CARIBE CAFETERIA RESTAURANT
2660 SW 137 AVE, Miami FL 33175 · 350.551.0012
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between C 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.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside WIC.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked beef inside RIC by HWS at cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at HWS by dishwasher.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 6 high priority.
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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 dishwasher chlorine at 0ppm. Advised manager to utilize 3 compartment sink instead.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside WIC.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked beef inside RIC by HWS at cook line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); soup (47F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per chef from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); soup (47F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per chef from previous day. Observed fresh garlic in oil (72F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per chef from 2 hours prior.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at HWS by dishwasher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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 WIC temperature at 50F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed throughout cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at HWS by dishwasher.
Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas, cooked pork, raw beef, cheese not covered inside WIC and WIF.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken not separated from raw pork. Operator separated pork onto another shelf.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker for one hose bib at the mop sink and one hose bib near the handwash sink towards the cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a build up of oil and soil on multiple cooking pots and pans. Observed soiled the interior of walk in cooler.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust inside the walk in cooler walls, and on the shelves of walk in cooler and reach in freezers and food contact dry storage shelves near the office.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed for ice machine in the front area near espresso machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed near office where single service items are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed two holes above dry storage shelves near the office. Also observed in disrepair the ceiling panel above 3CS.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed single-service items store in a section where there are no ceiling tiles near the office.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed in disrepair the door and door gasket of walk in freezer and multiple reach in freezers in the establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed inside the walk in cooler and freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles near cook line.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in the back food storage and warewash area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build on the floor, walls and ceiling vents of walk in freezer and also white reach in cooler in the front area.
Light not functioning. Observed 5 light bulbs out above the cook line stove.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield in the warewash area and above the reach in cooler towards cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple door gaskets for walk in cooler, walk in freezer, and reach in coolers around the establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled the shelves and interior of reach in coolers in the establishment.
Stored food not covered. Observe cooked chicken, cooked beef, croquetas inside the walk in cooler.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken not separated from raw pork. Operator separated pork onto another shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (127F - Hot Holding); ham and cheese empanada (126F - Hot Holding); chicken emoamadas (129F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. Per operator they were cooked around 45 mins to an hour ago. Operator sent to the kitchen to reheat, 2nd temps: chicken empanada (168F - Reheating); beef empanada (147F - Reheating); hams and cheese empanada (146F - Reheating)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker for one hose bib at the mop sink and one hose bib near the handwash sink towards the cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a build up of oil and soil on multiple cooking pots and pans. Observed soiled the interior of walk in cooler.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the steaks cooked according to customer preference not identified and linking to consumer advisory on the menu
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust inside the walk in cooler walls, and on the shelves of walk in cooler and reach in freezers and food contact dry storage shelves near the office.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed for ice machine in the front area near espresso machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed near office where single service items are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed two holes above dry storage shelves near the office. Also observed in disrepair the ceiling panel above 3CS.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed single-service items store in a section where there are no ceiling tiles near the office.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed chlorine 0ppm for first test. Observed chlorine 100ppm on second test.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed in disrepair the door and door gasket of walk in freezer and multiple reach in freezers in the establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed inside the walk in cooler and freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles near cook line.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in the back food storage and warewash area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build on the floor, walls and ceiling vents of walk in freezer and also white reach in cooler in the front area.
Light not functioning. Observed 5 light bulbs out above the cook line stove.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield in the warewash area and above the reach in cooler towards cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple door gaskets for walk in cooler, walk in freezer, and reach in coolers around the establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled the shelves and interior of reach in coolers in the establishment.
Stored food not covered. Observe cooked chicken, cooked beef, croquetas inside the walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep counter at the cook line.
