CASA VERDE
15708 SW 72 ST UNIT A 5, Miami FL 33193 · 7863067990
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed online menu no consumer advisory for breakfast item-Rise and Shine-three eggs any style.
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. Observed no training certificates available, per operator via phone call, they are not available in the establishment. Verified either employees on site, no certificate available.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelving unit above 3CS that housed tongs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside the ice machine in front area.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed above prep area and 3CS.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent absolve prep area where rice cookers are. Also observed water damage in tiles above prep and 3 CS area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in. front area prep where powders, Nutella and peanut butter are.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed unavailable at the time of inspection.
No copy of latest inspection report available. * Observed unavailable at the time of inspection, must be available upon request by customers. *Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed accumulation of rust on shelving inside walk in cooler
Jul 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate10 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 salmon (124F - Hot Holding per operator prepped at 9am); steak (111F - Hot Holding per operator prepped at 9am); cooked chicken (107F - Hot Holding, per operator prepped at 9am). Observed steam table not working properly. In back area: quinoa (110F - Hot Holding per operator prepped at 9am)
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200 plus ppm). Operator diluted to 100 ppm.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificate was able to be provided. Spoke to manager on the phone and he could not provide at the time of inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed online menu no consumer advisory for breakfast item-Rise and Shine-three eggs any style.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
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. Observed no training certificates available, per operator via phone call, they are not available in the establishment. Verified either employees on site, no certificate available.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelving unit above 3CS that housed tongs.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed 3 containers of tuna salad not date marked, and one container of cooked sweet potato with no date mark. Per operator, they were prepared yesterday morning at 9am prep time.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside the ice machine in front area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed above prep area and 3CS.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent absolve prep area where rice cookers are. Also observed water damage in tiles above prep and 3 CS area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in. front area prep where powders, Nutella and peanut butter are.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed unavailable at the time of inspection.
No copy of latest inspection report available. * Observed unavailable at the time of inspection, must be available upon request by customers. *Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for hand wash sink in front area.
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed accumulation of rust on shelving inside walk in cooler
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area inside kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor in disrepair.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Observed employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food at front counter.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spinach (57F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (47F - Cold Holding). As per person in charge less than an hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Brown rice (76F - Hot Holding); white rice (127F - Hot Holding). As per person in charge less than an hour in the steam table. Operator started to re-heating to correct parameters.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Lysol air sanitizer spray and glass cleaner stored next to an open bag of matcha powder under prep table.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed on the menu no consumer advisory for breakfast item-Rise and Shine-three eggs any style.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used as a scoop inside flour bin under prep table.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area inside kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots not stored inverted at dry storage with household equipment on top.
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 frozen salmon inside walk in cooler being thawed improperly inside ROP bag. Operator removed from package.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor in disrepair.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed bin with broken lid under steam table at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottle water stored on floor in dry storage.
Observed accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Observed no Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Observed no copy of latest inspection report available.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Jul 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at the front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The test strips expired 6/2025.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer was calibrated but it reached to 40F instead of 32F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen area and water damage in woman's bathroom.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed several employee personal food not properly identified inside the reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler across the stove.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler across the stove at the front line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee removed his cell phone, placed gloves without washing hands. Employee was coached to wash hands before putting on gloves.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cut vegetables in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salmon (112 F - Hot Holding); chicken (125 F - Hot Holding); ground beef (122 F - Hot Holding); (122 F)in the steam table. As per employee food were placed at 9:00 am. Employee will reheat the food to 165°F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee took it to wash.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at the front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The test strips expired 6/2025.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer was calibrated but it reached to 40°F instead of 32°F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at the woman's bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen area and water damage in woman's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a coffee cup stored on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed several employee personal food not properly identified inside the reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored above preparation table. Employee removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler across the stove.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler across the stove at the front line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table. Employee removed it.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator added more pills and observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Also, observed soiled green cutting board in back kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender tops stored in handwashing sink at front counter. Operator removed utensils.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink near three compartment sink. Operator provided paper towel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table near single service cups at front counter. Operator removed phone.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of beans and lentils stored on floor in kitchen. Also, observed plastic bottles of water stored on front counter floor. Operator removed everything from floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by ice machine at front counter.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons faces up at front counter. Operator stored them faces down.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under three compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on preparation table under coffee machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and oil containers unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled containers.
