Mau Miami

3252 Ne 1 Ave Ste 109, Miami, FL 33137
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Mau Miami has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly seven violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 74, which Mau Miami's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed 1 hand sink removed from cook line on HEAL side, no updated plans. Observed 2 hand sinks removed from hooka bar area, no updated plans. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Observed 1 hand sink removed from cook line on HEAL side, no updated plans. Observed 2 hand sinks removed from hooka bar area, no updated plans. **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed across oven. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans a seafood display area converted to coffee bar with hand sink, and lounge area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Observed on approved plans a seafood display area converted to coffee bar with hand sink, and lounge area. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above produce container outside of walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
47
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked quinoa at 80F on sheet tray on cook line in HEAL. As per operator, quinoa was cooked 4 hours prior. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Warning**
29-42-4
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 raw tuna filets on top of ice cream in reach in freezer. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 20+ live flies on sweet potatoes inside of container outside of walk in cooler. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area next to warewash. Observed 9 live flies in Heal coffee bar area, on walls and flying near coffee syrups. Observed 5 live flies in office. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching face repeatedly and continuing food prep. Inspector stepped in and coached employee on proper handwash techniques, HEAL side. **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked quinoa at 80F on sheet tray on cook line in HEAL. As per operator, quinoa was cooked 4 hours prior. **Warning**
01B-36-5
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed 1 hand sink removed from cook line on HEAL side, no updated plans. Observed 2 hand sinks removed from hooka bar area, no updated plans. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed across oven. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans a seafood display area converted to coffee bar with hand sink, and lounge area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no advisory, inspector provided via email and operator printed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above produce container outside of walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed across cook line; case of oil. Observed cases of frozen food on floor in walk in freezer.Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between two coolers across cook line, AMAVI side. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door; Heal side. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks. **Warning**
16-46-4
17
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (76F - Cold Holding) stored on top of flattop for less than 3 hours, operated discarded item. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Observed pooled eggs (76F - Cold Holding) stored on top of flattop. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Top ribeye lamb chops Observed ribeyes, lamb chops and sirloin as reduced oxygen packing stored in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer for longer than 48 hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Observed ribeyes, lamb chops and sirloin as reduced oxygen packing stored in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer for longer than 48 hours. **Admin Complaint**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
64
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (76F - Cold Holding) stored on top of flattop for less than 3 hours, operated discarded item. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 2 handwashing sinks removed in the hookah station and 1 hand washing sink removed in the HEAL kitchen area. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Top ribeye lamb chops Observed ribeyes, lamb chops and sirloin as reduced oxygen packing stored in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer for longer than 48 hours. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frozen fruits stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed hummus station reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Observed standing water in bottom of hummus station reach-in-cooler. Operator cleaned during the inspection. **Warning**
29-49-6
50
Oct 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Salad station ; cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); leafy greens (50F - Cold Holding) less than 3 hours. Operator put ice for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed a splitter added without vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar area.
25-27-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee bathroom next to three compartment sink.
32-12-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees bathroom at dishwashing area.
32-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water at 84F.
10-07-4
55
Mar 14, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Jan 16, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. Hand wash sink near ice machine.
22-35-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers inside hand wash sink near dishwasher area. Also utensils and sponge inside hand wash sink located cook line area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Ice machine.
29-18-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler also next to ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located cook line area.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Near ice machine and dishwasher area.
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Ice machine.
29-03-4
37
Oct 13, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mau Miami last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mau Miami on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mau Miami?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mau Miami.

How does Mau Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Mau Miami most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Mau Miami's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mau Miami have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mau Miami 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 Mau Miami inspected?

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