VALE FOOD CO

Name: VALE FOOD CO
Address: 9537 S DIXIE HWY, MIAMI, FL, 33156, US
Rating: 0

9537 S DIXIE HWY, MIAMI, FL 33156

License #2330048

0 Grade F / 100

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VALE FOOD CO in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 0 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 10, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 124 total violations — 26 critical, 19 major, 79 minor.

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[14-74-7] 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 2 coolers at front counter with ambient temp of 70/75F. The following TCS foods stored inside: tomato (67F - Cold Holding); corn (65F - Cold Holding); chickpeas (66F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (66F - Cold Holding); pickled onions (66F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator began placing items on ice.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed convection burners used for cooking in establishment not under hood.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go bags on floor in storage closet.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on rack above ice bin.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed rice and vinegar on floor in back of kitchen.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed yogurt parfaits, chia pudding, brownies and cookies with no labels.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink, splitter.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certificate; Heile.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of soda machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.

Administrative complaint recommended
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gloves stored in hand sink at kitchen entrance.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in storage closet, purse stored on single service boxes. Observed phone on prep table.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD40 stored on dish machine.
[53B-01-5] 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. Observed no training for any employees, Odalys, Yanet, Juliana.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in cooler under flat top: 1 salmon filet thawed in ROP.
[21-44-1] Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket store on smoothie cooler at front counter.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go bags on floor in storage closet.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink, splitter.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed rice and vinegar on floor in back of kitchen.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[14-74-7] 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 2 coolers at front counter with ambient temp of 70/75F. The following TCS foods stored inside: tomato (67F - Cold Holding); corn (65F - Cold Holding); chickpeas (66F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (66F - Cold Holding); pickled onions (66F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator began placing items on ice.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on smoothie cooler.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 2 coolers at front counter with ambient temp of 70/75F. The following TCS foods stored inside: tomato (67F - Cold Holding); corn (65F - Cold Holding); chickpeas (66F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (66F - Cold Holding); pickled onions (66F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator began placing items on ice.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of soda machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed yogurt parfaits, chia pudding, brownies and cookies with no labels.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed convection burners used for cooking in establishment not under hood.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
[06-09-1] 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 in cooler under flat top: 1 salmon filet thawed in ROP.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment.

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler; raw chicken thighs over rice, beef and veggie mixture. Operator took to kitchen for prep.
[21-44-1] Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket on smoothie table, above single service items.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in smoothie cooler up front. Observed exterior of blender soiled.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[53B-01-5] 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. Observed no proof of any training for all employees.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cookie in kitchen on top of dry food rack.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above prep table next to parchment paper across ice bin. Observed bag on top of sugar container in dry storage closet.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnet. Observed dry food shelves soiled with dust accumulation. Observed dry dish racks with dust accumulation.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go items stored on floor outside of bathroom.

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in smoothie cooler up front. Observed exterior of blender soiled.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go items stored on floor outside of bathroom.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[53B-01-5] 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. Observed no proof of any training for all employees.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry rack above ice machine.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cookie in kitchen on top of dry food rack.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler; raw chicken thighs over rice, beef and veggie mixture. Operator took to kitchen for prep.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[21-44-1] Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket on smoothie table, above single service items.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above prep table next to parchment paper across ice bin. Observed bag on top of sugar container in dry storage closet.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnet. Observed dry food shelves soiled with dust accumulation. Observed dry dish racks with dust accumulation.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.

Administrative complaint recommended
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of warmer soiled next to oven.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 10 salmon filets fully thawed in ROP.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: brown rice (120F - Hot Holding); Mac and cheese (117F - Hot Holding); vale rice (111F - Hot Holding); noodles cooked (124F - Hot Holding); cooked mushrooms (88F - Hot Holding); peppers roasted (89F - Hot Holding); cauliflower (92F - Hot Holding); broccoli cooked (88F - Hot Holding); sweet potato cooked (98F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding). Observed in warmer next to oven: chicken (129F - Hot Holding); cooked noodles (114F - Hot Holding); rice (130F - Hot Holding).
[11-26-1] 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 no agreement or training on site. Inspector provided firm via email.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food at front counter for customers with no restraint.
[21-44-1] Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket on smoothie table, above single service items.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go items stored on floor outside of bathroom.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no manager certifications on site.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above prep table next to parchment paper across ice bin. Observed bag on top of sugar container in dry storage closet.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed for gran and go; brownies, banana bread, cookies, chia pudding and parfaits missing information.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnet. Observed dry food shelves soiled with dust accumulation. Observed dry dish racks with dust accumulation.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases if food on floor in dry storage closet.
[12A-10-4] Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at front counter rib face with hand and arm, continue food preparation no handwashing. Inspector went over handwashing techniques with operator at time of inspection.
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee clock in and begin putting on gloves, no handwashing. Inspector went over handwashing techniques with all employees.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler; raw chicken thighs over rice, beef and veggie mixture. Operator took to kitchen for prep.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed cooking with no hood system next to dry food storage rack.
[06-09-1] 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 10 salmon filets fully thawed in ROP.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in smoothie cooler up front. Observed exterior of blender soiled.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry rack above ice machine.

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelets and rinds worn by employees.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under ovens.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed in dry storage closet; flour, oats, almond butter, soy sauce on floor.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of containers in back hall on floor.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in reach in freezer frozen food stored in to go bag.
[53B-01-5] 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. Observed no certificates for employees on site. Observed Morgan and Elizabeth.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[03B-15-5] Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in warmers in kitchen area: quinoa (80F - Hot Holding); white rice (117F - Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours. Inspector had employees reheat items to 165 for Hot Holding.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. Observed exterior of coolers soiled at front counter.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front counter.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at reach in cooler for customers; in house yogurts and chia pudding. Items mentioned missing address and company name. Observed cookies baked in house at front counter for customer access, missing date and address of company.
[11-26-1] 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 no form or training on site. Inspector provided form via email.

Administrative complaint recommended
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in reach in freezer frozen food stored in to go bag.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salmon thawed in ROP under grill; 7 filets.
[03B-15-5] Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in warmers in kitchen area: quinoa (80F - Hot Holding); white rice (117F - Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours. Inspector had employees reheat items to 165 for Hot Holding.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelets and rinds worn by employees.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at front counter and in kitchen.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at reach in cooler for customers; in house yogurts and chia pudding. Items mentioned missing address and company name. Observed cookies baked in house at front counter for customer access, missing date and address of company.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of containers in back hall on floor.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. Observed exterior of coolers soiled at front counter.
[12A-03-4] Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in prep sink in kitchen area.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef in chicken in standing hot water. Inspector coached employee on proper techniques, drained water and ran cold water.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no manager certificate on site.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front counter.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board in kitchen.
[08B-49-4] Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored above food for customers in reach in cooler next to dry storage rack.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under ovens.
[11-27-4] 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.

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