Miami-Dade County — Food Safety Records
Miami-Dade County, Florida has 5933 food establishments with 117,163 inspections on record. 118 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.4%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 6.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Tacombi in Miami, shut down August 6, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to May Fu Chinese Restaurant in Miami on September 25, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Miami-Dade County
89.4%
Pass Rate
89.4%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Miami-Dade County
6.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Miami-Dade County
1.99
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.99
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacombi | Miami | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Eleventh Street Pizza | Miami | Fly activity | |
| Pack Supermarket | Miami | Rodent activity | |
| Cafe Enclave | Hialeah | Rodent activity | |
| Kenia Plaza | Naranja | Rodent activity | |
| Le Genie Restaurant | North Miami Beach | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Ifra's Indian Kitchen | Pinecrest | Roach & fly activity | |
| Just4fun | South Miami | No warewashing facilities | |
| Las Delicias Restaurant | Hialeah | Roach activity | |
| Pubbelly Sushi | Miami | Fly activity |
Miami-Dade County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King #29 | Miami | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Safari Restaurant | Miami | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wendy Rest | Miami | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's of Miller Square | Miami | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's Restaurant #7205 | Miami | 9 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Courtyard by Marriott Rest | Miami | 15 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| La Hormiga Oro | Miami | 5 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mo's Bagels & Deli | Aventura | 4 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mo's Bagels & Deli | Aventura | 6 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mo's Bagels & Deli | Aventura | 9 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2025 | May Fu Chinese Restaurant | $800 | 1--2025048970 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Lovelys in the City | $800 | 1--2025032438 |
| 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 22, 2025 | La Vida Misma Restaurant & Bar | $700 | 1--2025043499 |
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
Iron Sushi
53 inspections
653 violations
5 closures
Jamaica House Rest
53 inspections
733 violations
Casa Vialetto
27 inspections
168 violations
Miami-Dade County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 131 | 8,526 | 5 |
| McDonalds | 90 | 5,624 | 3 |
| Burger King | 56 | 4,300 | 8 |
| Dunkin | 54 | 4,070 | 12 |
| Wendys | 49 | 4,599 | 5 |
| Taco Bell | 47 | 2,528 | 2 |
| Pollo Tropical | 43 | 5,488 | 0 |
| Kfc | 32 | 3,247 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 29 | 1,693 | 1 |
| Sushi Sake | 25 | 3,897 | 2 |
Miami-Dade County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Miami-Dade County?
- Miami-Dade County, Florida has 5933 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 89.4%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Miami-Dade County this year?
- 118 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?
- Tacombi in Miami was shut down on August 6, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Miami-Dade County compare to the Florida state average?
- Miami-Dade County has a pass rate of 89.4%, which is 3.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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 19.7 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 $771,855 in fines across 2,178 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $361 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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Miami-Dade County Restaurants & Food Establishments (5,875)
Hurricane Grill & Wings of Kendall 1 closure
15500 SW 88 STREET, Miami
31 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Feb 2026Rincon Nica Restaurant 1 closure
4395 W 16 AVE, Hialeah
32 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Apr 2026Carpaccio 1 closure
9700 COLLINS AVE STE 139, Bal Harbour
28 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tacology 1 closure
700 SOUTH MIAMI AVE #423 A, Miami
32 inspections · 323 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cj S Crab Shack 1 closure
600 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach
28 inspections · 322 violations · Last: May 2026Keik Bakeshop Kendall 1 closure
11735 SW 147 AVE STE 1 & 2, Miami
33 inspections · 321 violations · Last: Feb 2026Craft Midtown 1 closure
3451 NE 1 AVE STE 103, Miami
24 inspections · 321 violations · Last: Aug 2026El Nuevo Orgullo Catracho 1 closure
2300 SW 8 STREET, Miami
28 inspections · 320 violations · Last: Dec 2025Southern Long Gong Restaurant LLC 1 closure
11920 SW 8 ST, Miami
25 inspections · 320 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tejas De Honduras 1 closure
19200 SW 106 AVE #8, Cutler Bay
27 inspections · 319 violations · Last: Aug 2026Los Tanitos INC 1 closure
9562 - 9564 SW 137 AVE, Miami
36 inspections · 319 violations · Last: Mar 2026Restaurant at Croydon / the Tavern 1 closure
3720 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach
33 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Apr 2026Toasted Bagelry & Deli 1 closure
3693 SW 22 TER, Miami
31 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Jun 2026Flamingo Restaurant 1 closure
901 E 10 AVE BAY 24, Hialeah
40 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Jul 2026La Casa De Las Baleadas No.2 1 closure
6799 W FLAGLER ST, Miami
29 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Feb 2026Iron Sushi 1 closure
9432 NE 2ND AVE, Miami Shores Village
32 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Apr 2026Reys Pizza #10 1 closure
1050 E 8 AVE, Hialeah
37 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Aug 2026Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine 1 closure
2393 W 78 ST, Hialeah
33 inspections · 314 violations · Last: Jun 2026Palacio De Los Jugos 1 closure
7085 SW 24 ST, Miami
30 inspections · 314 violations · Last: Feb 2026Mr Chef's 1 closure
18800 NE 29 AVE STE 10, Aventura
24 inspections · 313 violations · Last: Jul 2026