Z-Cocina Mexicana

6475 Nw 87 Ave, Miami, FL 33178

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Z-Cocina Mexicana stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Z-Cocina Mexicana scores about where you'd expect for a Miami restaurant. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed license missing number and less than 2 inches on display.

50-04-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of tomatoes cans being stored on the floor , manager removed and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Aug 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

41-17-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. -advised to install wire rack above 3 compartment sink due to limited space preventing installation of drainboards

16-04-4

Sep 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed peeled onions stored in thank you bags. Manager moved onions to clear plastic containers. **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on the floor. Manager stored cooking oil six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jun 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Time Extended**

50-04-4

Mar 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

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. Poster provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Aug 24, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Z-Cocina Mexicana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Z-Cocina Mexicana on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Z-Cocina Mexicana?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Z-Cocina Mexicana.

How does Z-Cocina Mexicana compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Z-Cocina Mexicana most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.

Has Z-Cocina Mexicana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Z-Cocina Mexicana have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Z-Cocina Mexicana means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Z-Cocina Mexicana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Z-Cocina Mexicana is inspected around two times per year on average.

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