Ojo De Agua

851 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged 11 inspections at Ojo De Agua, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 18 violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.

View 18 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing one vacuum breaker we the hose bib split. **Repeat Violation**

29-42-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink across of RIC blocked by food skeleton trolley. Also observed blocked by a large blender the hand wash sink in front bar area. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on dry storage shelves housing food items. Also observed for shelf housing rice bins, in the dry storage area near WIC.

22-31-4

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

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank not secured in the dry storage area across WIC.

51-11-4

Basic - Complimentary biscuits out of original container provided for self-service not properly protected. Observed no tongs available and a customer was able to grab biscuits with barehands at the utensil station. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-04-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator was able to print and post before inspection ended. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep grooves in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.

33-14-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed for plastic food pans in the dry storage area across of WIC.

24-08-4

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed for handwashing sink in kitchen area across of cook line.

29-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of rust and food debris on the floor of walk on cooler.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for reach in freezer near 3CS.

14-69-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed in house made, packed fruits, granola, chia pudding, sauce, and overnight oats, all available for grab and go, missing address of establishment. **Repeat Violation**

02D-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for both handwashing and sinks in the kitchen area, for one handwashing sink in front area, and for handwashing sink in the bathroom. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets WIC and RIC and reach cooler for fruit prep area in the front. Observed soiled the vent inside the reach in cooler across prep station and the vent of the ice machine in the font area. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons improperly stored at waiter station at front counter. **Repeat Violation**

24-18-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed an accumulation of rust on the shelves of the walk in cooler.

14-17-4

Feb 20, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter. **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in front prep area and in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed cutting boards soiled in front prep area and in the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed cutting boards soiled in front prep area and in the kitchen. **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms used by staff. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed at both bathrooms used by staff. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed at both bathrooms used by staff. **Time Extended**

32-04-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled in the front area above prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed vents soiled in the front area above prep table. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed vents soiled in the front area above prep table. **Time Extended**

36-34-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep grooves in front of prep area and in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed cutting boards with deep grooves in front of prep area and in the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed cutting boards with deep grooves in front of prep area and in the kitchen. **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets of reach in cooler across of stove and walk in cooler door gaskets in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed door gaskets of reach in cooler across of stove and walk in cooler door gaskets in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed door gaskets of reach in cooler across of stove and walk in cooler door gaskets in disrepair. **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed in house made, packed fruits, granola, sauces, bottled juice shots, overnight oats and chia pudding, all available for grab and go, missing address of establishment and date marking. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed in house made, packed fruits, granola, sauces, bottled juice shots, overnight oats and chia pudding, all available for grab and go, missing address of establishment and date marking. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed in house made, packed fruits, granola, sauces, bottled juice shots, overnight oats and chia pudding, all available for grab and go, missing address of establishment. **Time Extended**

02D-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed brick wall not smooth at the dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed brick wall not smooth at the dry storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed brick wall not smooth at the dry storage area. **Time Extended**

36-30-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in RIC across of stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed no thermometer in RIC across of stove. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed no thermometer in RIC across of stove. **Time Extended**

05-09-4

Dec 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 17 minor violations.

View 22 violations

29-42-4

22-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no asterisk on the menu indicating consumer advisory for poached eggs for the dishes Huevos Cazuels, Ahogados Poche, and Huevos Incrustados; and sunny side up eggs for the dishes Huevos Rancheros, Huevos Condesa, and seared tuna for the dish Atun Spicy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed no asterisk on the menu indicating consumer advisory for poached eggs for the dishes Huevos Cazuels, Ahogados Poche, and Huevos Incrustados; and sunny side up eggs for the dishes Huevos Rancheros, Huevos Condesa, and seared tuna for the dish Atun Spicy. **Time Extended**

02B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees with no food handler training for Yesenia, Gabriela, Disamar,Rafael, Alex, Candy, Carolina, Lizette, Catiela, Barbara. Per manager, all have been employed over 60 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed the following employees with no food handler training for Yesenia, Gabriela, Disamar,Rafael, Alex, Candy, Carolina, Lizette, Catiela, Barbara. Per manager, all have been employed over 60 days. **Time Extended**

53B-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed white and yellow powder substance in food containers not labeled in the dry storage area shelves. Observed bottles with liquids not labeled in the kitchen area above prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed bottles with liquids not labeled in the kitchen area above prep table. **Time Extended**

02D-06-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed female employee wearing a bracelet at in front counter area while preparing food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed female employee wearing a bracelet at in front counter area while preparing food. **Time Extended**

