BOCAS GRILL DORAL
10201 NW 58 ST UNIT 108, Doral FL 33178
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on prep table at ambient temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026001678 | Sep 29, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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 establishment conducting a special process of reduce oxygen packaging of raw chicken, raw beef, and raw fish without an approved HACCP plan.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine at kitchen area missing service date.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal and plastic containers on shelf at ware washing area, wet nesting..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed nozzle cap on spray hose at ware washing area spiked with mold like substance.
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Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed Establishment conducting vacuum packaging of raw salmon while not frozen before during or after process and without an approved HACCP plan.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on prep table at ambient temperature.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Establishment conducting vacuum packaging of raw salmon while not frozen before during or after process and without an approved HACCP plan.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table soiled with food debris.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment has no written plans for brownies, stored at ambient temperature at bar area as per manager placed at its location less than four hours ago. Provided manager with form via email.com.
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 establishment conducting a special process of reduce oxygen packaging of raw chicken, raw beef, and raw fish without an approved HACCP plan.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine at kitchen area missing service date.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle, used to portion shredded cheese located at walk in cooler.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees throughout restaurant engaging in food handling wearing bracelets and watches.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal and plastic containers on shelf at ware washing area, wet nesting..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed nozzle cap on spray hose at ware washing area spiked with mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Sep 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 raw chicken and meat vacuum packed onsite without a haccp plan at walk in cooler, as per labeling product packaged more than forty eight hours.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed servers engaging on food preparation wearing a watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at fry station torn and in poor condition.
Reach-in cooler / Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Jul 31, 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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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 raw chicken and meat vacuum packed onsite without a haccp plan at walk in cooler, as per labeling product packaged more than forty eight hours.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed servers engaging on food preparation wearing a watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at fry station torn and in poor condition.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at fry station reach in freezer spiked with food debris.
Reach-in cooler / Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed COOKED RICE (53F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager made the previous day.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed COOKED RICE (53F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager made the previous day. Observed RAW CHICKEN (48F - Cooling); RAW MEAT (57F - Cooling); PICO DE GALLO (50F - Cooling)at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed RAW CHICKEN (48F - Cooling); RAW MEAT (57F - Cooling); PICO DE GALLO (50F - Cooling)at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
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 raw chicken and meat vacuum packed onsite without a haccp plan at walk in cooler, as per labeling product packaged more than forty eight hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a handless container in a container of sauce at walk in cooler.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed servers engaging on food preparation wearing a watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at fry station torn and in poor condition.
Food stored on floor. Observed frozen sauce stored on the floor of walk in freezer. Observed dressing stored on the floor of walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at fry station reach in freezer spiked with food debris.
Reach-in cooler / Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed raw chicken and meat vacuum packed onsite without a haccp plan missing time on labeling.
Apr 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over/side of walk-in freezer area and near three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair across from grill near wok station and reach-in cooler gasket in disrepair across from flat grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Jan 31, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
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 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/
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 establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw beef, raw chicken, and raw fish with no HACCP approved.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over/side of walk-in freezer area and near three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair across from grill near wok station and reach-in cooler gasket in disrepair across from flat grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of raw salmon stored on floor at walk-in freezer. Coached manager on correct procedure.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed 10 pieces of Swai packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging fully defrosted at reach-in cooler across from flat grills. Coached manager on correct procedure.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 10 pieces of Swai, packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging, fully defrosted at reach-in cooler across from flat grills.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Milk (49F - Cold Holding); rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); queso blanco (51F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (49F - Cold Holding); rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); queso blanco (51F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar handwashing sink.
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 establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw beef, raw chicken, and raw fish with no HACCP approved.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed kitchen manager not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. Coached manager on correct procedure.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over/side of walk-in freezer area and near three compartment sink.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean metal pot stored on floor at shelf near preparation area. Pot was removed from floor.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white and green cutting boards at grills area grooved.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair across from grill near wok station and reach-in cooler gasket in disrepair across from flat grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of raw salmon stored on floor at walk-in freezer. Coached manager on correct procedure.
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 handle used for rice touching rice at storage container at kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice at walk-in cooler not covered. Coached kitchen manager on correct procedure.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date on filter located behind ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed tiles missing at kitchen area and next to walk-in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved green cutting board at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at flat grill area.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at time of inspection for chlorine sanitizer used at kitchen dish machine.
Ceiling tile missing located at kitchen area.
Feb 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment offers ceviche using "swai" which is served raw, no parasite destruction letter provided at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a squeeze bottle containing nata/cream sauce at (48F - Cold Holding) located at top portion of cooler unit, less than 4 hours. Advised to store squeeze bottle in ice to rapidly lower temperatures to 41F and below.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at time of inspection for chlorine sanitizer used at kitchen dish machine.
Ceiling tile missing located at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates/bowls stored on top shelf not kept inverted, above steam table at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2023. Manager received current license via email, dated October 1, 2024.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water nestled in bowls not stored inverted to allow equipment to properly air dry, located towards back kitchen area.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system located above kitchen cookline.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 88F located at wok station.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed calamari (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) Located at reach in cooler across from cook line, less than 4 hours. Advised manager to submerge food containers in ice to lower to 41F and below.
No chemical chlorine test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink located in kitchen. Manager provided soap at hand wash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle near kitchen ice machine not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust in vents above walk in cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted above front steam table at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed yellow corn and boxes of seabass stored on floor in Walk in Freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
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.