Alma in Miami
Last inspected:
1380 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL 33135Alma in Miami has a record of persistent non-compliance across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated 254 total violations and received two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. Hand washing violations have been cited in at least 7 of the last 8 inspections, reflecting a systemic failure in employee hygiene practices. Consumer advisory violations and approved food source violations have also appeared repeatedly across recent inspections. Most recent inspections show escalating enforcement: the December 15, 2025 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after finding high-priority violations including approved food source issues; the September 2, 2025 inspection documented shell stock handling violations and toxic substance control failures; and the June 13, 2025 inspection similarly triggered an administrative complaint recommendation. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure despite the sustained pattern of violations, but the trajectory of dispositions—from warnings to call backs to administrative complaint recommendations—indicates formal enforcement proceedings are underway.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Alma in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Alma in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017040637 | $200.00 | Aug 18, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017040601 | $200.00 | Jul 24, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Alma in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections42 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections49 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Alma in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Alma in Miami last inspected?
- Alma in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Alma in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Alma in Miami are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Alma in Miami had?
- Alma in Miami has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Alma in Miami find?
- Alma in Miami was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Alma in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Alma in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Alma in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Alma in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Alma in Miami been fined?
- Alma in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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