13-07-4

14-11-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back exit door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back exit door. **Time Extended**

35B-01-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored in between wall and hand-wash basin by preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed spatulas stored in between wall and hand-wash basin by preparation area. **Time Extended**

10-17-4

02D-03-4

05-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash signs in all the handwash sinks in kitchen area and also inside one of the bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed no handwash signs in all the handwash sinks in kitchen area. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-04-4

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on plastic containers stored at warewash area above sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed on plastic containers stored at warewash area above sink. **Time Extended**

16-46-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons improperly stored at waiter station at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed spoons improperly stored at waiter station at front counter. * **Time Extended**

24-18-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry cloth on prep cutting boards in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Did not observe at the time inspection. **Time Extended**

21-10-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed burned silicone and plastic spatula heads in the utensil container in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed burned silicone and plastic spatula heads in the utensil container in kitchen area. One spatula was discarded. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**

14-12-4

36-30-4

32-04-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several ceiling tiles missing in the dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed several ceiling tiles missing in the dry storage area. **Time Extended**

36-36-4

36-34-5

14-09-4

Dec 2, 2025

Routine - Food

6 critical violations. 7 major violations. 28 minor violations.

View 41 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above ready to eat cheese inside the walk in cooler. Also observed raw shelled eggs over ready to eat food in the reach in cooler at the kitchen. **Warning**

08A-05-6

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

29-42-4

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a spray can of RAID stored on a shelf next to cooking oil in the dry storage area. **Warning**

41-05-4

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed a 0 ppm chlorine concentration when tested after running a wash. **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed female chef after drinking coffee over a prep table in kitchen, proceed to handle food without washing her hands. Communicated to chef the correct procedures to avoid cross contamination. **Warning**

12A-05-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025. Manager was able to pay for license before inspection was completed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee designated to ware washing unable to answer the required concentration for quat and chlorine sanitizers. **Warning**

53B-16-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in front prep area and in the kitchen. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sinks blocked with garbage bins at the front area and blocked with wheeled table at prep area. **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no asterisk on the menu indicating consumer advisory for poached eggs for the dishes Huevos Cazuels, Ahogados Poche, and Huevos Incrustados; and sunny side up eggs for the dishes Huevos Rancheros, Huevos Condesa, and seared tuna for the dish Atun Spicy. **Warning**

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary and chlorine test strips at the warewash area. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees with no food handler training for Yesenia, Gabriela, Disamar,Rafael, Alex, Candy, Carolina, Lizette, Catiela, Barbara. Per manager, all have been employed over 60 days. **Warning**

53B-02-5

Intermediate - Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed white and yellow powder substance in food containers not labeled in the dry storage area shelves. Observed bottles with liquids not labeled in the kitchen area above prep table. **Warning**

02D-06-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms used by staff. **Warning**

32-04-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle being used to scoop dry food also inside the Parmesan cheese at the prep table at the kitchen. **Warning**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several ceiling tiles missing in the dry storage area. **Warning**

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled in the front area above prep table. **Warning**

36-34-5

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed cleaned food containers and utensils stored on the floor at the ware wash area. **Warning**

24-26-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed food Plastic containers and glass bottles stored upright at the dry storage area. **Warning**

24-05-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep grooves in front of prep area and in the kitchen. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed female chef drinking coffee over prep table kitchen area. **Warning**

12B-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal water bottles stored on the waiter prep counter. **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed female employee wearing a bracelet at in front counter area while preparing food. **Warning**

13-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets of reach in cooler across of stove and walk in cooler door gaskets in disrepair. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back exit door. **Warning**

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris all around walk in freezer floor. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of dried beans, sugar and granola stored directly in the floor in the dry storage area. Also observed bread and ice cream stored in the floor inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed several tongs hung on oven handles in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops handled in contact with corn starch, beans, sugar and flour at the dry storage area. **Warning**

10-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored in between wall and hand-wash basin by preparation area. **Warning**

10-17-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed in house made, packed fruits, granola, sauces, bottled juice shots, overnight oats and chia pudding, all available for grab and go, missing address of establishment and date marking. **Warning**

02D-03-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**

51-13-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in RIC across of stove. **Warning**

05-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash signs in all the handwash sinks in kitchen area and also inside one of the bathrooms. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on plastic containers stored at warewash area above sink. **Warning**

16-46-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons improperly stored at waiter station at front counter. **Warning**

24-18-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry cloth on prep cutting boards in kitchen area. **Warning**

21-10-4

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed burned silicone and plastic spatula heads in the utensil container in kitchen area. **Warning**

