Costco Wholesale # in Miami
Last inspected:
13450 Sw 120th St, Miami, FL 33186Part of: Costco Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Costco Wholesale location 1023 in Miami has had 8 inspections on record between April 2023 and March 2026, with 11 total violations and zero emergency closures. Two stop-use orders were issued in March 2025 for unsanitary equipment — a bakery pan washer unable to achieve required sanitization temperatures and equipment food-contact surfaces requiring cleaning and sanitization. Both orders were resolved through equipment repair and release by inspectors.
The facility's violation history centers on temperature control and equipment sanitation. In April 2023, inspectors found cold-held pizza and cheese items out of temperature in the food court (58–60°F, required 41°F or below), improper chemical sanitizer concentrations in wash compartments (over 500ppm), and handwashing procedure gaps in the preparation area and demo units. All violations were corrected on site during those inspections. The March 2025 sanitation inspection documented similar patterns: bakery pan washer temperatures measured 109–114°F when 150°F was required, retail beef items measured 42–45°F before cooling, and food court tomato puree measured 62°F. A handwashing sink was also temporarily blocked by equipment. All issues were corrected on site. Subsequent focused inspections in November 2024, April 2024, March 2024, and March 2026 documented zero violations.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Costco Wholesale # in Miami: FDACS Inspection History (8)
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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Visited the establishment to follow up on Request# 5128185.
Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order. Wash solution achieved 153*F.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
Copy of employee reporting agreement provided via email.
Copy of Time as a Public Health Control for food safety provided via email.
Stop Use Order issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850)
245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety
inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in
Administrative Action.
Risk-Based Violations
4-703.11
After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot
water manual operation, not immersed for at least 30 seconds; hot water mechanical operation, utensil
surface temperature of 160°F not achieved; or chemical operation, minimum contact time not achieved.
4-703.11 PP
Bakery - Pan washer was found in disrepair with the unit unable to achieve a black color
change on the temperature sensitive indicator tape required at 160*F utensil surface temperature, after
running the unit through 2 cycles. See supplement, a stop use order is in effect for this unit. The unit must
remain turned off and empty until released by an inspector.
o
3-501.14(B)
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient
temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) PP
Retail - New York strip and other beef cuts placed at customer reach in the retail cold unit
measured between 42-45*F and was not cooled to 41*F prior to placing in retail. COS, beef was cooled to
41*F within remainder of time limit.
x
3-501.16(A)(2)
Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below.
3-501.16(A)(2) PPRepeat
Food Court- Container of tomato puree used at the pizza sauce dispenser measured 62*F.
COS, sauce was placed under proper refrigeration.
Y
x
Repeat
COS
5-205.11
Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee
use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Bakery - Hand wash sink blocked by rolling rack. COS, rolling rack was moved to appropriate
location.
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-304.14(B)
Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between
uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B)
(1)
Meat - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer measured below 150ppm in the wiping cloth bucket.
COS, The solution was adjusted to the proper concentration during the inspection.
4-501.11
Temperature of the wash solution in spray type warewasher that uses hot water to
sanitize is less than 165°F for a stationary rack, single temperature machine; 150°F for a stationary rack,
dual temperature machine or a multitank, conveyor, multitemperature machine; or 160°F for a single tank,
conveyor, dual temperature machine. 4-501.110(A) Pf
Bakery- Wash solution of the pan washer measured 109*F and 114*F on the wash
temperature gauge of the pan washer, not achieving the required 150*F per the data plate of the unit.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 3/7/2025
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When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning
of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that
such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all
persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal
is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or
processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must
identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts
alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
Lisbet Montano
I, _____________________________________________________
the person in charge of COSTCO WHOLESALE # 1023 hereby waive a
notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
WENNDY AYERDIS, QUALITY ASSURANCE & TRAINING SPECIALIST
LISBET MONTANO, PERSON IN CHARGE
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Margaret Alvarez, Senior Sanitation & Safety Specialist
Print Date: 3/7/2025
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Visit establishment to follow up on Request# 5122471. Joint inspection with Department of Health Representative.
The issue described regarding Request #5122471 was addressed with the person in charge during the visit.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: The issue described regarding Request #5112625 was addressed with the person in charge during the visit.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx .
