Miranda Cuisine & Bar

4299 Nw 36 St, Miami Springs, FL 33166
American
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
47
Score
High Risk

Miranda Cuisine & Bar has been inspected eight times since 2022. On Dec 17, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around five violations to closer to 10 violations.

The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 78, which Miranda Cuisine & Bar's 47 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in front of cook line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of deep fryers in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by soda machine in dry storage.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in back kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in kitchen. Employee clean gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler across griddle in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
47
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over cilantro containers inside Walk in cooler. Operator store products according to safety protocols. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching cooked plantains with their bare hands inside back kitchen. Employee reheated plantains, washed hands, and put gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station by Walk in cooler. Operator provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee clean DM exterior. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling ceiling vents inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of grill in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed in back kitchen. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
47
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic and oil (47 F - Cold Holding) in kitchen. As per Operator container has been outside for 1 hour. Operator placed container inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in Bar. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade in back kitchen. Operator sent blade to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels throughout kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 91°F on oven in kitchen.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
52
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimps inside Walk-in cooler. Operator stored them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler. Operator stored bread inside Food graded bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tile inside dry storage.
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior in front of cook line.
22-16-4
58
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside rice container on shelf in back kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside Bar and employee restroom. Inspector provided sign to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
78
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 soiled can opener blade inside kitchen. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with degreaser not labeled inside ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling tile inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed corn thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator put corn under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Miranda Cuisine & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Miranda Cuisine & Bar on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Miranda Cuisine & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Miranda Cuisine & Bar.

How does Miranda Cuisine & Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?

Miranda Cuisine & Bar most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Springs average of 78.

Has Miranda Cuisine & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Miranda Cuisine & Bar have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Miranda Cuisine & Bar 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 Miranda Cuisine & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Miranda Cuisine & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.