Burdo & Criminal
Last inspected: Aug 7, 2025
58
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Burdo & Criminal, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Burdo & Criminal trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw tuna offered in the menu not identified as a raw. Manager mark the menu with a pen. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled at mop sink area.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed three employees beverages containers stored above clean plates by dry storage area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed by exit door bar area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under red table at prep table.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket at mop sink.
42-01-4
58
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over frozen vegetables bags at reach in freezer at kitchen. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 pork at walk in cooler. Employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at bar area used as a dump sink. Observed a knife stored at hand sink preparation area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed employee cutting raw meats on prep table near hand sink at preparation area.
08B-54-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container stored near storage dry area not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at front bar area near coffee machine.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plastic containers not inverted at storage dry area. Observed clean containers stored at ware washing area not inverted. Employee inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees while preparing food.
13-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers at ware washing area.
16-46-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
25-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at ambient temperature on preparation sink. Operator turned on cold water to thawed properly. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
33
Jun 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese inside Walk in cooler Operator stored the products correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside men's restrooms.
31B-04-4
74
Feb 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2022 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 3 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at the bar area. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
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 scoop not stored with handle above top of the flour. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the front counter. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Also hood filters soiled at the taco station. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
22-47-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing kitchen utensils at the Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator sets up triple sink at the time of the inspection.
22-45-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
22-41-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at thefront bar.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the front bar.
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 plastic containers with oil stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored between the sink and the wall. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
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 scoop touching flour. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar front counter. Operator placed them at the back. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burdo & Criminal last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burdo & Criminal on file is from Aug 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burdo & Criminal?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burdo & Criminal.
How does Burdo & Criminal compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Burdo & Criminal most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Burdo & Criminal's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burdo & Criminal have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Burdo & Criminal 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 Burdo & Criminal inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burdo & Criminal is inspected around two times per year on average.
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