AREA 79TH LOUNGE & GRILLE
646 NE 79 ST, Miami FL 33138 · 305-244-3467
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 11 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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. Provided by email.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at dishwasher area hand sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Apr 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 30, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Ramesh Jarrett and Jose Alfredo Velazquez no proof of training hired more than 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty above cook line and storage.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler in disrepair, as per employee service schedule for next week. No TCS food available inside.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wrist watch while preparing food.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go boxes stored on floor by storage.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 29, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put gloves with no wash hands.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands no soap at hand sink kitchen. Employee provided.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a container with raw chicken stored over cooked onions sauce container stored inside white reach in freezer across ice machine. Employee stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed a container with raw chicken stored above a container with raw fish inside white reach in freezer. Employee rearranged products.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee in cook line changing task and get a container with raw chicken to stored inside reach in cooler, and proceeded to handle clean utensils. Coached employee to proper hand washing.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed a milk container open not date marked, as per employee opened a day prior.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled by prep table near ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink by ware washing area.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Ramesh Jarrett and Jose Alfredo Velazquez no proof of training hired more than 60 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink kitchen, no soap at hand sink ware washing area. Employee provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a cooked onions stored inside reach in cooler by walk in cooler not dated. As per employee prepared two days prior.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty above cook line and storage.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler in disrepair, as per employee service schedule for next week. No TCS food available inside.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wrist watch while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees with no hair restraints while preparing food.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board by prep area near ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go boxes stored on floor by storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing at room temperature, stored at prep table near ice machine. Employee stored inside reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with rice and flour not labeled at storage.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink from a can open drink and proceed to put gloves on. Advised employee needs to wash hands before put new gloves on.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed a conga with raw chicken stored over bottles of milk at reach in cooler by cook line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish open bags stored over individual plastic containers of ice cream at white freezer by storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink by three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink by kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile by storage dry area by exit back doors missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents by storage dry area by exit back doors.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open bottle of water stored near small ice machine front counter.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a wrist watch while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer off. No TCS food inside. As per manager is not working, they will get it fix.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an energy drink stored inside cooler by cook line. Employee discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen chicken thawing inside a container with standing water by three compartment sink. Employee put product to thawed in running cold water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth by prep area and cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with cooking oil not labeled at cook line.
May 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 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 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment in the kitchen they add a stove and fryer and hood system not shows in the plans.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair at small room storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents heavily dusty above three compartment sink, storage dry area and preparation area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at kitchen in disrepair disconnected used as a table. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee save a container with raw chicken inside walk in freezer and begin to get clean plates from ware washing area to stored to air dried at storage. Coached employee he needs to wash hands before handling clean plates or equipment.
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee drank water in food preparation area from an open cup with gloves on, and begin to grab shredded cabbage and put on plate and touch plate. Manager coached employee correct procedures to discarded gloves and wash hands and no drink on food preparation area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 4 mahi-mahi packages thawing inside ROP at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since day before.
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. Provided by email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue at hand sink at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at hand sink kitchen area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment in the kitchen they add a stove and fryer and hood system not shows in the plans.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair at small room storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents heavily dusty above three compartment sink, storage dry area and preparation area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on floor at ware washing area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth uses as an oil drain inside bowl for potatoes chips. Manager discarded.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 4 mahi-mahi packages thawing inside ROP at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since day before.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drank from an open cup water in food preparation area at cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees no hair restraint while preparing food at cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at kitchen in disrepair disconnected used as a table. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 98°F at stove. Employee turn on stove.
Observed cloth used as shelf cover at cook line.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed cloth at preparation area and cook line. Employee stored inside sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt containers at cook line not labeled. Observed squeeze bottles of cooking oil not labeled. Employee labeled.
Nov 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at cook line, ware washing area, preparation area and storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with dust above three compartment sink.
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb missing vacuum breaker outside building.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed on approved plans hand sink at ware washing area. Observed hand sink removed from ware washing area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed on approved plans hand sink at ware washing area. Observed hand sink removed from ware washing area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees bathroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at cook line, ware washing area, preparation area and storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with dust above three compartment sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler across fryer.
Jan 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw salmon in reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee rearranged properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board.
Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures. Observed walk in cooler and and 3 reach in coolers not working. Also observed ice machine in disrepair.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area, employee restocked during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of rice stored on floor near office, employee stored properly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop on salt and sugar containers, employee rearranged properly.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and salt container not identified with common names next to preparation table. Employee labeled during inspection.
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.