Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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BONFIRE MOFONGO HOUSE AND LOUNGE

1704 NW 7 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33125

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 26, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3736616
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13775109
DBPR license2333450

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedOctober 26, 2026
StatusNo reopening date recorded
Record basisDBPR daily inspection feed

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
6 High Priority5 Intermediate16 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical27 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

27 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 6

#17High Priority08B-27-4

High Priority – Food placed in soiled equipment. Observed cheese and salami stored on top of rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.

#18High Priority35A-02-8

High Priority – Live, small flying insects found. Observed more than 60 flying insects flying around the dishwasher area and landing on clean equipment and preparation tables. Also observed around 10 flying insects flying and landing at the bar area.

#19High Priority41-05-4

High Priority – Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of raid stored on preparation table in the dishwasher area.

#20High Priority35A-09-4

High Priority – Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed more than 20 ants inside the sugar bin. Stop sale was issued.

Stop Sale
#21High Priority08B-01-4

High Priority – Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.

#22High Priority01B-13-4

High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed more than 20 ants inside the sugar bin. Stop sale was issued.

Stop Sale

Intermediate 5

#23Intermediate27-06-4

Intermediate – No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water reached 80°F after water running for about 5 minutes.

#24Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#25Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area.

#26Intermediate22-31-4

Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at the walk in cooler.

#27Intermediate27-16-4

Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water reached 80°F after water running for about 5 minutes.

Basic 16

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

#2Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside the sugar. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#3Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on clean dishes at the 3 compartment sink. Employee discarded it and send all dishes to the dishwasher.

#4Basic13-07-4

Basic – Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a watch and bracelet. Employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#5Basic13-03-4

Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee got a cap. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#6Basic35B-01-4

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

Repeat Violation
#7Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the buffet area.

#8Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the kitchen.

#9Basic10-17-4

Basic – In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#11Basic35B-02-4

Basic – Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed above preparation table by the 3 compartment sink. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#12Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#13Basic14-33-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#14Basic38-04-4

Basic – Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.

#15Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#16Basic02D-01-5

Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar not identified in the dry storage.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 27, 2026 5:48 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
2 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
2 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 27 · Safe water source and hot/cold water under pressure
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
5 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.