Carrot Express
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
25
Score
Carrot Express has been inspected seven times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 3, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately compared to roughly 10 violations before.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter present with no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed at Bain Marie diced breast (112F - Reheating); brown rice (98F - Reheating). As per operator for 1.5 hours. Operator increased to begin reheating.
03E-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at cook line reach in cooler raw chicken strips stored over precooked turkey burgers. Chef removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at walk in cooler raw shelled eggs stored over avocados. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed prep line soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed for hand sink across from walk in cooler blocked by storage cart.
31A-09-4
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/ Observed 4 employees present engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present. Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at front counter prep table, fruit salad bowls not stored inverted or covered.
24-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at front counter prep table ice scoop stored in counter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on fryer basket handle at fryer.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line spatulas stored in standing water of 86F.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled with food crumbs.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers at dryer rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler at prep line containers of chicken wraps and dressed kale salad stored uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Observed no available at front counter hand sink.
33-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at dish machine area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
25
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter present with no vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles of windex stored next to packages of cinnamon, oats and cacao powder at front counter lower shelf. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at breakfast prep cooler pooled egg whiles (52F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 1 hour from walk in cooler. Advised operator to move to bottoms cooler or place ice bags to rapid cool.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed for gallon of milk at smoothie station, as per employee from the day before.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at kitchen prep area hand sink used as dump sink with food remnants inside. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit available for chlorine sanitizer at dish machine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink at end of cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at rear of kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at dry storage area in container of rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind cooling and table equipment throughout establishment.
36-73-4
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 in containers throughout kitchen of oat and nut topping at smoothie station.
10-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler observed container of breaded raw chicken stored uncovered. Operator placed cover. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at dish machine area.
36-27-5
32
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at back prep kitchen hand sink used as a dump sink with food remnants present. Manager removed and cleaned food residue. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at front counter self serve cooler parfaits not date marked. As per manager were placed the day before.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed lid broken.
32-12-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. Observed stored on fry basket handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in a container of brown rice at reach in cooler at prep line. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a container of poke tuna thawing at room temperature at dish washing area. Manager placed into walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at front counter area stored under dump sink. Manager removed and stored onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 3 sealed packages of frozen poke tuna thawing. Operator cut open packaging and placed in walk in cooler to thaw. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
61
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler located at front prep area at entrance of front counter, raw tuna cubes (49F - Cold Holding); cut salmon pieces (47F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding); as per manager it came from walk in cooler and placed in reach cooler over 3 hours ago. Recommended manager to place items on ice to rapid cool. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-15: At time of call I inspection observed at reach in cooler located at front prep area at entrance of front counter, raw tuna cubes (48F - Cold Holding); cut salmon pieces (47F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (50F - Cold Holding) **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-15: At time of callback inspection drain plug still missing. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink at entrance of front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-15: At time of callback inspection still observed leaking from pipe at hand sink at entrance of front counter. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at the end of prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-15: At time of callback inspection cutting still no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
74
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler located at front prep area at entrance of front counter, raw tuna cubes (49F - Cold Holding); cut salmon pieces (47F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding); as per manager it came from walk in cooler and placed in reach cooler over 3 hours ago. Recommended manager to place items on ice to rapid cool. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed stored on top of oven at front prep area, falafel (80F - Hot Holding), as per manager was made less than 2 hours ago. Advised manager to reheat item to 165F. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw chicken then proceeded to touch ovens door handle to place chicken inside without removing contaminated gloves. Advised employee to remove gloves, sanitize oven door handle and wash hands. Provided operator with proper hand washing handout. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager did not know how to calibrate thermometer. Coached manager on proper steps to calibrating a thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink next to ice bin at rear of kitchen. **Warning**
31B-06-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at reach in cooler below grill/oven. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at the end of prep table. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed both microwaves at prep area soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice bin at rear of kitchen. Operator removed and stored upright into ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed about 10 packages of mahi mahi in walk in cooler not cut open to thaw. Operator began to cut open packages. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler a box containing broccoli stored on floor. Operator removed and stored on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink at entrance of front counter. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout prep area of front kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
29
Oct 5, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler and some drawers reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carrot Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carrot Express on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carrot Express?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carrot Express.
How does Carrot Express compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Carrot Express most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Carrot Express' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Carrot Express have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Carrot Express 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 Carrot Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carrot Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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