LATIN AMERICAN RESTAURANT
1590 CORAL WAY, Miami FL 33145 · 3058605707
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026 · 15 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed a live rodent fall from the shelf above the mop sink to the floor. Nearby the large oven.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023055643 | Oct 3, 2023 | Nov 20, 2023 | $400 |
| 1--2017028461 | Jun 15, 2017 | Jul 18, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Back storage area: Stand up reach in cooler, raw beef stored above whole squash.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Back storage area: Stand up reach in cooler, raw beef stored above cooked beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on the flip-top reach in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Water wash area.
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Ice cream reach in cooler in front of the cookline.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Back storage reach in cooler: cooked beef not date marked, as per operator, cooked 2 days ago. Discussed proper procedures with the operator.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Back storage area.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Back storage area: raw fish stored above cooked beef. Discussed with operated and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Observed operator move the raw fish to shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sandwich station.
Food stored on floor. Storage area: bucket with onions stored on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the cook line
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Sandwich station area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Outside dumpster area. Operator sent employee to the back to clean the dumpster pad and also to put Fabulosa and bleach inside the actual dumpster.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Triple door reach in cooler by the sandwich station: Raw beef stored above containers with chicken salad.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. All hand washing sinks in sinks in the kitchen.
No running water at hand washing sink in the ware wash area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. All hand washing sinks in the kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Drain cover(s) missing. By the dishwasher.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand washing sink by the ware wash area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of the large oven soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen.
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink in the warehouse wash area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most reach in coolers.
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By cookline.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed. Operator provided the submitted plans.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink in the warehouse wash area.
Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues in most coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most reach in coolers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in the kitchen.
Dec 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink by the ware wash area not working.
Oct 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Sandwich station: prescription bottles of medicine stored on a shelf above sandwich assembly station.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sandwich station: sandwich bread stored inside Thank you carry out bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline: cooked onions (88-91F - Hot Holding). As per operator prepared 1 hour before the inspection. Operator placed on the flat top grill to reheat. cooked onions (168F - Reheating)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Most reach in coolers and reach in freezers.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef and sandwich maker preparing food without hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Warewash area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink by the ware wash area not working.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 20, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the dry storage area.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door in the dry storage area.
Apr 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the dry storage area.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door in the dry storage area.
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the flip-top reach in cooler.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind the sandwich station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the dry storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipment at the cookline and underneath the shelves and reach in coolers/reach in freezers.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door in the dry storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on the prep tables throughout the kitchen.
Feb 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. The establishment has 78 seats inside and 50 outside seats Discussed with the operator, approved for 46 seats with the Division. Provided the Seating Evaluation form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the dry storage area.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door in the dry storage area.
Dec 4, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with mold like substances by the kitchen.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. The establishment has 78 seats inside and 50 outside seats Discussed with the operator, approved for 46 seats with the Division. Provided the Seating Evaluation form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door in the dry storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food/dry storage area. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stand up reach in cooler by the ice machine: raw beef stored above cooked noodles. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by the soda machine at the front counter.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. The establishment has 78 seats inside and 50 outside seats Discussed with the operator, approved for 46 seats with the Division. Provided the Seating Evaluation form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the ice machine.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On the prep table in front of the cookline.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door in the dry storage area.
Oct 4, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed Coca Cola machine with a drain line going into the hand-washing sink at the front counter.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Leticia Abreu expired on 9/26/23.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with mold like substances by the kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine or quaternary test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
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.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. The establishment has 78 seats inside and 50 outside seats Discussed with the operator, approved for 46 seats with the Division. Provided the Seating Evaluation form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door in the dry storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen and ware wash area: missing 3 light covers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on all reach in coolers soiled, large oven exterior soiled.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Drain line from the Coca-Cola machine into the hand washing sink at the front counter.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food/dry storage area. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door.
Oct 3, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 37 violations recorded, 9 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
9 High priority11 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Quaternary 0ppm); Operator set up the three compartment sink.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee putting on new gloves without washing hands after cleaning the floor. Inspector educated the correct way to wash hands properly.
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 drying their hands on the apron and went to start prepping food on the cook line, educated employee how to wash hands properly.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed whole chicken, drumsticks and ball of ham stored in the deep reach in freezer with grocery bags.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed a live rodent fall from the shelf above the mop sink to the floor. Nearby the large oven.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed cracked egg mix stored over unwashed produce in the reach in cooler in the back storage room.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef and raw beef over raw pork in the reach in cooler by the kitchen. Observed back storage reach in cooler with beef over pork, deep reach in freezer with raw chicken over beef,croquettes and vegetables.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stored nail polish on the shelves by coffee station. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top the prep table.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm), asked employee to redo solution. Employee remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee putting on new gloves without washing hands after cleaning the floor. Inspector educated the correct way to wash hands properly.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed Coca Cola machine with a drain line going into the hand-washing sink at the front counter.
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.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Leticia Abreu expired on 9/26/23.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with mold like substances by the kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine or quaternary test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Drink station area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed the sandwich presser station and a reach in cooler with prep table above with sandwiches, sandwich meats, cheese, margarine, mayonnaise stored inside. Observed a sandwich area with glass display alongside the wall nearby the dining room. Observed in the back area nearby the office, establishment has three solid walls, the side where the door to the parking lot is located is not a solid wall, covered with plexiglass. Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage. Observed gaps in the wall. The new service area and coffee counter removed.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink by the 3 compartment sink and drink station area.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishwasher machine with no sanitizer solution dispensing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef cooking and plating food without hair net or hat.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. The establishment has 78 seats inside and 50 outside seats Discussed with the operator, approved for 46 seats with the Division. Provided the Seating Evaluation form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door in the dry storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of ice on the floor by ice machine, buckets of pickles and carrots stored on the floor in the back storage room.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen and ware wash area: missing 3 light covers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on all reach in coolers soiled, large oven exterior soiled.
Observed carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured by the front counter and dry storage room.
Observed ice buildup in deep reach-in freezer by the kitchen area.
Observed in-use wet wiping towel used under cutting board in the kitchen. Operator removed.
Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning by the 3 compartment sink.
Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in front of the fryers. Operator cleaned inside.
Observed two ceiling tile missing by the hot water heater above the mop sink.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area: area with the door not a solid wall, acrylic panel above the door repaired with duct tape and cardboard.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Drain line from the Coca-Cola machine into the hand washing sink at the front counter.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food/dry storage area. Wall with the door is not a solid wall. Observed the wall made with acrylic panel and gaps in the wall and around the door.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with rice beans and flour with no labels in the back storage room.
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