Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami

Last inspected:

229 Nw 22 Ave, Miami, FL 33125
Overview

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami has accumulated 274 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.8 per visit,more than double the Miami-Dade County average of 4.05. The restaurant was shut down once for no handwashing violations. State records document 3 fire safety violations, including a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. Top recurring violations involve clean multi-use utensils, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories.

Most recent closure: August 27, 2018 for no handwashing.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

31Inspections
274Violations
1Closures
3Fire
$560in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 8.8 violations / inspection 8.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami
DateReasonReopened
No handwashing 09:36:00

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $560.00

Disciplinary action history for Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2023048440 $160.00 Mar 2, 2023 Tampa
1--2018045457 $400.00 Aug 27, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In recharge zone in kitchen.

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In recharge zone in kitchen.

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In recharge zone in kitchen.

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 3 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami was last shut down on August 27, 2018 for no handwashing. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami had?
Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami find?
Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami was most recently inspected on December 12, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, Gari Maria 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 V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
Has Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
How much has Gari Maria Restaurant in Miami been fined?
Gari Maria Restaurant. in Miami has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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