Guembo's and Grill
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
58
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Guembo's and Grill, the earliest from 2022. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 13 violations per visit versus roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Guembo's and Grill trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken in thank you bags in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep tables.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic bottles with sauces/liquids and no label.
02D-01-5
58
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork being stored inside thank you bags inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken being stored above pork inside reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on prep table in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen. Operator placed onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and beans inside reach in cooler with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards in prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on both reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind the cook line.
36-27-5
43
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef and chicken being stored in thank you bags in reach in freezer in kitchen area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator placed chicken in proper location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on faucet with water hose underneath 3 compartment sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken held for more than 24hours with no date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed containers inside handwashing sink in bar area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in bar area. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both women's and men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop no handle in sugar and coffee by coffee station at front counter.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above atm machine.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives and utensils in between wall and 3 compartment sink.
24-14-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in disrepair in kitchen area where coolers and freezers are located.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of onions stored on floor in kitchen area. Operator placed them 6inches above the ground. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer in lobby area.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside white holding units in kitchen area.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in kitchen handwashing sink , bar area handwashing sink and women's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in freezer in kitchen area and the one in lobby area.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leak coming from handwashing sink faucet in kitchen area
29-08-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed a bag of sea food mix empty, being used to store a fish in reach in freezer by cook line.
25-32-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils not inverted with food contact surface up in container in kitchen. Operator placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef being thawed in a container of water inside 3 compartment sink. Coached operator on proper methods and water was turned on. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area.
36-02-5
20
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of bottled water on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
74
Jun 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cook handle frozen fish and then cut vegetables with the same gloves on.
12A-09-4
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in both restrooms. The manager put paper towels in both restrooms. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both restrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of water bottles on back room floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of plastic cups in the floor in the back room. The manager moved the items to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a squeeze bottle at the cook line not labeled.
02D-01-5
47
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop and triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cutting board on the top of the sink. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's and ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen under the equipment. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles on the floor in the dry storage area **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Sep 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 90°F at the cook line. The manager poured it out. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork in a grocery bag in the reach in cooler and 20 bags in the upright freezer with different foods.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables in the reach in cooler. The manager moved the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop and triple sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cutting board on top of the sink at the bar. The manager moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. The operator brought soap.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the mens and women's restrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed half of the hood filtration system not working. As per the owner technician is coming to fix it today.
36-63-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen under the equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles on the floor in the dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 10 knives between the triple sink and prep table. The manager moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
23
Apr 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator sausage was in cooler for more than 4 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees on their phones then immediately begin making drinks without washing hands in between **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Operator is unable to obtain a satisfactory inspection due to mop sink not having hot water, mop not having a proper drain, and rear exterior door has gap underneath door **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese in reach in freezer **Warning**
08A-02-6
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 operator with written procedures **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed vegetables in sink blocking access to sink **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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 operator with blank food employee agreements to be signed by employees **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop flour **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed employee phone stored next to clean plates **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of juice on floor in storage room **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in reach in cooler **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. **Warning**
27-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen area **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed yuca thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed reach in freezers in back of restaurant near bathrooms contains ice and unpacked vegetables **Warning**
08B-63-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water from mop sink draining on to ground **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in squeeze bottles with no label **Warning**
02D-01-5
16
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen area Chimol (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator chimol was prepared day prior. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen area Chimol (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator chimol was prepared day prior, cheese (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator cheese was placed in cooler approximately two hours ago, operator moved cheese to freezer for rapid chill. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **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 any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Daniela and Sara with no proof of food handler training. As per employee both have been employed for at least 2 months **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chimol prepared one day prior to inspection with no date mark. Operator discarded chimol **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer door in disrepair in storage room **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour in storage area with no label **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage room **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee serving food with no hair restraint **Warning**
13-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Guembo's and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Guembo's and Grill on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Guembo's and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Guembo's and Grill.
How does Guembo's and Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Guembo's and Grill most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Guembo's and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Guembo's and Grill have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Guembo's and Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Guembo's and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Guembo's and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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