South Miami Heights, Miami-Dade County

EL MIO

12362 QUAIL ROOST DR, South Miami Heights, FL 33177

FoodSeating
Latest violations
5
1 Intermediate
Feb 20, 2026
City
South Miami Heights
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
19

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Feb 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

31A-09-4

Detail 24384070

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed foil containers store inside hand wash sink kitchen. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-32-5

Detail 24384074

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen.

24-05-4

Detail 24384072

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pans not inverted located near stove kitchen. Operator inverted during inspection. Corrected On-Site

35B-01-4

Detail 24384071

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. The operator fixed the bottom but the right and left side still has a separation.

21-38-4

Detail 24384073

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

14-69-4

Detail 24293004

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer. Coached manager. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-12: During callback inspection observed ice buildup at walk in freezer. Time Extended

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 11

12A-09-4

Detail 24291293

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washed hands with gloves on and proceeded to engage in packing food. Coached manager. Admin Complaint

31A-09-4

Detail 24291297

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by metal container. Employee removed metal container. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint

31A-11-4

Detail 24291289

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed red sanitizer bucket stored inside of the handwashing sink. Manager removed bucket. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint

12B-07-4

Detail 24291291

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open water bottle stored on preparation table near the cook line. Operator removed water bottle. Corrected On-Site Warning

13-04-4

Detail 24291292

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager preparing food with no beard guard. Coached manger. Warning

13-03-4

Detail 24291294

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager preparing food with no hair restraint. Coached manager. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24291287

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 cases of ham stored on floor at walk in freezer. Observed 1 case of English muffin stored on floor at walk in freezer. Observed 3 cases of oil store on floor at cook line. Coached manager. Manager stored products properly. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24291290

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer. Coached manager. Repeat Violation Warning

35B-02-4

Detail 24291295

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper stored on top of hot Holding unit. Manager removed bug zapper. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-08-4

Detail 24291288

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with old food debris. Coached manager. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 24291296

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of napkins and plastic cups store on floor near dry storage racks. Coached manger. Warning

Oct 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 4Total: 4

14-11-5

Detail 24098653

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn located in front of the cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: During callback inspection observed reach in cooler gasket torn located in front of the cook line. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24098652

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed reach floor tiles located in front of the reach in freezer in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: During callback inspection observed floor tiles located in front of the reach in freezer in disrepair. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24098651

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer located next can produce shelves. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: During callback inspection observed ice buildup at reach in freezer located next to can produce shelves. Time Extended

33-16-4

Detail 24098650

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: During callback inspection observed dumpster lid open. Time Extended

Oct 7, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 11

41-10-4

Detail 24094116

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed detox pills stored on preparation table. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 24094110

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink located next to the three compartment sink. Warning

35A-06-4

Detail 24094113

Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 8 dead flies on bug zapper located on top of mayonnaise shelves. Operator removed the device and cleaned the dead insects on site. Corrected On-Site Warning

24-05-4

Detail 24094111

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pot not inverted on storage area located next to the bathroom. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24094112

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn located in front of the cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 24094115

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning

36-17-5

Detail 24094117

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed reach floor tiles located in front of the reach in freezer in disrepair. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24094114

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer located next can produce shelves. Repeat Violation Warning

40-01-4

Detail 24094107

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee personal phones stored on preparation table. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 24094109

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

42-01-4

Detail 24094108

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

Jun 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

14-11-5

Detail 23816671

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.

35B-01-4

Detail 23816669

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

14-69-4

Detail 23816672

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside the reach in freezer located next to the kitchen. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 23816670

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Feb 19, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-02-5

Detail 23567202

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Admin Complaint

Dec 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

53B-02-5

Detail 23446829

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 23446834

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed food employee Angela no proof of employee health agreement. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed food employee reporting agreement for Angela no provided. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23446833

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tile near three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed hole in floor tile near three compartment sink. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 23446832

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer chest in back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed in reach in freezer chest in back of kitchen. Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 23446830

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with old food debris. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed oven interior soiled with old food debris. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23446831

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with old food debris and grease throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: Observed wall soiled with old food debris and grease throughout kitchen. Time Extended

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 7Intermediate: 8Basic: 9Total: 24

03D-01-5

Detail 23431413

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Cooked Carrots (108F - Cooling) inside closed container at reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator, product prepared more than 2 hours prior. Operator reheated product to 207F. Corrected On-Site Warning

12A-16-4

Detail 23431409

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Admin Complaint

35A-02-6

Detail 23431416

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed more than 40 flying insects flying in air and landing on clean cooking pot near three compartment sink next to the fryer in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 flying insects flying around and landing on unwashed tomatoes on preparation table. Warning

28-14-5

Detail 23431419

High Priority - Observed mop sink removed. As per operator, mop water is discarded on ground outside. Warning

41-05-4

Detail 23431407

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid stored in shelf in bathroom. Warning

08A-20-5

Detail 23431405

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggs stored over cooked carrots in reach in cooler at cook line. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-17-5

Detail 23431410

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of milk missing date marking at reach in cooler at cook line. Operator unable to determine date product opened. Warning

