Don Burrito
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
47
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Don Burrito, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 8, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to five violations per visit.
“Equipment in poor repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Don Burrito's latest score of 47 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of sliced cheese inside reach in cooler.
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced carrots inside reach in cooler in back prep area.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tamales stored inside non food grade bag in reach in cooler next to white chest freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed all employee training certificates missing date of birth. **Repeat Violation**
53B-10-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf inside drink reach in cooler in kitchen.
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed grill reach in cooler drawers in disrepair at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
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 scoop stored inside container of dry beans with handle in contact with food. Operator properly placed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in freezer in dish area with exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
47
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed all employee training missing date of birth.
53B-10-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of reach in freezer with exposed insulation in back dish area. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dish machine doors soiled.
16-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair in back dish area.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board in back prep area. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
70
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for all employees (Jesus, Benito, Pedro, Angel, Samuel, Nancy, Jose, Teresa, Robin) on 12/21/24
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand sink next to ice machine.
27-16-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine near dish area. Operator properly placed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in freezer door with exposed insulation in back near white chest freezer.
14-36-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature inside triple sink. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at hand sink in front kitchen area.
29-11-4
67
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at preparation area,
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in chest-in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed one door standing reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
86
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over jalapeños peppers in reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed them properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over sour cream in reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Operator removed items and, placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, located at prep area. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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 with operator and provided email handout. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at prep area. Operator provided a new paper towel roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Discussed with operator and provided email form.
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, located at prep area.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at preparation area.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted, located at cooking line. Employee removed them and , placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles with oils and sauces with no labels, located at cooking line.
02D-01-5
27
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Corrected action taken , inspector discussed with manager proper hand washing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-05-4
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. Opened container milk held over 24 hrs not date marked .
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand wash sink blocked mop bucket, corrected, employee moved bucket during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee hand wash sign at employee hand wash sink in dish area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Two containers of raw beef thawing out on counter .
06-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door hand on cooks line .
10-20-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drinks stored on food prep table, corrected, employee moved drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine with old debris.
16-21-4
52
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: At time of the callback inspection it's still observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: At time of the callback inspection still observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Don Burrito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Don Burrito on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Don Burrito?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Don Burrito.
How does Don Burrito compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Don Burrito most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Don Burrito's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Don Burrito have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Don Burrito 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 Don Burrito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Don Burrito is inspected around three times per year on average.
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