How many inspections has Aldi in Palmetto Bay had?

Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Aldi in Palmetto Bay find?

Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 6, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has Aldi in Palmetto Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Aldi in Palmetto Bay

Name: Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: October 6, 2025

15033 S Dixie Hwy, Palmetto Bay, FL 33176

Miami-Dade County · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft · FDACS
Owner: Aldi Florida LLC (af2)
FDACS Estab #: 368807

Part of: Aldi Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay had three inspections on record between April 2023 and October 2025. A focused inspection in April 2023 documented six violations, including a priority-level cross-contamination issue in which raw chicken was stored on top of cheese, raw shell eggs above light cream and milk, and raw salmon above ready-to-eat vegetables. All items were corrected on site during the inspection. An intermediate-level violation cited the person in charge for inability to answer employee health policy questions; the facility was provided with employee health guidelines and a reporting agreement. A follow-up focused inspection in May 2024 addressed the prior employee health concerns, with the person in charge receiving guidance during the visit. The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025 was a focused USDA Cool Audit with no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.

6Violations

Last inspected FDACS: October 6, 2025

Aldi in Palmetto Bay: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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.

2025 — 1 inspection

Oct 6, 2025 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: JULIO AZPURUA, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: FERNANDA MEJIA

Comments: Conducted USDA Cool Audit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 1 inspection

May 14, 2024 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: FERNANDA MEJIA

Comments: The issue described regarding Request# 5113799 was addressed with the person in charge during the visit Visited the establishment to follow up on Request# 5113799.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection

Apr 18, 2023 — Met Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: KEVIN WORSTER, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP

Retail: Raw chicken stored on top of cheese, raw shell eggs stored above light cream and milk, raw salmon stored on top of ready to eat vegetables. COS: All items above were returned to proper storage, x Print Date: 4/18/2023 Page 1 of 3

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf

Manager could not answer the employee health related questions. The employee health policy was discussed and sent via email. o

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: Back door has gaps at bottom juncture. o

6-501.12 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

Walk-in Cooler and Freezer: Freezer floors has ice, garbage, and old food scattered around it. Cooler condenser and fan guards has a built up of duct and a mold like substance. o

6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16

Backroom: Mop nit hung to dry. o

99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.

2023 food permit not displayed. All fees are paid up to date. o

Aldi in Palmetto Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aldi in Palmetto Bay last inspected?: Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 6, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Aldi in Palmetto Bay had?: Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Aldi in Palmetto Bay find?: Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 6, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Aldi in Palmetto Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Aldi in Palmetto Bay?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Aldi #18 in Palmetto Bay are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) 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.