How many inspections has Food Mart in Miami Gardens had?

Food Mart in Miami Gardens has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Food Mart in Miami Gardens find?

Food Mart in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 22, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has Food Mart in Miami Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

Yes, Food Mart in Miami Gardens has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.

Food Mart in Miami Gardens

Name: Food Mart in Miami Gardens Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: December 22, 2025

21427 Nw 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169

Miami-Dade County · Convenience Store Limited FS · FDACS
Owner: 21427 Miami Gardens LLC
FDACS Estab #: 382014

Overview

Food Mart in Miami Gardens has been inspected 4 times since December 2023, accumulating 40 violations across focused and comprehensive inspections. The facility received a stop-sale order on October 30, 2025 for adulterated cheddar cheese with mold-like substances found in a reach-in cooler; the product was voluntarily destroyed. The same date, a stop-use order was issued for unsanitary equipment, which was subsequently repaired and released. Inspector findings document recurring deficiencies in employee health knowledge, handwashing sink maintenance and supplies, and written procedures for disease response. An October 2025 inspection identified raw shell eggs stored directly above milk in a walk-in cooler and marked the facility as operating without a valid food permit. A April 2024 inspection found toxic cleaning materials stored inside a three-compartment sink rinse basin and noted missing food temperature measuring devices and sanitizer test kits, all corrected on site during the visit. The most recent inspection on December 22, 2025 was a focused inspection with 4 violations; handwashing sink accessibility and supplies were corrected on site, and the person in charge was provided employee health guidance via email.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

4FDACS Insp.

40Violations

2Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: December 22, 2025

Food Mart in Miami Gardens: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2025 — 2 inspections

Dec 22, 2025 — Focused Inspection· 4 violations· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FRANCIS ODIO, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf

The person in charge did not correctly answer questions related to food-borne illnesses, symptoms, and employee reporting responsibilities. Employee health guide and reporting agreement provided via Email. Y o

5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf

Front Office Area: Hand wash sink blocked with beverages boxes. COS: Boxes were removed from hand sink during the visit.

6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf

Front Office Area: Soap and paper towels (or other hand drying device) not available at hand wash sink. COS: Soap and paper towels were provided during the visit.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

Certified food protection manager certificate not available during the inspection. Directory of currently accredited CFPM Programs provided via email.

Oct 30, 2025 — Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 16 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS, EVNIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order.

Risk-Based Violations

3-101.11 Food not safe, or is adulterated. 3-101.11 PP

Retail Area: In-store packaged cheddar cheese displayed in reach-in cooler found with green, mold-like substances. COS: Adulterated produce was voluntarily discarded during inspection. Stop-sale and release order issued. o

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP

Retail Area: Raw shell eggs stored directly above milk inside walk-in cooler next to entrance. COS: Eggs were moved to appropriate location during inspection. x Print Date: 10/30/2025 Page 1 of 4 19 P Citation Description: Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P Observation: Retail Area: Beef patties displayed at reach-in hot holding unit found with internal temperatures between 119 - 122 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: All food items were reheated to 165 degrees F during inspection. x

Person in charge did not answer questions related to foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Employee health guide provided. o

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf

Establishment does not have written employee procedures for cleanup of a vomit and diarrhea event

Front Office Area: Soap not available at hand wash sink next to entrance.

3-201.11(C) Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf

Retail Area: Individually packaged Ritz crackers not labeled for individual sale. COS: Cookies were removed from consumer reach during inspection.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

Certified food protection manager certificate not available during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)

Retail Area: In-store packaged cheddar cheese displayed in reach-in cooler not labeled with ingredients and source information. In-store packaged ice cups displayed in reach-in cooler not labeled with ingredients and source information. COS: Cheddar cheese packages were voluntarily discarded due to another violation and ice cups were moved from customer reach during inspection. x

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11

Retail Area: Multiple cases of beverages stored directly on filthy floor inside walk-in cooler.

