A Mari Mix
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
43
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at A Mari Mix, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to eight violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which A Mari Mix's 43 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented one 6lbs can of whole kernel corns. Manager separated from other can goods to get a refund or replacement from vendor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked refried beans, cooked rice, cooked chicken, and cooked ground beef with no date markings. Per manager, they were made on Saturday 02/28/26 **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed corn kernels inside the sink basin of handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets for reach in freezer near dry storage and reach in cooler under prep area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled with food debris on the flooring of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair near stove and exit door and cracked flooring in the kitchen, bar and storage areas. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of the scoop touching the shredded cheese at cold holding unit of prep area. **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in that is under single use items in kitchen. Manager retrieved a thermometer for unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers. Observed old labels on food pans being used inside the walk in cooler. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed for forks, spoons and knives on the counter of prep table across of handwash sink. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen, dry storage area, and bar areas. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filter hoods above stove and door gaskets of reach in coolers and freezers in the kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
43
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic containers with rice and sugar not labeled at preparation area. Manager labeled properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed squeeze bottle with liquid soap not labeled next to front counter handwashing sink . **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at front counter handwashing sink and kitchen area handwashing sink. Provided operator with handwashing sign, printed and posted properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed in use serving small plates not inverted at service table next to reach in freezer in kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk o) cooler.
36-73-4
67
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
17
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can operator moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried.
24-08-4
82
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw pork. Operator moved the raw chicken to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shredded pork (78 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per the manager for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the product to the grill to be reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by garbage can. Operator moved the garbage can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator was provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License was printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensils handle touching the sugar. Operator moved the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in cooler preparation area.
05-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel at preparation table.
21-12-4
50
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was A Mari Mix last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at A Mari Mix on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at A Mari Mix?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at A Mari Mix.
How does A Mari Mix compare to other restaurants in Miami?
A Mari Mix most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has A Mari Mix's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at A Mari Mix have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at A Mari Mix means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is A Mari Mix inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, A Mari Mix is inspected around two times per year on average.
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