TASTIGO KITCHEN
2770 SW 27 AVE UNIT 1, Miami FL 33133 · 678-622-6713
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler containers of raw chicken stored over container of dough. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front line counter bok choy (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours. Operator placed into reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table cooked beef (101F - Hot Holding); stewed chicken (98F - Hot Holding). As per operator less than 1 hour operator increased heat to begin reheating.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed for splitter added at mop sink.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed for hand sink next to dish machine blocked by storage rack.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed for hand wash sink at storage area used as dump sink with food remnants inside.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a bar with an installed to plumbing ice machine and boba machine to lobby area of establishment with no hand sink present.
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 fire kitchen employees hired since January with no proof of training, engaging in food prep and cooking.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to dish machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed for reach in coolers and freezers throughout.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed serving bowls and plates at front counter stored with no over head protection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees op can of soda on shelf next to vegetables in walk 8n cooler. Operator removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at storage area in a container of sugar.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in a pot of rice. Operator removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for hand sink next to dish machine.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for reach in coolers and freezers throughout.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine new Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm).
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at walk in cooler, raw shelled eggs stored over bean sprouts. Operator removed and stored at lower shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler raw chicken stored over cooked beef. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at dish area blocked by storage rack.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at cook line used as dump sink with food remnants in sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all sinks in kitchen. Operator provided.
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 not available for dish washing and prep cook employee. Operator printed form and had employees review and sign.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for cooked breaded chicken and minced beef in reach in coolers. Operator placed date label onto items,
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve turned off at both bathrooms. Operator turned on hot water.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed serving bowls and plates at from counter stored with no over head protection. Operator removed and stored at shelves.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at front counter ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in steamer of rice. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic to go bowls stored on floor at front counter. Operator removed and stored in shelf.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front counter, to go trays not stored inverted. Operator inverted during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop buckets at lobby.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed none available. Operator will be using quaternary.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2774 SW 27 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in coolers at prep area, tzatziki (51F - Cold Holding); Philly steak (61F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (59F - Cold Holding); sautéed onions (58F - Cold Holding).
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed for pizzas on display at front counter. As per employee for 20 minutes. Employee placed 4 hour time stamp onto pizza trays.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at three compartment sink area blocked by equipment drying rack.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice bin lid broken off.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of soda stored on floor in lobby area. Observed raw beef containers stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor. Observed condiment cups stored on floor at front counter.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum pans not inverts at prep area shelf.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.
Aug 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 2774 SW 27 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in coolers at prep line, ham (45F - Cold Holding); sausages (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef patties (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak beef (47F - Cold Holding); swiss cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); raw philly steak (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook items were placed from the walk in cooler to the cook line about 2 hours ago. Observed at prep table cooler, cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); meatballs (50F - Cold Holding); hamburger patties (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook items were placed from the walk in cooler to the cook line about 3 hours ago. Cook began to place items onto ice to rapid cool.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in white chest reach in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 2774 SW 27 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw hamburger patties stored over Alfredo and marinara sauces.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee drop tongs onto floor, then proceeded to pick them up and handle complete pizza with soiled tongs. Coached employee on proper hand washing and food handling procedures. Employee discarded pizza and cleaned tongs and washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in coolers at prep line, ham (45F - Cold Holding); sausages (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef patties (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak beef (47F - Cold Holding); swiss cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); raw philly steak (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook items were placed from the walk in cooler to the cook line about 2 hours ago. Observed at prep table cooler, cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); meatballs (50F - Cold Holding); hamburger patties (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook items were placed from the walk in cooler to the cook line about 3 hours ago. Cook began to place items onto ice to rapid cool.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink blocked by storage rolling rack.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of seasoning.
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 packages of mahi mahi not cut open to thaw.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed pizza station prep cooler hinge broken. Door fell off unit.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed receipt paper discarded on floor around trash can. Operator cleaned up during inspection.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer items stored on bottom shelf not 6 inches above floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed at three compartment sink a box of frozen portioned cooked chicken wings stored on floor. Employee removed from floor.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in white chest reach in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed none in reach in coolers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for various squeeze bottles at prep table.
Apr 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer.
Apr 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature of reach in cooler opposite fryers at approximately 52F. Observed ambient temperature at approximately 48F for drawer unit,cookline.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer.
Apr 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed corndogs stored in shopping bags located in the chest freezer.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Reach in cooler Drawers : Observed raw mahi-mahi ROP and thawed still under vacuum, located in the drawers reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. drawers cookline:; raw beef patties (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. Reach in cooler: opposite fryers:; precooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); raw philly steak (48F - Cold Holding); swiss cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (48F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. drawers cookline:; raw beef patties (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding) Reach in cooler: opposite fryers:; precooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); raw philly steak (48F - Cold Holding); swiss cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (48F - Cold Holding)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the ware washing station.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature of reach in cooler opposite fryers at approximately 52F. Observed ambient temperature at approximately 48F for drawer unit,cookline.
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 raw mahi-mahi ROP and thawed still under vacuum, located in the drawers reach in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed for the precooked chicken wings,raw beef,raw chicken located in the walk-in cooler.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer.
Oct 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer by the fryers.
Oct 24, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water temperature at approximately 82F after running approximately 5 mins, throughout establishment..
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer by the fryers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer by the fryers.
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed mozzarella cheese sticks stored in shopping bags located in the chest freezer.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water temperature at approximately 82F after running approximately 5 mins, throughout establishment..
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.
No soap, paper towels provided at handwash sink Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above ware washing area
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer by the fryers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer by the fryers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the women and men bathroom.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed for the prep unit opposite fryers.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed mushrooms stored above cooked pasta located in the walk-in cooler.
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.