Sabor a Colombia
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Sabor a Colombia eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 17, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near seven violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Sabor a Colombia's latest score of 61 falls below the Miami average of 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues at unit next to 3 compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep tables at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at hall a room from cooling unit.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of frier at cook line. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler and freezer units.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
61
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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 chlorine dishwasher sanitizer machine at front counter 0ppm, staff primed machine retested 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed unit next to 3 compartment sink front counter.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at one of the units at front counter area.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/dusted AC vents/returns at kitchen prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed some auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
64
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Oct 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs and raw breaded chicken stored over raw fish inside of clear glass cooler in kitchen. Operator placed items in correct storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb under 3 compartment sink in kitchen missing backflow preventer.
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs and raw breaded chicken stored over ready-to-eat sausages inside of clear glass cooler in kitchen. Operator placed items in correct storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink in kitchen.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed right ice machine bin soiled at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets inside of middle reach in cooler and at double door reach in freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at kitchen. Operator placed plastic jugs of oil off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs from oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
45
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
90
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution too strong at 200ppm, employee removed solution and added water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro and broccoli stored in thank you bags in cooler across from fire extinguisher. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri 58 F - Cold Holding, made with fresh garlic, stored on push cart at room temperature, less than 4 hours. Employee submerged containers of chimichurri on ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles unlabeled with degreaser and water. Manager provided label for both bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between equipment at prep table near entrance of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in need of repair in cooler 4.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle, chef removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs at both sinks located at front bar counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen.
23-03-4
45
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets soiled. Reach in cooler for eggs storage at kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filters at hood soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in hand wash sink at cook line.
29-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
67
Oct 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sabor a Colombia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sabor a Colombia on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sabor a Colombia?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sabor a Colombia.
How does Sabor a Colombia compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sabor a Colombia most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sabor a Colombia's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabor a Colombia have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sabor a Colombia 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 Sabor a Colombia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sabor a Colombia is inspected around two times per year on average.
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