Jj's Diner in Miami Springs

Last inspected:

4441 Nw 36th St, Miami Springs, FL 33166
Overview

JJ's Diner in Miami Springs has been emergency-closed once, on February 28, 2020, for rodent activity. Across 23 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 247 violations, averaging 10.7 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominated the record, with proper hand-washing violations cited in at least 10 of the last 8 inspections alone, employee health policy violations appearing repeatedly across multiple years, and improper chemical storage documented in at least 6 recent inspections. Additional high-priority findings included time-as-a-control violations (food held without temperature monitoring), food contact surface violations, and toxic substance control failures. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations included a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone (September 2020) and a locked exit door (May 2020, corrected on-site). The most recent inspection on January 26, 2026 resulted in 15 violations with no further action required.

Most recent closure: February 28, 2020 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
247Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 10.7 violations / inspection 10.7 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Jj's Diner in Miami Springs
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 11:15:00

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Jj's Diner in Miami Springs
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2020011265 $400.00 Feb 28, 2020 Miami (Doral)

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge zone located by kitchen entrance.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections39 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jj's Diner in Miami Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jj's Diner in Miami Springs last inspected?
Jj's Diner in Miami Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Jj's Diner in Miami Springs last shut down?
Jj's Diner in Miami Springs was last shut down on February 28, 2020 for rodent 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 Jj's Diner in Miami Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Jj's Diner in Miami Springs are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs had?
Jj's Diner in Miami Springs has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Jj's Diner in Miami Springs find?
Jj's Diner in Miami Springs was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs ever been shut down?
Yes, Jj's Diner in Miami Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Jj's Diner in Miami Springs has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Jj's Diner in Miami Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs been fined?
Jj's Diner in Miami Springs has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Jj's Diner in Miami Springs operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Fritanga Airport (2020-2023).

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