EL PORTON DE LA FLACA
1460 NW 107 AVENUE STE 29B AND 30C, Miami FL 33172 · 305-418-9422
Last inspected Feb 20, 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. Observed licensed expired 10/01/2023. Operator made the payment during the inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017057600 | Dec 6, 2017 | Apr 25, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw eggs raw shell eggs stored over cooked pork at reach in cooler unit kitchen area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with marks soiled with old food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen prep area and storage.
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 chlorine sanitizer flip top cooling unit with an ambient temperature of 67F.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed handwashing not ambient thermometer at flip top reach in cooler unit at kitchen line
Feb 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 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 chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at 0 ppm.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw eggs raw shell eggs stored over cooked pork at reach in cooler unit kitchen area
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 marinated chicken (60F - Cold Holding); marinated beef (60F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (57F - Cooling); raw shell eggs ( ambient temperature) (67F - Cold Holding) at flip top cooling unit, as per kitchen staff from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinated chicken (60F - Cold Holding); marinated beef (60F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (57F - Cooling); raw shell eggs ( ambient temperature) (67F - Cold Holding) at flip top cooling unit, as per kitchen staff from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked corn (83F - Hot Holding) at shelve in kitchen area, as per staff for less than four hours, staff proceeded to grind the corn to storage at reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with marks soiled with old food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen prep area and storage.
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 chlorine sanitizer flip top cooling unit with an ambient temperature of 67°F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed handwashing not ambient thermometer at flip top reach in cooler unit at kitchen line
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked corn (113F - Cooling) at kitchen prep table, as per cook from 3 hours ago, instructed cook to split the pot into small portions and placed it inside reach-in freezer to speed the cooling temperature correctly, coached cook on proper cooling parameters.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed cook handling raw shell eggs them cook food and not washing hands, coached cook in proper hand wash procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce (garlic and oil) (82F - Cold Holding) at prep table in kitchen area, as per cook for less than 4 hours, cook place it into reach-in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with old food residue.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles stained with water marks at kitchen prep area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at unit front counter area.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a box raw fish stored over cooked pork at reach-in cooler unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce (69F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area. As per chef for less than two hours, instructed chef to place and hold chimichurri sauce in cold bath always.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container with empanada filling at reach-in cooler unit.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout all throughout the kitchen and ware washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the the kitchen preparation tables and.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of potatoes stored in the kitchen floor.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front counter ice machine bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all throughout soiled cooling units gaskets.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking/serving cleaned utensils stored food contact first at kitchen table.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed all throughout to go trays stored not inverted at kitchen stored above reach-in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Aug 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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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 over raw beef inside reach in freezer at kitchen rear.
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. Observed 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed many containers of chicken, beef, empanadas and cut tomatoes without date at two different reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees Flor Castaño, Cardina Martínez, Lucía Hoyos, Nuri Cano, Hernan Ospina, Elsa's Valladares and Martin Ospina all expired food handling certificates as 07/25/2024.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents all throughout the kitchen soiled.
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 running at 60F located at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front counter ice machine.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and freezer with soiled interior in back prep area and near kitchen prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Aug 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate20 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 chlorine sanitizer dishwashing machine at 0ppm. Operator change chlorine sanitizer tested at 50 ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in freezer at kitchen rear.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed fried pork belly (52F - Cold Holding); cooked tripe (60F - Cold Holding); empanada filling (59F - Cold Holding) at standing reach in cooling at kitchen area according to operator since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried pork belly (52F - Cold Holding); cooked tripe (60F - Cold Holding); empanada filling (59F - Cold Holding) at standing reach in cooling at kitchen area, according to operator since yesterday.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed dishwasher staff not using the sanitizing stage at three compartment sink. Coached employee in the correct use and set up of three compartment sink.
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. Observed 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed many containers of chicken, beef, empanadas and cut tomatoes without date at two different reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees Flor Castaño, Cardina Martínez, Lucía Hoyos, Nuri Cano, Hernan Ospina, Elsa's Valladares and Martin Ospina all expired food handling certificates as 07/25/2024.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled exterior of dishwasher machine at front counter
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents all throughout the kitchen soiled.
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 running at 60°F located at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed staff washing and rinsing and skipping sanitizer station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler running at 60°F located at kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front counter ice machine.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and freezer with soiled interior in back prep area and near kitchen prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum trays stored not inverted over reach in cooler at kitchen area. Staff removed trays and placed them correctly.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping towels at preparation table in the rear.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at all reach in cooler units in kitchen area.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed grainger grinding equipment stored next to preparation table at the rear.
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar container not covered at front counter.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed second floor storage with many unnecessary equipments.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls all throughout the kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout establishment not store in chlorine sanitizing solution.
Aug 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 over raw beef inside reach in freezer. Operator placed products in correct order.
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 form to operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and freezer with soiled interior in back prep area and near kitchen prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout establishment not store in chlorine sanitizing solution.
Mar 27, 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 Intermediate10 Basic
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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 over raw beef inside reach in freezer. Operator placed products in correct order.
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 form to operator.
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 form to operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled with food debris.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor near cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at cook line. Observed reach in cooler and freezer gasket soiled near prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and freezer with soiled interior in back prep area and near kitchen prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout establishment not store in chlorine sanitizing solution.
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Open food re-served to customers. Observed plastic containers with salsa inside on table for customer use and consumption. As per operator, the containers are refilled once they are empty of half empty. Operator removed all containers immediately.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in freezer. Operator placed products in correct order.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed female employee in kitchen area not changing gloves after engaging in raw food prep and touching metal pan handles at cook line. Coached employee to wash hands after changing tasks.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
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 form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal pan inside hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator removed immediately.
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 form to operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance inside near front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container of cooked rice at kitchen area. Observe bowl inside plastic bin containing corn in back prep area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled with food debris.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor near cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen with water damage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large white cutting board near cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee engaged in food prep in back kitchen area with no hair net.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of seasoning on floor near back prep area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two sets of tongs on oven door handle at cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler near prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at cook line. Observed reach in cooler and freezer gasket soiled near prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and freezer with soiled interior in back prep area and near kitchen prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in back storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout establishment not store in chlorine sanitizing solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed three squeeze bottles with sauces with no label near front counter.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
8 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employees handled soiled dishes to the kitchen and then handled clean equipment without washing their hands.Operator was coached to train employees to wash hands after handling soiled equipment.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee was rinsing utensils after sanitizing the utensils. Operator was coached how to sanitize utensils.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed licensed expired 10/01/2023. Operator made the payment during the inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above a container with sauce. Employee was advised to placed raw shell eggs at the bottom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed dessert and empanadas inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs (79 F - Cold Holding) at the preparation table. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee placed raw shell eggs inside the reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork at 48°F inside the reach in cooler as per employee it was cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork at 48°F inside the reach in cooler as per employee it was cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
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. Form was provided to operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at the hand wash sink at the front counter and also at the kitchen area.
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. Form was provided to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the hand wash sink at the front counter. Employee provided soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a small bowl stored above the rice.
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 in a food preparation. Employee removed it.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed dumpster is missing 1 lid.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 11 knives stored between the wall and the 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and also hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed meat inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 at the preparation table. Employee removed it.
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.