CANDIES CABARET
2663 NW 36 ST, Miami FL 33142
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 10 visits since April 2024
APR 24
NOV 24
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DEC 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on hose bibb behind chest freezer next to back door at kitchen area and on hose bibb outside of back door at kitchen area.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certificate expired for Borzoo Yazdanfar expired 01/26/26.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of dirty surface on top of reach in coolers next to ice machine at kitchen area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked pasta and raw marinade wing not dated marked inside reach in coolers next at kitchen area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on hose bibb behind chest freezer next to back door at kitchen area and on hose bibb outside of back door at kitchen area.
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.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certificate expired for Borzoo Yazdanfar expired 01/26/26.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available at the time of I inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta and raw marinade wing not dated marked inside reach in coolers next at kitchen area. Operator was unable to provide the date that was prepared. Stop Sale issued.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer handle soiled with grease accumulation next to back door at kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed on ice sink at bar area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of dirty surface on top of reach in coolers next to ice machine at kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven door handle at kitchen area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink was converted into a shower.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in coolers and freezers all around kitchen area.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled next to back door at kitchen area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand wash sink at bar area.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice machine with a hole on top of ice exposed at kitchen area. Also observed ice no covered at bar area.
Apr 21, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at water hose by kitchen exit rear door.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Did not observe any manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Did not observe any proof of food handler certification.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside of white reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers.
Dec 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken wings over beef inside reach in cooler. Operator placed them in proper order onsite.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at water hose by kitchen exit rear door.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Did not observe any manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Did not observe any proof of food handler certification.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside of white reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers.
May 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink. Operator placed onsite.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cuts in kitchen prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. Operator cleaned onsite.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers with sauce/liquid in them with no labels.
Jan 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed approved plans do not match the current layout. Observed a bar in the center of the establishment with hand washing sinks, a triple sink, ice bins and soda guns. The kitchen has a triple sink,only 1 hand sink and ice machine. And under the hood system there is a fryer, cook top and grill.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Reduced oxygen packaged food label that exceeds 30 calendar days from packaging to consumption. Observed beef and chicken breast frozen in ROP prepared on 10/2/24.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) stored in the kitchen, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen handwashing sink blocked by a carpet cleaning machine. Operator removed.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed approved plans do not match the current layout. Observed a bar in the center of the establishment with hand washing sinks, a triple sink, ice bins and soda guns. The kitchen has a triple sink,only 1 hand sink and ice machine. And under the hood system there is a fryer, cook top and grill.
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 beef and chicken breast frozen in ROP prepared on 10/2/24.
Observed in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed.
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 ROP chicken breast and beef in the reach in cooler with no date marking from when it was taken out of the freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans on file do not match existing layout. Observed a bar in the center of the establishment with hand washing sinks, a triple sink, ice bins and soda guns. The kitchen has a triple sink a hand sink an ice machine under the hood system there is a fryer cook top and grill. There are also a set of plans in the office that matches the current layout.
Jul 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans on file do not match existing layout. Observed a bar in the center of the establishment with hand washing sinks, a triple sink, ice bins and soda guns. The kitchen has a triple sink a hand sink an ice machine under the hood system there is a fryer cook top and grill. There are also a set of plans in the office that matches the current layout.
Apr 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the kitchen.
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/. Plans on file do not match existing layout. Observed a bar in the center of the establishment with hand washing sinks, a triple sink, ice bins and soda guns. The kitchen has a triple sink a hand sink an ice machine under the hood system there is a fryer cook top and grill. There are also a set of plans in the office that matches the current layout.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the restrooms.
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.