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris on top preparation table. Manager removed, cleaned during inspection. Also observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris behind front counter. Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly next to 3 compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not labeled next to dry storage area. Manager labeled properly during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal container being used as scoops to dispense flour at cookline. Manager removed and provided proper container with handle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles spiked with brown stains in dining area. Also on top of 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee personal drink on top of preparation table in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler. Employee cleaned dry during inspection.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth at cook line. And next to washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of black beans being stored on the floor across 3 compartment sink. Manager removed and stored properly during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice machine. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 2 knives stored between wall and preparation table in prep area. Manager removed and discarded knives.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed white wiping cloth under white cutting board in pre area. Manager removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled with food debris at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork stored inside reach in cooler not covered. Manager covered during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Manager touched soiled apron, then proceed to touch ready to each cheese at reach in cooler by cook line without washing hands. Instructed manager to wash hands before touching food and he did, and manager also discard cheese.
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. Provided to operator via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and yellow rice at walk in cooler not date marked for more than 24 hours.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing at managers office.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line, and preparation table at kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint prepping sandwiches at front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at ware washing area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at warewashing area. Observed at walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled at preparation table by cook line.
Light not functioning. Observed at walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employees restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hand sink soiled by cook line. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Obseved back door open.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler near the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw shrimp, and raw swai not covered at reach in cooler near cook line. Observed beef, raw chicken, cooked pork and yellow rice at walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at coffee station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour at dry storage area not labeled Observed sugar at front counter not labeled.
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (122F - Hot Holding); for less than 4 hours as per operator, located underneath of the steam table, operator reheated at 165°F.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan in walk in cooler, was prepared from more than 24 hours as per operator with no date market.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser in spray bottle with no label.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. By the exit door.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between reach in cooler and wall. Operator removed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the dishwasher machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container with no label
Met inspection standards. 32 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored at front counter above the preparation area.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed cook washed hands for less than 10 seconds. Employee was coached how to wash hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee closed faucet and then grabbed paper towels. Employee was coached how to hand wash properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed precooked onions next to the grill at 62 F hot holding. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued. Also observed individually portioned mojo containing fresh chopped garlic, being held at front counter at 50F cold holding. As per operator, for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed individually portioned mojo containing fresh chopped garlic, being held at front counter at 50F cold holding. As per operator, for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed precooked onions next to the grill at 62 F hot holding. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juice dispensing machine top plate soiled with mold like substance at at front counter. Observed can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter handwashing sink and at back kitchen area hand washing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded chicken and portioned pasta not date marked in walk in cooler. As per chef, for more than 24 hrs.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in women's bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam bowl used as a scoop in sugar. Operator removed scoop.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee thermos stored over food preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone above prep table.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee at cook line preparing food without a beard guard on.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine lid in disrepair. Also observed gasket torn in reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed cutting board in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris next to drainage at 3 compartment sink.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor not smooth and in disrepair in kitchen and cook line.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth and in disrepair in kitchen and cook line.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed butter next to hand wash sink located by the sandwich station
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. observed ice buildup in chest freezer in kitchen area.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop touching cooked rice at kitchen steam table.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board in kitchen preparation area. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled and also observed hood filters in the kitchen area soiled.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed pipe leading to drain removed at 3 compartment sink and at dishwashing area. Waste water drains directly on floor near the drain.
Stored food not covered. Observed Liver not covered inside the reach in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking water on floor underneath three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in a bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled in kitchen area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Manager touched soiled apron, then proceed to touch ready to each cheese at reach in cooler by cook line without washing hands. Instructed manager to wash hands before touching food and he did, and manager also discard cheese.
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. Provided via email.
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 Manager Herman Amaya certification expired on 11/20/2022.
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. Provided to operator via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and yellow rice at walk in cooler not date marked for more than 24 hours.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing at managers office.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line, and preparation table at kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint prepping sandwiches at front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at ware washing area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at warewashing area. Observed at walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled at preparation table by cook line.
Light not functioning. Observed at walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employees restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hand sink soiled by cook line. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Obseved back door open.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler near the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw shrimp, and raw swai not covered at reach in cooler near cook line. Observed beef, raw chicken, cooked pork and yellow rice at walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at coffee station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour at dry storage area not labeled Observed sugar at front counter not labeled.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee came in back door and put on gloves without washing hands, discussed with operator
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Non commercial pest spray in office
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Chicken being prepped on table in kitchen with uncovers brown of bees on shelf below table.
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Throughout coolers
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Doors to back of kitchen left open. Screen door has gaps
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