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LIV MOBILE

16709 NW 67 AVE, Miami FL 33015 · 786.566.1586

Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 13 visits since December 2023

Licence typeCaterer
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceCAT2330340
Grade history
OCT 24
JUL 25
DEC 25
APR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flies in the kitchen, 2 flies by the orange juice machine, 7 live flies in the front counter laying on the centerpieces, 1 live fly on the dinning room table by the front door, 1 live fly laying on the napkin holder in the front counter.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2024053164Aug 15, 2024Nov 14, 2024$400

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Jul 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw Chicken over raw beef and sweet plantain in the reach in freezer. Observed raw shell eggs over raw beef in the reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Observed raw Chicken over raw beef and sweet plantain in the reach in freezer. Observed raw shell eggs over raw beef in the reach in cooler. Time Extended
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed employee unable to recite the big 6. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/53A-14-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Observed employee unable to recite the big 6. Provided form to operator. Time Extended
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory in the establishment.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Observed no consumer advisory in the establishment. Provided Consumer advisory at the day of the inspection and again in the callback inspection. Admin Complaint
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed middle compartment used with water and soap, explained to operators how to properly set up.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Observed middle compartment used with water and soap, explained to operators how to properly set up. Time Extended
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended
Stored food not covered. Observed ground beef, chicken, pork chops and oxtails not covered in the reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 13, 2026 · Observed raw beef, ground beef and chicken not covered in the reach in cooler. Time Extended
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Jul 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed allergy pill bottle stored on top of prep table. Operator removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw Chicken over raw beef and sweet plantain in the reach in freezer. Observed raw shell eggs over raw beef in the reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 5 ROP red snappers thawed in the reach in cooler. Stop sale issued.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to wash blenders and cups.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed employee unable to recite the big 6. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/53A-14-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory in the establishment.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Warning
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 5 ROP red snappers thawed in the reach in cooler. Stop sale issued.
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed middle compartment used with water and soap, explained to operators how to properly set up.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning
No hot running water at mop sink.
Basic/27-10-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed ground beef, chicken, pork chops and oxtails not covered in the reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and rice container not with labels, operator placed labels.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 CS with chlorine sanitation solution of 10 ppm. Operator add chlorine. Recheck 100 ppm.
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cafeteria station empanadas (122F - Hot Holding); croquettes (120F - Hot Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increases equipment temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed sugar plastic lid cracked. Operator discarded it.
Basic/14-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to dump and clean blenders.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed beef container stored on the floor under 3 compartment sink.
Basic/08B-38-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Observed pork chops, chicken breast and raw beef stored in the reach in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in room temperature under the 3 compartment sink.
Basic/06-01-5/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with maseca with no name label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. In the kitchen.
Basic/36-10-4
Jul 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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 reach in freezer in the kitchen mixed together with ready to eat and other raw proteins.
High priority/08A-17-6/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed raw chicken over fries in the reach in freezer. Provided organized form to operator. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flat press on the flat top with accumulated grease. Observed containers with sugar and beans stored in soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed flat press on the flat top with accumulated grease. Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed employees using Clorox to sanitize with Quaternary test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed employees using Clorox to sanitize with Quaternary test strips. Time Extended
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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 flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with ambient temperature of 56F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with ambient temperature of 56F. No food items are stored inside. Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap and water in the middle compartment.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed soap and water in the middle compartment. Educated employee how to prepare the 3 compartment sink properly. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in the kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in the kitchen. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the flip top reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the flip top reach in cooler. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves in the kitchen soiled and rusted.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Observed shelves in the kitchen soiled and rusted. Time Extended
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Open dumpster lid. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At the front counter.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At the front counter. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At the front counter.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At the front counter. Time Extended
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

