Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
39
Score
Inspectors have visited Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 30, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used”, which has been cited six times.
Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen's latest score of 39 falls below the Miami average of 74. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing four, one for hose bib and 3 for other hose bib that has a three splitter connection.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled spray noise at prep sink.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust build up on food shelves inside walk in cooler.
22-31-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for male bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen area.
36-37-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed in disrepair the cove molding from wall to prep sink.
36-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed female employee in front area prepping coffee with no hair restraint. Also observed chef in kitchen with no hair restraint conducting food preparation and handling.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee scrubbing pots with soap inside the marked rinse basin.
16-13-5
Basic - Missing drain plugs at dumpsters.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at beverage station in front area and handwash sink in the kitchen next to 3CS. Also observed no sign in the male and female bathrooms. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lids.
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind prep sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at prep sink in the kitchen.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on prep counter in kitchen.
21-09-4
39
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink behind the bar. Employee provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled behind front counter. Employee labeled properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed men and women bathroom door left open during operating hours.
32-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top preparation table. Employee inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on yellow cutting board at preparation table. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign on both handwashing sink. Women and men. Provided manager handout via email , manager printed and displayed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of green plantain being stored on the floor next to office. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 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 over ground beef at walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
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 Drawers: marinade pork (54- Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was placed at reach in cooler 24 hours before the inspection. **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Drawers: marinade pork (54- Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was placed at reach in cooler 24 hours before the inspection.
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 95F.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's and women's bathroom.
31B-04-4
50
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 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 washing dishes at 3 compartment sink and then began handling clean sauce bowls, no hand wash.
12A-13-4
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed plastic juice bottle stored inside ice bin at bar.
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed plastic juice bottle stored inside ice bin at bar.
01B-13-4
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 raw beef (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit 3 days prior.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit 3 days prior. Observed raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers. As per manager, product placed inside unit less than 1 hour prior. Employee took product to reach in freezer to rapidly chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at hand sink at bar.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at hand sink at bar. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers beef under cooked, no consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory and manager posted on wall at dining area. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men and women bathrooms missing self closing mechanism.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl stored inside container of bread crumbs at storage area. Manager removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean glasses not inverted at bar. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container and cardboard boxes of plantains stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at front line.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bar utensils stored in standing water. Employee removed items. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sinks at bar, kitchen, dish area and bathrooms. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at dish area. Manager removed cloths and employee began setting up sanitizer solution. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-12-4
25
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 to operator via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside rice container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed mugs and glass cups not inverted at bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
74
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. DW Machine, 0 ppm. Operator fixed DW, Dishwasher sanitizer 100 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler across from the grill observed sausage (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 3 hours, employee transferred food to inside the reach in cooler to rapidly cool. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employees working for over 60 days with no proof of training. Jesus, Eliane,Alvaro. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. Employee Reporting Agreement not completed for employees. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container stored on the hand wash sink at preparation area,employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bar tender rinsing cocktail mixer in the hand wash sink at front counter. Informed manager to instruct employee of were to properly wash dishes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior with grease buildup, at cook line. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at all hand wash sinks in the restaurant. **Warning**
31B-04-4
45
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw wings stored over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over heavy cream at preparation cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw shrimp at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed beans (84F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per operator for approximately 2 hours. Advised operator to reheat to 165F. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. Operator removed to walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed calamari and plastic containers stored inside hand washing sink. Operator removed from hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 Scarlett with no manager certification. **Warning**
53A-07-6
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 to operator via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink at bar area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers beef undercooked, no consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory poster and operator posted in wall at bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-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 to operator via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside rice container. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed mugs and glass cups not inverted at bar area. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee headphones stored on top of plate at bar area. Operator removed headphones. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee preparing food with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantain and cooked chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle at cook line. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in water at 82F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign posted next to ice machine sink and bathrooms. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari thawing at room temperature. Operator placed calamari on walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
14
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed use of non food-grade bags to store food in the walk in cooler and upright cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken next to raw beef in upright cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soil in prep area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed lower racks of tables rusted in kitchen area.
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a green like substance along the edge inside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed to go containers not stored inverted. Employee inverted all containers **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding in disrepair at steam table. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation not wearing a hair restraint
13-03-4
Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed a lower rack of prep table made of untreated wood.
14-25-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris next to steam table.
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside up right coolers. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed racks in walk in cooler covered with foil and soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a sauce pot and soup pot stored not covered in the walk in cooking **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed stomach lining thawing in pot with water. Person in charge took product to walk in cooler to rapid cool.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hung to dry by mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food ready for use stored in walk in cooler not labeled
02D-01-5
32
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked beef in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed the use of non food grade bags to store food in walk-in cooler.
14-31-5
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 chicken over raw beef in upright freezer by door.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice white (55 F - Hot Holding). As per manager that was from previous day rice and was discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ribs raw (65 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (55F - Cold Holding). As per manager thawing out for less than 1 hour, he placed them in walk-in cooler to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at prep area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta, cooked chicken, soups, tamales prepared on site without dates. As per manager since Tuesday in the pm shift. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink with no running water next to three compartment sink. Manager open the valve for water to flow. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior guard of ice machine with a green mold-like substance. Manager had employee cleaned it and sanitizer it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense food in the rice and beans containers. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
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 raw fish in reduced oxygen packaging thawed in walk in cooler not removed from packaging.
06-09-1
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding in disrepair by steam table. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed rack made of non hard wood used to store food in walk in cooler.
14-25-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with raw beef stored on the floor of walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled at prep area.
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer on upright coolers in wear wash area. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with excessive grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed water from hand sink also continuously feeds three compartment sink chemical dispenser.
29-07-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed upright cooler shelves soiled in kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted in the walk in cooler.
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soups,beans,pasta,chicken cooked stored without cover in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef being thawed in a container with water. Manager removed the meat from water and placed it in walk-in cooler to thaw out properly.
06-01-5
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed a prep table bottom made of un sealed wood next to stove. **Repeat Violation**
14-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen.
How does Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen 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 Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Tierra Bar and Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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