Patio Tipico
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Patio Tipico, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around eight violations across recent inspections versus roughly 21 violations before.
Looking across the full record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
The city-wide average for Miami Springs sits at 78, putting Patio Tipico on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under and in front of Ice Machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler by prep tables in back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed under three compartment sink.
21-38-4
86
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen eggs stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored eggs inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2025. **Repeat Violation**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan stored on hand wash sink by kitchen back door.
31A-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler and white cutting board on three compartment sink.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Ice machine lid broken. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under and in front of Ice Machine.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tong handle touching coleslaw inside reach in cooler by three compartment sink. Operator stored tong with handle up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler by prep tables in back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler by three compartment sink.
29-49-6
43
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
41
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cut ham inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored products correctly. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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 beef inside reach in freezer. Operator stored products correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen eggs stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed eggs to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a fan on hand wash sink by three compartment sink in kitchen. Operator removed fan. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche not identified as raw item on Menu.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed PIC did not know how to calibrate Probe Thermometer. Employee was trained by inspector how to properly calibrate Probe Thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed around ice machine. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed bottles from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 80°F in kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside Beer Walk in cooler.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside both restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by three compartment sink. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler by produce reach in cooler in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside produce reach in cooler in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottles of oil unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
23
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked black beans at reach in cooler by the back of the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed raw chicken over cooked black beans at reach in cooler by the back of the kitchen. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 chicken over beef at reach in freezer near 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed chicken over beef at reach in freezer near 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan on top of handsink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan on top of handsink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marked on black beans, chicken soup, pork belly not date marked at reach on cooler by the back of the kitchen, as per employee for more than 24 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed no date marked on black beans, chicken soup, pork belly not date marked at reach on cooler by the back of the kitchen, as per employee for more than 24 hours. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Marbely Perez certification expired on 6/27/2023 and Jesi Granada expired on 2/7/2024. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed Marbely Perez certification expired on 6/27/2023 and Jesi Granada expired on 2/7/2024. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handsink at entrance with no hot water. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handsink at entrance with no hot water. **Time Extended**
27-16-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at bottom of back exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at bottom of back exit door. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water under handsink next to 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water under handsink next to 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Obseved fan soiled stored on handsink. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed Hood filter soiled at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Obseved fan soiled stored on handsink. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed Hood filter soiled at cook line. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed water leaking from ceiling into bucket at dining area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed water leaking from ceiling into bucket at dining area. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath handsink disconnected from plumbing. Observed water draining from pipe into bucket. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed pipe underneath handsink disconnected from plumbing. Observed water draining from pipe into bucket. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed Reach in cooler soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed Reach in cooler soiled throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in coolers by the back of kitchen near the 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in coolers by the back of kitchen near the 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at shelves located across from freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at shelves located across from freezer. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plates not inverted at shelf above preparation area next to cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Observed plates not inverted at shelf above preparation area next to cook line. **Time Extended**
25-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in in disrepair at reach in cooler next to cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in in disrepair at reach in cooler next to cook line. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
25
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 14 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment offers raw fish ceviche no parasite destruction letter.
01D-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked black beans at reach in cooler by the back of the kitchen.
08A-05-6
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 chicken over beef at reach in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawl on to inspector's arm at dining area. Employee discarded live roach.
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan on top of handsink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fan on top of the handsink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marked on black beans, chicken soup, pork belly not date marked at reach on cooler by the back of the kitchen, as per employee for more than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Marbely Perez certification expired on 6/27/2023 and Jesi Granada expired on 2/7/2024.
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handsink at entrance with no hot water.
27-16-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in in disrepair at reach in cooler next to cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at bottom of back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water under handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Obseved fan soiled stored on handsink. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed Hood filter soiled at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed water leaking from ceiling into bucket at dining area.
29-11-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above 3 compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath handsink disconnected from plumbing. Observed water draining from pipe into bucket.
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed Reach in cooler soiled throughout the kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in coolers by the back of kitchen near the 3 compartment sink.
14-33-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at shelves located across from freezer.
14-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plates not inverted at shelf above preparation area next to cook line.
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the kitchen area.
36-27-5
15
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on sandwich prep table inside kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fan stored over hand wash sink by three compartment sink inside kitchen.
31A-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pot no inverted on shelf over three compartment sink inside kitchen.
24-05-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of reach in freezer in back kitchen.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a pumpkin box stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over reach in cooler inside kitchen, and inside dry storage.
38-07-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside Men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler used to stored lemons, pumpkins, and vegetables in back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler by cook line inside kitchen.
29-49-6
47
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 beef and pork inside reach in freezer in back kitchen.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler used to stored vegetables in back kitchen.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
64
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Patio Tipico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Patio Tipico on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Patio Tipico?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Patio Tipico.
How does Patio Tipico compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?
Patio Tipico most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Springs average of 78.
Has Patio Tipico's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Patio Tipico have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 21 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Patio Tipico means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Patio Tipico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Patio Tipico is inspected around three times per year on average.
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