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Food Hygiene

This program ensures food establishments regulated by the Department of Health are designed, built, equipped and operated in a safe and sanitary manner.

It should be noted that public restaurants in Miami-Dade County are under the authority of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.  Grocery stores and convenience stores in Miami-Dade County are under the authority of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

General information on the Florida Department of Health Food Hygiene Program  

The Miami-Dade County Health Department’s jurisdiction includes food service operations located in the following types of establishments:

  • Schools (public and private)
  • Residential facilities
  • Assisted living facilities
  • Correctional facilities
  • Civic and fraternal organizations
  • Theaters (that limit their menu to drinks, candy, popcorn, hotdogs and nachos)
  • Bars and lounges that do not serve food