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7310 SW 57 AVE, Miami FL 33143 · 5100021
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no form or kit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017059527 | Dec 11, 2017 | Jan 19, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 33 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate20 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 33 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee plate salad with bare hands with no approved AOP. Observed employee touch FCS of spoon with bare hands and use same spoon to handle gorgonzola cheese.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid in storage room where walk in cooler is located.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed cooked steak on cloth towel resting. Observed employee plate salad with bare hands with no approved AOP. Observed employee touch FCS of spoon with bare hands and use same spoon to handle gorgonzola cheese.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 tuna filet thawed in ROP.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: shredded cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (49F - Cold Holding); gorgonzola (52F - Cold Holding); roasted red peppers (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours at cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line: fish (102F - Hot Holding). As per chef, less than 1 hour, cook removed from under cook line.
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. Observed no form or kit.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed mussels with tags missing last date of sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food shelves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed knife stored in handsink at front counter.
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 more than 4 employees on site, no certified food manager present.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed container of mussels with their original tag. Manager has tag marked with receiving date and found tag for batch.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on food and dish racks.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed cooler handles soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
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. See stop sale. Observed 4 tuna filet thawed in ROP.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Red Bull on drink cooler. Observed Diet Coke can above soup warmer.b
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cooks on line with bracelet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in cooler at front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind dish machine and beer coolers at front counter.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under dish machine and front counter.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of wine stored in restroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in warewash area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at ice machine next to dishwasher.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at front counter.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 tuna filets thawed in ROP. Observed 1 grouper filet thawed in ROP.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed tags not kept for 90 days. Inspector went over process for shell stock, provided handout.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food racks. Observed soiled dry dish racks.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed missing DOB, Alex and Jordan.
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. Observed Alex expired; 06/18/25.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents in establishment.
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 4 tuna filets thawed in ROP. Observed 1 grouper filet thawed in ROP.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed bag on top of sodas under beer cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in across oven.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at front counter due to cracked floor tiles.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at front counter.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of beer in bathroom. Operator removed during inspection.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in warewash area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in coolers. Observed under cook line equipment soiled surfaces.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in at cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in warewash and at front counter.
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in warewash.
Food stored on floor. Observed mussels and produce on floor of walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface under flat top. Observed gaskets in coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
Aug 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
4 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer; 0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken above potato in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 5 tuna filets thawed in ROP.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front punter: fries (71F - Cold Holding) garlic in oil (55F Cold Holding). As per operator less than 3 hours. Operator placed items in reach in cooler. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57F. The following tcs foods stored inside: raw steak (56F - Cold Holding); mussels (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (70F - Cold Holding); eggs (51F - Cold Holding); raw fish (56F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (56F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator food has been there more than4 hours.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in warewash.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57F. The following tcs foods stored inside: raw steak (56F - Cold Holding); mussels (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (70F - Cold Holding); eggs (51F - Cold Holding); raw fish (56F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (56F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator food has been there since the morning.
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 5 tuna filets thawed in ROP.
Food stored on floor. Observed mussels and produce on floor of walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface under flat top. Observed gaskets in coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer; 0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken above potato in walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef and chicken stored inside same container in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 5 tuna filets thawed in ROP.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57F. The following tcs foods stored inside: raw steak (56F - Cold Holding); mussels (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (70F - Cold Holding); eggs (51F - Cold Holding); raw fish (56F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (56F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator food has been there more than4 hours. Observed on tables as dressing for customers: Garlic in oil (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator made and held every 8 days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front punter: fries (71F - Cold Holding) garlic in oil (55F Cold Holding). As per operator less than 3 hours. Operator placed items in reach in cooler. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57F. The following tcs foods stored inside: raw steak (56F - Cold Holding); mussels (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (70F - Cold Holding); eggs (51F - Cold Holding); raw fish (56F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (56F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator food has been there more than4 hours.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry dish and food shelves soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in warewash.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57F. The following tcs foods stored inside: raw steak (56F - Cold Holding); mussels (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (70F - Cold Holding); eggs (51F - Cold Holding); raw fish (56F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (56F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator food has been there since the morning.
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 5 tuna filets thawed in ROP.
Food stored on floor. Observed mussels and produce on floor of walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface under flat top. Observed gaskets in coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. On top of front counter 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 tuna in 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. Chef removed from the bags
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipments with heavy soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled, observed walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed dessert not covered in the front counter area. Manager covered desserts.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish being thawed out at room temperature.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at cook line soiled with food debris.
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (50F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (49F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler as per operator for approximately 40 minutes. WIC door was open for delivery.
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/ Observed for Philippe Jacquet 9/24/19; Esther Sebban 9/24/19.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at cook line soiled with food debris.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex without label at front counter. Operator labeled bottle.
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 (41 - Cold Holding) inside ROP. As per operator for approximately an hour. Operator made unto package.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Operator provided and posted the sign.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp (frozen) thawing in standing water at triple sink. Employee started food prep.
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed the walk in cooler located outside at non secure area.
Jan 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed tuna stored over the base of pastries at reach in freezer cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the employee at cook line using the same gloves to touch raw fish and serving cooked chicken at preparation area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked duck legs (50 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per the manager from the day before. And tuna inside of ROP packaging at walk in cooler - 8 individuals package out of temperature (51°F cold holding). Manager was informed that this product has stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (53 F - Cold Holding); Tuna (47 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than two hours. And cooked duck legs (50 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per the manager from the day before. Manager was informed that this product has stop sale.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed manager filling a container with water at hand wash sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon on the menu not marked as raw. Operator was informed that they need to marked the product.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not labeled. Manager labeled the product.
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 inside of ROP packaging at reach in cooler. And at the walk in cooler 8 individuals package out of temperature (51°F cold holding). Operator opened the individual bags at reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with cooked duck legs stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor next to reach in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed the walk in cooler located outside at non secure area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.