Tortilla House
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Tortilla House, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
90
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed soiled thermometer. Operator cleaned onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside handwashing sink. Operator removed onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking inside reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed Wet wiping cloths on top of prep table.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
23-03-4
55
May 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-05: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided to operator via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-05: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-05: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-05: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
70
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (62F - Cold Holding) on top of prep table, as per employee for approximately 30 minutes prior. Advised employee on correct procedures. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce inside thank you bag at reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded beef and chicken inside reach in cooler no date marked, as per employee for more than 24 hours prior. **Warning**
02C-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. Provided to operator via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic jar inside handwashing sink, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Marlen person in charge no proof of manager certification and no other certification available at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 2 employees working at the time of the inspection with no health reporting agreement signed or employee training. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed crispy corn tortillas inside reach in freezer not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment conducts ROP of cooked beef, cooked chicken, raw chicken and raw beef not removed from packaged within 48 hours. **Warning**
03G-54-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
27
Sep 12, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-12: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No Chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
82
Sep 6, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed fried eggs offered on menu not fully cooked not identified. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No Chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to operator via email. **Warning**
02B-02-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tortilla House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tortilla House on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tortilla House?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tortilla House.
How does Tortilla House compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tortilla House most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tortilla House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tortilla House have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tortilla House 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 Tortilla House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tortilla House is inspected around four times per year on average.
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