FUEGOS DEL SUR

Name: FUEGOS DEL SUR
Address: 8202 MILLS DR, MIAMI, FL, 33183, US
Rating: 66

8202 MILLS DR, MIAMI, FL 33183

License #2337575

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66 Grade F / 100

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FUEGOS DEL SUR in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 66 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 13, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 43 total violations — 8 critical, 11 major, 24 minor.

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The latest inspection on April 13, 2026 included 1 critical violation, 3 major, and 7 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Complied
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no thermometer to measure food products.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for dish machine.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloths on food prep tables not stored in sanitizer solution.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall paint peeling inside walk in freezer.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with door broken located across sauté station at the back of the kitchen. Also observed torn gasket at reach in freezer inside kitchen area next to grill.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans throughout the kitchen area soiled.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a zapper device installed on top of prep table across walk in cooler.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled located at prep tables throughout across walk in cooler.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef and mash potato with no labels inside walk in cooler. As per operator was made the day before.
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no thermometer to measure food products.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for dish machine.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloths on food prep tables not stored in sanitizer solution.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans throughout the kitchen area soiled.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall paint peeling inside walk in freezer.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a zapper device installed on top of prep table across walk in cooler.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee food training certification expired. Adrian Diaz, Laura Pardo, Pedro Joan, Claudia Fernandez, Lola Bañeris, Heyder Palacios all expired 09/10/25.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop with the handle inside flour at the kitchen storage.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.Observed clean equipment stored on rusted shelving in dry storage.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at hand wash sink at kitchen entrance.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell egg stored on top of uncovered liquid egg and uncovered butter at reach in cooler across sauté station.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on top of prep tables throughout all pre tables inside kitchen area.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two gallon of degreaser stored on top of can of tomato sauce.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken in-standing water inside sink in prep area. Explained to operator the correct method for thawing food.

Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[01B-07-4] Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mashed potatoes at walk in cooler moldy and unwholesome. Chef discarded product.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple servers wearing bracelets engaging in food service.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed sauté pans, metal pots, and ceramic bowls on drying next to dish machine at warewashing area not inverted.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tile at walk in freezer door.
[53A-05-6] 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/ Observed more than four employees without a certified food manager present. Manager arrived during inspection.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler/ Walk-in. Cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink splitter.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank at rear of restaurant, not secured
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed mashed potatoes got a cream, potato salad cooked ground beef all missing production date, prepared on site at first walk in cooler.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at both side exit doors on side of door.
[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 MASHED POTATOES (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per chef made the day prior.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice. Employee removed scoop from ice.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of fry oil stored on the floor next to side exit at prep area.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed MASHED POTATOES (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per chef made the day prior.

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