Empire Food Boat

2912 Nw 17 Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Other

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Empire Food Boat has been inspected four times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Empire Food Boat's latest score of 100 sits above the Miami average of 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of probe thermometer calibration procedures. Discussed with person in charge and provided calibration hand out.

53A-14-4

Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed drain boards utilized as storage shelves. Discussed with operator.

16-04-4

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. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted on drain boards.

25-06-4

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

50-03-4

Aug 10, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

16-37-1

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empire Food Boat last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Empire Food Boat on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Empire Food Boat compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Empire Food Boat most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Empire Food Boat's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Empire Food Boat have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Empire Food Boat 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 Empire Food Boat inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Empire Food Boat is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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