ARMAN TAHERN, GENERAL MANAGER
GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
Wenddy Ayerdis, Quality Assurance & Training Specialist
Risk-Based Violations
3-304.15(A)
Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not discarded
when damaged or soiled or when interruptions occur in the operation. 3-304.15(A) PP
Preparation Room- Food employee returned to the prep room from obtaining food items in the
walk-in cooler and then began handling clean equipment/food items prior to changing gloves between tasks.
COS, proper gloves usage was discussed with management and food employee discarded her gloves, washed
her hands, and donned new gloves.
x
3-501.16(A)(2)
Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below.
3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Food Court- Food items placed on enclosed cabinet were probed with a calibrated thermometer
and found out of temperature: pepperoni pizza 58*; cheese pizza 60*F. COS, food items were cooked during
inspection.
x
7-204.11
Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does
not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 PP
Food Court- Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in sanitize compartment of the ware wash sink was
tested and found over 500ppm. COS, sanitizer solution was remade at an appropriate concentration.
x
Print Date: 4/28/2023
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2-301.14
Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before
engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped
single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring
for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue,
using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as
necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves
working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Preparation Room- Food employee did not wash hands between entering and exiting the walk-in
cooler and handling food items. COS, after proper hand washing procedures were discussed with management,
employee washed her hands and donned on new gloves during inspection.
x
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-304.14(B)(1)
Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in
a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B)(1)
Chicken Room, Meat Department- Quaternary ammonium sanitizer stored in buckets near the
rotisserie ovens with the wet wiping cloths measured 0ppm. COS, sanitizer solution was remade at an
appropriate concentration.
x
4-903.11(C)
Single-service or single-use articles not kept in the original protective package or not
stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. 4-903.11(C)
Meat Department- Single-service trays, not kept in the original protective packaging, found with
blood and old food residue. COS, soiled meat trays were voluntarily discarded.
x
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept
intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can
opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is
opened. 4-501.11
Bakery- Pan washer using high heat temperature sanitization was found in disrepair and unable to
achieve 160*F on the utensil surface when using a heat sensitive tape (did not achieve color change to black,
only dark gray). COS, the pan washer was repaired by a technician during the inspection.
x
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Food Court- Water leaks from hand sink drain pipe when water turned on.
o
— Met Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx .
DEBRA LANE, CDS MANAGER
WENNDY AYERDIS, QUALITY ASSURANCE & TRAINING SPEC
Guisella Uribe, Environmental Specialist II
Risk-Based Violations
3-501.16(A)(2)
Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below.
3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Demo- Open package of parmesan cheese measured 56*F at the demo unit preparing pasta with
cheese sauce. COS, cheese was placed under proper refrigeration.
x
7-204.11
Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does
not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 PP
Demo- All No Rinse Sanitizer spray bottles stored at each of the demo units measured over
500ppm. COS, sanitizer was remade.
x
Print Date: 4/28/2023
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2-401.11
Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment,
utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated.
2-401.11
Demos- Food employee personal water cups and yogurt stored on shelves with single-service
cups in the 2 of the demo units preparing open food samples for customers.
o
5-203.11
At least one handwashing sink, or number of handwashing sinks necessary for their
convenient use by employees, not provided in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing area, or for a
toilet room. 5-203.11 PfPf
Retail- No hand sinks available near any of the demo units preparing open food samples (yogurt
with berries, drinks, cooked pasta with cheese) for customers. COS, 2 portable hand sinks were installed in the
retail area between the demo units.
x
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-307.11
Food not protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not
specified in Subparts 3-301 - 3-306 in the Food Code. 3-307.11
Retail- Open packages of ice cream, yogurt, frozen berries, and parmesan cheese were found
stored in various retail units at customer reach between uses.
o
Costco Wholesale # in Miami: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… |
Costco Wholesale # in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Costco Wholesale # in Miami last inspected?
- Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 10, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Costco Wholesale # in Miami had?
- Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami has 8 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Costco Wholesale # in Miami find?
- Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 10, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Costco Wholesale # in Miami had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Costco Wholesale # in Miami?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami are: 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 7-204.11: Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 P; 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf.
- Does Costco Wholesale # in Miami have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Costco Wholesale # 1023 in Miami has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 7-204.11: Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 P.
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