Publix # in Miami Gardens

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19955 Nw 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Publix #0629 in Miami Gardens had 5 FDACS inspections on record between March 2023 and February 2026, with 6 violations documented during a single consultation inspection in March 2023. That inspection identified temperature control failures for cooked chicken wings and prepared salads in the retail display cooler, both of which were corrected on site by the person in charge and placed under proper refrigeration during the inspection. A handwashing sink in the seafood area was also missing hand towels at that time, which was immediately remedied. The four subsequent inspections—including a USDA COOL Audit in August 2024 and focused sample collection visits—yielded no violations. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 was a focused inspection for sample collection with no violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

5FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Publix # in Miami Gardens: FDACS Inspection History (5)

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.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: JAMES ZHENG, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Person in charge: KENNETH ST GOURDIN

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Consultation visit with food establishment management. Request#5133870 The issues described in request # 5133870 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted USDA Cool Audit

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: JAMES ZHENG, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: ALBERT FALCON

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Consultation visit with food establishment management. Request#5094394 The issues described in request # 5094394 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.14(A) Cooked time/temperature control for safety food not cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F, or within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(A) PP
Retail Area: Sixteen breaded chicken wings cooked less than four hours prior found in retail display cooler with probed temperatures between 45 f and 55 f. Person in charge stated that the wings were not probed prior to placing at retail. COS: Placed under proper refrigeration to cool to 41 f at time of inspection and checked. x
3-501.14(B) Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) PP
Retail Area: Three mixed greens and chicken tender salads in retail display cooler prepared less than four hours prior with probed temperatures between 44 f and 46 F. Person in charge stated that they weren't probed prior to placing at retail. COS: Placed under proper refrigeration to cool at time of inspection and checked at 41 f. x Print Date: 3/14/2023 Page 1 of 3
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
Seafood Area: Hand towels missing at only hand sink. COS: Provided at time of inspection. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-303.11 Food employee wearing jewelry, other than a plain ring such as a wedding band, on their arm or hand while preparing food. 2-303.11
Meat Area: Employee with watch on wrist at time of processing in meat cutting room. o
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
Deli Area: Multiple soda crated used to hold up prep table at chicken fryer station. o
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
Deli Area: Soil build-up on floor behind steam oven. Backroom Area: Soil build-up and spillage under bottled beverage storage rack. o

Publix # in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Publix # in Miami Gardens last inspected?
Publix # 0629 in Miami Gardens was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 3, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Publix # in Miami Gardens had?
Publix # 0629 in Miami Gardens has 5 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix # in Miami Gardens find?
Publix # 0629 in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 3, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Publix # in Miami Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Publix # 0629 in Miami Gardens has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Publix # in Miami Gardens?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix # 0629 in Miami Gardens are: 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 Pf; 3-501.14(A): Cooked time/temperature control for safety food not cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F, or within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(A) P; 3-501.14(B): Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) P.

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