Wawa in Cutler Bay

Last inspected:

11101 Sw 184th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33157

Part of: Wawa Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay had one inspection with food safety violations in March 2023 and two follow-up focused inspections in 2023. The March 2023 inspection found six violations: cut lettuce stored at 44°F instead of the required 41°F or below, a spray bottle containing cleaner stored above drinks in the backroom, milk creamer boxes misdated with expiration labels instead of maximum 7-day markings, and a handwashing sink unavailable in the backroom where commercially processed juices were being repackaged. All violations were corrected on site during the inspection. Subsequent visits in February 2023 (focused inspection) and May 2025 (follow-up inspection) documented compliance. The most recent focused inspection on February 17, 2026 involving sample collection found no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

4FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Wawa in Cutler Bay: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: JULIO AZPURUA, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: JULIO AZPURUA, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Visit establishment to follow up on Request # 5131953. The issue described regarding Request #5131953 was addressed with the person in charge during the full rated inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: ERIKA SANCHEZ

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . ERIKA SANCHEZ, ASSISTANCE MANAGER GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Food Service- Cut lettuce placed in reach-in cooler next to toaster oven measured 44*F. COS, cut lettuce was placed under proper refrigeration during inspection. x
3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Retail- Boxes with milk creamer opened today with a date marking sticker of "expiration 03/31" instead of maximum 7 days. COS, all items were remarked with the correct date (7 days) during the inspection. x
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Backroom- Spray bottle containing cleaner/degreaser found stored above of drinks. COS, toxic item was moved to an appropriate location during inspection. x Print Date: 3/17/2023 Page 1 of 3 26 P Citation Description: Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 P Observation: Backroom- Quaternary sanitizer in sanitize compartment of ware wash sink measured over 400ppm. COS, sanitizer solution concentration was corrected during inspection. x
5-203.11 At least one handwashing sink, or number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees, not provided in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing area, or for a toilet room. 5-203.11 PfPf
Backroom- Hand wash sink not available to wash hands prior to repackaging commercially process juices. COS, management decided no longer repackage or process any open foods in this room and is only using as a storage room. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Food Service- Unlabeled squeeze bottles with oil found by reach-in cold holding unit. o
4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Backroom- Clean containers found not inverted on shelf next to the ware wash sink. o
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MANUEL URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Person in charge: NATALY CANTILLANO

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Wawa in Cutler Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wawa in Cutler Bay last inspected?
Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 17, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Wawa in Cutler Bay had?
Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Wawa in Cutler Bay find?
Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 17, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Wawa in Cutler Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Wawa in Cutler Bay?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Wawa #5243 in Cutler Bay are: 5-203.11: At least one handwashing sink, or number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees, not provided in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing area, or for a toilet room. 5-203.11 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 3-501.17(B): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf.

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