Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead
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1090 N Homestead Blvd, Homestead, FL 33030Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead has compiled 424 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 18.4 violations per inspection—more than triple the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared in every inspection examined, with recurring critical deficiencies in employee health policy (cited in at least 8 inspections), chemical storage (12+ inspections), time as control for food safety (11+ inspections), and food contact surface sanitation (10+ inspections). Hand washing and handwashing facility violations have also been documented repeatedly. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspections on December 2 and 3, 2025 yielded 33 and 21 violations respectively, with the December 2 inspection resulting in a Warning Issued disposition—a formal escalation indicating significant ongoing non-compliance. The December 3 follow-up inspection resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 4 inspections39 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections35 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 22 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead last inspected?
- Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead had?
- Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 18.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead find?
- Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead ever been shut down?
- No, Mario's Family Restaurant in Homestead has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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