MDIST

MDIST maintains a 2.6/5 food safety rating based on 5 health department inspections in CUTLER BAY. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

18901 South Dixie Highway
Florida, 33157
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/3/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10916737

  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed salmon and mahi at reach in cooler at front counter thawed in original ROP packing.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of oil stored on the floor next to front counter.
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between reach in cooler and counter across from grill. Manager removed item. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak in drawer of reach in cooler at cook line stored over pre cooked frozen vegetables.
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially processed salmon and mahi at reach in cooler at front counter thawed in original ROP packing.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Employee provided soap. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 3/17/2025

  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink not dispensing cold water, knob in disrepair next to three compartment sink.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ready to eat food pico de gallo at reach in cooler next to coffee machine not covered.
  • 01B-14-4:High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed one broken eggs at working station at front line.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a case of food on handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Employee removed item from sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips.

Inspection Date: 12/18/2024

  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed magi, salmon, tuna, snapper portions thawing in commercially sealed ROP packaging, product still frozen to the touch. Manager was coached on proper thawing procedures for ROP seafood. Manager cut bags open. Corrected On-Site
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed not hand washing sign available at both handwashing sink at the establishment.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (left inside oven for more than 4 hours) manager discarded the product.
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (left inside oven for more than 4 hours) manager discarded the product.
  • 11-01-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Observed establishment lacking of employees health reporting agreement, as well employees lacking ok knowledge as to report the person in charge. Manager was provided with form.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels available at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap available at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handling employee Yulia Gomez and not proof of food handling certificate.

Inspection Date: 3/19/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8631719

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 3/13/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8454551

  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. During the Licensing inspection observed a Hand Sink missing next to the three compartment sink at kitchen area. Hand sink is listed on the Plans submitted. Warning
  • 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator printed and posted poster on site. Corrected On-Site Warning