Popo's
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Popo's has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 23, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to zero violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Corrected On-Site**
50-03-4
95
Jun 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Single serve containers stored on hand wash sink. Operator moved items away from from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed bag with single serve containers stored on the floor. Operator stored Single serve containers six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
74
Mar 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed lean dishes on top handwashing sink, manager removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coooler gaskets torn next to service window.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris in front of oven.
36-73-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go cups being stored on the floor next to reach in cooler , manager removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled with food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
52
Jul 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
May 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 - 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.
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no proper sign at hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
74
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Dec 22, 2022
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. Raw chicken over raw shrimps
08A-17-6
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.
11-07-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking
36-27-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popo's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popo's on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popo's?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popo's.
How does Popo's compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Popo's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Popo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Popo's have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Popo's 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 Popo's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popo's is inspected around four times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants