J Granandos
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited J Granandos six times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 20, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee did not how to sanitize utensils at the front counter. Employee was coached. **Warning**
53B-16-4
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 food handler training for sobeida (7 months) and Cristina ( 7 Months) were not provided. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the front counter. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sour cream container and bag of onions stored in the floor of the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils stored not inverted next to the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar and flour not labeled in the kitchen. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the kitchen area. **Warning**
36-37-5
50
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
86
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 to operator via email.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cases stored on floor at kitchen entrance.
25-05-4
74
Jun 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink located inside men's restroom. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at ice machine near front counter. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
86
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken stored in direct contact of non food grade thank you bag in reach in freezer in prep area.
14-31-5
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to provide CFM certification. Operator sent person in charge screenshot of Servsafe card but inspector unable to find on Servsafe website. Inspector Iliana explained to person in charge that the CFM certificate is not valid. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area, at hand wash sink in prep area, and at hand wash sink in women's restroom.
31B-02-4
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. Person in charge provided safestaff card that has name of person that is not a valid CFM. Researched name and certificate # on Servsafe website and not found. Certificate does not match other Servsafe certificate formats. No other employee food safety training certificates provided. **Warning**
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Employee on duty read and signed health form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored near triple sink. Operator stated she will label the spray bottle of bleach.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 4 dead roaches on glue trap in oven. Operator discarded glue traps. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-06-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Handle of microwave across from clean equipment storage shelf missing/ in disrepair.
14-10-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave in prep area soiled.
22-08-4
41
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the back door outside. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-07: High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the back door outside. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-07: Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the hood. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-07: Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the hood. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-07: Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several containers with different products not labeled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-07: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several containers with different products not labeled throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was J Granandos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J Granandos on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J Granandos?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at J Granandos.
How does J Granandos compare to other restaurants in Miami?
J Granandos most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has J Granandos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J Granandos have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at J Granandos 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 J Granandos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J Granandos is inspected around two times per year on average.
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