Alwaysmart in Miami

Last inspected:

2601 Nw 16th St Rd, Miami, FL 33125
Overview

Alwaysmart, an unattended food establishment in Miami, has been inspected twice on record without a valid food permit. Both inspections, on August 22, 2025 and February 27, 2026, found the facility operating in violation of permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020, F.A.C. The establishment must complete all permitting requirements and submit payment to FDACS to obtain a valid food permit before continuing operations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
2Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Alwaysmart in Miami: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: MARGARET ALVAREZ, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: LOURDES CHANTEZ, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Visited establishment to follow up Request #5136984. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance.

Alwaysmart in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alwaysmart in Miami last inspected?
Alwaysmart in Miami was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 27, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Alwaysmart in Miami had?
Alwaysmart in Miami has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Alwaysmart in Miami find?
Alwaysmart in Miami was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 27, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Alwaysmart in Miami had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Alwaysmart in Miami has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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