Mr. Mandolin

7301 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33138

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Mr. Mandolin, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Mr. Mandolin trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over bread at walk in freezer. Operator started relocating food correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.

01C-05-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

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 by email.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink with food debris inside at cook line across stove.

31A-11-4

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. Provided by email and operator printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.

51-13-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed clams,mussels and oysters removed from original container stored at walk in cooler.

01C-06-5

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 2, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 29, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above feta cheese in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing at room temperature, chicken was frozen solid. Manager put chicken under running water for approved method. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Aug 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat feta cheese. Employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed gyro cones stored less than 6 inches off the floor in walk in freezer. Employee rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-47-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer.

36-73-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mr. Mandolin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mr. Mandolin on file is from Jan 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mr. Mandolin?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mr. Mandolin.

How does Mr. Mandolin compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Mr. Mandolin most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Mr. Mandolin's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mr. Mandolin 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 Mr. Mandolin inspected?

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

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