A LITTLE BIT A PHILLY
3940 CURTISS PKWY, Virginia Gardens FL 33166 · 305.456.0481
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024037805 | Mar 26, 2024 | Jul 25, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled at kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer head soiled, observed slicer with heavy soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on the back area handwashing sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed fryer soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep reach in cooler located in the back area not in use.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor throughout the establishment with heavy soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of canola fry oil stored on the back area floor, observed cases of water stored on the walk in cooler floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on top of the mop sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer with ice buildup.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under fryer with heavy soiled, observed walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Oven exterior soiled. Observed top of pizza oven soiled.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed back storage area not maintained clean and organized
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the establishment
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2025.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled in back kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank unsecured in back kitchen. Operator secured tank.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on reach in cooler in front of Walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic oil container stored on kitchen floor.. Also, observed pizza dough and tomato sauce containers stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by kitchen back door.
May 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Patrick Shepherd, 11/7/2019. EXPIRED.
Feb 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Patrick Shepherd, 11/7/2019. EXPIRED.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside sugar container in back kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board in back kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed bottles from floor.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer blade guard on prep table inside back kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on reach in cooler by reach in freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in back kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on back kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed by kitchen back door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freeze interior in front of Walk in cooler. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler interior by griddle.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut ham container uncovered inside reach in freezer in back kitchen. Operator covered container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator stored meat inside reach in cooler.
Mar 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at restroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave on shelf in back kitchen.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of Walk in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foam trays not inverted on shelf inside kitchen. Operator inverted them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar containers not labeled under prep table inside kitchen. Operator labeled containers.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on pizza prep table at front counter.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Operator put a hair restraint.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing shield in back kitchen.
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.