Tiffanys Latin Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
52
Score
Going back to 2022, Tiffanys Latin Restaurant has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 20, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 21 violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Tiffanys Latin Restaurant on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clear spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored next to rice cooker. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in back ware washing area.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum bowl inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor next to cook line soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ceiling tiles soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottle with oil near the cook line not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler in back storage area with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
52
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shelled eggs on prep table located across the cook line. As per operator, it has been there no more than half an hour ago. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (77F - Cold Holding) near sandwich prep station. As per operator, product was placed there no more than two hours ago. Operator placed item inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of chlorine sanitizer on floor underneath hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed pap er towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels located next to three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several clear squeeze bottles containing oil and sauces with no label located across the cook line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at the main cook line not stored in chlorine sanitizing solution. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed soiled aprons stored next to bag of onions in back storage area.
21-14-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in back storage are with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located at sandwich prep station with soiled gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of flour on floor in back storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor at the cook line soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag store next bag of onions in back storage area.
40-06-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board located at the kitchen prep table with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
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Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 8 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 39 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled food and clear equipment without removing gloves and washing hands. Employee was coached. **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner solution stored on preparation table and also on the floor. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk at 127°F at the front counter. Employee reheated the milk to 169°F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 tomatoes (52 F - Cooling); lettuce (51 F - Cooling)as per operator they cut tomatoes at 7:00 am and at 1:00 am did not reach 41°F. Stop sale was issued. **Warning**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomatoes (52 F - Cooling); lettuce (51 F - Cooling)as per operator they cut tomatoes at 7:00 am and at 1:00 am did not reach 41°F. Stop sale was issued. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Warning**
29-37-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on preparation table. As per operator less than 2 hours.ago. **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above plantains in the reach in cooler. Operator reorganized the food. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed garbage bags used to cover food in the reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open bottle of milk not date marked. Operator was advised to date marked the milk after 24 hours in use. Also observed sliced cheese and sliced ham not date marked. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee did not have knowledge how to sanitize utensils. **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink located at the front counter and also at the bathroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Obama metal brush at the coffee station. **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Gerika Espinal working over 6 months. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food cooked over 24 hours not date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the preparation area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole ceiling in preparation area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in dirty rack above 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
24-06-4
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 equipment is not maintaining right temperature. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at the unisex bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at the sandwich station not longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open water stored above preparation table. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored in preparation table at the sandwich station. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease next to the stove. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oil and Manteca stored in the floor by the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed them at least 6 inches off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed Ice scoop in dirty container. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed Spoon handle on top of the sugar at the front counter. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at all reach in cooler units. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed personal item on top an onion bag by the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
40-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plates by the 3 compartment sink not inverted. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed a spoon stored inside a plastic container not inverted. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed Floor cleaner stored on preparation table next to slicer machine. **Warning**
42-03-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the hand wash sink at the front counter. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table at the kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container at the front counter not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
4
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed 2 cutting boards soiled with food debris stains and cut marks.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling fan soiled with black substance in dry storage area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on Reach in freezer across from 3 compartment sink.
14-69-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle water inside reach in cooler next to back door. Manager removed and discarded bottle of water . **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with red and back beans not labeled next to cook line. Employee labeled product properly. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of laxative stored inside reach in cooler next to milk at front counter.
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over diced cooked ham at cook line. Cook rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled with old food debris. Observed Ice machine at front counter soiled with black substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of detergent stored inside hand sink near 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
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 rice not date marked at reach in cooler at back preparation area.
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop resting inside soiled container at front counter.
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed selves above preparation cooler at sandwich area soiled.
23-03-4
50
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at back preparation area. Manager removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers eggs and steak on the menu undercooked. No consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided consumer advisory and manager posted on wall at dining area. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of chicken soup and black beans not date marked at sliding door reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager, products were prepared 2 days prior.
02C-02-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot and baking sheet stored on floor near reach in freezer at back preparation area.
24-26-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor near cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust near reach in freezer at back preparation area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm. Employee took solution to replenish. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-07-4
55
Feb 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); diced ham (62F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per employee, less than 2 hours. Employee added ice to surrounding container. **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.
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Cooking utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed across from cook line.
24-18-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of cooking oil stored on floor at storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles an vent soiled with accumulated dust at front counter area.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls not inverted above steam table.
24-05-4
58
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at three compartment sink in back preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at three compartment sink in back preparation area. **Time Extended**
29-37-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils stored inside hand wash sink in back preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils stored inside hand wash sink in back preparation area. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed preparation cooler exterior soiled with grease at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed preparation cooler exterior soiled with grease at front counter. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at front counter. Observed soiled ceiling fan inside back preparation area. Observed wall soiled at front counter and near grill. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at front counter. Observed soiled ceiling fan inside back preparation area. Observed wall soiled at front counter and near grill. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at three compartment sink located in back preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at three compartment sink located in back preparation area. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile crack at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile crack at front counter. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed over preparation table at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed over preparation table at front counter. **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior with rust that has pitted the surface located at preparation cooler in front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Reach-in cooler interior with rust that has pitted the surface located at preparation cooler in front counter. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination located at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination located at front counter **Time Extended**
25-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located at preparation area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tiffanys Latin Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tiffanys Latin Restaurant on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tiffanys Latin Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tiffanys Latin Restaurant.
How does Tiffanys Latin Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tiffanys Latin Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tiffanys Latin Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tiffanys Latin Restaurant have averaged around 21 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tiffanys Latin Restaurant 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 Tiffanys Latin Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tiffanys Latin Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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