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LAS COLUMNAS RESTAURANT

1657 NW 79 AVE, Doral FL 33126 · 3057419857

Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 11 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats32
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2326918
Grade history
OCT 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind sandwich station.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2024003641Jan 18, 2024Mar 13, 2024$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee handling dirty kitchen utensils and subsequently putting on gloves without washing their hands.
High priority/12A-07-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over green and red peppers in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
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. As per employee, the food had been prepared three days prior to the inspection. During the inspection, the employee discarded the food.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per the employee, the food had been prepared three days prior to the inspection. During the inspection, the employee discarded the food.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen pot stored in hand sink, located at cooking area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several cooked food items stored in the walk in cooler without date markings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at cooking line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed case of shrimp stored in walk in freezer floor. During the inspection employee removed item and placed it correctly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed mot of the reach in cooler interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork stored in walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed item and placed in reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
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Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing together in the sink in the preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items.
High priority/08A-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef (78F - Hot Holding); chickpeas soup (87F - Hot Holding), in steam table. As per employee food was placed in steam table 2 hours before the inspection. During the inspection, the employee reheated the items to proper temperatures: shredded beef to 169°F and chickpea soup to 171°F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located near the mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee hand sink. Observed that the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen did not have running hot water available. The issue was corrected during the inspection, and running water was restored by the employee.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple kitchen equipment doors handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Clean glasses, bowls, and plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
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 fish thawing in standing water in the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed fish and placed it in reach in cooler.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw beef, raw chicken, and raw pork stored on the floor in walk in cooler located.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed that the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen did not have running water available at the time of inspection. The issue was corrected during the inspection, and running water was restored by the employee.
Basic/29-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing at room temperature in the preparation kitchen.
Basic/06-01-5
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Basic/36-27-5
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed that the pipe underneath the handwashing sink in the preparation kitchen is leaking water.
Basic/29-11-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler. Time Extended
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed under walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust Time Extended
Sep 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed pitcher of waters in the front counter counter not covered.
High priority/08B-02-4
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched dirty apron and then continued cooking. Coached employee to wash hands, employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-28-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cut pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (52 F - Cold Holding); Congri (51 F - Cold Holding) inside of a kitchen reach in cooler according to operator stored since yesterday.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (52 F - Cold Holding); Congri (51 F - Cold Holding) inside of a kitchen reach in cooler according to operator stored since yesterday.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
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. Provided copy to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front counter hand washing sink located sink, observed a plastic container container inside of the front counter hand washing sink located sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the front counter hand washing sink located sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator advisory. Person in charge printed sing and posted in the lobby.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
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 sandwich prep cooler ambient temperature 57 F. observed kitchen area reach in cooler ambient temperature 76 F.
Basic/14-74-7/Repeat Violation
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 salmon in 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. Employee took salmon from the bag into a container.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed sandwich prep cooler ambient temperature 57 F, observed kitchen area reach in cooler ambient temperature 76 F.
Basic/14-10-4
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water bottles, cooking oil stored on the storage floor, observed cases of chicken stored in the walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed kitchen area reach in cooler in the interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust.
Basic/14-33-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go containers stored in the storage area floor.
Basic/25-05-4
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed old equipment stored in the storage area.
Basic/33-34-4
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar sugar container not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed under walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet towel on top of the prep sandwich cooler
Basic/21-09-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of rice not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Feb 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. Time Extended
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. Time Extended
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 walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding).
Basic/14-74-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed behind three sink. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. Time Extended
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 3, 2025 · Observed under steam table. Time Extended
Jan 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4lb 14 Oz can of oyster sauce; Kum Chun, with dent.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed frozen pork in to go plastic bags. Cook wrapped them in food grade plastic during inspection.
High priority/14-15-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed bug spray in back of kitchen on shelf with pancake mix, seran wrap Nd paper towels.
High priority/41-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above cheese. Cook corrected order on site.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. Cook corrected order on site. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen raw chicken on top of pork and beef. Cook moved for proper stored.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind sandwich station.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee bar in pastry warmer: croquettes (90F - Hot Holding); guava and cheese tequeno (126F - Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator turned heat up on warmer.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with chef and owner.
Intermediate/53A-10-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided form via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles of all coolers and microwave in kitchen soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
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 walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding).
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed case of soda on floor of bar area. Observed oil on floor outside of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
Basic/06-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. On top reach in freezer.
High priority/41-07-4
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. By the walk in freezer. Employee removed it.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over raisins stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs stored at ambient temperature next to preparation area. Operator moved the eggs to the refrigerator.
High priority/03A-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the three compartments sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled, located at cooking line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler handles soiled, located at preparation area.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
Basic/13-02-4
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of cooking oil stored on the floor by the walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler interior soiled, located at preparation area.
Basic/22-16-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic/21-10-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water inside three compartments sink. Employee removed item and placed it in the walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw tilapia.
High priority/08A-20-5
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can in front counter hand washing sink
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put hairnet.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler no in use.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil stored on the back area floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall in the kitchen area, three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed scoop.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at the front counter prep cooler, under flat grill with heavy soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed kitchen reach in cooler shelves rusted out.
Basic/14-33-4
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar container no cover in the front counter area.
Basic/08B-12-5
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area.
Basic/36-02-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of rice no labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jan 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · Observed Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Time Extended
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 walk in cooler at 80 F
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · 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 walk in cooler running at 80 F Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · As per owner, establishment is waiting on parts to arrive to fix walk in cooler. Observed no potentially hazard food stored inside. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues Time Extended
Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 26, 2024 · Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. Time Extended
Jan 19, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Time Extended
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment.
Intermediate/27-18-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · As per operator, new water heater was purchased. Operator has not yet installed it. Time Extended
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. Observe no employee training for all employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · 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. Observe no employee training for all employees. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · 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. Time Extended
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 walk in cooler at 80 F
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · 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 walk in cooler running at 80 F Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. Time Extended
Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jan 19, 2024 · Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. Time Extended
Jan 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

6 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw meat above of the meat.
High priority/08A-20-5
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling inside of the kitchen reach in cooler, three live roaches crawling inside of the walk in cooler, one live roach behind back area reach in cooler.
High priority/35A-05-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (68 F - Cold Holding) Cooked with rice (68 F - Cold Holding); according to operator stored in walk in cooler since yesterday. Observed Front prep area Sliced tomatoes (60F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (58 F - Cold Holding); Sliced pork (59 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (59 F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (68 F - Cold Holding) Cooked with rice (68 F - Cold Holding); according to operator stored in walk in cooler since yesterday.
High priority/03A-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a WD40 oil spray on top of the three compartment sink.
High priority/41-10-4
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment.
Intermediate/27-18-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on the kitchen hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Observe no employee training for all employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted consumer advisory in the lobby area.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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 walk in cooler at 80 F
Basic/14-74-7
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches inside of the kitchen reach in cooler.
Basic/35A-03-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cooking book on top of the meat grinder.
Basic/40-06-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed swai fish being thawed out in standing water next to the three compartment sink,
Basic/06-01-5
Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out.
Basic/14-17-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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