Are You Hungry? Grill

12486 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL 33184
American
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Are You Hungry? Grill has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly 13 violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

The city-wide average sits at 74, which Are You Hungry? Grill's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator properly rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed for food employees Alex, Gretel hired for less than 60 days. Discussed and provided to operator in printed form. Operator and employee read and signed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under hand sink at kitchen area.
36-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed shortening stored on kitchen floor. Operator placed 6 inches from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (54F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator since the night before.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef patties inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator rearranged properly the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (54F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator since the night before.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Operator provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
55
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce (124F - Hot Holding); chicken (123F - Hot Holding) on stove. As per operator for approximately 15 minutes. Operator placed products on grill for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 87F at cook line. Operator placed utensils on grill for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed middle door of reach in cooler has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
74
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed caramelized onions (80F - Hot Holding) on flat grill, as per manager for an hour. Manager turned on the grill for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over hot dogs inside reach in cooler. Manager rearranged items by cooking temperatures. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed table cleaner stored on draft beer station. Manager replaced the cleaner on locker. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed Quaternary test
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 towels stored inside hand wash sink. Manager removed the towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up next to hand wash sink.
24-18-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind hand wash sink soiled with grease.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has accumulation of pink mold-like substance at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris. Also oven door handle soiled with grease.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored not segregated inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at kitchen. Observed dish machine in disrepair. As per manager dish machine is not in use.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of reach in cooler door with exposed insulation at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
29
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside to-go bag. Operator discarded the products. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023. Operator renew the license during inspection. Validation #238475302. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over ready to eat sauces at reach in cooler. Also raw beef over hot dogs inside reach in cooler Operator removed the eggs from over the sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by trash can at ware washing area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed under front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside pico de gallo inside reach in cooler. Operator removed de bowl.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris at kitchen. Also oven door handles soiled. Operator cleaned the oven door. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed under sandwich preparation.
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed mayonnaise case, oil, sauce stored on floor next to 3 compartment dink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at kitchen area.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front counter. Operator inverted the items. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cheese not covered stored at reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
35
Mar 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - 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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided form during inspection.
02B-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
78
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ac vents throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers above flat grill not inverted. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Are You Hungry? Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Are You Hungry? Grill on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Are You Hungry? Grill?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Are You Hungry? Grill.

How does Are You Hungry? Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Are You Hungry? Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Are You Hungry? Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Are You Hungry? Grill have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Are You Hungry? Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Are You Hungry? Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Are You Hungry? Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.