FIVE SPICE VIETNAMESE PHO AND SUSHI BAR
1801 NE 8 ST, Homestead FL 33033 · 786-404-3125
Last inspected Aug 22, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies land on container with beans sprouts at preparation table.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 22, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
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/. Manager showed up at time of inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. Manager unable to find thermometer at time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed floor the top of the dishwasher soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black fan next to prep tables soiled with accumulated dust.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on the right side, left side and bottom of exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under shelf at walk in cooler has accumulation of debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed toaster at sushi bar heavily soiled with old food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed food employee put on gloves without first washing her hands to plate soup to serve to customers. coach employee.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washed hands with cold water at sushi bar handwash sink.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies land on container with beans sprouts at preparation table.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over sweet and sour sauce at reach in cooler in the cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash metal container with gloves on and then proceeded to touch ready to eat carrots pickles with same gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash metal container with gloves on and then proceeded to touch ready to eat carrots pickles with same gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cook brisket (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per manager less than 2 hours. Observed cook shrimp (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per operator for an hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca (85F - Hot Holding) near sealer machine.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing her hands in the triple sink. Coach employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink needs to the triple used to store container with soap.
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/. Manager showed up at time of inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. Manager unable to find thermometer at time of inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at sushi bar 83F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed floor the top of the dishwasher soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black fan next to prep tables soiled with accumulated dust.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pots not inverted at dry storage area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating a protein bar at cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on the right side, left side and bottom of exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under shelf at walk in cooler has accumulation of debris.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of avocados stored on floor under prep table with microwave.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed toaster at sushi bar heavily soiled with old food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door at reach in cooler at sushi station. Observed broken gaskets on reach in cooler across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler across cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler at sushi station.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Mar 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored above wakame salad at sushi station, operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sushi rice not time marked at sushi station, as per manager rice was cooked 30 minutes ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed sushi rice not time marked at sushi station, as per manager rice was cooked 30 minutes ago. Operator discarded during inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no certificate for employee Miguel R. has been working more than 60 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Operator restocked during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cook beef prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on flour container by fryers at cook line, operator removed during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted stored next to ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door at reach in cooler at sushi station. Observed broken gaskets on reach in cooler across cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed pickle ginger container stored on floor at sushi station. Operator stored properly during inspection. Also observed food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on rice container at dry storage area, operator removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler across cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal water bottle inside reach in cooler at cook line. Operator removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler at sushi station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw salmon(frozen) on preparation area at sushi station. Operator moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Dec 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled, observed behind equipments with grease on the floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk walk in cooler, freezer shelves with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in storage, kitchen area.
Oct 9, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification under Jimmy Nguyen expired on 07/22/2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled, observed behind equipments with grease on the floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk walk in cooler, freezer shelves with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in storage, kitchen area.
Oct 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over open cans of sauce.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.) Observed inside of the walk in cooler Marinated pork (65 F - Cold Holding); Marinated chicken (59 F - Cold Holding); Lemon grass soup (60 F - Cold Holding) according to the chef since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside of the walk in cooler Marinated pork (65 F - Cold Holding); Marinated chicken (59 F - Cold Holding); Lemon grass soup (60 F - Cold Holding) according to the chef since yesterday.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification under Jimmy Nguyen expired on 07/22/2025.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed water heater containers inside of the kitchen hand washing sink located block. Operator removed items
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on the sushi area hand washing sink. Employee provided paper towel
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed men's bathroom dirty.
Buildup of food debris/soil on equipment. Observed storage fan cover located in the kitchen area with heavy soiled, observed under prep table with heavy 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 walk in cooler ambient temperature 66 F
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches next to the fryers, one behind charbroiled grill, two behind ice machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees cooking employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled, observed behind equipments with grease on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill soiled, under stove with heavy soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk walk in cooler, freezer shelves with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in storage, kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler across cook line, as per operator food was cooked approximately 3 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observe tapioca pearls not time marked, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator time marked during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe at walk in freezer,also under equipment at kitchen area, and by ice machine.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observe personal drink opened on shelves at walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe at cook line.
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no back flow preventer for the mop sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the ice machine at the front counter soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at the front counter soiled.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed the men and women restrooms door did not close own it's own.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket by the dishwasher.
Nov 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish stored over dumplings in the walk in freezer. Operator moved the fish.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee preparing a dish,handling raw steak and then opened the standing reach in cooler and grabbed cooked noodles to finish preparing the dish. Employee did not change his gloves or wash his hands. Inspector instructed the employee to wash their hands and change their gloves when switching tasks.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from the stove. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator add ice bags during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed sushi rice at sushi rice station not time marked. As per employee for over 4 hours. Operator discarded the rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca pearls (86F - Hot Holding) in warmer at prep area. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator moved food to reach in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no back flow preventer for the mop sink.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash their hands in the three compartment sink. Inspector instructed the employee to only wash their hands in approved handwashing sinks.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda dispenser nozzles soiled in the kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple dishes in the handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine testing strips.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the ice machine at the front counter soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at the front counter soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink at preparation area at front counter. Operator removed the the cup.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food in standing reach in cooler next to soda dispenser.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of ginger and mayonnaise stored on the floor at the front counter next to the handwashing sink. Observed Batter mix and soy sauce on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator moved the items.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a bowl in kimchi sauce container from reach in cooler in the front.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed the men and women restrooms door did not close own it's own.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket by the dishwasher.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC at cook line and sushi station.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed onions inside walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling dirty dishes and clean dishes not changing gloves. Instructed in correct procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled rice warmer, on preparation table at kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed on ice dispenser at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drinks inside reach in contact at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak and meatballs (frozen) on cart next to dishwasher machine, as per Manager less than 30 minutes, Manager stated food is being prepared and portioned.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC throughout kitchen.
Feb 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powder creamer container not identified at bubba station.
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw customer above unwashed vegetables in shelves at walk in cooler. Employee stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinated pork (54F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per employee less than 4 hours. Manager moved marinated pork to freezer. marinated pork (43F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed sushi rice not time marked. Employee discarded during inspection.
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 during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a dirty spoon inside HWS at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. As pe
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 forms not filled out.
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. Expired on 1/30/2023.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour container at dry storage area. Employee removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed metal pot with broth stored on walk in cooler floor. Employee stored properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in kitchen area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe from 3 compartment sink and HWS in disrepair. As per manager pipe is going to be fix next week.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powder creamer container not identified at bubba station.
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