FISH HOUSE
1549 W BLUEHERON BLVD, Riviera Beach FL 33404 · 5616854805
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 15 visits since December 2023
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APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling in waiting area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025033475 | Mar 14, 2025 | Oct 27, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2024000957 | Dec 12, 2023 | Jun 7, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2018043736 | Aug 17, 2018 | Oct 14, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2017037925 | Jul 19, 2017 | Aug 23, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in kitchen above preparation table soiled with build up of debris. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted and pitted, discussed with operator to repair or replace.
Apr 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator handled box of plantains from floor and without washing hands employee handled containers of food in walk in freezer, discussed with operator who washed hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler raw chicken stored above raw fish, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
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. In walk in freezer non commercially packaged raw chicken stored directly above raw shrimp, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Reviewed with operator and emailed copy of big 6.
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. Reviewed with operator and emailed poster.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In kitchen by back door on storage rack unlabeled spray bottles of degreaser, discussed with operator who labeled bottles.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 1 dead roach on floor by back door. Approximately 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink. Approximately 20 dead roaches in light fixtures. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed copy to operator to print and post.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in kitchen above preparation table soiled with build up of debris. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted and pitted, discussed with operator to repair or replace.
Nov 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by front counter/ register. Advised operator to start cleaning and sanitizing areas;
Nov 6, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 102 live flies at: 10 live flies by walk-in freezer and steam table in the kitchen 30 live flies by the back door landing on bags of beans and rice 40 live flies by three compartment sink and dry storage shelves landing on dirty dishes and spices 10 live flies by prep table across from steam table in the kitchen 10 under prep table by walk-in freezer landing on empty buckets 2 live flies by front counter/ register Operator used a chemical free fly spray ( Ecologic).
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter Operator killed it.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by front counter/ register. Advised operator to start cleaning and sanitizing areas;
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed- heavy food debris everywhere on the floor throughout the kitchen
Nov 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 102 live flies at: 10 live flies by walk-in freezer and steam table in the kitchen 30 live flies by the back door landing on bags of beans and rice 40 live flies by three compartment sink and dry storage shelves landing on dirty dishes and spices 10 live flies by prep table across from steam table in the kitchen 10 under prep table by walk-in freezer landing on empty buckets 2 live flies by front counter/ register Operator used a chemical free fly spray ( Ecologic).
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter Operator killed it.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by front counter/ register. Advised operator to start cleaning and sanitizing areas;
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed- heavy food debris everywhere on the floor throughout the kitchen
Oct 31, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 102 live flies at: 10 live flies by walk-in freezer and steam table in the kitchen 30 live flies by the back door landing on bags of beans and rice 40 live flies by three compartment sink and dry storage shelves landing on dirty dishes and spices 10 live flies by prep table across from steam table in the kitchen 10 under prep table by walk-in freezer landing on empty buckets 2 live flies by front counter/ register Operator used a chemical free fly spray ( Ecologic).
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter Operator killed it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mac and cheese (46F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding)in walk-in cooler; foods not prepared or portioned today; foods out of temperature for approximately 1 hour; suggested to move to walk-in freezer to quick chill
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by front counter/ register. Advised operator to start cleaning and sanitizing areas;
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed- heavy food debris everywhere on the floor throughout the kitchen
Oct 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 102 live flies at: 10 live flies by walk-in freezer and steam table in the kitchen 30 live flies by the back door landing on bags of beans and rice 40 live flies by three compartment sink and dry storage shelves landing on dirty dishes and spices 10 live flies by prep table across from steam table in the kitchen 10 under prep table by walk-in freezer landing on empty buckets 2 live flies by front counter/ register Operator used a chemical free fly spray ( Ecologic).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cut vegetables in walk-in cooler; suggested operator to reverse;
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter Operator killed it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mac and cheese (46F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding)in walk-in cooler; foods not prepared or portioned today; foods out of temperature for approximately 1 hour; suggested to move to walk-in freezer to quick chill
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. brown stew chicken (126-141F - Hot Holding); in steam table at back of the kitchen; food out of temperature for approximately 1 hour; food not stirred; operator stirred food; stuffed pies (101F - Hot Holding)in hot box on the prep table; food out of temperature for approximately 1 hour; operator turned dial on;
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime- cutting board at steam table
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by front counter/ register. Advised operator to start cleaning and sanitizing areas;
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed- heavy food debris everywhere on the floor throughout the kitchen
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment- spoons and knife stored on dirty cutting board; removed
Mar 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. At walk in freezer, Raw chicken stored over raw fish, not all commercially packaged. Advised operator of proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen, Mac n cheese (59F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. At reach in cooler, packaged sea moss drink prepared and packaged on-site does not bear warning label. Operator stated label machine not working properly.
