Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach
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1127 Ne 163 St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach has averaged 12.8 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2023, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on September 12, 2023 for roach and fly activity. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, including employee health policy violations (cited in at least 5 inspections), handwashing and hand-washing facility violations (appearing in at least 4 inspections), chemical storage violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), and food contact surface violations (documented in at least 8 inspections). The facility received a disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. A Warning was issued on August 12, 2025 following an inspection that documented 27 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, proper cooking temperatures, consumer advisory, and chemical storage. The most recent inspection on August 13, 2025 resulted in Call Back - Complied after 6 violations were identified.
Most recent closure: September 12, 2023 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023051369 | $400.00 | Sep 12, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections51 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 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· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between September 12, 2023 and September 14, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach last inspected?
- Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 13, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach last shut down?
- Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach was last shut down on September 12, 2023 for roach & fly 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 Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach had?
- Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach find?
- Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach was most recently inspected on August 13, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach been fined?
- Merkado 31 in North Miami Beach 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).
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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