FARMERS MARKET REST
300 N KROME AVE, Florida City FL 33034 · (305)246-9565
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. 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
Jan 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwash sink soiled with flour.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in coolers throughout the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers of beans removed from original container not labeled at shelve across soda machine.
Jan 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment offers mahi, catfish, salmon. No parasite destruction.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled near the microwave with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink near the triple sink blocked with trash can. Manager moved trash can.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of rice, case of water bottles, cases of juice stored on floor in kitchen. Manager stored products properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door at cook line. Manager stored tongs properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwash sink soiled with flour.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in coolers throughout the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed whole turkey sitting in water bath. As per operator for less than 15 minutes. No running water. Operator turned on water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers of beans removed from original container not labeled at shelve across soda machine.
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw gator in ziplock bags in reach in freezer above cookie dough. Operator corrected during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 6 mahi filets fully thawed in ROP. Observed 11 grouper filets fully thawed in ROP. Operator discarded on site.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks not secure next to dry food rack.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles with water damage in kitchen.
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 6 mahi filets fully thawed in ROP. Observed 11 grouper filets fully thawed in ROP. Operator discarded on site.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave with food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in next to microwave.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Mar 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed a container with pooled eggs stored above sausage inside the reach in cooler.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 4 cracked eggs stored inside the reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef at 50°F inside the reach in cooler. As per operator it was cooked last night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef at 50°F inside the reach in cooler. As per operator it was cooked last night. Stop sale was issued.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container with pooled eggs not covered inside the reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection 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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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled pancakes and utensils without washing hand.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employee was not aware that chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep is not allowed.
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed an opened water bottle stored above clean container by the dishwasher machine. Employee discarded the bottle.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Employee discarded the gum.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone, wallet, and car keys stored above preparation table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored in oven door. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled by the slice machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish and shrimps inside the reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered them.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.observed in preparation table. Employee removed it.
Oct 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above sausage and beef inside the reach in cooler. Employee placed raw 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 pasta and chicken date marked on 9/28. Employee discarded the food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gravy with sausage (49 F - Cold Holding)inside the reach in cooler. As per employee food was placed yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
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 inside the reach in cooler. Employee opened the packages.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a beverage stored on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish and shrimp inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the reach in cooler located by the door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee removed them.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 employee removed the cell phone stored in the preparation table and then engaged in food preparation without washing his hands.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed a container date marked on 2/25/2024 inside the reach in cooler. Operator was advised to change date once food is removed from freezer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed both scoop were missing the handle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed a cell phone stored in the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a few in the preparation table. Employee removed them.
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a wall in disrepair behind the 3 compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed it.
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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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.
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.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed food that was frozen date marked on 09/06. Operator placed a new label 10/05.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed roasted beef not date Marked inside the reach in cooler. As per operator it was cooked 2 days ago. Operator date marked the food.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed the missing ceiling tile.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a food storage container lid broken. Operator replaced the lid.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a wall in disrepair behind the 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the men's bathroom. Operator provided a sign.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed it.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish inside the reach in cooler not covered. Operator covered the food.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wiping cloths on top of the preparation table. Operator removed them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar not labeled. Employee labeled the sugar.
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