The Cocinita Miami
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, The Cocinita Miami has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about seven violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “wet wiping cloth not stored” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No hot running water at hand washing sink by the cookline.
27-06-4
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, Employee: Gisela Bargueiras expired 2/9/26;
53B-14-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By the dish washer.
36-24-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Main kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Main kitchen area, hand washing sink: pipe underneath not connected (broke)
29-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Main kitchen area, hand washing sink: pipe underneath not connected (broke)
29-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Flip top reach in cooler not working in the main kitchen area.
14-11-5
64
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
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** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed kitchen shelves solid throughout.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
52
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
61
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Plantains at 50 f in front cooking line less then 2 hours off temperature kitchen employee placed plantains inside RIC. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All kitchen shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
41
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Kitchen employees. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Household cleaning items inside employees hand wash sink next to mop sink.
31A-11-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance to most kitchen coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
52
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Gianluca Mitrano 4-20-2017 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
70
Nov 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed most kitchen coolers with missing ambient thermometer.
05-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cocinita Miami last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cocinita Miami on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cocinita Miami?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Cocinita Miami.
How does The Cocinita Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?
The Cocinita Miami most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has The Cocinita Miami's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Cocinita Miami have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Cocinita Miami 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 Cocinita Miami inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cocinita Miami is inspected around three times per year on average.
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