107 TASTE
1679 -1681 SW 107 AVE, Miami FL 33165 · 305.205.3267
Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023055213 | Jul 20, 2023 | Nov 13, 2023 | $200 |
| 1--2018001605 | Dec 27, 2017 | Feb 6, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand wash sink at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored on top of reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee removed it during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation wearing bracelet at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor and vent at walk in freezer.
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored hanging on dirty surface under preparation table at cook line at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed clean utensils inside water at 82 degrees Fahrenheit next to fryer at kitchen area.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed clean utensils stored next to bug zapper on top of ice machine at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled next to walk in freezer at kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers stored uncovered inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male cook line employee touch soiled apron with gloves on and touch clean utensils without proper hand wash.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (50F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of chlorine sanitizer stored next to rice cooker in back prep area. Operator moved.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed clean scoops stored in soiled container near ice cream station.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle with food debris build up.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two brown cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside white chest freezer near back prep area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs stored on fryer door handle at the cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of seasonings located in back prep area with no label.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles near main cook line soiled. Observed ceiling vents near main cook line soiled.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee handwashing sign at hand wash station next to three compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area next to three compartment sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male employee improperly washing hands and closed the faucet handle before drying hands with paper towel. Coached employee on proper hand washing.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken wings (69F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per operator, wings were made yesterday. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); corn (53F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (69F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, products were made about an hour ago. Operator placed items in walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried rice (132F - Hot Holding) near steam table. As per operator, product was made about half an hour ago. Operator began to reheat to correct parameters.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitation bucket containing chlorine solution next to rice cooker in the kitchen area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves inside walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles near main cook line soiled. Observed ceiling vents near main cook line soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed brown cutting board at the prep station next to reach in cooler with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs on oven door handle at the main cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under brown cutting board in the kitchen area next to reach in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee handwashing sign at hand wash station next to three compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area next to three compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working containers of sauces and oils at the cook line with no label. Observed clear squeeze bottles located at the front counter containing oil with no label.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the three compartment sink hand washing sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, keys on top of the prep table.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment license shows 10 seats, observed 70 seats.
Stored food not covered. Observed wonton, vegetables spring rolls not covered inside of the kitchen white reach in freezer
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of Tylenol on top of the prep table. Employee removed the Tylenol container.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at ambient temperature, employee put she eggs on reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the three compartment sink hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed person in charge Diana Martinez lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, keys on top of the prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while cooking. Employee put hat.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment license shows 10 seats, observed 70 seats.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the white reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed front counter, and back area reach in coolers gaskets with heavy soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed wonton, vegetables spring rolls not covered inside of the kitchen white reach in freezer
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked eggs in reach in cooler at preparation area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day. Discussed with employee not to overfill containers. Observed Cooked Shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); Spring Rolls (58F - Cold Holding) resting on containers at preparation cooler at cook line. As per employee, for less than 1 hour. Employee placed containers inside reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer containers stored on shelf next to single service straws at counter near ice machine. Observed Insect spray in container with metal strainer at preparation area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sugar scoop stored inside container soiled with old food debris. Employee took scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill water pitcher at hand sink at front counter. Discussed proper use of Handsink with employee.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage stored on shelves with bowls. Employee removed beverages. Observed employee beverage stored on front preparation counter. Observed employee beverage stored in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed employee drink stored on shelf above cutting board in preparation area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment is approved for 10 seats. Observed 70 seats.
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in preparation area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between preparation coolers at cook line. Cook removed knife and took to ware washing area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth stored under cutting board at preparation area.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of cornstarch and sugar unlabeled in storage area near cook line.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 6 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Cooked Beef 12:30-1:30 (115F- 94F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken 12:30-1:30 (115F- 90F- Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per cook, products were prepared more than 2 hours prior. Discussed cooling process with employees and provided cooling handout via email. Employees began reheating products to 165F.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dish-machine at 0 ppm. Final reading 50 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked eggs in reach in cooler at preparation area.
