Gayou's Restaurant in Miami
Last inspected:
5734 Nw 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33127Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has accumulated 267 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Inspectors have cited three fire safety violations, including a missing portable fire extinguisher in the back area. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines, with the largest penalty at $400.
Most recent closure: October 17, 2017 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.9
violations / inspection
7.9 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
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019036827 | $400.00 | May 31, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2017049910 | $400.00 | Oct 17, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-02: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. The one in the back area. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-06: - From follow-up inspection on 2017-04-04:
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-02: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. The one in the back area. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-06:
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. The one in the back area.
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.
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 9 inspections65 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Gayou's Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gayou's Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- Gayou's Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Gayou's Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
- Gayou's Restaurant in Miami was last shut down on October 17, 2017 for rodent 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 Gayou's Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gayou's Restaurant in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Gayou's Restaurant in Miami had?
- Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has had 34 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 Gayou's Restaurant in Miami find?
- Gayou's Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on October 6, 2025 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Gayou's Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Gayou's Restaurant in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Gayou's Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Gayou's Restaurant in Miami been fined?
- Gayou's Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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