Oct 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. Observed establishment without a license since June 2024.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sanitizer stored inside hand wash sink in back of kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin with accumulation of mold like substance.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open employee water bottle on preparation table.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door leading outside.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at all handwash sinks in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth on preparation table.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet WC stored on cutting board.
Oct 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority10 Intermediate18 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. Observed establishment without a license since June 2024.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White Rice (83F - Ambient); Spinach Rice (79F - Ambient) in rice pot in kitchen. As per operator, it was cooked at 9am this morning. Stop Sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pico De Gallo (49F - Ambient Less than 2 Hours); Tuna (50F - Ambient Less than 2 Hours); Cut Tomatoes (45F - Ambient Less than 2 Hours); Cut Lettuce (55F - Ambient Less than 2 Hours) at front counter. As per operator, food was placed on table less than 2 hours ago. Employee was advised to check the temperature and to not over fill containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White Rice (83F - Ambient); Spinach Rice (79F - Ambient) in rice pot in kitchen. As per operator, it was cooked at 9am this morning. Stop Sale was issued.
Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water at mop sink reaching a temperature of 80F after running for 5 minutes. No hot water in entire establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sanitizer stored inside hand wash sink in back of kitchen.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water at 3CS reaching a temperature of 80F after running for 5 minutes. No hot water in entire establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 3CS reaching a temperature of 80F after running for 5 minutes. No hot water in entire establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all handwash sinks throughout establishment.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at all handwash sinks throughout establishment.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed container of protein powder unlabeled on front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked eggs in WIC not date marked.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water reaching a temperature of 80F after running for 5 minutes. No hot water in entire establishment.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin with accumulation of mold like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted on shelf in kitchen near three compartment sink.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed unopened employee drink stored in ice machine at front counter.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open employee water bottle on preparation table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed nozzle of 3 compartment sink in disrepair and replaced with plastic bottle top.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door leading outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of lentils stored on floor of kitchen near three compartment sink.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between two preparation tables at front counter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at all handwash sinks in kitchen.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water at mop sink reaching a temperature of 80F after running for 5 minutes. No hot water in entire establishment.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open employee drink inside cooler at front counter.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth on preparation table.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in RIC at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored next to back exit door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet WC stored on cutting board.
Mar 29, 2024Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Maduros (115F - Hot Holding) at front counter. As per operator, 2 hours. Operator increase temperature and added water to hot holding unit for rapid heating.
Observed non-pitting surface rust on storage racks at walk-in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee doing meat preparation with no hair restraint at preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of rice stored on floor near bathrooms and plastic water bottles stored on floor near entrance to bathrooms.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets, fan guard at walk-in cooler, and reach-in cooler gaskets at front counter soiled.
Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1, 2023.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs stored over ginger at walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Tuna (46F - Cold Holding). As per owner 1 hour, moved to reach-in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef empanadas (121F - Hot Holding). As per owner 2 hours, owner increased hot holding cabinet temperature for rapid heating.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen.
Observed non-pitting surface rust on storage racks at walk-in cooler.
Observed water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter with no service date.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed turkey ground beef with no date marking at walk-in cooler. As per owner, two days.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed slicer stored on floor at kitchen area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic containers of rice stored on floor near bathrooms.
Food stored on floor. Observed container with meat stored on floor at walk-in cooler and plastic containers of rice stored on floor near bathrooms.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense food stored inside rice container near bathroom. Owner removed bowl.
Observed ceiling tile missing near ware washing area.
Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at kitchen area.
Observed no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler at front counter.
Open dumpster lid.
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.