HOLE 19 SCRATCH KITCHEN+BAR
650 CURTISS PKWY, Miami Springs FL 33166 · 3058938000
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line flip top RAW BEEF PATTIES (50F - Cold Holding); TSATZIKI SAUCE (49F - Cold Holding); COLESLAW (53F - Cold Holding).
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust.
Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation.
Mar 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags for oyster and clams missing date of last one sold.
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 Cesar and Claudia Hired more than sixty days with no proof of training.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters at ice machine missing service date.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at Bar area a CO tank not secured.
Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation.
Mar 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw mahi and raw tuna portions thawed in original ROP packaging.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line flip top RAW BEEF PATTIES (50F - Cold Holding); TSATZIKI SAUCE (49F - Cold Holding); COLESLAW (53F - Cold Holding).
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags for oyster and clams missing date of last one sold.
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 Cesar and Claudia Hired more than sixty days with no proof of training.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters at ice machine missing service date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine on the right at hallway soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at Bar area a CO tank not secured.
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 triple door reach in cooler at cook line 50F and not cooling properly.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw mahi and raw tuna portions thawed in original ROP packaging.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed is from October 1st, 2025.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table at prep area, employee removed item.
Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers at walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Reach-in cooler /Walk- in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not date marked with the last date served.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside both Ice machines.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured inside soda machine area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi fish inside ROP bag in reach in cooler across cook line. Operator removed fish from bag.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler across cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in soda machine room.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with lemons stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed container from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs from oven handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Walk in cooler fan covers soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi mahi bags inside reach in cooler. Operator cut bags.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards on reach in coolers in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken wings buckets stored on Walk in freezer floor. Also, observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed buckets and containers from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Ice creams reach in freezer in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep table and reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed knives.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by microwaves in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with sauces unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board on reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche, raw salmon tartare, and raw oysters not date marked as raw items on Menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine and Quaternary Test kits.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in ware washing area. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed inside coffee prep area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi bags uncut inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Operator started to cut bags.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door on black microwave in kitchen. Also, observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside coffee prep area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by cook line.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
May 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching shirt and touching clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside kitchen.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hat.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside soda machine room.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice buckets stored on dry storage floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed both scoops handle touching ice inside Bar.
Kitchen Fans with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers unlabeled inside dry storage.
Dec 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mahi-mahi fish inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Operator started to cut bags.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair inside Bar.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken wings plastic containers, and potatoes box stored on Walk in cooler floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle inside kitchen. Operator removed tongs.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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