BIG TOMATO
12447 S DIXIE HWY, Pinecrest FL 33156 · 305.233.3344
Last inspected Jan 16, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ 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--2020011557 | Jan 9, 2020 | Dec 3, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wood preserver stored on same shelf as dry food in storage closet. Operator removed from shelf.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles in kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler across oven.
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen.
Jan 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Lissette, Emaldo, Ricardo, Hernan all expired on 2024 and some 2025.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed walk in cooler ceiling vent dusty.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup without handles inside of tuna container. Operator removed the single service cup.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. observed some floor tiles in disrepair throughout the kitchen area.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing bracelet and watch while preparing food.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout the kitchen area.
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the preparation area.
Aug 11, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (55 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (54 F - Cold Holding); sausages (54 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at 57F and the products inside shredded cheese (55 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (54 F - Cold Holding); sausages (54 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the preparation area.
Aug 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside of water at 80°F with sanitizer. Operator discarded the water and moved the utensils to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (55 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (54 F - Cold Holding); sausages (54 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine > 200 ppm) under preparation table. Operator changed the sanitizer solution. Final concentration 50 ppm.
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.
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 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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at 57°F and the products inside shredded cheese (55 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (54 F - Cold Holding); sausages (54 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the preparation area.
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.