Munchkin Caterers

5301 Nw 23 Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Catering

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2024

Score

High Risk

Munchkin Caterers has been inspected six times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 12, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Munchkin Caterers's record stops at Mar 12, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Operating with an expired division of hotels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Munchkin Caterers' latest score of 45 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked tomatoes (47F - Cooling). **Admin Complaint**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. **Warning**

29-34-4

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked tomatoes (47F - Cooling). As per manager, since the previous day. **Admin Complaint**

03D-02-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can blade soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cloth towel in the hand washing sink next to the hot box. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Jan 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. At the time of the inspection **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. At the time of the inspection chef washed, rinsed and sanitized can opener blade. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of reach in freezer in dry storage with ice build up/ soiled.

23-03-4

Aug 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Jun 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water constantly dripping/flowing from sink faucet located in front of kitchen cookline, unable to turn off.

29-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled above oven. Observed exterior of oven soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of debris. Chef in the process of cleaning interior of oven. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-08-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning located n storage rack, across from three compartment sink at kitchen area. Operator removed label **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Munchkin Caterers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Munchkin Caterers on file is from Mar 12, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Munchkin Caterers?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Munchkin Caterers.

How does Munchkin Caterers compare to other restaurants in Miami?

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

Has Munchkin Caterers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Munchkin Caterers have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Munchkin Caterers 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.

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