3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)

Food Service Area: Tongs stored next to pickled eggs between uses found inside container with water temperature of 81 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Tongs were washed, rinsed and sanitized during inspection.

4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11

Retail Area: Hot holding unit found with a temperatures of 103 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Hot holding unit was adjusted to maintain food at 135> dress F during inspection. Stop-use order and release order issued.

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)

Retail Area: Pipe under condensate unit, closest to entrance, in walk-in cooler leaking water.

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17

retail Area: Cover not available for trash receptacle inside employee unisex restroom.

5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113

Outside Area: Dumpster not covered during inspection.

5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114

Outdoor Area: Dumpster missing drain plug.

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.

The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance. o A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.

2024 — 1 inspection

Apr 2, 2024 — Met Inspection Requirements· 20 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SIMEON CARRERO, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Employee Health Guidelines, Reporting agreement, CFPM document and Guidance for the Written Procedures for Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events documents provided

Risk-Based Violations

Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease o

Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment.

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP

Back room area observed toxic material ( ajax soap ) inside 3 compartment sink rinse basin. Cos toxic material was moved to proper storage during the inspection. x

Back room area observed employees hand wash sink blocked with several dozens of boxes in front close to 3 compartment sink. Cos all boxes were moved during the inspection.

6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14

Back room area observed employees unisex rest room missing hand wash sign. Cos hand wash sign was provided during the inspection.

Back room area observed employees hand wash sink close to 3 compartment sink and employees unisex rest room missing soap and paper towels. Cos soap and paper towels were provided during the inspection.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf

Establishment does not have a food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained. Cos a food temperature measuring device was provide during the inspection.

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11

Retail and back room areas observed several cases of juice, soft drinks and water directly on floor.

4-502.11(A) Utensil not maintained in good repair or condition; or ambient air temperature, water pressure, or water temperature measuring device not maintained in good repair or not accurate within the intended range of use. 4-502.11(A) and (C)

Back room area observed a ambient thermometer in disrepair.

4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf

Establishment does not have a Test kit ( Clorox ) or other device that accurately measures the concentration of sanitizing solution. Cos test kit was provided during the inspection.

4-301.13 Drainboards, utensil racks, or tables not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items that accumulate during hours of operation or not provided for necessary utensil holding before cleaning and after sanitizing. 4-301.13

Food service area observed 3 compartment sink missing drain boards.

6-501.18 Plumbing fixtures including but not limited to handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.18

Back room area observed employees unisex rest room hand sink basin with soil build up inside basin.

6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14

Back room area observed employees unisex rest room with no self closing door.

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17

Back room area observed employees unisex rest room missing a cover trash can.

5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114

Out side grounds observed drain plug missing.

Out side grounds observed trash open during the inspection.

6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12

Back room walk in cooler observed soil door and floors.

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Retail area observed several broken floor tiles. Back room employees unisex rest room observed several broken floor tiles.

6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16

Back room area observed a wet mop not inverted to air dry.

2023 — 1 inspection

Dec 1, 2023 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Visit to verify compliance of consumable hemp items.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Food Mart in Miami Gardens: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Food Mart in Miami Gardens
Date	Order Type	Product	Brand/Lot	Reason
Oct 30, 2025	STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated.
Oct 30, 2025	STOP USE ORDER	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…

Food Mart in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Food Mart in Miami Gardens last inspected?: Food Mart in Miami Gardens was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 22, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Food Mart in Miami Gardens had?: Food Mart in Miami Gardens has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Food Mart in Miami Gardens find?: Food Mart in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 22, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Food Mart in Miami Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: Yes, Food Mart in Miami Gardens has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Food Mart in Miami Gardens?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Food Mart in Miami Gardens are: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 3-305.11: Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.
Does Food Mart in Miami Gardens have any repeat violations?: Yes, Food Mart in Miami Gardens has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 3-305.11: Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.