BOCAS HOUSE
10200 NW 25 ST SUITE A 101, Miami FL 33172 · 786.401.7071
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed additional seating added to the location not reported.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $620
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017056169 | Nov 7, 2017 | Jan 12, 2018 | $300 |
| 1--2016051330 | Oct 10, 2016 | Dec 7, 2016 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring thermometer or strip to check dishwasher temperature machine.
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 some additions to dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several ceiling tiles in the kitchen areas are damaged and show signs of water damaged.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with some splash inside kitchen area.
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed blue and white cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable inside kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Damaged or deteriorating gaskets were observed on all refrigeration units throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler, elk in freezer, reach-in coolers, and reach-in freezer. Additionally, a reach-in cooler located across from the kitchen exit is improperly elevated using can as a makeshift leg.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed licensing for 70 seats and 111 seat were observed at time of inspection inside establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at the entrance of the walk-in freezer door, and frost is starting to form on the chest freezers in the bar area.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing are missing end caps. Missing light shields on top of the reach-in cooler across dry storage and the light fixture above the nearby employee table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler inside kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler shelves.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout cooking line.
Jun 3, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority4 Intermediate19 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 chloride dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Operator check machine to a Final reading of 50 ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed head of romaine lettuce stored inside non food graded bag at the reach-in cooler located at the left end of the kitchen.
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/. Observed no food manager present with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring thermometer or strip to check dishwasher temperature machine.
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 some additions to dining area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Valentin, Angelica, Mariam, Oscar, with food handler certification expired some on 2025 and some at the beginning of 2026.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled with dust exterior of chlorine dishwasher machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed several missing ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen, storage area, and dishwasher areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several ceiling tiles in the kitchen areas are damaged and show signs of water damaged.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with some splash inside kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed blue and white cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable inside kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Damaged or deteriorating gaskets were observed on all refrigeration units throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler, elk in freezer, reach-in coolers, and reach-in freezer. Additionally, a reach-in cooler located across from the kitchen exit is improperly elevated using can as a makeshift leg.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed licensing for 70 seats and 111 seat were observed at time of inspection inside establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in different areas inside kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at the entrance of the walk-in freezer door, and frost is starting to form on the chest freezers in the bar area.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing are missing end caps. Missing light shields on top of the reach-in cooler across dry storage and the light fixture above the nearby employee table.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no hard copy of last inspection available at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler inside kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a box of frozen salmon inside walk in cooler being thawed improperly inside ROP bag. Operator removed from package.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in some parts of kitchen area. Also observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler in front of freezer door.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler shelves.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout cooking line.
Jun 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 34 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate26 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 chloride dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Operator check machine to a Final reading of 50 ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed head of romaine lettuce stored inside non food graded bag at the reach-in cooler located at the left end of the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed across dry storage-calamari (52F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (56F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (42F - Cold Holding); across exit door-diced tomato (56F - Cold Holding); cook shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); diced tomato (54F - Cold Holding); cooking line-raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (44F - Cold Holding); raw bar reach in cooler- raw tuna (44F - Cold Holding); shrimp (42F - Cold Holding); kitchen entrance-prep salad (56F - Cold Holding).
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/. Observed no food manager present with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring thermometer or strip to check dishwasher temperature machine.
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 some additions to dining area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for white rice t cooking line. Time was on the bin of rice, however no form was completed indicating they used time to hold the rice. Form provided to operator.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Valentin, Angelica, Mariam, Oscar, with food handler certification expired some on 2025 and some at the beginning of 2026.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled with dust exterior of chlorine dishwasher machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside maiz cancha bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed several missing ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen, storage area, and dishwasher areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several ceiling tiles in the kitchen areas are damaged and show signs of water damaged.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with some splash inside kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed blue and white cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable inside kitchen area.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed a bottle of water inside ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Damaged or deteriorating gaskets were observed on all refrigeration units throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler, elk in freezer, reach-in coolers, and reach-in freezer. Additionally, a reach-in cooler located across from the kitchen exit is improperly elevated using can as a makeshift leg.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed licensing for 70 seats and 111 seat were observed at time of inspection inside establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in different areas inside kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed bin of soya stored on floor inside dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at the entrance of the walk-in freezer door, and frost is starting to form on the chest freezers in the bar area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 87 F at cooking line.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing are missing end caps. Missing light shields on top of the reach-in cooler across dry storage and the light fixture above the nearby employee table.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no hard copy of last inspection available at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler inside kitchen area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed several bottle of water inside reach in cooler across orange juice machine. And also observed several employee drinks inside different reach in cooler throughout kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler located at left kitchen entrance were salad are stored.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a box of frozen salmon inside walk in cooler being thawed improperly inside ROP bag. Operator removed from package.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in some parts of kitchen area. Also observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler in front of freezer door.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler shelves.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout cooking line.
Dec 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab stick (45F - Cold Holding); salmon cubes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); tuna cubes (44F - Cold Holding) at Salad/Ceviche station, as per manager for less than 4 hours, manager requested staff to place bags of ice over the products for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Carlos Arango and not proof of food manager certificate.
