Sazon Catracho
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Sazon Catracho has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 3, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Sazon Catracho's latest score of 67 falls below the Miami average of 74. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Stand up reach in cooler: raw chicken stored above uncut lettuce. Discussed with the operator and provided the the sign for the proper storage of food. Observed operator rearranged the food in the reach in cooler. All food stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the prep table
22-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine at the front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men and Women restrooms.
31B-04-4
67
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Reach in cooler inside the kitchen: raw pork chops stored above heads of cabbage. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table inside the kitchen: raw shell eggs (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator, placed on the table 30 minutes before the inspection. Operator placed the container with raw shell eggs into the reach in cooler in front of the cookline. Discussed the proper methods with the operator and provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stand up reach in cooler: raw chicken stored above a container with cut cabbage slaw slaw. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator provided a chlorine test kit, expired 9/23.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flip-top reach in cooler in front of the cookline: cooked chicken taquito not date marked, as per operator, prepared two days ago. Observed employee make the container. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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. Men and Women restrooms for employees and customers.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen prep, table and at the front counter.
21-12-4
45
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
May 31, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-31: no proof that e no proof that 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. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 51-16-7 Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Was. Submitted plans to plan review on 4-17 -24 to Robin Shuler plan Review not ready In process. 30 days time extension approved by Senior inspector, Henley, on 4-30-2024 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-31: no proof of plans submitted to plan review. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-31: **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 09-4 Observed - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. As per operator, awaits City of Miami. ** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-31: **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
70
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 51-16-7 Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Was. Submitted plans to plan review on 4-17 -24 to Robin Shuler plan Review not ready In process. 30 days time extension approved by Senior inspector, Henley, on 4-30-2024 **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 09-4 Observed - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. As per operator, awaits City of Miami. ** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
70
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Observed seating license approved for 30 seats. Observed the establishment remodeled and now have 64 seats. Discussed with the operator and provided the seating change evaluation form. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Observed seating license approved for 30 seats. Observed the establishment remodeled and now have 64 seats. As per operator, awaiting the city. **Time Extended**
28-12-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. By the back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. By the back door. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom, kitchen and new bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom, kitchen and new bar Inspector provided the hand washing signs to the operator during the inspection. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. As per operator, awaits City of Miami. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
55
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. By the back door. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Observed seating license approved for 30 seats. Observed the establishment remodeled and now have 64 seats. Discussed with the operator and provided the seating change evaluation form. **Warning**
28-12-4
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards, **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment has been extended the location, 1400-1404 W Flagler St, the kitchen and dining room. The original location 1400 W Flagler St. Same owner. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the form. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. NRFSP, Ana Janet Valle, expired 3/15/22 and Glenda Orellana, expired 3/15/22. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Kitchen, **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom, kitchen and new bar area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
39
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter: chain and lock stored inside the hand was sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter ice machine: ice scoop resting on top of the ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - 20+ card board boxes on the ground by the back door.
33-19-4
78
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen, shelf underneath the prep table by the three compartment sink: raw shell eggs (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator, placed on the shelf 45 minutes before the inspection. Operator placed inside the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside Thank you carry out bags. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stand up reach in cooler in the kitchen: raw chicken stored above cooked beans. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Food handlers by NRFSP for current active employees Ana Janet Valle, expired 3/15/2022; Glenda Orellalana expired 3/15/2022; Elsa Rodriguez expired 3/15/2022; Lisbeth Tovar expired 3/15/2022; Melisa Amador expired 3/15/2022; Jennie D Avila expired 3/15/2022.
53B-05-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sazon Catracho last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sazon Catracho on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sazon Catracho?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sazon Catracho.
How does Sazon Catracho compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sazon Catracho most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sazon Catracho's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sazon Catracho have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sazon Catracho 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 Sazon Catracho inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sazon Catracho is inspected around three times per year on average.
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