GROUND LEVEL KITCHEN
ONE SPEEDWAY BLVD, Homestead FL 33035 · 312-664-8200
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking access to the unit next to prep sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over stove cooking area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of cooked meat at reach in cooler not labeled.
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can obstructing the unit next to prep sink.
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/
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC return dusted over cooling units area.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 1, 2025Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage container blocking handwashing sink at kitchen area, staff relocated garbage can.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at reach-in cooler unit front line under crepe station.
Stored food not covered. Observed dry rice and lentils bags open and exposed to cross contamination.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/rusted AC returns over cook line area.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several items blocking the use of mop sink.
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled all throughout the kitchen and storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap on the right side of the rear door exit.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed dry goods and mop bucket obstructing the use of the mop sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Jhanna Lopez hired over 60 days.
Apr 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee not using the sanitizer step in three compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler and reach in freezer at back kitchen area, raw chicken packages stored over containers of prepared tuna salad and cooked cut chicken.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter reach in cooler, smoked salmon (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (51F - Cold Holding). As per label from 4/7/2024. Operator segregated items to discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter reach in cooler, smoked salmon (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (51F - Cold Holding). As per label from 4/7/2024. Operator segregated items to discard. Observed at front counter prep cooler cut chicken (50F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than an hour. Operator removed and placed into freezer for rapid cooling.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed in rear kitchen reach in cooler next to hand wash sink, container of cooked beef prepared an hour ago as per operator in a container labeled 4/7/24, the day before. Operator removed label and placed correct date mark.
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 for employee Jhanna Lopez hired over 60 days ago.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Jhanna Lopez hired over 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above dry storage area.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at kitchen area, prepped tomatoes stored next to hand wash sink unprotected from splash.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees at front counter serving food with no hair restraints.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink not accessible for use. Blocked by storage containers of paper work.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at front counter.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed container of cooked beef prepared an hour ago as per operator in a container labeled 4/7/24, the day before. Operator removed label.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for bottles of orange juice and mango juice at front counter.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled near back prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled near front counter prep area. Operator swept and mopped floor immediately.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between three compartment sink and wall. Operator removed immediately.
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.