Miami-Dade County — Food Safety Records
Miami-Dade County, Florida has 6319 food establishments with 120,339 inspections on record. 109 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89%, above the state average of 85.6%. Inspections average 6.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Miami Shores Golf Club in Miami Shores, shut down October 9, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Monserrate Restaurante in Miami on October 23, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated October 2026.
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Miami-Dade County
89%
Pass Rate
89%
Florida Average
85.6%
Pass Rate
85.6%
Miami-Dade County
6.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Miami-Dade County
1.72
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.72
Florida Average
1.94
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.94
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Shores Golf Club | Miami Shores | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Tribute to Tobacco Road by Kush | Miami | Roach & fly activity | |
| La Carreta Mia C-26-a | Miami | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Knife Steak House | Doral | Roach activity | |
| Sawa | Coral Gables | Roach activity | |
| Sushi Sake | Miami | Fly activity | |
| Allegro Ma Non Troppo/ Socal Taco Company | Miami | Roach activity | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill #1058 | Miami | Fly activity | |
| Brother & Sister Barbeque Pit | Miami | No handwashing sink | |
| Montanas | Miami Beach | Rodent activity |
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Colombia | Miami Beach | 13 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pizzafiore | North Bay Village | 9 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #2775 | North Miami Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #6896 | Miami | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Le Bouchon Du Grove | Miami | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wajiro's Restaurant | Miami | 12 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Curley Carry Out | Opa Locka | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Palenque Night Club | Miami | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| El Palenque Night Club | Miami | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pollo Tropical 25 | Miami Gardens | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 1,389,827 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,198,522 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,150,059 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 987,853 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 979,556 |
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2025 | Monserrate Restaurante | $800 | 1--2025066200 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Iron Sushi | $800 | 1--2025071892 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Sabor De Cuba Restaurant Corp | $800 | 1--2025058015 |
| Mar 6, 2026 | Ocean 5 Cafe | $800 | 1--2025064314 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | International House of Pancakes 36-01 | $800 | 1--2025073876 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | La Bodega Restaurant | $800 | 1--2026014875 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Sushi Sake Homestead | $800 | 1--2026005416 |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Cafe Enclave | $800 | 1--2026055360 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Club De La Milanesa | $800 | 1--2026034074 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | European Delights | $560 | 1--2025078842 |
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 606 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 567 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 472 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 320 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 280 |
| Other fire safety violation | 240 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 4 |
Miami-Dade County: Notable Restaurants
China Buffet
55 inspections
651 violations
6 closures
La Bodega Restaurant
52 inspections
609 violations
6 closures
Sichuan Fish Restaurant Sichuan Cuisine
43 inspections
514 violations
6 closures
Snappers Fish and Chicken
53 inspections
812 violations
Iron Sushi
53 inspections
653 violations
5 closures
Ceviche Tempura 1
29 inspections
240 violations
Miami-Dade County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 131 | 8,633 | 5 |
| McDonalds | 90 | 5,743 | 3 |
| Burger King | 56 | 4,435 | 8 |
| Dunkin | 54 | 4,252 | 12 |
| Wendys | 49 | 4,640 | 5 |
| Taco Bell | 47 | 2,590 | 2 |
| Pollo Tropical | 43 | 5,542 | 0 |
| Kfc | 32 | 3,336 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 29 | 1,771 | 2 |
| Sushi Sake | 25 | 4,062 | 3 |
Miami-Dade County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Miami-Dade County?
- Miami-Dade County, Florida has 6319 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Miami-Dade County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Miami-Dade County is 89%. The Florida state average is 85.6%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Miami-Dade County this year?
- 109 food establishments in Miami-Dade County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Miami-Dade County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Miami-Dade County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Miami-Dade County?
- Subway has the most locations in Miami-Dade County with 131 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Miami-Dade County?
- Miami Shores Golf Club in Miami Shores was shut down on October 9, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
- How does Miami-Dade County compare to the Florida state average?
- Miami-Dade County has a pass rate of 89%, which is 3.4 percentage points above the state average of 85.6%. The average violations per inspection is 6.7 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Miami-Dade County?
- Food establishments in Miami-Dade County have an average of 19 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Miami-Dade County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Miami-Dade County have been assessed $788,375 in fines across 2,226 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $360 and the largest single fine was $3,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Miami-Dade County restaurants?
- 2,489 fire safety violations have been documented across 1,345 food establishments in Miami-Dade County. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
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China Buffet 6 closures
18690 NW 67 AVE, Hialeah
55 inspections · 651 violations · Last: May 2026La Bodega Restaurant 6 closures
13774 SW 88 ST, Miami
52 inspections · 609 violations · Last: Jun 2026Sichuan Fish Restaurant Sichuan Cuisine 6 closures
1242 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach
43 inspections · 514 violations · Last: Aug 2026Iron Sushi 5 closures
9030 SW 72 PL, Miami
53 inspections · 653 violations · Last: Aug 2026Dicrespo 5 closures
13772 SW 152ND ST, Miami
42 inspections · 490 violations · Last: Mar 2026Lowkeys Hookah Lounge and Eats 5 closures
13785 NW 7 AVE, Miami
38 inspections · 476 violations · Last: Nov 2025Sang's Chinese Food 5 closures
1925 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach
39 inspections · 456 violations · Last: Sep 2026Beaches Bar & Grill Sunrise Cafe 4 closures
4299 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach
38 inspections · 389 violations · Last: Sep 2026Ocean 5 Cafe 4 closures
444 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach
38 inspections · 362 violations · Last: May 2026Miami Best Wings 4 closures
15042 NW 7 AVE, North Miami
37 inspections · 314 violations · Last: May 2026Tang Wok Chinese Restaurant 4 closures
15030 NW 7 AVE, Miami
36 inspections · 291 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dunkin Donuts #35 4 closures
18801 NW 2 AVE, Miami
31 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Jun 2026El Pub Restaurant 3 closures
1548 SW 8 ST, Miami
47 inspections · 610 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pacifico 3 closures
1098 W 29 ST, Hialeah
41 inspections · 560 violations · Last: Sep 2026Le Genie Restaurant 3 closures
178 NE 167 ST, North Miami Beach
37 inspections · 536 violations · Last: Sep 2026Fritay Kreyol 3 closures
12750 W DIXIE HWY, North Miami
41 inspections · 477 violations · Last: Aug 2026Y & O Peruvian Food LLC 3 closures
20500 S DIXIE HWY, Cutler Bay
33 inspections · 455 violations · Last: Jul 2026Walters Coffee Shop 3 closures
17009 S DIXIE HWY, Palmetto Bay
38 inspections · 428 violations · Last: Oct 2026Original Junie's Rest the 3 closures
18400 NW 2 AVE, Miami
42 inspections · 397 violations · Last: Oct 2026Caribbean Kitchen 305 3 closures
760 NW 183 ST, Miami Gardens
40 inspections · 389 violations · Last: Aug 2026