Totoritas Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
52
Score
Totoritas Restaurant has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 14 violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed inside kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cup stored inside corn container under prep table in kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed corvina fish inside bags in Walk in cooler. Operator removed fish from bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated behind cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken base plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed both containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at HWS by kitchen back entrance. Operator provided HWS sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by rice cooker in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fish water and white rice containers uncovered inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator covered both containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
52
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 14 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Employee cleaned Thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-12-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee preparing raw chicken and handling clean container without changing gloves.
12A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside rice container in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed corvina fish bags uncut inside Walk in cooler. Operator cut bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and door handle broken at reach in cooler by rice cooker in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor under cook line and prep tables by cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease accumulated on hood. **Repeat Violation**
36-68-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing shield inside Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by kitchen back door, and front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler by rice cooker in kitchen. Also, observed shelf with rust located by kitchen window. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed rice container uncovered inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator covered container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
37
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
27
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef by raw chicken inside Walk in cooler. Operator stored products correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on reach in coolers inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container inside kitchen.
12B-12-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line, prep tables, and equipments. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed both hand wash sink inside kitchen, and front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed by three compartment sink. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container unlabeled under prep table inside kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf by hand wash sink inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on back kitchen floor. Operator removed pots from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
20
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
17
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: At time of callback inspection observed Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: At time of callback inspection observed Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf by hand wash sink by kitchen back entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: At time of callback inspection observed shelf rust that has pitted the surface by hand wash sink by kitchen back entrance **Time Extended**
14-33-4
86
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License Expired since October 1st, 2023. Operator renewed License during Routine Inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand wash sink by kitchen back entrance.
27-19-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
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
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink by kitchen main entrance.
27-16-4
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 - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed wooden spoons faces up on shelf inside kitchen. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed beef boxes stored on Walk in cooler floor. Also, observed yuca boxes stored on Walk in freezer floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soil reach in cooler gaskets in front of deep fryer inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water inside kitchen. Operator removed water and place container inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf by hand wash sink by kitchen back entrance.
14-33-4
29
Apr 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over red pepper containers stored inside Walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on reach in cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with table cleaner not labeled at front counter. Employee labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cup stored inside beans container in dry storage. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed TV CONTROL by food inside kitchen. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed yuca, and vegetables boxes stored on Walk in freezer floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white reach in freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed art front counter. Employee stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
38-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by kitchen back door. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets at front of cook line. Also, observed soiled hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic spoons faces up on reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee put them faces down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic bottles stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under hand sink inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
21
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Totoritas Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Totoritas Restaurant on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Totoritas Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Totoritas Restaurant.
How does Totoritas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Totoritas Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Totoritas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Totoritas Restaurant have averaged around 14 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Totoritas 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 Totoritas Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Totoritas Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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