Shah's Bakery
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
37
Score
Inspectors have visited Shah's Bakery seven times, with records going back to 2023. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 11 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Shah's Bakery on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee prep to go plates open front entrance door and proceeded to prep kebab skewers without changing gloves. Coached employee on proper procedure.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed operator using quaternary sanitizer without proper test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink to the left of back exit door.
31B-02-4
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. Observed Keqsia Verdecia, as per operator hired less than 60 days, with no proof of Food Employee Reporting agreement. Form was sent to operator and was signed during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and hummus in walk in cooler prepared more than 24 hours not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed wooden sticks, used to separate kebab trays, stored on floor.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed case of Celsius energy drinks stored in reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking in food preparation area. Employee was coached on proper procedure.
12B-02-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 16 chairs with 5 tables present in establishment with non seating license.
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of soda stored on floor of dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. Observed beef stored below dripping water line in walk in freezer and walk in cooler.
08B-52-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior microwave to the left of walk in cooler.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled wooden sticks, as per operator are used to separate kebab trays.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in bucket with standing water.
42-01-4
37
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink located in back prep area blocked by kitchen equipment. Operator moved equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary testing kit for three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in back prep area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents located in back storage area soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed walk in cooler with standing water on floor.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of white cutting board at the reach in cooler prep station not stored in sanitizing solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles located across the cook line with no label.
02D-01-5
52
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken kabobs stored over soup and raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice inside walk in cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in back area **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in back area **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of gyro slices stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Observed buckets of sauces and container of raw chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in front of cook line
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled with old food in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
58
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at entrance of kitchen used as dump sink with old food residue inside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection observed old food residue in hand sink at entrance of kitchen. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at rear of kitchen hand sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed dumpster lid open. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed ice build up in walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer packages of steak and chicken stored on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed food stored on the floor in walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed wet mop not hung to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots and trays stored on floor next to three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed clean pots and trays stored on the floor next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
24-26-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at prep table reach in coolers soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
47
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting lettuce, then proceed to use her cellphone and continue to cut lettuce without changing her gloves. Coached employee on proper glove and handwashing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at rear of kitchen blocked by trays and trash can. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at entrance of kitchen used as dump sink with old food residue inside. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no trading available for only employee Yenny hired more than 60 days ago. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at rear of kitchen hand sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at entrance of kitchen hand sink. **Warning**
31B-06-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at prep table reach in coolers soiled. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots and trays stored on floor next to three compartment sink. **Warning**
24-26-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed open package of tortillas stored on prep sink next to hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer packages of steak and chicken stored on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
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Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
58
Dec 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shah's Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shah's Bakery on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shah's Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Shah's Bakery.
How does Shah's Bakery compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Shah's Bakery most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Shah's Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shah's Bakery have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Shah's Bakery 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 Shah's Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shah's Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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