Walrus Rodeo in Miami

Last inspected:

5143 Ne 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33137
Overview

Walrus Rodeo in Miami has been cited for 95 violations across 14 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection — significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly, including employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 5 inspections. The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 documented 30 violations (3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 8 basic), including employee health reporting, proper cooking temperatures, and handwashing failures. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. All inspections were completed with no further action required, though the facility's violation rate and pattern of recurring high-priority findings indicate persistent compliance challenges.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
103Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Walrus Rodeo in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 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

Walrus Rodeo in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher in the "recharge" zone by pizza oven.

Walrus Rodeo in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Walrus Rodeo in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walrus Rodeo in Miami last inspected?
Walrus Rodeo in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Walrus Rodeo in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Walrus Rodeo in Miami are: Proper cooking temps, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Walrus Rodeo in Miami had?
Walrus Rodeo in Miami has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Walrus Rodeo in Miami find?
Walrus Rodeo in Miami was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Walrus Rodeo in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Walrus Rodeo in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Walrus Rodeo in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Walrus Rodeo in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Walrus Rodeo in Miami operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: La Piazzetta (2019).

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