Carrot Express
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Carrot Express, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.
Carrot Express' latest score of 82 sits above the Aventura average of 76. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Observed avocados not washed prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
82
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer (make table). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer (make table). **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
82
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of cut greens. Advised manager and he removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-86-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep/warewash area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer (make table). **Warning**
14-69-4
50
Oct 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Oct 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open and servicing about 5 customers and staff prepping food at time of attempted licensing inspection. Conducted inspection however I could not provide temporary license due to plans not matching current layout of establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open and servicing about 5 customers and staff prepping food at time of attempted licensing inspection. Conducted inspection however I could not provide temporary license due to plans not matching current layout of establishment. **Warning** **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed no handwash sink for employees in warewash area. According to approved plans sink was to be installed next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Observed hand washing sink added on counter top across from 3 compartment sink. No water provided at sink. **Time Extended**
31A-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Sep 25, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee prepping raw mahi then changed gloves without washing and sanitizing hands. **Warning**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open and servicing about 5 customers and staff prepping food at time of attempted licensing inspection. Conducted inspection however I could not provide temporary license due to plans not matching current layout of establishment. **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed no handwash sink for employees in warewash area. According to approved plans sink was to be installed next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31A-12-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee not washing carrots prior to prepping and panning. **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carrot Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carrot Express on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carrot Express?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Carrot Express.
How does Carrot Express compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Carrot Express most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Carrot Express' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carrot Express have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Carrot Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Carrot Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carrot Express is inspected around four times per year on average.
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