CRAFT AMERICAN EATERY
5911 NW 36 ST, Virginia Gardens FL 33166 · 305-748-8276
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023. Operator renewed License during Routine Inspection. Confirmation #: 236057797.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple task without changing gloves. Instructed employee on proper method.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink located at entrance of kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta at reach in cooler across cook line at kitchen held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooking oil bucket not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler at kitchen. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled.
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 salmon and tuna inside bags in drawer under cook line in kitchen. Operator removed salmon and tuna from bags.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in coolers gaskets torn in kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Stored food not covered. Observed baked potatoes containers uncovered inside reach in cooler. Operator covered containers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels in bucket with sanitizer.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 0ppm). Operator fixed DM and observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cut tomatoes inside reach in cooler. Operator stored foods as per safety protocols.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed fish by chicken inside reach in cooler. Operator stored foods as per safety protocols.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled spray bottle.
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 salmon inside bags in reach in cooler. Operator removed salmon completely from bag.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking under hand wash sink in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed baking soda container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of juices stored on Bar floor. Operator removed bottles from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed inside 2nd floor storage.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside container. Operator stored scoop correctly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets under griddle in kitchen.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with chlorine and degreaser unlabeled by dish washing machine. Operator labeled spray bottles.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed phone.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays box stored on storage room floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled on shelf inside kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023. Operator renewed License during Routine Inspection. Confirmation #: 236057797.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over tomatoes inside reach in cooler in storage room. Operator stored them correctly.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Nancy Lachance, 2/9/2021. FLORIDA RESTAURANT AND LODGING ASSOCIATION.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container on prep table inside kitchen. Operator provided lid and straw.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed vegetables stored directly inside thank you bags inside storage on second floor. Operator removed bags.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over spinach inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Operator stored them correctly.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Quaternary Test Kit.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed wooden spoons faces up on shelf by cook line in kitchen. Operator stored them faces down.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag and phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed vegetables and stored them inside food graded bags.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 90°F by grill inside kitchen. Operator started to reheat water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets under grill inside kitchen, and under coffee machine at front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towels on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
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.