Pasteles Edward

7299 Nw 36 St., Miami, FL 33166
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Pasteles Edward, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 23, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Pasteles Edward's latest score of 61 falls below the Miami average of 74. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Employee cleaned Thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside HWS in kitchen. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceilings in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed phone from table. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
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 scoop handle touching sugar inside container in kitchen. Operator stored scoop with handle up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
61
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under prep sink inside kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
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 scoop handle touching sugar inside container in kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by three compartment sink in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in coolers and reach in freezers inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler shelves by cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
70
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed an Ibuprofen container stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed container.
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese inside reach in cooler. Operator stored food correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottle of water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned reach in cooler interior. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leak under hand wash sink inside kitchen.
29-11-4
61
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cheese stored inside thank you bags in reach in freezer by kitchen back door. Operator stored cheese in food graded bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior by stove inside kitchen.
22-16-4
61
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
61
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed empanadas directly stored inside thank you bags inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw ground beef inside reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil and water plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
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 handle touching flour and sugar under prep table inside kitchen. Employee stored scoops correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pasteles Edward last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pasteles Edward on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pasteles Edward?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pasteles Edward.

How does Pasteles Edward compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Pasteles Edward most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Pasteles Edward's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pasteles Edward have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Pasteles Edward inspected?

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