Morales Blanca

1880 Nw 21 St, Miami, FL 33142

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 4, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Morales Blanca, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 4, 2023. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Morales Blanca since Oct 4, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Morales Blanca on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 4, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**

27-16-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Still observed. **Time Extended**

11-07-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Still observed. **Time Extended**

05-08-4

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. Juanita. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**

53B-13-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**

50-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Still observed missing some numbers. **Time Extended**

50-04-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Sep 26, 2023

Routine - Food

7 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 10 violations

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. Juanita. **Warning**

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**

11-07-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container with straw. Operator removed during inspection. **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning**

50-04-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning**

50-03-4

Nov 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-02: Observed no probe thermometer. **Time Extended**

05-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Morales Blanca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Morales Blanca on file is from Oct 4, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Morales Blanca compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Morales Blanca most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Morales Blanca's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Morales Blanca have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Morales Blanca means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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