Goulds, Miami-Dade County

PURO SAZON LATINO CUBANO

22069 S DIXIE HWY, Goulds, FL 33170

FoodSeating
Latest violations
25
1 High Priority
Mar 10, 2026
City
Goulds
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
4

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 6Basic: 18Total: 25

03A-02-5

Detail 24428010

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (48F - Cold Holding) at prep table near kitchen entrance. As per manager for less than 3 hours. Manager place product in reach in cooler. Warning

02C-03-5

Detail 24428016

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 gallon of milk opened for more than 2 days not date marked. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24428012

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards has cut marks. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24428021

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter handwash sink block by trash can. Observed handwash near triple block with clean dishes shelves. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24428008

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwash sink used to store soiled utensils. Coach manager. Observed handwash sink near triple sink used to stored clean equipments. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24428017

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 Warning

53B-02-5

Detail 24428028

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Maria Perez Working for over 2 year. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-37-5

Detail 24428005

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen. Warning

24-27-4

Detail 24428027

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at kitchen entrance near handwash sink working metal containers ready to eat food exposed to splash. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 24428004

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pans not inverted at shelves near exit door. Repeat Violation Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24428024

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 24428015

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee monster stored at predation table near cook line. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 24428011

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door. Repeat Violation Warning

14-25-5

Detail 24428006

Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed establishment using wood cutting board as a food contact surface. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 24428026

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24428023

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of oil stored on floor near triple sink. Coach manager. Observed handwash bag of rice and potatoes stored on floor at dry storage area. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 24428022

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance. Repeat Violation Warning

51-13-4

Detail 24428007

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster via email. Warning

51-18-6

Detail 24428009

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 24428013

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24428020

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves. Repeat Violation Warning

29-20-5

Detail 24428014

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at handwash sink at kitchen entrance. Warning

14-17-4

Detail 24428019

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning

21-12-4

Detail 24428018

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table near cook line. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 24428025

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 13

22-41-4

Detail 24428162

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee reset Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 24428159

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer and no chlorine test kits. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

53B-02-5

Detail 24428155

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maria Perez Working for over 1 year. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Admin Complaint

22-31-4

Detail 24428154

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted behind entrance door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 24428157

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pans not stored inverted at shelves near exit door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24428161

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 24428160

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 24428158

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

10-08-5

Detail 24428163

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 24428164

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 24428153

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter steam table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24428152

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves.Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 24428156

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour at prep table not identified by common name. Employee labeled container. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Oct 28, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 10Total: 16

22-41-4

Detail 24151105

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee reset Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). Warning

50-17-3

Detail 24151106

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24151104

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer and no chlorine test kits. Warning

53B-02-5

Detail 24151102

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maria Perez Working for over 1 year. Warning

22-31-4

Detail 24151100

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted behind entrance door. Warning

27-16-4

Detail 24151115

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at 83 degrees Fahrenheit at handwash sink across the front counter steam table. Repeat Violation Warning

22-20-5

Detail 24151108

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice bin has accumulation of black substance. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 24151111

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pans not stored inverted at shelves near exit door. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24151109

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 24151114

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans not properly air-dried at shelves near exit door. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 24151107

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door. Warning

10-08-5

Detail 24151103

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 24151112

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 24151113

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink across front counter steam table. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24151110

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across stoves.Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 24151101

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour at prep table not identified by common name. Employee labeled container. Corrected On-Site Warning

Nov 4, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 12Total: 14

08A-20-5

Detail 23329293

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in cooler.

27-16-4

Detail 23329287

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at front counter.

14-01-5

Detail 23329289

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as scoop in rice container.

36-32-5

Detail 23329288

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 1 ceiling tile in disrepair near three compartment sink.

24-27-4

Detail 23329294

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean utensils stored near handwash sink without splash guard.

12B-07-4

Detail 23329290

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened water bottle stored on preparation table in kitchen.

40-06-5

Detail 23329286

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table in kitchen.

14-11-5

Detail 23329285

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ric gaskets torn across from stove

35B-01-4

Detail 23329291

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exit door leading to the outside.

21-04-4

Detail 23329292

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under wooden cutting board in kitchen.

31B-04-4

Detail 23329284

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter and hand wash sink in kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 23329281

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled across from stove.

14-33-4

Detail 23329282

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

25-06-4

Detail 23329283

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed pots and utensils not inverted near three compartment sink.