Cruzeiro Steak House

7419 Miami Lakes Dr, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Sep 16, 2025

Score

High Risk

Cruzeiro Steak House has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 16, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about six violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Miami Lakes facility scores 74, putting Cruzeiro Steak House on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.

22-12-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (112F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (109F - Hot Holding for less than 4 hours as per operator, located in portable steam table. Operator increased equipment temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone above open lead reach in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jul 11, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Degreaser, Clorox in spray bottle with no label

41-17-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located on front of cook line. Operator cleaned it during inspection.

29-49-6

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.

06-09-1

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensil inside hot water at 84°F, operator placed on top of the stove to increase temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and filter soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed white reach freezer and double door reach in freezer interior soiled.

22-16-4

Mar 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle with no label it.

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling at the bar station.

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the bar station.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover.

23-03-4

Apr 3, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Inside walk in cooler.

51-11-4

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

35B-02-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Croutons container. Operator properly labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Oct 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cruzeiro Steak House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cruzeiro Steak House on file is from Sep 16, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cruzeiro Steak House?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cruzeiro Steak House.

How does Cruzeiro Steak House compare to other restaurants in Miami Lakes?

Cruzeiro Steak House most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Lakes average of 74.

Has Cruzeiro Steak House's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cruzeiro Steak House have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cruzeiro Steak House 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 Cruzeiro Steak House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cruzeiro Steak House is inspected around three times per year on average.

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