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9999 NW 89 AVE BAY 21, Medley FL 33178 · 305-299-5815
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed and provided to Manager at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a Brillo pad in handwashing sink at front counter. Employee removed item.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleaned.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees wearing bracelets while engaging in food preparation.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef stock thawing at room temperature. Coached employee on proper method. Employee placed container of stock under running water.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth at work station not stored in sanitizer solution.
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at dining area where food preparation is conducted not smooth and easily cleaned.
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Employee refilled bucket with a final reading of 100ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink.
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 four employees no manager onsite. Manager arrived during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Lianet, Andrea hired more than sixty days no proof of training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee use a small plastic to go dressing container as a scoop.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at dining area where food preparation is conducted not smooth and easily cleaned.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food preparation wearing b bracelets and watches.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers at ware washing.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed knife handle in poor repair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable at front counter.
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 reach-in freezer next to mop sink not working. Products were moved to other cold holding units.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff doing food preparation while wearing bracelets at kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on plastic containers at ware washing area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop was correctly placed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach-in cooler next to mop sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef, tostones, and cooked beef thawing at ambient temperature. Products were moved to cold holding unit for proper thawing.
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 food manager certificate for Carlos Gonzalez expired on 7-30-2024
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles, not smooth, located at front counter area, were coffee/espresso beverages are prepared.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky device hanging from ceiling over prep table at kitchen area. Manager removed fly sticky device from hanging above prep table.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed pours ceiling tiles at front counter area, were coffee/espresso is prepared.
Sep 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Printed and provided to Manager at time of inspection.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water at three compartment sink at 83F after running water for approximately 5 minutes. As per Manager water heater recently stopped functioning, in the process of contacting repair technician.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at men's restroom used by customers and food employees. Manager refilled paper towel dispenser.
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. Discussed and printed employee reporting agreement forms for all employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic cleaning substance not labeled, stored near front counter register. Manager labeled chemical spray bottle.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwash sinks throughout restaurant establishment between 82F-84F, after running water for approximately 5 minutes. As per Manager water heater recently stopped functioning, in the process of contacting repair technician.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed pours ceiling tiles at front counter area, were coffee/espresso is prepared.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or posted at bulletin board at time of inspection. Provided instructions on how to self print license to Manager.
Cutting board has cut marks and heavily grooved located behind front counter.
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.