Karla Maldonado

414 Sw 22 Ave, Miami, FL 33135

Other

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Karla Maldonado stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Karla Maldonado is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Nov 5, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 25, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-25: Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. **Time Extended**

16-08-4

Sep 20, 2023

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store cooked chicken, cooked tacos and cheese.

14-31-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at room temp near cook line. Operator discarded products. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at room temp near cook line. Operator discarded products. **Correct

01B-02-5

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. Provided vomit and diarrheal hand out. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

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. At the time of the inspection observed Jenny Savion and Angie Pineda. No employee training certificate provided.

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. Provided employee reporting health agreement form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment.

16-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles containing different sauces missing labels.

02D-01-5

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

31B-04-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.

14-73-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Oct 10, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Karla Maldonado last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Karla Maldonado on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Karla Maldonado compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Karla Maldonado most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Karla Maldonado's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Karla Maldonado have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Karla Maldonado 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 Karla Maldonado inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Karla Maldonado is inspected around two times per year on average.

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