Miami Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2025, Miami Restaurant has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Jamaica Plain restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw meat stored above cooked food in refrigerator. Raw eggs stored above ready to eat food. Store raw animal products below cooekd foods and produce.
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Deep pan of sancocho covered with plastic at 90F. Spread out and uncover hot foods to be cooled.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Aluminum foil lining shelves in kitchen. Discard foil and discontinue lining shelves. Use materials that are cleanable and durable.
590.004/4-101.19-C
74
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration shelvings observed soiled cutting board observed stained. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent and attachments observed heavily soiled.Clean to remove. Hood sticker expire: 1.7.26
590.004/4-202.18-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen shelvings observed lined with aluminum foil. Discontinue
590.004/4-101.11-C
86
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Inca.Prince@Boston.
590.006/6-501.112-C
95
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Inca.Prince@Boston.
590.006/6-501.112-C
95
May 20, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken stew 55F shredded chicken 58F goat stew 55F prepped 5/17 stored in the refrigerator unit. PIC voluntarily discard all foods. PIC to train staff on temperature monotoring.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: 1lbs of potato salada made 5/17/25 stored in house model refrigerator unit observed spoiled. PIC voluntarily discard the product.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Warewashing equipment determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide accurate testing strips. Provide Inspector test strip was used .
590.004/4-501.116-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control or any managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Bar handsinks observed without soap. Provide and maintain (corrected on site)
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: CFPM to provide active managerial control. PIC to train staff on P's and PF's violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Exterior and interior of house model refrigerator observed soiled from visible foodspills and hand prints interior of 2 door refrigerator unit observed soiled (debris accumulation on shelvings). Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Bar handsink observed blocked by spoon. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Basement floor observed soiled from loose debris and in need of organizing. Clean and organize Observed carbdoard lining basement floor. Discontinue
590.006/6-201.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dry dead mice observed on the trap. Clean to remove. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov
590.006/6-501.112-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple trays of foods stored in the freezer unit observed without cover. Provide cover before storing to prevent contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen handsink paper towel dispenser and soap dispenser observed soiled from dry foods and visible foods spills. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main cutting board observed heavily scored and burnt.Clean to remove
590.004/4-501.12-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door refrigerator shelvings observed rusty . Repair
590.004/4-101.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Storage bin observed without labels squeeze bottles observed with worn lables (relabel). Provide label when removedf from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door refrigerator unit and house model refrigerator unit temperature observed fluctuating between 39F-48F. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent system observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expire July 8 2025
590.004/4-202.18-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Miami Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Miami Restaurant on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Miami Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Miami Restaurant.
How does Miami Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Miami Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Miami Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Miami Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Miami Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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