BOCAS GRILL
12042 SW 88 ST, Kendall FL 33186 · 305-699-1796
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at fry station, plantains (67F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 45 minutes. Operator placed into cooler.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2026Call 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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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 the dish machine, three compartment sink and hand wash sink removed from current place on plans and placed elsewhere. Dish machine and three compartment sink is now located across from fridge unit. Hand wash sink is now located across from cook line. A preparation table is now in the place where the three compartment sink used to be.
May 21, 2026Call 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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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 the dish machine, three compartment sink and hand wash sink removed from current place on plans and placed elsewhere. Dish machine and three compartment sink is now located across from fridge unit. Hand wash sink is now located across from cook line. A preparation table is now in the place where the three compartment sink used to be.
Mar 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in freezer across from dish machine raw breaded chicken stored over tostones. Operator stored chicken below tostones.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler below cook line raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding)as per operator less than 4 hours. Operator placed ice over chicken for rapid cooling. Observed in reach in cooler below cook line raw beef (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than 4 hours. Operator ice over raw beef for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash sink to the right of bar area with utensils inside. Operator removed utensils from sink during time of inspection. Observed hand wash sink across from ceviche station being used as dump sink. Coached operator on proper procedure.
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 the dish machine, three compartment sink and hand wash sink removed from current place on plans and placed elsewhere. Dish machine and three compartment sink is now located across from fridge unit. Hand wash sink is now located across from cook line. A preparation table is now in the place where the three compartment sink used to be.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink to the right of bar area at front counter. Operator provided soap during time of inspection.
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 comercially processed raw mahi thawing in reduced oxygen packaged during time of inspection. Mahi was still frozen during time of inspection and was removed from packaging.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink across from front counter no employee hand wash sign. Operator posted during time of inspection. Observed at hand wash sink across from ceviche station no employee hand wash sign. Operator posted during time of inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in reach in cooler across from front counter employee drinks being stored. Operator removed drinks from reach in cooler.
Aug 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee add ice to rapid chill, also observed cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding) raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) as per employee over 24 hours, employee segregated food to be discarded.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on 3 units at cook line.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table across 3 compartment sink.
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cut tomatoes, also observed raw ground beef stored above raw fish fillets on rack at walk in cooler, employee stored properly during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee at expo area changing tasks and no changed gloves, coached employees on proper procedures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding) raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) as per employee over 24 hours, employee segregated food to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee add ice to rapid chill, also observed cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding) raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) as per employee over 24 hours, employee segregated food to be discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled onion cutter by dishwashing area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside hand wash sink at front counter. Employee removed during inspection.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Operator provided during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee over 24 hours.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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 thawed swai fillets still on ROP packages at walk in cooler. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table across 3 compartment sink. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging food with no hair restraints at expo area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food containers not stored 6 inches off floor at walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed milk case stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on chest freezer next to hand wash sink at kitchen area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on 3 units at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers on rack across stove at kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table across 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour white bin container not identified with common name at kitchen area, employee labeled during inspection.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cut and washed vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator stored properly. Also observed raw swai stored over ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler next to entrance to front counter.
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 6 packages of thawed swai filets not removed from packaging in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); white rice (56F - Cold Holding) in top reach in cooler across from cook line in kitchen are. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator moved product to walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed vegetable chopper across from dishwasher soiled.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at handwashing sink across from three compartment sink in kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of flour in dry storage area. Operator removed bowl during inspection.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth used to cover arepa tray on prep table across from cook line. Wiping cloth was in direct contact with arepas. Operator removed wiping cloth.
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 6 packages of thawed swai filets not removed from packaging in walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep table across from cook line. Operator removed cellphone during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soup stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer at front counter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 105F on table next to cook line.
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 container of flour not labeled in dry storage area. Operator labeled during inspection.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no letter of parasites destruction available for branding fish served raw in ceviche. Operator contacted vendor and obtained letter during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler bag of raw pork belly stored over containers of sour cream.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler packages of raw beef stored over raw seafoods. Operator began to remove its and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at fry station, plantains (67F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 45 minutes. Operator placed into cooler.
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 at front counter coffee bar, bottle of milk opened and not date marked. As per operator opened the day before. Operator placed date label.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen hand sink blocked with food containers. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for front counter hand sink.
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 in walk in cooler several packages of reduced oxygen packaged fish not cut open to thaw. Operator began cutting packages open.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in share family restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at several prep table cutting boards.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at prep table next to dish area, open cup beverage on prep table next to arepas. Operator removed and discarded.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at hood filters.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed at dish machine area, 2 containers of frozen raw pork belly stored to thaw. Operator removed and placed into walk in cooler.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection 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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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee handled dirty dishes then washed hands at the 3 compartment sink without soap then proceeded to prepare ice bucket.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the parmesan cheese,reach in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the female bathroom.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed employee preparing condiments by the hand wash sink by the front counter.
Nov 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the female bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Aug 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200 ppm,operator diluted to 100 ppm.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense cooked rice,at the cookline.
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 for raw salmon,ROP packaged located in the walk-in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the female bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled,walk in cooler.
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