TOASTED BAGEL MIDTOWN
178 NE 29 ST, Miami FL 33137 · 786-254-7452
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.10-1-2022 license expired.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $620
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026019926 | Jan 15, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | $300 |
| 1--2024060097 | Aug 19, 2024 | Dec 4, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Bottom shelf of a prep table: two cases of raw shell eggs (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator delivered 1 hour before the inspection, operator placed the eggs inside a reach in cooler at the front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Counter top with bagel rack above.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Ware wash area: clean knives and spatulas stored between the wall and a rack on the wall above the three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. By the front counter
Jan 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw smoked salmon offered in the menu not identified as a raw.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents by bathrooms hallway,by prep area, ware washing area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezers soiled by three compartment sink.
Dec 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at prep area front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discarded milk at hand sink front counter.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw smoked salmon offered in the menu not identified as a raw.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside sugar container back prep area. Employee removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents by bathrooms hallway,by prep area, ware washing area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezers soiled by three compartment sink.
Oct 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a container with raw chicken stored above a container with cream cheese scallions at reach in cooler back kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator less than 4 hours stored inside reach in cooler. Employee put ice for rapid chill.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm); employee put more water. Recheck; Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at prep area front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discarded milk at hand sink front counter.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw smoked salmon offered in the menu not identified as a raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink front counter. Employee provided.
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 Stephania Romero hired more than 60 days.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Front counter.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed At women bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside sugar container back prep area. Employee removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents by bathrooms hallway,by prep area, ware washing area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezers soiled by three compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed bowls and lids used for caterings not inverted by storage rack.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed near three compartment sink.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed back prep area handwashing sink with a bag of clean towels. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on the reach in cooler with many cut marks, no longer cleanable. Operator has new board in storage and replaced.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoops in standing water. Operator removed water.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting boards soiled at prep area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag of towels stored inside hand sink at kitchen area. Operator removed the bag
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside potatoes container at prep area. Operator removed the bowl.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on prep table at kitchen. Employee removed the phone.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 58 inside reach in cooler. Operator discarded the water and replenish with hot water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic cups and coffee cups stored on floor at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee inverted the mop.
Aug 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at cutting board across from oven.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink blocked by cleaning supplies. Chef removed items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu for all items containing lox not marked with an asterisk.
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 Eduardo Hernandez hired about 3 months ago with no proof of training.
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 for employee Eduardo Hernandez hired more than 60 days.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board across from oven.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout front prep area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at lobby self served cooler, packages of cut fruit/ melon and prepared on site orange juice with no label or date information.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in lobby area at coffee/ tea area, coffee cups stored on floor.
Jun 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 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 chef crack raw shelled egg into pan and proceeded to grab other ingredients to place into pan without changing gloves and washing hand. Employee washed hands and placed new gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired division license dated 10/1/2022. Operator paid license during inspection. Confirmation number: 238936179.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep counter container of butter (74F - Cold Holding). As per chef for 3 hours. Chef placed onto ice to cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at cutting board across from oven.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink blocked by cleaning supplies. Chef removed items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu for all items containing lox not marked with an asterisk.
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 Eduardo Hernandez hired about 3 months ago with no proof of training.
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 for employee Eduardo Hernandez hired more than 60 days.
Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Observed customers dog walking without owner throughout lobby area of establishment and sitting on dining room couches.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink. Manager turned water valve at bottom of sink on.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed next to exit door in kitchen, clean containers stored on floor.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board across from oven.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees with no hair restraints. Chef provided employee with hats.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout front prep area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at lobby self served cooler, packages of cut fruit/ melon and prepared on site orange juice with no label or date information.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in lobby area at coffee/ tea area, coffee cups stored on floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at front counter a shaker of sugar not labeled.
Feb 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 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. Employee on cook line cracked raw shelled eggs then to food prep no hand wash gloves change. Educated employee and he washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.10-1-2022 license expired.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding) employee put ice on cream cheese to bring temperature down. Retemped at 42F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.black mold like debris on cutting board on prep line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bag of cloths in hand sink in rear prep area.
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. 3 Employees over 60 days no proof of food safety training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cream cheese with lox made 2-7 no date mark. Employee dated lox mix.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has build up of black mold like debris on interior door.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water on prep table next to slicer. Employee removed drink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
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.