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3540 MAIN HWY UNIT C102, Coconut Grove FL 33133 · 305 640 5862

Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats75
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2336006
Grade history
JUL 24
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep line table.
Basic/14-09-4
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 13, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge freezer compartment.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 13, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning
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 expired for Phillip Bryant exp. 12/3/2025; Georgia Lightowler exp.12/3/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge freezer compartment.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Aug 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine new Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under handwash sink at cook line.
Basic/36-22-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table across from cook line. Operator placed onto grill to begin heating.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in dish area with dust build up.
Basic/36-34-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exterior door located next to kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease build up under and behind fixed equipment in kitchen and dishwashing area.
Basic/36-73-4
Jun 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler across from cook line chicken wing stored over butter and sauces. Chef removed and placed on bottom chef.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven doors. Chef removed and placed in container.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw duck stored above cooked shortribs.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed for cooked chicharones dated 1/22/24, ROP packaged, more than 48 hrs. Observed operator performing ROP on raw venison,packaged longer than 48 Hrs
High priority/01B-03-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator performing ROP on raw venison,packaged longer than 48 Hrs
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles containing cooking oil stored on the dry storage floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed for cooked chicharones dated 1/22/24
Basic/03G-54-1/Warning

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.