Miami Gardens — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Miami Gardens, Florida has 178 food establishments with 1,643 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 68.4%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.9 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Villa in Miami Gardens on January 13, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

178Facilities
1,642Total Inspections
4Closures 2026
68.4%Pass Rate
6.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Caribbean Kitchen 305 38 373 3
Cuisine Creole Bakery 35 368 2
Bob the Baker 33 262 2
Bruno's Bakery and Restaurant 28 257 2
Waffle House #2226 26 204 2

Miami Gardens Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Miami Gardens 68.4% Pass Rate 68.4%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Miami Gardens 6.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Miami Gardens 2.25 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.25
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Miami Gardens Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Arline's Seafood Restaurant #1 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Bell #042940 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sweet Hand Kathys Restaurant and Bakery 9 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Mia Pizza & Wings 6 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Pc#355073 2 (1 high) Call Back - Complied

Miami Gardens Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Miami Gardens Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

60Actions on Record
$20,820Total Fines
$347Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
35Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jan 13, 2026 Villa $400 1--2025077707
Aug 7, 2025 Dub N Grub $400 1--2025010936
Oct 20, 2025 Bruno's Bakery and Restaurant $400 1--2025068053
Oct 14, 2025 Wonder Wok Chinese Restaurant $400 1--2025068644
Apr 16, 2026 Bob the Baker $400 1--2025077896

Miami Gardens Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

42Fire Violations
22Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 16
Propane tank stored inside building 7
Other fire safety violation 6
Missing boiler certificate/report 6
Fire extinguisher in red zone 3
Cooking without hood suppression 3
Fire alarm/smoke detector issue 1

Miami Gardens Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Miami Gardens has 100 FDACS-regulated facilities with 211 inspections on record and 34 stop-sale orders issued.

100Retail Facilities
211FDACS Inspections
34Stop-Sale Orders

Miami Gardens FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Key-food-623120 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe…
Key-food-623120 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Shell Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing insta…
Shell Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing insta…
Celine Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Celine Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing Comments…
Celine Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing Comments…
Celine Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing Comments…

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Miami Gardens FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Miami Gardens Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Shell 2 152 1,169
Winn-Dixie 1 170 584
Aldi 1 2 310
Exxon 1 13 62
Key Food 1 37 211
Target 1 15 249
Wawa 1 14 430
Dollar General 1 57 2,871

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Miami Gardens: Notable Restaurants

Miami Gardens: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 4 276 0
Dunkin 2 249 1
Wendys 2 296 1
Kfc 2 224 1
Pollo Campero 1 18 0
Taco Bell 1 45 0
Checkers 1 218 1
McDonalds 1 56 0
Burger King 1 155 0
Dennys 1 232 1

Miami Gardens Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Miami Gardens?
Miami Gardens, Florida has 178 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Miami Gardens?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Miami Gardens is 68.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Miami Gardens this year?
4 food establishments in Miami Gardens have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Miami Gardens?
The most frequently cited violations in Miami Gardens are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Miami Gardens?
Subway has the most locations in Miami Gardens with 4 establishments.
How does Miami Gardens compare to the Florida state average?
Miami Gardens has a pass rate of 68.4%, which is 17.7 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Miami Gardens?
Food establishments in Miami Gardens have an average of 9.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Miami Gardens been assessed?
Food establishments in Miami Gardens have been assessed $20,820 in fines across 60 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $347 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Miami Gardens restaurants?
42 fire safety violations have been documented across 22 food establishments in Miami Gardens. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Miami Gardens inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Miami Gardens, Florida has 100 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 211 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Miami Gardens?
FDACS has issued 34 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Miami Gardens. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Miami Gardens Restaurants & Food Establishments (175)

Seeme Cafe

180 NW 183 ST STE 103, Miami Gardens

11 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Luckys

21001 NW 27TH AVE, Miami Gardens

20 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Miami Best Wings

2714 NW 183RD STREET, Miami Gardens

10 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Vitico's Restaurant

4114-4116 NW 167 ST, Miami Gardens

16 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Subway 39077

19872 NW 27TH AVE, Miami Gardens

17 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Aug 2025

McDonald's #6204

4686 NW 183 ST, Miami Gardens

15 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Fresh Catch Fish & Chicken

19866 NW 27 AVE, Miami Gardens

11 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Subway 1242

21453 NW 2 AVE, Miami Gardens

13 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Donnas Caribbean Restaurant

18198 NW 27 AVE, Miami Gardens

5 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Taco Bell #042940

17950 NW 27 AVE, Miami Gardens

16 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Sunday's Eatery

18367 NW 27 AVE, Miami Gardens

8 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Subway 30425 INC

2700 - 2710 NW 167 ST, Miami Gardens

13 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Chop Suey

18053 NW 27 AVE, Miami Gardens

3 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Pollo Campero

4698 NW 183 ST, Miami Gardens

6 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

19401 NW 27 AVE UNIT 401, Miami Gardens

5 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Nine

2269 NW 199 ST, Miami Gardens

2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Nutrition Gone Wild FDACS Retail

4096 NW 167th ST, Miami Gardens

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FS

Gk Nw 7th FDACS Retail

18316 NW 7th Ave, Miami Gardens

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Elore Enterprizes FDACS Retail

1167 nw 159 dr, Miami Gardens

FDACS Retail Food · Cold Storage

Starbucks # 49905 FDACS Retail

19401 NW 27TH AVE, Miami Gardens

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops