Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami

Last inspected:

8770 Mills Dr, Miami, FL 33183

Part of: Starbucks Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Starbucks Coffee Store #77974 in Miami has been the subject of repeated food safety follow-up inspections since late 2025, centered on unsanitary equipment conditions. Two stop-use orders were issued for the ice bin—on December 9, 2025, and February 24, 2026—both citing adulterated food due to unsanitary equipment under FS 500.04 and FS 500.172. In both instances, the equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released during the inspection visit. Inspector notes from multiple focused inspections document discussions with management about the importance of sanitary equipment and hand washing practices, with food analysis reports provided via email. The facility had 6 total inspections on record between September 2025 and February 2026, with violations documented only during the initial September 30, 2025 operating inspection and the two subsequent follow-up inspections tied to the stop-use orders.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

6FDACS Insp.
5Violations
2Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami: FDACS Inspection History (6)

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.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARGARET ALVAREZ, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Visited establishment to follow up on Request #5151741. Stop use and release issued for ice bin. Ice bin was washed, rinsed and sanitized during visit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

97 Food has been produced, prepared, packed, transported or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered diseased, unwholesome, or injurious to health. 500.10(1)(f), F.S.Repeat
Food Service - Recent ice sample collected from bin behind espresso on 2/2/0226 was analyzed and identified to be adulterated containing coliforms. COS, ice bin was washed, rinsed and sanitized during visit. See order, stop use and release issued A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Visited establishment to follow up on Request #5149809. The importance of sanitary equipment and hand washing practices were discussed with management. Food analysis report was provided via e-mail. Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS, EVNIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The importance of sanitary equipment and hand washing practices were discussed with management. Visited establishment to follow up on Request #5145882. Food analysis report was provided via e-mail. Stop Use Order and Release issued.

Good Retail Practice Violations

97 Food has been produced, prepared, packed, transported or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered diseased, unwholesome, or injurious to health. 500.10(1)(f), F.S.
Food Service- BEHIND ESPRESSO MACHINE BY THE DRIVE THRU WINDOW RECENT SAMPLE OF ICE COLLECTED ON 11.18.2025 WAS ANALYZED AND IDENTIFIED TO BE ADULTERATED CONTAINING COLIFORMS. COS, the equipment was washed, rinsed and sanitized during the visit. Stop Use Order and Release issued, see order. A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 3 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom- A visible gap was found at the bottom of the back exit door without protection to prevent entry of pests.
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)
Backroom- A bag of single service straws was found on the floor. COS, single service items were moved to an appropriate location during inspection.
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.
Food Establishment was operating without a valid 2025 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. o

Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) 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.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.

Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami last inspected?
Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 24, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami had?
Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami find?
Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 24, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) 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 Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Starbucks Coffee (store #77974) in Miami are: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A).

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