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 Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day. Discussed with employee not to overfill containers. Observed Cooked Shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); Spring Rolls (58F - Cold Holding) resting on containers at preparation cooler at cook line. As per employee, for less than 1 hour. Employee placed containers inside reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer containers stored on shelf next to single service straws at counter near ice machine. Observed Insect spray in container with metal strainer at preparation area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sugar scoop stored inside container soiled with old food debris. Employee took scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sinks blocked by garbage can at ware washing area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill water pitcher at hand sink at front counter. Discussed proper use of Handsink with employee.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers boiled eggs on the menu undercooked. Product not identified and linked to consumer advisory.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed A/C unit vent soiled with black substance across from cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired 2023. Provided paperless licensing handout.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage stored on shelves with bowls. Employee removed beverages. Observed employee beverage stored on front preparation counter. Observed employee beverage stored in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed employee drink stored on shelf above cutting board in preparation area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting above three compartment sink. Discussed with employee.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment is approved for 10 seats. Observed 70 seats.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler in preparation area. Employee removed water
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in preparation area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between preparation coolers at cook line. Cook removed knife and took to ware washing area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth stored under cutting board at preparation area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in the reach in cooler near walk in freezer. Employee placed a thermometer in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of cornstarch and sugar unlabeled in storage area near cook line.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (108F - Cold Holding) at cook line in kitchen, as per chef cooker 20 minutes ago. Manager moved item to reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license from October 1, 2023.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 98F located at noodle station.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled in reach in cooler across from cook line. Observed hood filter at the kitchen soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Outdoor refuse area not curbed and graded to drain.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored above in preparation table at noodle station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with no common name stored in reach in cooler at kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment approved for 10 seats, observed 50 seats available.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer inside kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soil walk in cooler gasket.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working. Coached employee in proper procedures.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings over cooked pork inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed wings and stored them proper way.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed 48 raw eggs shells stored on top of predation table next to cooking line. Operator removed them and placed the eggs inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at top portion of prep reach in cooler : cooked eggs (46F - Cold Holding); pork roll (49F - Cold Holding); beans sprouts (48F - Cold Holding). As per employee cooked items were placed on the unit approximately 2 hours ago. Employee placed products inside reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink by kitchen entrance. Employee placed a new paper roll.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed water cup, car keys and personal cell phone on top of shelves over reach in cooler at cook line.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment approved for 10 seats, observed 50 seats available.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer inside kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soil walk in cooler gasket.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu (77F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (67F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at preparation area. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed items inside reach in cooler. Observed chicken (81F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to take item to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. Observed noodles (83F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation area. As per employee, for 30 minutes. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. Observed shrimp (84F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler.
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 five food employees no Certified Food Manager on duty.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table at cook line. Person in charge removed phone. Observed employee bag stored on preparation area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 50 seats available, establishment currently approved for 10 seats.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed accumulation of old food debris between stove and fryer's.
Observed water leaking from cooling unit onto shelves above 3 compartment sink.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Manager coached employee on hand washing procedures.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over beans sprouts at walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked noodles at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu (77F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (67F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at preparation area. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed items inside reach in cooler. Observed chicken (81F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to take item to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. Observed noodles (83F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation area. As per employee, for 30 minutes. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. Observed shrimp (84F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area. Employee moved garbage can.
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 five food employees no Certified Food Manager on duty.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area.
Employee eating while preparing food. Coached employee.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table at cook line. Person in charge removed phone. Observed employee bag stored on preparation area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 50 seats available, establishment currently approved for 10 seats.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of soy sauce and plantains on the floor at the cook line.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed accumulation of old food debris between stove and fryer's.
Observed water leaking from cooling unit onto shelves above 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service bowls not inverted at preparation area and front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing at room temperature near 3 compartment sink at preparation area. Employee began placing product under cool running water.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and preparation area.
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