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 measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
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 a new dinning area added without plans been submitted.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over water heater area, also over 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled gasket all throughout kitchen prep area and dishwasher.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed over water dome auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top unit bottom door broken and completely unhinged, not food products stored in it.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed additional seating added to the location not reported.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit/entrance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk-in cooler entrance, and other spot in the kitchen floor
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed soiled gasket over dishwasher/serving area at the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed soiled gasket nearby the entrance of walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 7, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority9 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab stick (45F - Cold Holding); salmon cubes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); tuna cubes (44F - Cold Holding) at Salad/Ceviche station, as per manager for less than 4 hours, manager requested staff to place bags of ice over the products for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at front counter area blocked by a chair.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pot and electric strip stored in the unit at front counter.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Carlos Arango and not proof of food manager certificate.
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 measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
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 a new dinning area added without plans been submitted.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked pork trays of croquettes made at home not labeled with date marks.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over water heater area, also over 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled gasket all throughout kitchen prep area and dishwasher.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed over water dome auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top unit bottom door broken and completely unhinged, not food products stored in it.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed additional seating added to the location not reported.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit/entrance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk-in cooler entrance, and other spot in the kitchen floor
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed soiled gasket over dishwasher/serving area at the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed soiled gasket nearby the entrance of walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority9 Intermediate19 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab stick (45F - Cold Holding); salmon cubes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); tuna cubes (44F - Cold Holding) at Salad/Ceviche station, as per manager for less than 4 hours, manager requested staff to place bags of ice over the products for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at front counter area blocked by a chair.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pot and electric strip stored in the unit at front counter.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Carlos Arango and not proof of food manager certificate.
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 measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
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 a new dinning area added without plans been submitted.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter unit by chest freezers.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked pork trays of croquettes made at home not labeled with date marks.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at white rice cooker.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over water heater area, also over 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled gasket all throughout kitchen prep area and dishwasher.
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 barramundi fillet tuna steaks thawing bin in ROP bags bearing the label label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed over water dome auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top unit bottom door broken and completely unhinged, not food products stored in it.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed additional seating added to the location not reported.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit/entrance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at dry storage under racks.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk-in cooler entrance, and other spot in the kitchen floor
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed precooked pork belly thawing at room temperature, temperature tested at 40°F, staff relocated it to the walk-in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed soiled gasket over dishwasher/serving area at the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream tub uncovered at reach-in freezer front counter area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed soiled gasket nearby the entrance of walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at cookline change gloves without washing hands.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed temperature sanitizing dishwasher and not test kit available.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed cooling unit over three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed an all throughout at several kitchen and preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout at several the kitchen preparation tables.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone charger at preparation table rack. Employee relocated the charger.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooling unit missing evaporator cover.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed working tongs stored under grill surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets at reach-in coolers at cook line area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach-in cooler at the rear storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a pack of shrimp thawing at room temperature, product still frozen to the touch, employee moved it to walk-in cooler and was coached on proper thawing procedures.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed temperature several towels not stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeezes bottles not labeled at cookline.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap at handwashing sink next to mop sink area. Staff provided a new device while inspection place.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted drying pan rack next to 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles over three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen preparation area at kitchen line.
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 tuna steaks (still solid frozen) thawing inside commercially ROP indicating that product must be removed from packaging prior to thawing. Staff removed steak from the bags and placed it inside reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable under preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. O cell phone stored over preparation table cutting board. Employee removed the cell phone.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed beverage reach in cooler at front line missing evaporator cover shield.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights not shield over ceviche station preparation table and throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled/dusted fan cover at walk in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout kitchen line and preparation areas.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (44F - Cold Holding); swai fillet (45F - Cold Holding) at prep table inside kitchen for less than four hours. Directed operator to place bags of ice on food products for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with a splitter no vacuum breaker device installed.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed hot water sanitizing dishwashing machine, no measuring temperature device or thermal labels on site.
Ceiling tile missing above triple sink in kitchen area.
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 raw tuna steaks no longer frozen inside ROP bags stored in reach in cooler at ceviche station.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee bathroom in kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees items stored in same rack with bags of onions, located next to kitchen water heater.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC near cook line with gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps under garage style doors towards back kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored under cutting board at prep table across from kitchen cookline.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooking utensils stored in water at 88F by flat grill kitchen cookline.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior at double cooking oven inside kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed not lights shields all throughout the kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed RIC at kitchen cookline with no ambient thermometer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located across from cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside RIC across from kitchen line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unseal concrete and floor tiles in disrepair located in front of kitchen cookline.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses stored on kitchen prep counters.
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice on counter 73F, per employee over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salad station: diced tomatoes 61F, approximately 30 mins, returned to cold storage at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: pork ribs 92F, returned to flattop for reheating. Rice on counter 73F, per employee over 4 hours. See stop sale. Employee states rice is normally held for 4 hours, no time mark, no written plan. Provided form for plan at time of inspection.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Cedric Kael Olivares expired 3-15-23
No soap provided at handwash sink. By cook line. Restocked at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing, sanitizing, then rinsing. Employee rearranged sink and corrected order at time of inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar ice well. Removed at time of inspection.
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