Miami — Food Safety Records
Miami, Florida has 3059 food establishments with 59,976 inspections on record. 66 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.3%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Tacombi in Miami, shut down August 6, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Lovelys in the City in Miami on September 26, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Miami Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Miami
90.3%
Pass Rate
90.3%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Miami
6.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Miami
2.16
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.16
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
Miami Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Tacombi | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Eleventh Street Pizza | Fly activity | |
| Pack Supermarket | Rodent activity | |
| Pubbelly Sushi | Fly activity | |
| Cmx Brickell Stone Sports Bar | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Dunkin Donuts #15 | Rodent activity | |
| Victory Restaurant & Lounge | Rodent activity | |
| Conch Heaven | Roach & fly activity | |
| Chong's Chinese Rest | Temperature violations (storage) | |
| Beijing Garden | Sewage back up |
Miami Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Caesar's Pizza #224 | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #2328 | 14 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Steve's Pizza | 8 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Atlantis Cafe INC | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Balans Brickell | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Balans Brickell | 13 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Las Reinas Del Cafe Corp | 9 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Aoki Teppanyaki | 27 (6 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ernesto's Taco Shop | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| La Leonesa Fritanga | 9 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Miami Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 737,781 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 662,229 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 619,663 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 522,421 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 518,061 |
Miami Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2025 | Lovelys in the City | $800 | 1--2025032438 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | May Fu Chinese Restaurant | $800 | 1--2025048970 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | La Bodega Restaurant | $800 | 1--2026014875 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Iron Sushi | $800 | 1--2025071892 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Monserrate Restaurante | $800 | 1--2025066200 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | La Vida Misma Restaurant & Bar | $700 | 1--2025043499 |
| May 27, 2026 | Amavi Miami / Heal | $480 | 1--2026011061 |
| May 14, 2026 | Wingstop | $480 | 1--2026022346 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Ayesha Indian Cuisine | $400 | 1--2025078082 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Yume Ramen | $400 | 1--2025084455 |
Miami Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 326 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 306 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 291 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 203 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 199 |
| Other fire safety violation | 163 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 2 |
Miami: Notable Restaurants
La Bodega Restaurant
52 inspections
609 violations
6 closures
Iron Sushi
53 inspections
653 violations
5 closures
Dicrespo
42 inspections
490 violations
5 closures
Jamaica House Rest
53 inspections
733 violations
Snappers Fish and Chicken
52 inspections
798 violations
Bakery 305
3 inspections
3 violations
Miami: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 68 | 4,442 | 3 |
| McDonalds | 55 | 3,294 | 3 |
| Burger King | 36 | 2,818 | 4 |
| Dunkin | 33 | 2,437 | 8 |
| Wendys | 32 | 2,850 | 3 |
| Taco Bell | 29 | 1,763 | 1 |
| Pollo Tropical | 24 | 3,111 | 0 |
| Kfc | 20 | 2,085 | 1 |
| Chipotle | 16 | 872 | 0 |
| Chicken Kitchen | 14 | 1,521 | 1 |
Miami Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Miami?
- Miami, Florida has 3059 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Miami?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Miami is 90.3%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Miami this year?
- 66 food establishments in Miami have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Miami?
- Subway has the most locations in Miami with 68 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Miami?
- Tacombi in Miami was shut down on August 6, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Miami compare to the Florida state average?
- Miami has a pass rate of 90.3%, which is 4.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Miami?
- Food establishments in Miami have an average of 19.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Miami been assessed?
- Food establishments in Miami have been assessed $601,690 in fines across 1,643 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $371 and the largest single fine was $4,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Miami restaurants?
- 1,490 fire safety violations have been documented across 780 food establishments in Miami. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Miami Restaurants & Food Establishments (3,026)
Aromas Del Peru 1 closure
13823 SW 88 ST, Miami
23 inspections · 194 violations · Last: Jan 2026Barceloneta 1 closure
1400 20TH STREET, Miami
26 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Mar 2026Smoothie Spot 8st 1 closure
13810 SW 8 ST, Miami
17 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Jul 2026Vybe 305 by Uncut Miami 1 closure
486 NE 167 ST, Miami
29 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Jun 2026Caribean Delite INC 1 closure
9491 SW 160 ST, Miami
25 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Jul 2026Burger King #13 1 closure
18750 NW 2 AVE, Miami
24 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Jun 2026La Portena Cafeteria 1 closure
1985-1987 SW 8TH STREET, Miami
22 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Jul 2026Amavi Miami / Heal 1 closure
3252 NE 1 AVE STE 109, Miami
20 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Mar 2026Star Seafood Restaurant & Cafe 1 closure
4709 NW 183 ST, Miami
26 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Feb 2026Tap Brickell 1 closure
1250 S MIAMI AVE STE 105, Miami
28 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Mar 2026La Portena Cafeteria No. 3 1 closure
503 SW 17 AVE, Miami
23 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Aug 2026Sunshine One Hospitality Corp 1 closure
6801 NW 186 ST, Miami
33 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Dec 2025La Santa Lounge Miami 1 closure
19597-19605 NW 57 AVE, Miami
31 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Jun 2026Rumba Latina Restaurant LLC 1 closure
2339 NW 7 ST, Miami
24 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Apr 2026Ayesha Indian Cuisine 1 closure
3250 NE 1 AVE STE 120, Miami
21 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Oct 2025Seaspice 1 closure
412 NW NORTH RIVER DR, Miami
20 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Feb 2026Pinolandia No 4 Corporation 1 closure
1100 NW 119 ST, Miami
27 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Aug 2026Bam Burger Restaurant 1 closure
22117 S DIXIE HWY, Miami
25 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Feb 2026China Village 1 closure
7909 NW 2 STREET, Miami
26 inspections · 164 violations · Last: Dec 2025Wingstop 1 closure
11640 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami
20 inspections · 159 violations · Last: May 2026