Creative Tastes Catering
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
50
Score
Creative Tastes Catering appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2023. On May 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Creative Tastes Catering's 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 3 flies on preparation. table across from hand wash sink. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a watch. Employee removed watch during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior gap at garage door of storage area. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster on nonabsorbent surface at back alley area. **Warning**
33-23-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer to the right of cook line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease and dust accumulation on floor fans at preparation area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in shelves of walk in cooler rust throughout. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with accumulation of dust behind reach in freezer. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed black mold like substance at three compartment sink to the left of cook line. **Warning**
16-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle scoop of container with flour across from cook line. Operator removed during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vent above cook line. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on preparation table across from reach in cooler. Operator stored phone during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
50
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee dayquil and Vicks vaporub in dry storage shelf. Operator removed from shelf **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed three spray bottles containing bleach fabuloso without label below dish wash machine. Operator directed employee to label bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared lasagna and pasta in freezer unit without date marking, as per operator more than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in rice and flour containers under preparation area. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink container in dry storage shelf across from cook line. Operator removed personal drink container from shelf
12B-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go containers stored on floor next to three compartment sink. Operator placed item six inches from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
58
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked lasagna (45F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler , as per operator less than 1 hour. Also observed chicken broth sauce (63F - Cold Holding) on preparation table at cook line, as per operator less than 30 minutes, operator moved sauce to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed chickpeas and sauerkraut dented cans on rack by cook line, operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to dishwasher machine, operator restocked during inspection date. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed on 3 compartment sink by cook line.
16-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on rice container at kitchen area, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on ceiling vents throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on green cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cup on preparation table across cook line, operator removed during inspection. Also observed personal phone on preparation table by reach in coolers area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line under tables.
36-01-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed rice container not covered on rack next to three compartment sink, operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
47
Jun 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.. observe chlorine sanitizer dishwasher at 0 ppm
22-41-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At chest freezer unit located next kitchen entrance from the office.
14-69-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cook line stove and grill station.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents/ Returns dusted and soiled all throughout kitchen preparation area.
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over water heater unit at kitchen corner.
36-32-5
70
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon stored with vegetables and over ready to eat food at reach in freezer. Operator moved the raw salmon to another reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink preparation area. The soap was provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The mop was hung up. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulation of black mold like substance behind the dishwasher machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover at shelf under preparation table located in front of the dishwasher machine.
14-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the utensil handle stored on the couscous pasta. Operator removed the utensil. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not stored inverted at shelf under preparation table. Operator inverted the pots. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25 ppm). Operator added chlorine to get Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50 ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
58
Jun 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over pasteurized liquid eggs. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine > 200 ppm) under preparation table. Operator added water to get 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator cleaned the can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by rack. Operator moved the rack. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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 new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement. Employee signed the form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean containers not stored inverted under preparation table. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance behind dishwasher area.
36-27-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located at the entrance of preparation area..
14-69-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed two tiles in disrepair next to standing reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
45
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed two tiles in disrepair at the front of reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-11: Observed two tiles in disrepair at the front of reach-in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
95
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm). Chef made a new solution for bucket Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler, raw smoked salmon stored over cooked chicken breast. Chef removed chicken and placed on separate rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink was blocked by preparation table. Employee moved table for access. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Dayana and Yenisey were hired about 5 months ago no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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 two employees present hired about 5 months ago no proof of food employees reporting agreement. The manager printed the form and employees read it and signed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in reach in cooler, gallons of milk and personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Chef placed items in employee only labeled container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager provided hair restraints and employees placed over hair. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed two tiles in disrepair at the front of reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
47
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a tile in disrepair next to reach in freezer by the door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a tile in disrepair next to reach in freezer by the door. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
95
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Creative Tastes Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Creative Tastes Catering on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Creative Tastes Catering?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Creative Tastes Catering.
How does Creative Tastes Catering compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Creative Tastes Catering most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Creative Tastes Catering's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Creative Tastes Catering have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Creative Tastes Catering 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 Creative Tastes Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Creative Tastes Catering is inspected around four times per year on average.
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