Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens
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19851 Nw 2 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169Donna's Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens has operated under significant food safety compliance challenges. The facility has accumulated 238 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. An emergency closure for roach activity was issued on December 4, 2023. The facility has also been subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Handwashing violations (proper hand/arm washing and handwashing facilities) and food contact surface violations were recurring findings across multiple inspections, appearing in at least 8 of the recent inspections reviewed. Employee health policy violations, including failure to report illness and improper health screening, were cited in at least 4 inspections between February 2024 and November 2025. The most recent inspection on February 2, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition following an earlier routine inspection that same day completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: December 4, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens: Emergency Closure History (1)
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023068276 | $400.00 | Dec 4, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens last inspected?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens last shut down?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens was last shut down on December 4, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens had?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens find?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
- Yes, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens been fined?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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