Dead roaches on premises. At rear of kitchen, dead roaches underneath storage shelf.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. At walk in freezer, food piled up not allowing easy cleaning and maintenance.
Mar 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found At kitchen back storage area, approximately 5 small flying insects landing on storage shelf.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. At rear of kitchen, household spray-Bug B Gone on shelf. Operator removed.
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. At walk in freezer, Raw chicken stored over raw fish, not all commercially packaged. Advised operator of proper storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling in waiting area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen, Mac n cheese (59F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. At reach in cooler, packaged sea moss drink prepared and packaged on-site does not bear warning label. Operator stated label machine not working properly.
Dead roaches on premises. At rear of kitchen, dead roaches underneath storage shelf.
Food stored on floor. At walk in freezer, fish stored on floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At kitchen, knives stored underneath equipment. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At kitchen, microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. At walk in freezer, food piled up not allowing easy cleaning and maintenance.
Standing water in bottom of walk in freezer. At walk in freezer, standing water on floor of unit.
Sep 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. cows feet stew (119F - Cooling) 2:30pm sitting atop of hot Bain Marie heat cooling since 12:00pm - see stop sale.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed hands no soap.
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 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. cows feet stew (119F - Cooling) 2:30pm sitting atop of hot Bain Marie heat cooling since 12:00pm - see stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. glass door warmer - fried chicken (109F - Hot Holding) operator states held over 4 hours in warmer - see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Bain Marie - oxtail stew (129F - Hot Holding) operator states held under 2 hours - operator moved to stove to reheat. Glass door warmer - Jamaican patties (129F - Hot Holding) operator states held under 2 hours - operator moved to oven.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed open beverage from prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food no hair restraint.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer - packaged meat on floor - operator moved to shelf.
May 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. At walk-in cooler; prescription medicine stored over and with food to be served to the public. Operator removed
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went from collecting/handling payment at cash register to preparing and packaging food without washing hands. Advised Operator to properly wash hands when changing task before working with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; portioned bag of raw goat meat stored on top of ready to eat plantains. Operator removed raw goat meat.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. At walk-in cooler; raw chicken stored over bags of unwashed onions. Advised Operator to store items properly.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometer unable to measure cooling/cold holding temperatures/range. Advised operator to acquire full range probe thermometer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At walk-in cooler; cooked meat (cow foot) and opened milk not date marked. Operator stated meat was cooked and milk was opened two days prior. Advised operator to apply appropriate date marks.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At triple sink; cleaning chemical stored in unmarked spray bottle. Advised operator to label spray bottle.
Food stored on floor. At walk-in cooler; bag of onions stored on floor. At walk-in freezer; bag of raw fish stored on floor. Advised Operator to store food at least 6 inches off floor.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler; unwashed pumpkin stored over cooked beans and unwashed cabbage stored over macaroni and cheese. Advised operator to move unwashed produce below ready to eat food.
Dec 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer raw chicken stored over open bag of ready to eat broccoli. Advised operator to store properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw chicken stored above cut cabbage. Operator moved cabbage above raw food.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; Cooked Jerk Chicken (97F - Hot Holding); Cooked Curry Chicken (114F - Hot Holding); Brown Stew Chicken (125F - Hot Holding); Cooked Oxtail (123F - Hot Holding); Cooked Cabbage (109F - Hot Holding). At Hot Holding Cabinet; Fried Chicken (107F - Hot Holding); Cook beef patty (113F - Hot Holding). Operator stated all items cooked or re-heated prior to being place in holding units, being held 2 hours. Advised operator to re-heat to 165F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels and hand washing sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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