Carrot Express in South Miami

Last inspected:

5850 Sunset Dr Ste B, South Miami, FL 33143

Part of: Carrot Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Carrot Express in South Miami has accumulated 68 violations across 11 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Employee health policy and reporting violations have been cited repeatedly, appearing in inspections on July 8, 2025, January 16, 2025, and August 28, 2024. Chemical storage violations and food contact surface violations have also been recurring findings. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. A routine inspection on November 12, 2025 documented 18 violations including four high-priority findings related to management awareness, chemical storage, consumer advisories, food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and employee health reporting, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. A callback inspection on November 13, 2025 found 2 violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections
68Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Carrot Express in South Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.2 violations / inspection 6.2 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

Carrot Express in South Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Carrot Express in South Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2024049700 $160.00 Apr 22, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Carrot Express in South Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

— 6 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection14 violations · 11 high priority
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Carrot Express in South Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carrot Express in South Miami last inspected?
Carrot Express in South Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 13, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Carrot Express in South Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Carrot Express in South Miami are: Premises clean, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Carrot Express in South Miami had?
Carrot Express in South Miami has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Carrot Express in South Miami find?
Carrot Express in South Miami was most recently inspected on November 13, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Carrot Express in South Miami ever been shut down?
No, Carrot Express in South Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
Has Carrot Express in South Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Carrot Express in South Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Carrot Express in South Miami been fined?
Carrot Express in South Miami has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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