Mojo Grille
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Mojo Grille, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited six times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
78
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer on prep table. Operator had employee clean it onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at Handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on reach in cooler doors. Operator cleaned it onsite.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler doors.
23-03-4
70
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed no drop down ceiling throughout the entire establishment. Operator spoke with contractor for drop down ceiling onsite **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in walk in cooler door. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind 2nd cook line. Operator cleaned it onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
82
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strips expired 06/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed chlorine test strips expired 06/2024. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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 hood system and remodeling in process next to walk in cooler with no new plans submitted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed hood system and remodeling in process next to walk in cooler with no new plans submitted. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed no drop down ceiling throughout the entire establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed no drop down ceiling throughout the entire establishment. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exit door next to kitchen equipment with a gap on the bottom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed exit door next to kitchen equipment with a gap on the bottom. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler. Observed soiled fan guard in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler. Observed soiled fan guard in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler by front window. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler by front window. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
64
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pooled Eggs (55F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (57F - Cold Holding); Chopped Ham (56F - Cold Holding); Pancake Better (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler next to kitchen grill. As per operator food has been stored for less than 4 hours. Operator also placed ice bags to bring to proper temperature. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple chemicals stored next to box-soda holder by drive thru window. Operator removed and placed in proper location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator had employee wash it immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensil in handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink and at hand washing sink at front counter. Operator removed dirty utensil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strips expired 06/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
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 hood system and remodeling in process next to walk in cooler with no new plans submitted. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed no drop down ceiling throughout the entire establishment. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on prep table at kitchen and preparation area. Operator removed containers and designated a spot for employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exit door next to kitchen equipment with a gap on the bottom. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of frying oil on floor at back dry storage. Operator placed it off the ground. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler. Observed soiled fan guard in walk in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverages inside reach in at cook line and walk in cooler. Operator removed beverage and designated a spot for employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler by front window. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple plastic bottles with sauces and no labels by kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
30
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine testing kit expired.
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed white bowl used as a scoop inside bin of seasoning. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottle of oil and water not labeled at cook line. Operator labeled immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Jun 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm), operator diluted with water final readings 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue at front counter handwashing sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cup stored on floor at dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
45
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above marinated shrimp located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot cabinet ; philly steak (125F - Hot Holding)as per operator about 1 hr ago, operator reheated to 165F for hot holding. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by the hand wash sink,kitchen.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed cases of togo food containers stored on the dry storage floor.
25-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
52
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
Oct 14, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mojo Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mojo Grille on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mojo Grille?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Mojo Grille.
How does Mojo Grille compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Mojo Grille most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Mojo Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mojo Grille have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mojo Grille 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 Mojo Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mojo Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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