FRENCH BISTRO

Name: FRENCH BISTRO
Address: 13611 S DIXIE HWY STE 110, MIAMI, FL, 33176, US
Rating: 38

13611 S DIXIE HWY STE 110, MIAMI, FL 33176

License #2321629

🍽️ American ℹ️

38 Grade F / 100

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March 6, 2026 · 17 findings · 10 critical

Routine - Food

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FRENCH BISTRO in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 38 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 7 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 6, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 95 total violations — 21 critical, 12 major, 62 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled with build up across from cook line.
[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 reach in cooler with ambient temperature 44F at kitchen entrance. Advised operator to add ice to TCS foods.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from cook line.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler near kitchen entrance.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area.
[03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed lentils (46F - Cooling) inside standing reach in cooler in prep area. As per operator product was prepared previous day and has been inside cooler since previous day.
[01B-36-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed lentils (46F - Cooling) inside standing reach in cooler in prep area. As per operator product was prepared previous day and has been inside cooler since previous day.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves multiple times and then handled food without washing hands.
[14-86-1] Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining bowl of cut lettuce inside reach in cooler. Operator removed paper towel.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from packaging stored over raw calamari inside reach in freezer in storage area.
[29-37-4] Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of triple sink.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding); cut cantaloupe (45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to kitchen entrance door. As per operator products have been inside cooler since previous day. Operator discarded products.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding); cut cantaloupe (45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to kitchen entrance door. As per operator products have been inside cooler since previous day. Operator discarded products.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (130F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator took product to be reheated.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored on shelf above where fryer oil is stored.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scraper stored inside hand sink next to dish area.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles of multiple coolers and microwaves.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at cook line.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in kitchen.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep tables under service window.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed door and gasket in poor repair at reach in cooler under service window.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed next to hand sink in kitchen; oil on floor. Observed on floor at front counter; plastic bottled water. Operator placed items on shelf.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers under service window.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs above cheeses in reach in next to cook line. Operator corrected during inspection.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed escargot frozen raw stored above bread in reach in freezer against wall. Operator corrected during inspection.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pastry warmer: spinach and cheese empanada (117F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours. Operator removed empanadas from pastry warmer.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with hose attachment with no breaker.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled surface on dry food racks. Observed soiled surface on dry dish racks.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food shelves and where dry dishes are stored.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
[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 black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler under service window with ambient temperature of 57F. No TCS foods inside during inspection. Observed reach in cooler next to reach in freezer in disrepair. As per operator; fridge went down 3 days prior to inspection, no TCS foods inside.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cups stormed above prep table in kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in all reach in freezers in kitchen.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled in kitchen area. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen.
[33-34-4] Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed kitchen area not organized.
[29-02-4] Toilet leaking. Observed leak at urinalysis in mens restroom.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed behind reach in cooler under service window.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed reach in cooler leaking water under service window.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mo not hung upright for proper air drying.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding).
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding).
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
[53A-10-4] Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef in kitchen unable to calibrate thermometer to proper degree; inspector went over process with chef.
[05-07-4] Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturers specifications. Observed chef in kitchen unable to calibrate thermometer to proper degree; inspector went over process with chef.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at dish machine bottle with no label.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime like substance in interior ice bin at coffee counter.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in bathroom and dining area with water damage. As per operator, ceiling tiles are slowly being replaced.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling in 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 personal cups on prep tables in kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in all reach freezers.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed air vents in kitchen area soiled with dust accumulation
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in next to soup warmer rust on shelves
[33-34-4] Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed dry storage area unorganized in back of kitchen.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor. Not hung to air dry.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemical on prep table while operator was preparing food.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine soiled with syrup at front counter. Observed interior microwave next to stove area soiled, operator cleaned immediately.