MOJITOS CUBAN CUISINE
8000 SW 8TH STREET · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33144
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
19 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on rack above prep table: pork skin in oil (60F – ambient) . As per operator, skin is removed from cooked pork and fried for service as garnish. Pork has been on counter for 3 days prior to inspection.
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on rack above prep table: pork skin in oil (60F – ambient) . As per operator, skin is removed from cooked pork and fried for service as garnish. Pork has been on counter for 3 days prior to inspection.
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on rack next to handsink at kitchen entrance above plates used for food for customers.
Intermediate 5
11-27-4Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit on site. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aprons stored in handsink at warewash area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
53B-05-5Intermediate – 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 all employees with expired food handler training11/24. As per manager, appointment set up for them to be renewed.
41-17-4Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle next to handsink where chemicals are stored with no label. Operator wrote down name during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 11
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents above rack with chemicals next to handsink. As per operator; tech is coming to replace. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-74-7Basic – Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed cold unit across cook line with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods stored above: cut tomato (50F – Cooling); cut lettuce (55F – Cooling); pico de gallo (55F – Cooling) .Items were placed on heavy ice for rapid chill. As per operator, food has been there less than 3 hours prior to inspection.
06-09-1Basic – 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 Mahi filets thawing in ROP in standing water. Operator placed under running water and cut open packages and fish is fully cooked. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at line across steam table: 80F. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven handles across steam table.
33-11-4Basic – Missing drain plug at dumpster.
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers throughout kitchen.
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Mahi filets thawing in standing water of 43F. Operator placed under running water.
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler rust on surface of shelves.
02D-01-5Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers with no label, operator named. **Corrected On-Site**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 12:17 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.