GOOD TASTE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
1380 N KROME AVE STE 109, Florida City FL 33034 · 3052451000
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2022.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall under handwash sink near cook line.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cooked chicken.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); beans (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. Food was date marked on 2/10/2025. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); beans (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. Food was date marked on 2/10/2025. Stop sale was issued.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection 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 raw shell eggs stored above rice inside the reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 14, 2024□ 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
May 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a fan was blocking the hand wash sink. Operator removed it.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator was not able to provide manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Joinise Mathurin 2 months.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic oil container stored on the floor. Operator removed it.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
May 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Mar 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the 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. Form was provided.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can in front of the hand wash sink. Employee removed it.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
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.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed food storage container lid broken inside the reach in cooler.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed food containers with old labels.
Stored food not covered. Observed foods inside the reach in cooler and reach in freezer not covered.
Nov 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2022.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the hand wash sink located next to the 3 compartment sink.
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 operator.
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 meats not date marked inside the freezer and reach in cooler. Operator was advised to date marked food.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of grease at the oven door handle and at the stove.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
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.