Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill

2146 Nw 36 St, Miami, FL 33142

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill is still short, with only two visits logged. Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill was last inspected on Jan 26, 2023. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Public records show no inspections at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill since Jan 26, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of

41-17-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop flour

14-01-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on floor at front counter under hand washing sink.

36-22-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled. Operator cleaned reach in cooler.

22-16-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under three compartment sink at front counter

29-11-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.

02D-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.

32-02-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice from yesterday 7/28 with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used to scoop rice. Owner discarded the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen area and front prep area. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board with marks.

14-09-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle. Owner moved it immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed plastic container with rice without lid underneath the prep table in the kitchen. Owner covered the rice. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar without label.

02D-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill on file is from Jan 26, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill.

How does Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nueva Banana Restaurant & Grill 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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