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MAYAS KITCHEN 305

9706 SW 40 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33165

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 8, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3737764
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13776257
DBPR license2336777

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority4 Intermediate10 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical17 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#11High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above rice and beans at the front counter. **Warning**

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#12High Priority08A-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 stored above raw beef inside the reach in cooler. **Warning**

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#13High Priority29-34-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection next to the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**

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Intermediate 4

#14Intermediate53A-10-4

Intermediate – Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager did not know how to calibrate thermometer. **Warning**

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#15Intermediate16-37-1

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

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#16Intermediate02C-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 rice and beans prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. **Warning**

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#17Intermediate53B-05-5

Intermediate – Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler training for Vanessa L, Yslianet F, Jennifer F, Belize A, Betzabe expired on 5/26. **Warning**

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Basic 10

#1Basic22-20-5

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

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#2Basic36-36-4

Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed at the kitchen area. **Warning**

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#3Basic40-06-5

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored above preparation area. **Warning**

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#4Basic13-07-4

Basic – Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch and bracelet while engaged in food preparation. **Warning**

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#5Basic35B-01-4

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

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#6Basic36-11-4

Basic – Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout the kitchen and front counter area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#7Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer door gasket soiled. **Warning**

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#8Basic16-46-4

Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed an old label on the rice and beans. **Warning**

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#9Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**

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#10Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken stored inside the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**

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Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 9, 2026 12:21 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
2 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

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