Sergio's
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
45
Score
Sergio's has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 20, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately and about 13 violations before that.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Restaurants in Doral average 73, so Sergio's trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (132F - Hot Holding) at hot box next to coffee machine, as per management baked for less than two hours, manager instructed staff to reheat it to 165°f and raise temperature of holding box to maintain proper hot holding temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken potato salad (49F - Cold Holding) as per management waiting for less than 4 hours, product's relocated to reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of tuna salad and chicken salad not date marked st reach in cooler unit by front counter, staff proceeded to labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi portions thawing in commercially ROP packaging, instructed staff to removed it and coached in proper thawing ROP package fish. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable at kitchen line.
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
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed several cooling units in the kitchen line.
05-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quad sanitizer bucket at 0 ppm by front window area, staff provided new bucket solution retested at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
45
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquettes (121F - Hot Holding) at hot box front line, as per manager for less than two hours, staff voluntarily discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef steak (56F - Cold Holding) at drawer reach in cooler at cook line, as per manager for less than 4 hours. Manager requested staff to place bags of ice in top and bottom of the drawer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 front counter chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at 0ppm, instructed staff to use other machines in the establishment until the unit is repaired. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine nozzles area soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed two pack of smoked salmon out of original package not labeled, staff label it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi-mahi portions at reach in cooler at cook line not removed from ROP package, as per chef for less than two hours, Jeff removed portion from ROP package, staff was coach on proper thawing process for ROP fish products. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at salad flip top cooler area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at small reach in freezer at cook line **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at rear door exit at end of cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
37
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed yellow rice( as per chef cook day prior) (57F) at reach in cooler next to ice machine.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee handling yellow rice with bare hands, employee was coached to not handle food with bare hands and was coached on bare hand contact policies, rice was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked potatoes at kitchen line reach in cooler. Staff relocated the eggs to the bottom rack.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed yellow rice( as per chef cook day prior) (57F) at reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area. Staff removed and discarded the rice.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed pizza conveyor oven with accumulated food debris. Observed can opener blade soiled at preparation table at kitchen line, staff removed the can opener and washed it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tray stored inside handwashing sink at bar area. Staff relocated the tray to drying rack. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ripen plantains bags thawing at room temperature , temperature 29°F. Coached staff on proper thawing methods, and plantains were move to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled all throughout the kitchen preparation area.
23-24-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler across from ice machine.
29-49-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets all throughout reach in cooler units at kitchen cooking line and preparation area. Observed Walk-in cooler fan dusted
23-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs in use stored at side rack touching not sanitized surface at front counter window station. Staff removed tongs and placed it inside dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout kitchen working areas reach in cooler preparation tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ac vent return over ice machine area, also at warewashing station.
36-34-5
32
May 16, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing/ in disrepair at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with splitter and vacuum breaker in disrepair.
29-42-4
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handling clean glassware after handling dirty dishes without washing hands. Employee was coached and washed his hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observe ice tray for serving ice water uncovered next sink at serving area. Manager covered ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed rolling toaster at kitchen line with build up grease and food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed RIF with soiled door handles in kitchen line. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside RIF kitchen area.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above ice machine kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed stored purse inside SS container storage bin. Staff removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair ( reach in cooler in front of the cook line) .
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed inside WIC.
14-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed two ice containers seating on floor by ice machine. Staff removed containers from the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle touching black bean and corn at prep table kitchen area. Staff removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing HWS sign at women restroom used by employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with accumulated grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside RIC by coffee station kitchen area. Staff dried and cleaned unit. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizing bucket seat in on floor by prep line inside kitchen. Manager moved it immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
32
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
45
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with old food debris at cookline. Observed ice dispenser at drive thru soiled with mold like substance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: Observed employee was prepping food using the slicer some minutes ago as per manager in charge .
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
86
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed green peppers in non food grade plastic bag at kitchen ( shopping carry out market bags ) reach in cooler. Employee placed in food grade wrap. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed coffee cups are not bring sanitized as evidence of DM at the front with chlorine sanitizer of 0 ppm.
22-45-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.Observed employee touched his hair with gloves and engaged in food preparation without washing hands and changing gloves. Employee was instructed and washed his hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed Sandwich de Miga (50F - ambient cooling ); tuna salad (50F - ambient cooling ) all at reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator sandwiches de Miga were there over night, and tuna salad from 7:04 am today .
03D-06-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Sandwich de Miga (50F - ambient cooling ); tuna salad (50F - ambient cooling ) all at reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator sandwiches de Miga were there over night, and tuna salad from 7:04 am today .
01B-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed green peppers in non food grade plastic bag at kitchen reach in cooler. Employee placed in food grade wrap. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with old food debris at cookline. Observed ice dispenser at drive thru soiled with mold like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink next to cook-line.
31A-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar and salt not labeled next to ware washing area. Operator placed labels on containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance at ice machine in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at front coffee station at ambient temperature of 50F with tuna salad and ham and cheese sandwiches inside.
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed at the coffee station front area. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between reach in cooler and wall at a. Operator removed knives **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at room temperature at coffee station next to drive thru. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids of dumpsters. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pan of raw pork chops not covered in walk in freezer. Operator covered food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
21
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
82
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shelled eggs stored above smoked salmon in reach in cooler. Employee placed salmon on top shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at handwash sink across walk in cooler. Manager turned on hot water **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on wall next to dishmachine
36-27-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled, multiple reach in cooler gaskets soiled
23-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets on cookline in disrepair
14-11-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen
36-32-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sergio's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sergio's on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sergio's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sergio's.
How does Sergio's compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Sergio's most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Sergio's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sergio's have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sergio's means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sergio's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sergio's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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