Shawarma Saj

174 Nw 79 St, Miami, FL 33150

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: May 23, 2025

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Shawarma Saj is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on May 23, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Shawarma Saj on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed plastic containers with raw chicken on top of unwashed tomatoes at reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly, Provided manager with educational handouts on proper food storage at reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with handout during inspection. Manager displayed at service window during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris at preparation table. Manager removed , cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions being stored on the floor under service window counter. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board with cut marks at preparation table next to oven. Manager discarded cutting board during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

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.

50-04-4

Oct 2, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shawarma Saj last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shawarma Saj on file is from May 23, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Shawarma Saj compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Shawarma Saj most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Shawarma Saj's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Shawarma Saj have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Shawarma Saj 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.

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