Maman
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
22
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Maman, the earliest from 2024. On Nov 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 18 violations per visit versus roughly 12 violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to other South Miami restaurants (averaging 63), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
5
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 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. Observed employee hand garbage and continue working in kitchen. Operator and inspector coached employee on proper handwashing techniques. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed partially raw steak stored above ice cream in reach in freezer outside of walk in cooler. Operator placed steak on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator, was placed in walk in cooler from prior day to thaw ambiently. Operator discarded beef on site.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of cooler: cream cheese with lemon (56F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 3 hours. Operator placed in cooler for rapid chill. Inspector provided TPHC form as well for future use. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator, was placed in walk in cooler from prior day to thaw ambiently. Operator discarded beef on site.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored above clean dishes in warewash area. Operator had employees correct items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed more than 4 employees on site, no food manager present. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed milk on floor outside of walk in. Milk was placed onto crate; 6 inches above ground. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink used for storage of chemicals and other items.
42-02-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above warewash area.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of oven. Operator had employee begin cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area; soiled walls.
36-27-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site printed. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed dish machine exterior soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on ceiling vents in restroom and in Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup of coffee stored on water heater next to warewash area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse and jacket stored above dishes on clean rack in kitchen area.
40-06-5
22
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof for Alejandra and Ismael; both hired prior than 60 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed no proof for Alejandra and Ismael; both hired prior than 60 days. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnets. Observed dusty shelves in warewash area where clean dishes are kept. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed soiled knife magnets. Observed dusty shelves in warewash area where clean dishes are kept. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no CFM present; more than 4 employees on the clock. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed no CFM on site at time of callback. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area; soiled tiles. Observed in restroom; dusty air vent. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed dusty air vents at time of callback . **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed no plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed no copy of last inspection available. **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-11: Observed lid open at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
61
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on cooler not in use. As per operator, less than 4 hours. Inspector asked operator to place in cooler when not in use. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 trays of cookie dough made in house with date marks 6/22 and 6/29. Observed strawberry sauce with date mark 6/27. Operator voluntarily discarded items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee counter: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); reduced fat milk (55F - Cold Holding). As per operator; less than 1 hour. Inspector asked operator to place back in coolers when not in use. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 4 trays of cookie dough made in house with date marks 6/22 and 6/29. Observed strawberry sauce with date mark 6/27. Operator voluntarily discarded items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come in to shift start; no handwash. Inspector went over handwashing techniques either person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof for Alejandra and Ismael; both hired prior than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnets. Observed dusty shelves in warewash area where clean dishes are kept. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no CFM present; more than 4 employees on the clock. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area; soiled tiles. Observed in restroom; dusty air vent. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint. Inspector spoke to person in charge about proper hair coverage. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers across cook line. Observed tops of ovens with crumbs. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above triple sink; clean dishes with old labels. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink; not in use. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0 ppm for WC bucket. Inspector went over process of proper sanitizer bucket setup, final ppm reading; 200 Quat. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-08-4
21
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler, containers of smoked salmon stored over boxes of produce. Operator removed and stored on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at cook line reach in coolers across in a container if breakfast potatoes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep tables at cook line. Operator removed to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler boxes of oranges and shelled eggs stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line prep tables. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at both ovens in kitchen, with build up of food residue.
22-08-4
67
Aug 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Maman last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Maman on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Maman?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maman.
How does Maman compare to other restaurants in South Miami?
Maman most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the South Miami average of 63.
Has Maman's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Maman have averaged around 18 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Maman 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.
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