GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD
51 S HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead FL 33030 · 3052465898
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 4 visits since November 2023
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4 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 and displayed at the kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017026318 | Apr 25, 2017 | Jul 6, 2017 | $520 |
| 1--2016021372 | Apr 5, 2016 | Jun 10, 2016 | $360 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food rack.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed under triple sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed inside microwave, chipping paint. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed in back storage area; waffle batter on floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in dry food storage; broken tiles.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed on dry food storage racks in closet.
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original certificate.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the dry storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a thermo inside the reach in cooler. Employee removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. Form was provided and displayed at the kitchen.
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 and signed by employee.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the bathroom located at the main lobby.
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 on the preparation table. Employee removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bathroom located at the main lobby.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on the preparation area. Employee removed them
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.