Vw Publix in Miami

Last inspected:

14601 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33176

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Vw Publix 0223 is a vended water facility in Miami. The facility has been inspected three times since March 2023. An inspection on March 17, 2023 documented a high-priority temperature control violation when deli meats sliced that morning measured between 44°F and 45°F in the display case, exceeding the 41°F maximum for cold-held ready-to-eat foods; the products were moved to the freezer for rapid cooling and corrected on site. The same inspection cited a priority foundation violation for missing monthly sign-offs on the facility's HACCP plan as required by the regional manager. Two focused inspections in 2025 (March 17 and May 15) resulted in zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Last inspected FDACS:

Vw Publix in Miami: FDACS Inspection History (4)

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.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARGARET ALVAREZ, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . ROSY ROSS, PERSON IN CHARGE MARGARET ALVAREZ, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: JOSE GARCIA

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . JOSE GARCIA, STORE MANAGER RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
Bakery: A speed rack that had cooled breads on it was not covered. COS. A cover was provided. x
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Deli: 2 packs of Boars Head deli meats that were sliced this morning (less than 2 hours ago) and placed in the Boars Head display case are measuring temperatures of between 44F and 45F. COS. The products were stacked too high and they were placed in the freezer for a quick cool down. x

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
Back storage area: There is a gap beneath a roll-up delivery door; the one that is not used. o
3-303.12 Packaged food subject to the entry of water stored in direct contact with ice or water, or unpackaged food stored in direct contact with undrained ice. 3-303.12
Deli: A box of turkey breasts are stored beneath a leaking condenser, and this condensate has frozen onto the turkey. COS. The product was voluntarily destroyed by management. x Print Date: 3/17/2023 Page 1 of 3 53 Citation Description: Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12 Observation: Meat Dept: water is pooling beneath the meat storage racks; this leakage was determined to be from the adjoining freezer.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: JOSE GARCIA

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . JOSE GARCIA, STORE MANAGER RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

8-103.12(B) Records not maintained or provided for a special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(b) and 8-103.12(B) PfPf
The required monthly sign off by the regional manager, as required by the firm's HACCP plan, has not been done for the month of February. o

Vw Publix in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Publix in Miami last inspected?
Vw Publix 0223 in Miami was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 15, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Publix in Miami had?
Vw Publix 0223 in Miami has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vw Publix in Miami find?
Vw Publix 0223 in Miami was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 15, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Publix in Miami had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Publix 0223 in Miami has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Vw Publix in Miami?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vw Publix 0223 in Miami are: 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4); 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 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.

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