MACITAS RESTAURANT

MACITAS RESTAURANT in MIAMI has 13 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 2.0/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

14685 SW 104 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)

Based on 13 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 1/15/2026

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13612590

22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine. **Time Extended**
36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed who floor soiled throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed floor soiled throughout the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed who,e in wall of employee bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed whole in wall of employee bathroom. **Time Extended**
14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station. **Time Extended**
23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
29-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station. **Time Extended**
22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours. **Time Extended**
27-16-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-15: Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/14/2026

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13458356

22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine.
32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom in kitchen area not self closing.
36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sweaters stored above bags of floor in dry storage area. Observed employee personal bag stored on preparation table.
13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee washing dishes with no hair restraint
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed who floor soiled throughout the kitchen area.
35B-08-4:Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky trap above preparation area.
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of beans and bottled drinks stored on floor of dry storage. Also observed buckets of seasoning stored on floor of cook line. Operator removed items from floor.
36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed who,e in wall of employee bathroom. Repeat Violation
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment.
10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in flour, tapioca powder and cornmeal submerge below food. Operator removed and wash per scoops. Corrected On-Site
35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed above server water station.
31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled Repeat Violation
12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink stored in reach in cooler to the left of dry storage area. Operator discarded bottles. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink.
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area.
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of tapioca powder no labeled with common name. Repeat Violation
12A-25-4:High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee proceed to cook after scratching neck and wipe hands on apron. Employee was coached on proper procedure and proceeded to wash hands and change gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over plantains in walk in freezer. Operator had employee remove chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator coached employee of proper storage method. **Correcti **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked eggs (91F - Hot Holding) above steam table across from cook line since the morning
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 hot chocolate (112F - Hot Holding) at server coffee station to the right of television. Observed cooked pork belly (113F - Hot Holding); chorizo (112F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 2 hours. Observed cooked eggs (91F - Hot Holding) above steam table across from cook line.
41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser stored next to beans in dry storage area. Operator removed degreaser from area. Corrected On-Site
12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee at front counter wash hands in three compartment sink. Coached operator on proper procedure.
31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment.
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area.
02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours.
27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks

Inspection Date: 7/11/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13457916

Inspection Date: 7/10/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10892796

22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of rice in dry storage area.
36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in dry storage area above shelf containing assorted drinks.
36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep table across from walk in freezer.
24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean dishes on drying rack.
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of white chest reach in freezer next to dishwasher.
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of sausages stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator stored boxes properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in employee restroom.
10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on soiled tray on top of ice machine.
10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with sugar at prep table in kitchen area.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage racks across from dishes soiled.
21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour and sugar not labeled in dry storage area. Operator labeled containers during inspection. Corrected On-Site
22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Advised operator to set up and utilize three compartment sink until technician fixes the dishwasher.
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding) As per operator for less than two hours.
53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired training for employees Pedro A. And Jairon P.

Inspection Date: 9/9/2024

32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair , bottom missing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair , bottom missing. **Time Extended**
36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage. **Time Extended**
12B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Time Extended**
12B-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table **Time Extended**
36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine. **Time Extended**
23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 1 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 about 7 employees do not have food handler training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: 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 about 7 employees do not have food handler training. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 9/6/2024

32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair , bottom missing. Warning
14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside the flour. Warning
36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage. Repeat Violation Warning
12B-12-5:Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Warning
12B-02-4:Basic - Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table. Warning
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area. Warning
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets with potatoes stored inside the walk in cooler. Employee removed them. Corrected On-Site Warning
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine. Warning
10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on top of the ice machine. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning
12A-25-4:High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched his face and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Warning
01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold Holding) tomato sauce (60 F - Cold Holding); potatoes (68 F - Cold Holding); morcilla (54 F - Cold Holding); ham (57 F - Cold Holding); fish (54 F - Cold Holding); salmon (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler and walk in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night and this morning before noon.. stop sale was issued. Warning
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (48 F - Cold Holding); vegetables (51 F - Cold Holding); cheese (51 F) beef (69 F - ambient); sausage 57 F - Cold Holding); chicken (46 F - ambient); milk (65 F - Cold Holding) tomato sauce (60 F - Cold Holding); potatoes (68 F - Cold Holding); morcilla (54 F - Cold Holding); ham (57 F - Cold Holding); fish (54 F - Cold Holding); salmon (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler and walk in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night and this morning before noon.. stop sale was issued. Warning
03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Obviously empanadas (117 F). As per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee increased the temperature . Warning
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink. Employee provided towel paper. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
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 about 7 employees do not have food handler training. Warning

Inspection Date: 8/12/2024

23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at standing 3 door reach in freezer units.
36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area ceiling tiles with water damage spots.
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at empanada prep area.
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind fixed equipment throughout kitchen. Observed in ware washing area where onions are stored. Operator cleaned onions off floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line utensil's in standing water of 87F.
35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at front counter stored on counter next to microwave. Observed at entrance of kitchen stored on counter where plates are stored. Operator removed both devices to later install in another area. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at cook line soiled with grease build up.
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at prep table at cook line a container of salt not labeled.
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 at cook line a pot of tomato sauce (119F - Hot Holding). As per manager for less than 1 hour. Cook began to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink at cook line. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site
14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station, non food grade paint brush use to dust coffee in espresso holder.
02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler prepared containers of beef, fish, shredded chicken, ground beef and potatoes, as per manager in cooling process for later use not date marked. Operator placed date of preparation onto items. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 3/29/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8445569

22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dry storage area, sandwich station.. Repeat Violation
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair. Observed in the ware washing area, by prep table,empanadas.. Repeat Violation
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed for buckets containing seasonings,dry storage.
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit.
21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed by the prep table,walk in freezer. Corrected On-Site
21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by the prep tables, opposite ware washing area. Corrected On-Site
14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed breads stored in shopping bags, sandwich station. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 1/17/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8591398

36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/12/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8584620

36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven opposite cookline. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
22-49-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: As per operator technician to return,complete repairs. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/4/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8583291

36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area. Warning
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation Warning
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under the cookline, dry storage shelves. Warning
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area. Repeat Violation Warning
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of canned sodas stored on the dry storage floor. Warning
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven opposite cookline. Warning
14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer. Warning
31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for both male and female bathrooms. Warning
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed exterior of 3 door reach in freezer soiled with accumulation of food debris. Corrected On-Site Warning
36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust,walk-in cooler. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust, wall mounted unit by the ware washing area. Repeat Violation Warning
22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at the 3 compartment sink. Corrected On-Site Warning
48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed by the ware washing area,dry storage area. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/19/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8445111

35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer by the ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 7/14/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8358905

22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Corrected On-Site Warning
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation Warning
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed by the ware washing area. Repeat Violation Warning
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer by the ice machine. Warning
21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the prep counter. Corrected On-Site Warning
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven. Warning
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation of food debris ,drawer unit . Warning
36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust,walk in cooler, corrected on site Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Warning
22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm, operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese located in the walk-in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored above precooked pork belly located in the reach in cooler by the entrance to the storage area. Corrected On-Site Warning
53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Carolina A, Carlos A, Jhoana G as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months. Warning

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Phone: (305) 380-9982

Website: https://macitasrestaurants.com/

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Monday:7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday:7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday:7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday:7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday:7:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Saturday:7:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Sunday:8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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