Griot Tropical
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Griot Tropical has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly 13 violations earlier in the record.
“Current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Griot Tropical is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor soiled with dust at front counter and dining area.
36-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust at front counter and dining area.
36-27-5
86
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
82
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Time Extended**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 38 rodent droppings on top of metal rack across oven. Observed approximately 54 rodent droppings under flat grill. Observed approximately 49 rodent droppings under oven. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: On 10-20-25, Observed approximately 7 rodent droppings behind reach in freezer at kitchen area. Observed approximately 11 rodent droppings on the floor in dry storage area. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings on the floor behind reach in cooler behind bar counter. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under frying station, one dead roach under oven, 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink. Located at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: On 10-20-25 , Observed one dead roach on the ground behind front bar counter. Also observed on the ground one dead roach next to reach in cooler behind front counter, also observed one dead roach next to reach in freezer in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
67
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 38 rodent droppings on top of metal rack across oven. Observed approximately 54 rodent droppings under flat grill. Observed approximately 49 rodent droppings under oven. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches inside unplugged reach in freezer in kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed vegetables stored inside thank you bags at reach in cooler behind front counter. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning**
22-12-5
High Priority - Live rodent present. Observed one live rodent under ice machine behind front counter/bar area. **Warning**
35A-19-4
High Priority - Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed rodent nesting under oven. **Warning**
35A-21-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with black substance at preparation area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris and black substance at kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler, oven, reach in freezer door handles soiled with dark substance. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks on top reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under frying station, one dead roach under oven, 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink. Located at kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor next to metal dry rack across oven. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at preparation area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of cooking equipments soiled with grease. Observed top of preparation table soiled with grease and food debris at kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor from sewer cap next to oven and 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food old food debris and standing water. **Warning**
22-16-4
17
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler next to steam table. As per employee less than 3 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of unwashed vegetables at reach in cooler next to steam table. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags being used to stored plant food inside reach in cooler next to steam table. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for more than 3months. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test at premises. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Observed 2 employees over 60 days employed without food handlers certification -Prinsca Djerly, Laurenncie Gassant. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at front counter handwashing sink. Employee provided soap during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee Gatorade bottle stored inside reach in cooler next to steam table. Employee removed and discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exterior back door in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-24-5
32
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employees started working without washing their hands . - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: No food activity on site at the time of the inspection.
12A-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for 3 months. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: No probe thermometer. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing employee trainings, employees have been working in the establishment for more than 2 months (Edner Joseph, Laurenne Gassant, Djerlie Prinsca, Vane jacmvier, and Ketia Charles . **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 F degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in any hand sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Observed hot water at the hand sink located at the front and inside the kitchen , but not at the hand sinks located inside the restrooms.. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: No mop sink. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a hole on the ceiling without cover above the gas tank. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. As per person in charge, mop sink was removed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
29-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light cover in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Observed light cover in disrepair.on kitchen ceiling. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath both exterior back doors ( kitchen and dining ). **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Exterior doors have gaps. Manager was advised to fix them to avoid the entrance of vermin. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees prepping food without hair restraint. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: No food activity on site at the time of the inspection.
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
30
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 13 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 37 violations
High Priority - Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed rodent nesting materials underneath the oven door in the kitchen
35A-21-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately + 15 rodent droppings underneath steam table, next to the reach in cooler by kitchen door and behind sofas in the dining area..
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed + 25 droppings behind sofas at the dining area and + 20 underneath steam table and reach in cooler .
35A-23-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately + 6 live roaches crawling out of reach in freezer structure at the front bar, + 9 underneath the steam table, kitchen area : + 5 behind the stove , + 25 inside the oven .
35A-05-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 3 spiders present ( 1 by the pool table, and 2 across the oven in the kitchen)
35A-09-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open to the public with an expired license since 10/01/2023.Employee prepping food. Owner paid the license while we were conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employees started working without washing their hands .
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of grease and old debris inside the oven.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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. Information was provided.
11-07-5
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
Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 F degrees Fahrenheit.
27-24-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed missing manager certificate for Ferdinand Joseph, person in charge who has been working in the establishment for 3 months. **Repeat Violation**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing employee trainings, employees have been working in the establishment for more than 2 months (Edner Joseph, Laurenne Gassant, Djerlie Prinsca, Vane jacmvier, and Ketia Charles . **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap in any sink . **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves undercooked eggs and consumer advisory is not present . Consumer advisory was printed . **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. See stop sale. Observed cooked pork without protection inside reach in freezer located in the kitchen . Shopping market bags directly above that uncovered cooked pork.
01B-16-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 F degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in any hand sink.
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a hole on the ceiling without cover above the gas tank.
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed + 2 dead roaches inside women restroom, 2 inside empty room next to the men bathroom , 2 on the floor at the entertainment room, + 5 inside light cover in the kitchen.
35A-03-4
Basic - Dead rodent present. Observed 10 dead mice underneath reach in cooler located by kitchen door.
35A-20-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees prepping food without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath both exterior back doors ( kitchen and dining ). **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and old debris on the kitchen floor behind and underneath equipments.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed onion bag, lime box , plastic gallons with cooking oil, all of them on the kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light cover in disrepair.
38-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Poster was provided . **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs on all the hand sinks.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. As per person in charge, mop sink was removed.
29-27-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork stored in a pot without cover inside reach in freezer.
08B-12-5
4
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
7 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Griot Tropical last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Griot Tropical on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Griot Tropical?
Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Griot Tropical.
How does Griot Tropical compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Griot Tropical most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Griot Tropical's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Griot Tropical have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Griot Tropical 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 Griot Tropical inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Griot Tropical is inspected around three times per year on average.
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