Marfil Bistro

8347 NW 36 St Unit A, Miami, FL 33166 · Permanent Food Service · License 2333753

Official report

out of 100

Grade D

Safety score 69 of 100

Latest visit: Oct 15, 2026 (3 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.Intermediate, repeat · 7 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Sep 28 routine inspection
2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 2 repeats), 6 basic (6 repeats)
-19
Administrative complaint on Sep 28, since fixed
Reduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed
-12
Safety score69

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Inspection history

2 inspections · 4 visits

Latest inspection

Sep282026

Routine inspection

8 violations found · Inspector came back once

Follow-up visitOct 15, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
4 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
- 4 Basic
What was still cited
Basic4
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  More time given
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  More time given
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  More time given
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
First visitSep 28, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
8 violations found:
- 2 Intermediate
- 6 Basic
What the inspector cited
Intermediate2
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  Observed plastic container inside handsink located next to cook line.employee removed it.
  Repeat violationFixed on the spot
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no certificate for Alex Diaz.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
Basic6
- Code 05, Thermometers provided and accurate: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in coolers at kitchen.
  Repeat violation
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  Observed behind 3 compartment sink.
  Repeat violation
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  Repeat violation
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer.
  Repeat violation
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  Repeat violation
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  Observed Ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
  Repeat violation
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Earlier inspections 1

Jul282026F59Routine inspection12 violations · 1 follow-up visit Complaint after follow-up

Follow-up visitSep 28, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
8 violations still not corrected:
- 2 Intermediate
- 6 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate2
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  More time given
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.
  Administrative complaint
Basic6
- Code 05, Thermometers provided and accurate: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  More time given
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  More time given
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  More time given
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  More time given
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  More time given
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
First visitJul 28, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
12 violations found:
- 3 Intermediate
- 9 Basic
What the inspector cited
Intermediate3
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  Observed can opener soiled at kitchen area.
  Repeat violation
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  Observed plastic container inside handsink located next to cook line.
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no food handler certificate for Alex Diaz.
Basic9
- Code 05, Thermometers provided and accurate: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in coolers at kitchen.
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  Observed behind 3 compartment sink.
  In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  Observed at cook line.
  Repeat violation
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer.
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
  Observed handsink soiled located next to cook line.
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
  Observed Wall soiled behind dishwasher.
  Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  Observed Ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
  Repeat violation
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface: Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.
Ambient temperature: The air temperature inside a cooler or holding unit, rather than the food’s own.