Jarana

19505 Biscayne Blvd Ste 5150, Aventura, FL 33180

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Jarana has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 24, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “observed various containers of food stored on floor in walk” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 76, which Jarana's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 24, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as liner for various containers of food. **Repeat Violation**

14-86-1

Intermediate - Observed employee rinsing utensils in Handwash sink next to stove. Advised manager that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Observed establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging for meat and sous vide for reheating cooked meat without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager that a approved HACCP plan must be obtained before they are able to continue. Provided operator with application. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

03G-50-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.

31B-03-4

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Repeat Violation**

06-09-1

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - No handwashing sign in kitchen area provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Basic - Observed various containers of Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped. Located on bar top in customer reach. **Repeat Violation**

25-27-4

Oct 16, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for containers of various cut vegetables.

14-86-1

Intermediate - Observed establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging for cooked meat and sous vide for reheating cooked meat without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Provided operator with application.

03G-50-1

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact lining various containers of food.

21-05-5

06-09-1

Basic - Observed various case of Food and drinks stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped. Located on bar top in customer reach.

25-27-4

Apr 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi-mahi not removed from original packaging. Operator removed fish from original packaging. **Corrected On-Site**

06-09-1

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils at cook line in standing water at 100 F. Operator removed utensils from water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guard in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers at dish shelf.

16-46-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food items stored on floor in walk in freezer. Employee placed items on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots near 3 compartment sink not inverted.

24-05-4

Nov 25, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

May 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork and raw calamari. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to stove and in warewash area. Chef added. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter and in customer reach. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

25-27-4

Dec 13, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jarana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jarana on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jarana?

Across the inspection record, “observed various containers of food stored on floor in walk” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jarana.

How does Jarana compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Jarana most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.

Has Jarana's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jarana have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jarana 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 Jarana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jarana is inspected around three times per year on average.

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