Miami Lakes — Food Safety Records
Miami Lakes, Florida has 81 food establishments with 1,654 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Outback Steakhouse in Miami Lakes on January 14, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Miami Lakes Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Miami Lakes
89.7%
Pass Rate
89.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Miami Lakes
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Miami Lakes
1.23
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.23
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Miami Lakes Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Steakhouse | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sushi Runner | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | Warning Issued | |
| King & I Thai Restaurant | 3 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Substantial Subs | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Substantial Subs | 8 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill #1203 | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Korner 67 | 15 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Firehouse Subs | 4 | Call Back - Complied |
Miami Lakes Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 16,808 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 14,126 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 14,099 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 11,524 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 9,730 |
Miami Lakes Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | Outback Steakhouse | $400 | 1--2025084570 |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Mr Lee's Chinese Restaurant | $400 | 1--2026046772 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Taco Shop Mexican Grill 2 | $200 | 1--2025079109 |
Miami Lakes Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 5 |
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Miami Lakes: Notable Restaurants
Latin Cuban Cafeteria
28 inspections
224 violations
2 closures
Green Papaya Vietnamese Cuisine
29 inspections
349 violations
1 closures
Chelas Beer Garden
29 inspections
211 violations
1 closures
Casavana Cuban Cuisine
34 inspections
219 violations
Taco Shop Mexican Grill 2
33 inspections
187 violations
1 closures
Fonda Dulce Jesus Mio
33 inspections
230 violations
Miami Lakes: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 106 | 0 |
| Carrabbas | 1 | 178 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 1 | 60 | 0 |
| Haagen-dazs | 1 | 65 | 0 |
| Menchies | 1 | 43 | 0 |
| Anthonys Coal Fired Pizza | 1 | 164 | 0 |
| Burgerfi | 1 | 25 | 0 |
| Chilis | 1 | 117 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 143 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 139 | 0 |
Miami Lakes Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Miami Lakes?
- Miami Lakes, Florida has 81 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Miami Lakes?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Miami Lakes is 89.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Miami Lakes this year?
- 1 food establishments in Miami Lakes have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Miami Lakes?
- The most frequently cited violations in Miami Lakes are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Miami Lakes?
- Subway has the most locations in Miami Lakes with 2 establishments.
- How does Miami Lakes compare to the Florida state average?
- Miami Lakes has a pass rate of 89.7%, which is 4 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Miami Lakes?
- Food establishments in Miami Lakes have an average of 20.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Miami Lakes been assessed?
- Food establishments in Miami Lakes have been assessed $10,830 in fines across 35 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $309 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Miami Lakes restaurants?
- 13 fire safety violations have been documented across 6 food establishments in Miami Lakes. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
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Miami Lakes Restaurants & Food Establishments (81)
Golden Bush Coffee LLC
15996 NW 48th Ave, Miami Lakes
0 inspections · 0 violations