Fat Boy Ricks

14395 Sw 139 Ct, Miami, FL 33186

American

Last inspected: Jun 3, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Fat Boy Ricks stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 3, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored above sliced cheese inside reach in cooler, employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mushrooms and cooked onions not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

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.

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor, employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed on unit next to front entrance.

05-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit across register.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on unit next to front entrance.

22-16-4

Nov 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Mar 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 15, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs containing cooking oil stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed togo food containers stored on floor **Corrected On-Site**

25-17-4

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. As per operator both employees are to be trained as food managers, Ernesto H, Ricardo A. both working at the establishment for more than two months. Warning** **Warning**

53A-01-7

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. **Warning**

50-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Boy Ricks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fat Boy Ricks on file is from Jun 3, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fat Boy Ricks?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fat Boy Ricks.

How does Fat Boy Ricks compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Fat Boy Ricks most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Fat Boy Ricks' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fat Boy Ricks have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fat Boy Ricks 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 Fat Boy Ricks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Boy Ricks is inspected around two times per year on average.

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