Fat Busters
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Fat Busters has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed small plastic container inside hand sink at prep area. Operator removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at kitchen area.
22-16-4
86
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small bowl inside cheese container inside reach in cooler. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
95
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed inside reach cooler next to kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
90
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves next to triple sink.
22-31-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer door top interior in disrepair. Also observed oven door handle in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
74
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-19: Observed Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-19: Observed Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer at kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked quinoa (125F - Hot Holding); cooked turkey (125F - Hot Holding); rice with beans (120F - Hot Holding); turkey meatballs (120F - Hot Holding); mashed sweet potato (120F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per manager for approximately an hour. Employee took food items to the kitchen for reheating. Also observed integral rice (90F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. As per employee for an hour. Employee turn on rice cooker for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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 expired food safety training expired for all food employees. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 21 units but license states 10 units. Seating change form was provided to manager. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer at kitchen. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
61
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves in 3 door cooler.
22-31-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observe no training for Miladys M. Has been working over 60 days.
53B-02-5
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed next to3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); employee diluted solution during inspection.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil bottle not labeled with common name. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
55
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135°F. Observed quinoa at 125°F and ground turkey at 119°F. Employee increased temperature and cover food. As per operator food was there since 11:00 am. quinoa (125F - Hot Holding); ground turkey (119F - Hot Holding) at 12:25 pm. quinoa (136F Hot Holding) ground turkey (135F Hot Holding) at 1:04 pm.
03B-15-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground turkey at 54°F in preparation table. As per operator food was there less than 4 hours. Manager moved to reach in cooler. ground turkey (54F - Cold Holding)at 12:05pm.; ground turkey (45F - Cold Holding)at 12:52pm
03A-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed food containers in shelves in kitchen area.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler in front counter. Also in reach in cooler behind office.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler in front counter.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground turkey package at 54°F in preparation table. As per operator turkey was there approximately 2 hours. Employee moved to reach in cooler.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fat Busters last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fat Busters on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fat Busters?
Across the inspection record, “non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fat Busters.
How does Fat Busters compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Fat Busters most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Fat Busters' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fat Busters have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fat Busters 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 Fat Busters inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Busters is inspected around three times per year on average.
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