The Back of the Road Sports Grill
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
82
Score
Going back to 2022, The Back of the Road Sports Grill has 11 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Ceiling not smooth” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container at handwashing sink at kitchen area. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen at warewashing area not smooth and easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed boxes stored in front of mop sink and hoses stored inside mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
42-02-4
82
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen and ware washing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean utensils stored next to hand sink. Manager began removing items. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-27-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed boxes stored in front of mop sink and hoses stored inside mop sink. Operator began moving items. **Corrective Action Taken**
42-02-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed digital thermometer on exterior of standing reach in cooler at kitchen not functioning. Manager placed thermometer inside unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm. Manager replenished solution with chlorine. Final reading 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
70
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at bar and kitchen area ceiling tiles.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ac vents soiled at bar area.
36-34-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). New reading 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
78
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils not inverted near 3 compartment sink. Manager inverted items. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed cloth in solution.
21-12-4
90
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200plus ppm. Manager replenished solution with chlorine. Final reading, 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean cooking utensils stored next to hand sink at kitchen. Manager began removing items. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-27-4
82
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Jan 16, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Employee diluted solution with water. Final reading, 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
Basic - Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile near hood system in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Very slow draining water in handwash sink at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-20-5
78
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200ppm. Operator diluted with water to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from underneath hand sink at kitchen.
29-11-4
82
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200ppm. Operator adjusted to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Basic - Cooking utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Located at ware washing area. Operator inverted items. **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe underneath hand sink near 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Back of the Road Sports Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Back of the Road Sports Grill on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Back of the Road Sports Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Back of the Road Sports Grill.
How does The Back of the Road Sports Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?
The Back of the Road Sports Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has The Back of the Road Sports Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Back of the Road Sports Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Back of the Road Sports Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is The Back of the Road Sports Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Back of the Road Sports Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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