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CARIBE CAFE RESTAURANT

3953 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33126 · 305-541-5449

Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats68
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2301576
Grade history
MAR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 insects flying around front counter and landing on bouquet of flowers, approximately 3 flying insects on wall above prep table by back exit, and 1 by service station on wall.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). During the inspection employee prepared a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-52-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef burgers stored over hash browns in 2 doors standing reach in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
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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 fish commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods. Operator removed fish from package.
Basic/06-09-1
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
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Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching their head and did not change gloves afterward. The employee was instructed to change gloves and follow proper hygiene protocols
High priority/12A-10-4/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
High priority/29-34-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Chicken salad and cooked croquettes were found stored together in the walk-in cooler without proper date labeling. During the inspection, the employee labeled the items accordingly.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with raw ground beef stored on the floor in walk in freezer. During the inspection employee removed item and placed it correctly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4
Stored food not covered. Observed bread stored in reach in cooler, located at front counter not covered. During the inspection employee covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at warmer at coffee bar: cheese pastry (118F - Hot Holding); chicharons (103F - Hot Holding); tequenos (122F - Hot Holding). As per operator, pastries have been there for less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Inspector went over proper temperature and techniques for hot holding. Operator took food out of warmer that was not in temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed at warmer: chicharons (88F - Hot Holding); cheese and guava pastry (118F - Hot Holding); Meat pastry (121F - Hot Holding). Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at bar. Operator moved during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed wet cloths stored inside hand sink at bar during callback. Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed knife magnet rusted near back kitchen exit. Observed table in back near oven with rust where spices are kept. Observed rust on shelves for dry food storage.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed knife magnet rusted near back kitchen exit. Observed table in back near oven with rust where spices are kept. Observed rust on shelves for dry food storage. Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several food items throughout coolers with out date mark being held more than 24 hours; food made 2 days prior. Operator wrote and labeled.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed same containers either no label or date mark. Time Extended
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled in kitchen area.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed exterior of dish machine soiled in kitchen area. Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles and microwave handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler handles and microwave handle soiled. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed soiled ceiling throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed soup pots outside of walk in freezer not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed soup pots outside of walk in freezer not inverted. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board next to stove area no longer smooth
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed cutting board next to stove area no longer smooth Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door to back kitchen exit with gap underneath.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed screen door to back kitchen exit with gap underneath. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of kitchen area where broken floor tiles are.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed standing water on floor of kitchen area where broken floor tiles are. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken or cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen and warewash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed broken or cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen and warewash area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed case of veggies on floor near back kitchen exit. Observed fish thawing in bucket on floor next to stove. Operator moved fish to cooler and vegetables off of floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed bucket of meat on floor in walk in freezer. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed exterior of water heater soiled. Observed cords to equipment soiled with dust throughout establishment.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed hood system soiled. Observed exterior of water heater soiled. Observed cords to equipment soiled with dust throughout establishment. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all reach in coolers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed in all reach in coolers throughout establishment. Time Extended
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep table foil torn and used as liner.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed under prep table foil torn and used as liner. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at all coolers.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves at all coolers. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen. Time Extended
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority6 Intermediate22 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored in container on top of beans in kitchen area. Employee moved to bottom shelf away from food.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves and handle raw eggs, no handwash prior. Inspector coached manager on proper handwashing techniques before beginning tasks.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef above green onions. Operator moved onions for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at warmer at coffee bar: cheese pastry (118F - Hot Holding); chicharons (103F - Hot Holding); tequenos (122F - Hot Holding). As per operator, pastries have been there for less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Inspector went over proper temperature and techniques for hot holding. Operator took food out of warmer that was not in temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at bar. Operator moved during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed knife magnet rusted near back kitchen exit. Observed table in back near oven with rust where spices are kept. Observed rust on shelves for dry food storage.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several food items throughout coolers with out date mark being held more than 24 hours; food made 2 days prior. Operator wrote and labeled.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator removed bottle voluntarily.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled in kitchen area.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam cups used as scoops for rice and flour. Operator threw away containers.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles and microwave handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed soup pots outside of walk in freezer not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board next to stove area no longer smooth
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door to back kitchen exit with gap underneath.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of kitchen area where broken floor tiles are.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken or cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen and warewash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed case of veggies on floor near back kitchen exit. Observed fish thawing in bucket on floor next to stove. Operator moved fish to cooler and vegetables off of floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 80F. Inspector explained for utensils to be in water must be 135F or above.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed exterior of water heater soiled. Observed cords to equipment soiled with dust throughout establishment.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open, operator closed during inspection.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all reach in coolers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep table foil torn and used as liner.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed wet cloths not stored in buckets when not in use on prep tables in kitchen. Operator removed cloths from tables during inspection.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water under cutting board next to stove area. Operator placed fish into walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at all coolers.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop at mop sink not hung to dry. Operator hung mop for when not in use.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar near wait station not labeled. Operator placed label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Aug 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in coffee bar area with sanitizer bucket inside of it. Hand wash sink used to wash out bucket underneath orange juice machine.*Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Intermediate/31A-11-4//Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Observed wiping cloths and bucket in hand wash sink Time Extended
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container of sugar in kitchen with small bowl inside, no handle for scoop.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Observed container of sugar in kitchen with small bowl inside, no handle for scoop. Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots for soup not inverted on dish rack in kitchen near back exit.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Observed pots for soup not inverted on dish rack in kitchen near back exit. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to Observed gap at bottom of door in back of kitchen at exit next to staircase..
