FLANIGANS SEAFOOD BAR AND GRILL
11415 S DIXIE HWY, Kendall FL 33156 · 305-378-4000
Last inspected Jul 18, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (123F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per employee lees than 1 hour. Employee proceeded to reheat food.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 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 dish machine in kitchen not functioning, 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coolers on cook line with ambient temp of 45F; the following TCS foods stored inside: raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw burger patty (50F - Cooling); cheese shredded (49F - Cold Holding); mahi (55F - Cooling). As per operator, all food has been there less than 4 hours. Operator has employees grab bags of ice to place on items. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 47F; the following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (46F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (45F - Cold Holding).
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
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 coolers on cook line with ambient temp of 45F; the following TCS foods stored inside: raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw burger patty (50F - Cooling); cheese shredded (49F - Cold Holding); mahi (55F - Cooling). As per operator, all food has been there less than 4 hours. Operator has employees grab bags of ice to place on items. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 47F; the following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (46F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (45F - Cold Holding).
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean dish racks. Operator removed during inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in lowboys under grill.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection 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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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket with 0 ppm; quart. Operator discarded and replaced sanitizer buckets with proper ppm. Final Quat reading: 200 ppm.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed lip gloss stored above hand sink at kitchen entrance. Operator removed on site.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on prep table across ovens. Operator removed during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack; operator removed during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed two cups in dessert cooler stored above food for customers. Operator had both removed during inspection.
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler between fryer and grill; raw shrimp above cooked potato skins. Employee changed order on site,
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with no label; operator removed to be written down.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed fish residue next walk in. Operator has employee already cleaning coolers at time of inspection.
Mar 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed above prep sink in kitchen area.
Mar 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine at bar area; 0 ppm.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed above prep sink in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in bar area; operator moved during inspection.
Jul 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (52F - Cold Holding); cooked ribs (52F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per Manager less than 3 hours.
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 cooked ribs not time marked at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Manager time marked during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed hamburger patties (67 F - ambient temperature ) being portioned and stored directly to reach in cooler at cook line. Employee moved hamburgers to walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (123F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per employee lees than 1 hour. Employee proceeded to reheat food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cook line.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food inside reach in cooler by desserts station.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers by dishwasher area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in units at cook line.
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.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at utensil holder at service prep area of kitchen. Manager replaced water.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at service prep table utensil water at 109F. Manager increased heat.
Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler. Observed at beer walk in cooler.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (54 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager for less than two hours. Manager moved the cheese to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand wash sink preparation area.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar area. The soap was provided.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer door.
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