7 MILE BUFFET CORP
2211 OVERSEAS HWY, Marathon FL 33050
Last inspected Dec 18, 2024 · 8 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
APR 24
JUN 24
DEC 24
▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections trending up, 35 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
In kitchen the Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by chemicals containers and bag of clothes
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust.the walk-in cooler is dripping condensation onto canned sodas, A pan was installed to catch the water.
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Self-closing device on women's bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Jun 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 20, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used for storage.
Dumpster disposal location improper because it is causing a nuisance or public health hazard. As per complaint no garbage dumpster was observed on the restaurant premises. Observed 12-13 full garbage cans at adjacent lodging property behind the restaurant.
Garbage on the ground
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. As per the complaint there is no dumpster observed on restaurant premises. Observed 12-13 full garbage cans at adjacent lodging property behind the restaurant.
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce in walk-in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storage of utensils in handwash sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Poked pasta, rice in walk-in cooler not date marked.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Walk-in cooler door in poor repair.
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is soiled.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken not date marked in refrigerator. Pork, tamales, beef in walk-in cooler not date marked
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler, empanadas uncovered pork not wrapped.
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork 47 F in top of RIC. relocated to inside the cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of dishes
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken not date marked in refrigerator. Pork, tamales, beef in walk-in cooler not date marked
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.ice scoop out in sink to wash
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Drill and drill bits over prep area
Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler, empanadas uncovered pork not wrapped.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area
Jul 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 5, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit.water heater is in disrepair.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water heater is in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system is soiled with grease
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.