C R Distribution Center

5534 Nw 72 Ave, Miami, FL 33166

Other

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at C R Distribution Center stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over onions inside Walk in cooler. Operator stored foods as per safety storage guidelines. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade soiled. Operator sent blade to be washed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chlorine unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Aug 1, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen.

36-22-4

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef over chimichurri sauce containers inside Walk in cooler. Operator stored food properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table in kitchen.

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers under prep table in kitchen. Operator stored containers for properly air-drying. **Corrected On-Site**

24-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed Walk in freezer inside production area.

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Observed inside Walk in cooler.

36-62-4

Aug 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Mar 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 27, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover inside kitchen.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled by three compartment sink. Employee labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water throughout kitchen.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside Walk in freezer.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in Walk-in freezer. Observed in both Walk in freezers.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Employee removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking water from roof over hallway between office and kitchen.

29-11-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen.

21-12-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was C R Distribution Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at C R Distribution Center on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at C R Distribution Center?

Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at C R Distribution Center.

How does C R Distribution Center compare to other restaurants in Miami?

C R Distribution Center most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has C R Distribution Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at C R Distribution Center have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at C R Distribution Center 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 C R Distribution Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, C R Distribution Center is inspected around two times per year on average.

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