How many health inspections has BUTCHER CUISINE had?

BUTCHER CUISINE has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BUTCHER CUISINE ever been shut down?

No, BUTCHER CUISINE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at BUTCHER CUISINE?

The most frequently cited violations at BUTCHER CUISINE are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?

CONTAMINATION RISK: Reusing single-use items (gloves, cups, utensils, foil) that were designed for one use creates contamination pathways. Single-use gloves develop micro-tears during use, becoming bacterial incubators. Reused single-use containers lose structural integrity, leaking contaminated liquids. Single-use utensils cannot be properly sanitized between uses. Single-use articles (gloves, cups, lids, foil, plastic wrap, straws, stirrers, paper napkins) must be used once and discarded. Do not wash and reuse. Store in original packaging to prevent contamination. Dispense in sanitary manner. Use food-grade single-use items only.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

BUTCHER CUISINE

8030 NW 154 ST, Miami Lakes, FL 33016

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BUTCHER CUISINE LLC · License: SEA2321183

BUTCHER CUISINE in Miami Lakes, FL has 23 inspections on record with 174 total violations (7.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

174Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 10, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Jan 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 9, 2025 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sep 13, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 22, 2022 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 3, 2022 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 17, 2021 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Jun 8, 2021 — Complaint Full· 15 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

May 4, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 17, 2019 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 15, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 26, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 16, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Aug 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 6, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

How Does This Facility Compare?

BUTCHER CUISINE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BUTCHER CUISINE had?: BUTCHER CUISINE has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BUTCHER CUISINE ever been shut down?: No, BUTCHER CUISINE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at BUTCHER CUISINE?: The most frequently cited violations at BUTCHER CUISINE are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: January 10, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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