Dano's
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Dano's eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 23, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Equipment in poor repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Dano's trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink in prep area used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed butter cold held 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter was located on prep table in kitchen area. Per manager butter had only been out for 1 hour prior to start of inspection. Advised manager that food shall be maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less for cold holding. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler(prep area). Advised manager and he rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between wall and 3 compartment sink. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in empanada prep area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
55
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed card board lining top on freezer door. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of food debris. Manager instructed to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in kitchen/ food preparation area, missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Advised manager and he instructed employee to wash. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
74
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top on cut tomatoes. Located in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. Called plan review, no plans on file. Advised manager that he must submit plans. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oranges on floor in newly added dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in prep area. **Warning**
38-07-4
58
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of bread. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. Called plan review, no plans on file. Advised manager that he must submit plans. Provided plan review application and information. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage area. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout cups and containers being stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area and cases of sodas being stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
58
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
78
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce being stored at ambient temperature of 77°F. Located on prep table. As per manager sauce has only been out for about an hour. Manager moved to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water being stored on floor behind front counter and case being stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in storage area.
38-07-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dano's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dano's on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dano's?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dano's.
How does Dano's compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Dano's most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Dano's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dano's have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dano's 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 Dano's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dano's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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