El Sabor De La Abuela

860 Ne 79 St Ste B, Miami, FL 33138

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, El Sabor De La Abuela has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Nov 3, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so El Sabor De La Abuela is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager no knowledge how to calibrate a thermometer.

53A-14-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor under three compartment sink.

08B-38-4

Apr 2, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations.

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Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided form by email.

11-07-5

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager no knowledge how to calibrate a thermometer. Coached manager and Provided form by email.

53A-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a wood panel used as a table on front hand sink.

31A-09-4

Jun 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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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.

11-27-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Jun 19, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Sabor De La Abuela last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Sabor De La Abuela on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does El Sabor De La Abuela compare to other restaurants in Miami?

El Sabor De La Abuela most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has El Sabor De La Abuela's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Sabor De La Abuela have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Sabor De La Abuela means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is El Sabor De La Abuela inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Sabor De La Abuela is inspected around two times per year on average.

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