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed pipe above dry storage area leaking onto floor.
Basic/08B-36-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Observed pipe above dry storage area leaking onto floor Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of meat stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Observed containers of meat stored on floor of walk in freezer Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets and air vents in walk in freezer and coolers. Soiled gaskets and air vents in reach in coolers.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Aug 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority4 Intermediate18 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook crack raw shell eggs to cook on flat top, then attempted to flip chicken on grill. Inspector stopped cook and coached him on proper hand wash techniques after touching raw foods.
High priority/12A-27-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 insects flying around front counter and landing on bouquet of flowers, approximately 3 flying insects on wall above prep table by back exit, and 1 by service station on wall.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over tomato and onions, raw beef and pork stored above raw shrimp and salmon.
High priority/08A-04-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler facing back door exit next to staircase: Sliced Cheese (56F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (56F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (59F - Ambient Temperature)As per manager, cheese and heavy cream bought the day before, eggs were stored 4 hours prior to inspection. Cooked rice (45F - cooling, as per manager; rice was cooked the previous day.)
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler facing back door exit next to staircase: Sliced Cheese (56F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (56F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (59F - Ambient Temperature ) As per manager, cheese and heavy cream bought the day before, eggs were stored 4 hours prior to inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed Cooked rice in walk in cooler (45F - cooling, as per manager; rice was cooked the previous day.)
High priority/03D-06-5/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook attempt to wash hands at three compartment sink with soapy water and scrub pad instead of designated hand wash sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in coffee bar area with sanitizer bucket inside of it. Hand wash sink used to wash out bucket underneath orange juice machine.*Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Intermediate/31A-11-4/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen and at sink underneath orange juice machine. Discussed with manager about hand wash supplies, manager placed paper towels at both sinks.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container of sugar in kitchen with small bowl inside, no handle for scoop.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots for soup not inverted on dish rack in kitchen near back exit.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
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 cooler not working properly. Ambient temperature reading 65F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open container of employee food on prep table where cook was wrapping pork shoulders.
Basic/12B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bottle and food containers stored above flan for customers at reach in cooler in bar area
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple plans on shelves wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler facing back exit next to staircase thermometer does not move whether unit is open or closed.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to Observed gap at bottom of door in back of kitchen at exit next to staircase..
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed pipe above dry storage area leaking onto floor.
Basic/08B-36-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of meat stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed knives being held directly against wall by back exit and staircase.
Basic/10-02-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 88F next to stove. Discussed with manager on proper storage techniques.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets and air vents in walk in freezer and coolers. Soiled gaskets and air vents in reach in coolers.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at coffee station not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler next to cook line. Raw beef stored over deli ham and hash browns. Operator moved
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door reach in cooler nearest ice machine flan (51F - Cold Holding); milk (49F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On shelf beneath steamwell in kitchen mashed potatoes (111F - Hot Holding)
High priority/03B-01-6/Repeat Violation
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib at mop sink
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink nearest cook line and on service line. Operator stocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Basic/22-20-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep tables and shelf over salad station
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In forward sandwich/salad area. Tongs hanging on cabinet handle. Operator moved
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line cutting board. Operator moved
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 17, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all cutting boards at the kitchen stained and soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Observed all cutting boards at the kitchen stained and soiled Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter by the orange juice squeeze machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter by the orange juice squeeze machine. Time Extended
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/. Front counter: establishment added a sandwich prep station to the area on the approved plans New Deliveries. Observed a reach in cooler with food inside, a countertop with 3 sandwich pressing machines. Observed employee preparing sandwiches during the inspection. Also observed a new coffee station: coffee machine in the same area, employees preparing coffee during the inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · At time of call back inspection observed no approved plans No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made at the front counter: establishment added a sandwich prep station to the area on the approved plans New Deliveries. Observed a reach in cooler with food inside, a countertop with 3 sandwich pressing machines, also observed employee preparing sandwiches during the inspection also observed a new coffee station: coffee machine in the same area, employees preparing coffee during the inspection. Admin Complaint
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the three compartment sink: battery dead in the paper towel dispenser. Operator placed a roll of paper towels at the hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots no proper storage by the cans shelf. Discussed with the operator the proper way.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Observed pots not properly stored by the storage shelves at back of kitchen. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tile by the triple sink kitchen area.