14-12-4

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed brick wall not smooth at the dry storage area. **Warning**

36-30-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not in sanitizing solution but stored on prep cutting boards in the kitchen area and dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

21-12-4

Mar 7, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Oct 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked chicken at reach in coolers drawers. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

08A-05-6

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled on top of reach in cooler at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed preparation table stored in front of hand washing sink at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment has plastic bowl with test strips inside, no name or expiration date provided. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

16-37-1

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/No certified food manager on duty. Observed certified manager is Jorge Estrada, not on duty during inspection. Observed more than 10 employees working at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

53A-05-6

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

16-21-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean containers stacked at drain board by dishwasher. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

24-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce stored on floor at hallway by walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signed at hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Sep 26, 2024

Routine - Food

5 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 18 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), advised operator to stop using dishwasher until chlorine concentration was accurate.Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) was being used to wash, rinse and sanitize.

22-41-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked chicken at reach in coolers drawers. **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at 77F stored on top of reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-03-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (62F - Cold Holding)inside reach in cooler by prep area on top of others containers. As per operator for approximately 1 hour prior, advised operator to placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled on top of reach in cooler at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed preparation table stored in front of hand washing sink at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. At the time of the inspection observed establishment bottles different varieties of ginger shots . No warning label provided. **Repeat Violation**

02D-12-1

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed soft boiled eggs and sunny side offered as raw and not identified. Operator identified on digital menu during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment has plastic bowl with test strips inside, no name or expiration date provided.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/No certified food manager on duty. Observed certified manager is Jorge Estrada, not on duty during inspection. Observed more than 10 employees working at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed some new employees TURMELI, DAVID, CANDIDA, CAROLINA and MARIELA as per operator for approximately 2 weeks prior with no health reporting agreement signed. Operator printed health reporting agreement and all employees signed during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean containers stacked at drain board by dishwasher.

24-08-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce stored on floor at hallway by walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. At the time of the inspection observed establishment cuts and preps cut fruit cups with cut melons, yogurt parfaits and chia pudding fruit cups all for customer self service lacking labeling information. **Repeat Violation**

02D-03-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signed at hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Mar 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

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

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 12, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 14 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 27 violations

High Priority - Fish not held frozen entire time while being in reduced oxygen package.

03G-04-5

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

50-17-3

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. At the time of the inspection observed Dish Machine Chlorine 0 ppm. Dish washing staff set up three compartment sink to manually wash fish and sanitize equipment. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-41-4

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. At the time of the inspection observed kitchen staff washing hands in prep sink due to hand sink being blocked by prep table.

12A-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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with accumulated food debris in prep area.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink in front prep area and in kitchen hand sink.

31A-09-4

02D-12-1

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.

53A-02-7

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At the time of the inspection observed establishment offers raw fish on menu. Not identified as raw products.

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At the time if the inspection observed approximately 12 employees on duty. No certified food manager on duty.

53A-05-6

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

31B-02-4

11-26-1

Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises.

35A-01-4

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.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle over prep sink in kitchen lacking labeling information.

41-17-4

Intermediate - Wild bird present inside establishment. At the time if the inspection observed wild birds flying in and out of restaurant. Operator closed door of establishment to keep birds out. **Corrective Action Taken**

35A-15-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in cheese container at cook line.

14-01-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.

23-24-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

12B-07-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. At the time of the inspection observed establishment cuts and preps cut fruit cups with cut melons, yogurt parfaits and chia pudding fruit cups all for customer self service lacking labeling information.

02D-03-4

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

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed dish wracks soiled with accumulated pink slime accumulated. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with accumulated old food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.

29-19-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon thawing in standing water in kitchen.

06-01-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Mar 16, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed working table blocking employee hand washing sign cook line.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

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

05-08-4

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. **Corrected On-Site**

11-07-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen area.

36-36-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed most kitchen employees wearing watches while working with food.

13-07-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees hand washing sign to cook line sink and service area next to ice equipment.

31B-04-4

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.

21-11-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

21-10-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawed in standing water in kitchen area.

06-01-5

Nov 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Water filter. **Repeat Violation**

31A-10-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.

24-05-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed most kitchen employees wearing watches while working with food.

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Avocado on floor next to walk-in cooler.

08B-38-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ojo De Agua last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ojo De Agua on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ojo De Agua?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Ojo De Agua.

How does Ojo De Agua compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Ojo De Agua most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Ojo De Agua's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ojo De Agua have averaged around 18 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ojo De Agua 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 Ojo De Agua inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ojo De Agua is inspected around three times per year on average.

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