Vale Food Co in Miami
Last inspected:
9537 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156Vale Food Co in Miami has accumulated 452 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.9 per visit. State fire records document five violations centered on cooking equipment operating without proper hood suppression systems, with inspectors repeatedly extending compliance deadlines through November 2025. The facility has faced multiple administrative complaints since December 2024, with an escalating pattern of high-priority violations peaking at eight citations in a single September 2025 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Vale Food Co in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Vale Food Co in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025032278 | $400.00 | Jan 6, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Vale Food Co in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed convection burners used for cooking in establishment not under hood. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-10: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed convection burners used for cooking in establishment not under hood. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-14: Observed two hot plates on top of prep table not under hood system. **Time Extended**
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 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
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 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack.
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.
Vale Food Co in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 3 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections90 violations · 56 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections61 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 24 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Vale Food Co in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vale Food Co in Miami last inspected?
- Vale Food Co in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at Vale Food Co in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vale Food Co in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Vale Food Co in Miami had?
- Vale Food Co in Miami has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Vale Food Co in Miami find?
- Vale Food Co in Miami was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Vale Food Co in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Vale Food Co in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- Has Vale Food Co in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Vale Food Co in Miami has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Vale Food Co in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vale Food Co in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Vale Food Co in Miami been fined?
- Vale Food Co in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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