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Observed missing tile by the triple sink kitchen area . Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs hanging on the oven handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Observed 1 tong hanging on the oven handle at cook line. Time Extended
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control divise on top the ice and the glass shelf at the waiter station.
Basic/35B-02-4/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Observed insect control divise on top the ice and the glass shelf at the waiter station. Time Extended
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Kitchen, top shelf by the cookline: observed plastic squeeze bottles with A1 sauce and cooking oil without labels.
Basic/02D-01-5/Return visit Oct 17, 2023 · Kitchen, top shelf by the cookline: observed plastic squeeze bottles with A1 sauce and cooking oil without labels. Time Extended
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 6 high priority.

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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. Double door reach in cooler in front of the cook line: cooked shredded pork (57F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the night before and stored inside the walk in cooler overnight.
High priority/03D-02-5
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Double door reach in cooler in front of the cook line: cooked shredded pork (57F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the night before and stored inside the walk in cooler overnight.
High priority/01B-36-5
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw eggs to cook on the flat-top grill, touch the spatula to flip the eggs, remove gloves and put on new gloves without washing hands or spatula. Discussed with the employee, employee removed the soiled gloves and washed hand properly.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed cheese stored over raw chicken at the reach in cooler by cooking line. Discussed with the operator and operator move the cheese.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. basket on the fryer: sweet plantain (122F - Hot Holding) As per operator, cooked 20 minutes before the inspection. Operator reheated to 177F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm). Operator made new solution, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee cracking raw eggs to cook on the flat-top grill, touch the spatula to flip the eggs, remove gloves and put on new gloves without washing hands or spatula. Discussed with the employee, employee removed the soiled gloves and washed hand properly. Observed 1 employees washing hands at the three compartment sink. Discussed with the employee the designated hand washing sinks. Employee washed hands properly at the hand wash sink in the kitchen after inspection coached and trained.
Intermediate/53B-15-4
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed 1 employee washing hands at the three compartment sink. Discussed with the employee the designated hand washing sinks. Employees washed hands properly at the hand wash sink in the kitchen after inspection coached and trained.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all cutting boards at the kitchen stained and soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter by the orange juice squeeze machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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/. Front counter: establishment added a sandwich prep station to the area on the approved plans New Deliveries. Observed a reach in cooler with food inside, a countertop with 3 sandwich pressing machines. Observed employee preparing sandwiches during the inspection. Also observed a new coffee station: coffee machine in the same area, employees preparing coffee during the inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter by the orange juice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the three compartment sink: battery dead in the paper towel dispenser. Operator placed a roll of paper towels at the hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic glass inside ground garlic container by kitchen area
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots no proper storage by the cans shelf. Discussed with the operator the proper way.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water cup by the cooking area on top of steam table shelf.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed boxe of cigarette and a use cigarettes above tomato's can shelf by the dry storage, observed personal cell phone, car key and speaker on top of sugar container by the prep area.
Basic/40-06-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tile by the triple sink kitchen area.
Basic/36-17-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs hanging on the oven handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control divise on top the ice and the glass shelf at the waiter station.
Basic/35B-02-4
Interior of ovenhas accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed bottom of the oven by the kitchen area soiled.
Basic/22-08-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the three compartment sink and front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach cooler gaskets by the cooking area soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cup holders for to go coffee stored on the floor by the second floor dry storage.
Basic/25-05-4
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 2 packages of malanga puree no proper thawed by the prep area inside aluminum container. Discussed with the operator the proper and operator moved the reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm). Operator made new solution, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Basic/21-07-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Kitchen, top shelf by the cookline: observed plastic squeeze bottles with A1 sauce and cooking oil without labels.
Basic/02D-01-5

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