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi thawed inside of reduced oxygen package inside of walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee lunch bag stored on shelf inside of walk in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in beer walk in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow drain at hand sink in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in back storage area by walk in cooler.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over tortillas at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per manager for approximately 30 minutes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Observed in use fryer baskets soiled with old food debris. Observed fryer baskets and ladles stored above 3 compartment sink with old food debris. Observed stain cutting boards at cook line.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided via email to manager.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water at beer walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in freezer.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed foil linen shelves underneath preparation table ripped.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go trays not inverted at preparation table.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fryer hoods soiled.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed beer walk in cooler gasket soiled with black substance.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook placed cloths inside chlorine solution.
Sep 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed raw mahi stored inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler at cook line. As per cook, since the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef patties (51F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (51F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As cook, for less than 2 hours. Cook closed reach in cooler lid to retain cool air.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed establishment utilizing time as control for chicken wings. Employee placed time mark on container.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed macaroni and cheese.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed raw mahi stored inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler at cook line. As per cook, since the previous day.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor at bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed beer walk in cooler gasket soiled with black substance.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook placed cloths inside chlorine solution.
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