BOCAS GRILL MIAMI LAKES
16075 NW 57 AVE, Miami Gardens, FL, 33014
Most recent inspection
- Date
- September 21, 2026
- Type
- Routine - Food
- Result
- Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 11
- Jurisdiction
- Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL
Violations (11)
- 08B-56-4Critical
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed multiple bottles of water stored in ice used for customers drink.
High Priority
- 01B-13-4Critical
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed multiple bottles of water stored in ice used for customers drink.
High Priority
- 10-07-4Corrected on site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils in standing water at 84°F, operator discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
- 21-10-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic
- 42-01-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic
- 21-27-4
Wiping cloth not air-dried in a manner to prevent contamination of food equipment, utensils, linens, single-service and single-use articles.
Basic - Wiping cloth not air-dried in a manner to prevent contamination of food equipment, utensils, linens, single-service and single-use articles. Observed employee dry glasses with a cloth at the bar station, also employee dry plastic container with a cloth at the dishwasher machine area. Instructed operator regarding the procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic
- 02D-01-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar containers located at the bar station.
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar containers located at the bar station.
Basic
- 02B-01-5Corrected on site
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche not identify on the new menu. Operator marked with red star.
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche not identify on the new menu. Operator marked with red star. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate
- 22-20-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic
- 53B-13-5
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees name Randi, Debbie, Yailen with more than 2 months of being hired.
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees name Randi, Debbie, Yailen with more than 2 months of being hired.
Intermediate
- 16-13-5Corrected on site
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employees washing spoons in three compartment located at the bar station, with no sanitation solution. Operator properly set up the 3 compartment sink, with quaternary solution 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
Earlier inspections on file
Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.