TIFFANYS LATIN RESTAURANT
7400 SW 42 ST, Miami FL 33155
Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
APR 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clear spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored next to rice cooker. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum bowl inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in back ware washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ceiling tiles soiled.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor next to cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler in back storage area with rusted shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottle with oil near the cook line not labeled.
Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shelled eggs on prep table located across the cook line. As per operator, it has been there no more than half an hour ago. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (77F - Cold Holding) near sandwich prep station. As per operator, product was placed there no more than two hours ago. Operator placed item inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of chlorine sanitizer on floor underneath hand wash sink. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed pap er towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels located next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board located at the kitchen prep table with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag store next bag of onions in back storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor at the cook line soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of flour on floor in back storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located at sandwich prep station with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in back storage are with rusted shelves.
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed soiled aprons stored next to bag of onions in back storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at the main cook line not stored in chlorine sanitizing solution. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several clear squeeze bottles containing oil and sauces with no label located across the cook line.
Feb 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
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 open bottle of milk not date marked. Operator was advised to date marked the milk after 24 hours in use. Also observed sliced cheese and sliced ham not date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food cooked over 24 hours not date marked.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the preparation area.
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 equipment is not maintaining right temperature.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at the sandwich station not longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored in preparation table at the sandwich station.
Feb 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 39 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority8 Intermediate22 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled food and clear equipment without removing gloves and washing hands. Employee was coached.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed garbage bags used to cover food in the reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above plantains in the reach in cooler. Operator reorganized the food.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on preparation table. As per operator less than 2 hours.ago.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomatoes (52 F - Cooling); lettuce (51 F - Cooling)as per operator they cut tomatoes at 7:00 am and at 1:00 am did not reach 41°F. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed tomatoes (52 F - Cooling); lettuce (51 F - Cooling)as per operator they cut tomatoes at 7:00 am and at 1:00 am did not reach 41°F. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk at 127°F at the front counter. Employee reheated the milk to 169°F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner solution stored on preparation table and also on the floor.
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 open bottle of milk not date marked. Operator was advised to date marked the milk after 24 hours in use. Also observed sliced cheese and sliced ham not date marked.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee did not have knowledge how to sanitize utensils.
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 at the hand wash sink located at the front counter and also at the bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Obama metal brush at the coffee station.
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 Gerika Espinal working over 6 months.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food cooked over 24 hours not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole ceiling in preparation area.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in dirty rack above 3 compartment sink.
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 equipment is not maintaining right temperature.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at the unisex bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at the sandwich station not longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open water stored above preparation table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored in preparation table at the sandwich station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease next to the stove.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oil and Manteca stored in the floor by the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed them at least 6 inches off the floor.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed Ice scoop in dirty container.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed Spoon handle on top of the sugar at the front counter.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at all reach in cooler units.
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed personal item on top an onion bag by the 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plates by the 3 compartment sink not inverted.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed a spoon stored inside a plastic container not inverted.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed Floor cleaner stored on preparation table next to slicer machine.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the hand wash sink at the front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table at the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container at the front counter not labeled.
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed 2 cutting boards soiled with food debris stains and cut marks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling fan soiled with black substance in dry storage area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on Reach in freezer across from 3 compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle water inside reach in cooler next to back door. Manager removed and discarded bottle of water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with red and back beans not labeled next to cook line. Employee labeled product properly.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of laxative stored inside reach in cooler next to milk at front counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over diced cooked ham at cook line. Cook rearranged products.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled with old food debris. Observed Ice machine at front counter soiled with black substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of detergent stored inside hand sink near 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of rice not date marked at reach in cooler at back preparation area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop resting inside soiled container at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed selves above preparation cooler at sandwich area soiled.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at back preparation area. Manager removed item.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers eggs and steak on the menu undercooked. No consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory and manager posted on wall at dining area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of chicken soup and black beans not date marked at sliding door reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager, products were prepared 2 days prior.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot and baking sheet stored on floor near reach in freezer at back preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor near cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust near reach in freezer at back preparation area.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm. Employee took solution to replenish.
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.