El Merendon Restaurant in Miami
Last inspected:
20916 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33189El Restaurante La Tia in Miami has accumulated 329 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. In January 2026, inspectors cited 22 violations including five high-priority items. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,280 in fines. A propane tank was stored inside the building during its prior operation as Delicias Latinas in 2016.
Most recent closure: May 26, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
9.6
violations / inspection
9.6 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017038575 | $960.00 | Jul 14, 2017 | Tampa | |
| 1--2015001103 | $320.00 | Dec 22, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections45 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
— 7 inspections59 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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El Merendon Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Merendon Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- El Merendon Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 9, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was El Merendon Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
- El Merendon Restaurant in Miami was last shut down on May 26, 2023 for roach 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 El Merendon Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Merendon Restaurant in Miami are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami had?
- El Merendon Restaurant in Miami has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Merendon Restaurant in Miami find?
- El Merendon Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on July 9, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Merendon Restaurant in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- Has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Merendon Restaurant in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Merendon Restaurant in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,280.00 in fines.
- How much has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami been fined?
- El Merendon Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $1,280.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Merendon Restaurant in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Delicias Latinas (2016).
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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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