02C-03-5

Detail 23431406

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of milk missing date marking at reach in cooler at cook line. Operator unable to determine date product opened. Warning

03D-15-4

Detail 23431411

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed Cooked Carrots (108F - Cooling) inside closed container at reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator, product prepared more than 2 hours prior. Operator reheated product to 207F. Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 23431414

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris. Observed cutting boards with stains stored underneath preparation table near dry storage shelves. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

31A-04-4

Detail 23431421

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed on approved plans hand sink near three compartment sink. Observed hand sink was removed. Admin Complaint

16-37-1

Detail 23431408

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

05-08-4

Detail 23431401

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

53B-02-5

Detail 23431400

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Angela hired more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 23431412

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed food employee Angela no proof of employee health agreement. Warning

24-26-4

Detail 23431398

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cooking pot stored on floor near fryer and 3 compartment sink. Warning

08B-49-4

Detail 23431417

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in reach in cooler near milk and cooked carrots. Admin Complaint

36-17-5

Detail 23431420

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tile near three compartment sink. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 23431403

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer chest in back of kitchen. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 23431404

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with old food debris. Admin Complaint

29-27-4

Detail 23431418

Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from establishment. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 23431415

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and containers stored on floor in back of kitchen near exit door. Observed clean pot stored on floor near three compartment sink. Warning

25-06-4

Detail 23431399

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed spoons in bucket not inverted on preparation table. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 23431402

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with old food debris and grease throughout kitchen. Warning

Sep 5, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

22-02-4

Detail 23122862

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator took can opener to dishwashing station.

14-09-4

Detail 23122863

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Operator replaced the cutting board for a new one. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 23122861

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on a hat. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 23122860

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line. Operator placed bucket with utensils on stove. Corrected On-Site

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

31B-05-4

Detail 22830688

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator placed a roll by hand wash sink. Dispenser will have batteries replaced today. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 22830689

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container with cooked rice cooked on 04-23-20 not labeled. Operator placed dated label. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 22830690

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water on prep table. Operator placed bucket with utensils on stove. Corrected On-Site

Dec 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

31A-11-4

Detail 22497228

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand sink. Person in charge removed utensils to shelf. Corrected On-Site

24-05-4

Detail 22497231

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots not inverted at storage area exposed to dust. Person in charge remove them and placed pots upside down. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 22497229

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed five boxes with tomatoes ( arrived this morning)stored on floor. Person in charge removed boxes to shelf. Corrected On-Site

10-08-5

Detail 22497232

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop and placed it in holder. Corrected On-Site

16-46-4

Detail 22497230

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels in clean food containers. Person in charge scratched them and storage the containers on shelf. Corrected On-Site

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

24-05-4

Detail 22225481

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots not inverted. Operator stored pots on shelves. Corrected On-Site

10-08-5

Detail 22225479

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator replaced scoop and placed on shelf.. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 22225480

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed utensils from container. Corrected On-Site

14-06-4

Detail 22225478

Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Prep table at kitchen.

May 10, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

21-05-5

Detail 21985740

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. At kitchen, employee removed the cloth.

13-03-4

Detail 21985738

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at kitchen. Employee put the hair restraint Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 21985737

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water at cook line less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed bucket with utensils on stove. Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 21985739

Basic - Stored food not covered. Mashed potatoes at reach in cooler at storage room. Operator placed plastic on container. Corrected On-Site

Dec 20, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

24-05-4

Detail 21650783

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots not inverted. Operator removed the pots and placed them on shelves.

14-09-4

Detail 21650781

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

10-08-5

Detail 21650784

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Employee placed scoop for ice inside container. Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 21650782

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed towel.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site

Aug 15, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

10-07-4

Detail 21275200

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed bucket with utensils on stove. Temperature for utensils reached 155°F. Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 21275202

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed towel.Corrected On-Site** Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 21275201

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed chicken stew at reach in cooler at kitchen cooked from last Saturday ( according to operator) without label. Temperature taking for cold holding 38°F. Corrected On-Site

May 10, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

24-05-4

Detail 21074449

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans inverted at kitchen. Operator placed pots and pans on shelves. Corrected On-Site

14-09-4

Detail 21074448

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

10-08-5

Detail 21074446

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator placed the ice scoop inside holder. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 21074447

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator set up sanitizer bucket for towels. ** Corrected On-Site

Dec 8, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

14-05-4

Detail 20710364

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. operator removed cardboard and discarded it. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 20710365

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at storage room a bag with onions on floor.According to operator the merchandise was delivered this morning. The item was placed on shelf at the storage room. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 20710366

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.operator placed the bucket with utensils on the stove in order to reach the right temperature of 135° F. Corrected On-Site

Jul 22, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 4

05-07-4

Detail 20367685

Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.operator calibrated the thermometer while the inspection was conducted. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 20367682

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored at hand sink located at cook line.operator removed container from hand sink. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 20367684

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag with rice stored at kitchen's floor. Operator placed bag on storage shelves. Corrected On-Site

10-08-5

Detail 20367683

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. chef placed ice scoop in scoop holder. Corrected On-Site