DOUCE RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
2640 SOUTH STATE RD 7, Miramar FL 33023 · 786-290-4985
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Trays of raw beef meatballs stored above container of raw conch in reach in cooler under raw meat flip top in coke line. Chef inverted.
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2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023020241 | Mar 22, 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2022012086 | Mar 15, 2022 | May 12, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked with chemical jug. Operator removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 six (6) employees on duty, no Food Manager present.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed incomplete date marking. The walk in freezer is 100%. The walk in cooler is 40%. Observed cooked pork, thawed chicken, etc. all 25-36 hours since production, no date marks.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top coolers on cook line at 45°F. Operator states food less than 2 hours. Operator reduced quantities to leas than 2 hours and provided ice bags until repaired.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed kitchen door and lounge area door.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of meat stored directly on the walk in freezer floor. Operator relocated to a shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler exterior thermometer broken. Need internal thermometer.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Jan 12, 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door in kitchen.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves on rack across from Dishwashing machine.
Water leaking from faucet handle at employees handwashing sink in kitchen.
Aug 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap while initiate task working with cooked food. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Trays of raw shell eggs stored above containers of sauces in walk in cooler. Employee inverted.
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. Cooked Chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Turkey (48F - Cold Holding); Macaroni and cheese (50F); Pikliz (49F - Cold Holding); Half and half (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Turkey (48F - Cold Holding); Macaroni and cheese (50F); Pikliz (49F - Cold Holding); Half and half (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet at mop sink in back of kitchen.
Kitchen Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean Containers on shelf next to dishwasher. Employee removed and cleaned during inspection.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Trays of raw beef meatballs stored above container of raw conch in reach in cooler under raw meat flip top in coke line. Chef inverted.
Handle of flip top in cook line is missing.
Water leaking from faucet. Handwashing sink in kitchen.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. 1) Walk in freezer- Cooked Oxtails (58-60F - Cooling) 2) Walk in Cooler- Cooked Pork (48-50F - Cooling). Per cook food items in units overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lids. See Stop Sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shrimps stored above container of cooked Turkey in walk in Freezer. Cook inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1) Walk in freezer- Cooked Oxtails (58-60F - Cooling) 2) Walk in Cooler- Cooked Pork (48-50F - Cooling). Per Cook food items in units overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lids. See Stop Sale.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine solution 225 ppm. Cook remade to 100ppm.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test kit.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour in dry storage area. Employee removed.
Container of oil stored on floor in dry storage area. Employee elevated.
Garbage can located outside lid open.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen. Sign provided.
Very slow draining water in handwash sink.
Walk in freezer foods not frozen solid.
Water leaking from faucet/handle. Hands washing sink in kitchen.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test kit.
Case of water stored on floor in walk in. Employee elevated.
Container of oxtails in walk in cooler not covered. Employee covered during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean containers on rack next to exit door.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Employee stored in sanitizer bucket.
Sep 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Container of raw chicken stored above container of cabbage in walk in cooler. 2) Container of raw fish and bag of raw beef stored above bags of mixed vegetables and cases of sweet plantains in walk in freezer. 3) Pan of raw of raw chicken stored behind pan of raw shrimp in meat flip top. Chef stored items correctly.
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. Victory flip top-; Macaroni and cheese (48-50F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (49-50F - Cold Holding) Per chef food items in unit overnight. Items not portioned or prepared today. Observed gasket torn. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Victory flip top-; Macaroni and cheese (48-50F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (49-50F - Cold Holding) Per chef food items in unit overnight. Items not portioned or prepared today. Observed gasket torn. See stop sale.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee eating while marinating meat on prep table front of triple sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hairnet during inspection.
Gasket in Victory reach in torn and disrepair.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers on shelves in ware washing area.
Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelf under prep table across from walk in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen conch stored in standing water in triple sink. PIC stored under running water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall exit of kitchen and ware washing area.
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.