3 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in the reach in freezer touching a THANK YOU bag.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
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 reach in freezer in the kitchen mixed together with ready to eat and other raw proteins.
High priority/08A-17-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed slice tomato (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (57F - Cold Holding); salted cheese (56F - Cold Holding) stored in the flip top reach in cooler since 9am, as per employee. Advised employees to move items into another reach in cooler until unit gets fixed.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flat press on the flat top with accumulated grease. Observed containers with sugar and beans stored in soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to dump coffee.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed employees using Clorox to sanitize with Quaternary test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed 2 employees with employee training missing birthdates on the certificate.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/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 flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with ambient temperature of 56F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap and water in the middle compartment.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in the kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed onions stored on the floor in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the flip top reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves in the kitchen soiled and rusted.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At the front counter.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At the front counter.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Oct 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 18, 2024 · No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460 and all handwashing sink in the kitchen and prep area. Time Extended
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 18, 2024 · Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed front counter chest reach in cooler with standing water. Observed flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with standing water.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed front counter chest reach in cooler with standing water. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 18, 2024 · Observed reach in cooler with standing water in the kitchen. Time Extended
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to wash peppers and clean cups.
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 cooked chicken made 2 days ago, as per operator with no date label.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in the low top reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of chips and soda cans stored on the floor in the storage room. Operator stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the front counter handwashing sink, storage room handwashing sink and bathroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in the reach in coolers in the kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil ripped in the reach in freezer.
Basic/14-20-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken, dough and mix beans stored in the reach in cooler with no cover.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 16, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under 3 compartment sink a hose Bibb with no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed under 3 compartment sink a hose Bibb with no vacuum breaker. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food mixture in the kitchen stored on top of the prep table with food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed food mixture in the kitchen stored on top of the prep table with food debris. Time Extended
No handwash sink for employees. Observed no handwashing sink in unit 16460, where warewashing occurs.
Intermediate/31A-12-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · No handwash sink for employees. Observed no handwashing sink in unit 16460, where warewashing occurs. Time Extended
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 approved plans not match the current layout. Establishment has an additional space next door unit 16460 with reach in freezers and single service items stored for the restaurant. Observed a 3 compartment sink and no handwashing sinks in the extra space, Chest reach in freezers (empanadas, shrimp, whole fish, croquettes, mussels, fish fillets, and crabs) and 2 door metal reach in freezer (soup, burger meat, raw beef, raw pork, beef ribs, yuca, Ropa virus) has food stored inside, approximately 25 chairs being stored inside, shelves where single service items (to go containers, napkins, forks, spoons, knives, lids, cups), food containers (rice, beans, sugar, flour, seasonings, pickles, mojo), can goods and cooking oil.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed approved plans not match the current layout. Establishment has an additional space next door unit 16460 with reach in freezers and single service items stored for the restaurant. Observed a 3 compartment sink and no handwashing sinks in the extra space, Chest reach in freezers (empanadas, shrimp, whole fish, croquettes, mussels, fish fillets, and crabs) and 2 door metal reach in freezer (soup, burger meat, raw beef, raw pork, beef ribs, yuca, Ropa virus) has food stored inside, approximately 25 chairs being stored inside, shelves where single service items (to go containers, napkins, forks, spoons, knives, lids, cups), food containers (rice, beans, sugar, flour, seasonings, pickles, mojo), can goods and cooking oil. Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In unit 16460.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In unit 16460. Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unit 16460.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unit 16460. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed unit 16462 with the exit door in the kitchen with a gap underneath.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed unit 16462 with the exit door in the kitchen with a gap underneath. Time Extended
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drain boards in unit 16460 where 3 compartment sink is located.
Basic/16-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed no drain boards in unit 16460 where 3 compartment sink is located. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460. Time Extended
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed front counter chest reach in cooler with standing water. Observed flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with standing water.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 16, 2024 · Observed front counter chest reach in cooler with standing water. Time Extended
Aug 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 35 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

7 High priority11 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 35 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked tripe (49F - Cooling) cooked from the night before stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked tripe (49F - Cooling) cooked from the night before stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator.
High priority/01B-36-5/Warning
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1 orange in the display rack at the front counter moldy.
High priority/01B-07-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flies in the kitchen, 2 flies by the orange juice machine, 7 live flies in the front counter laying on the centerpieces, 1 live fly on the dinning room table by the front door, 1 live fly laying on the napkin holder in the front counter.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in the reach in freezer touching a thank you bag.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored in the black reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under 3 compartment sink a hose Bibb with no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food mixture in the kitchen stored on top of the prep table with food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping ice in the front counter handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No handwash sink for employees. Observed no handwashing sink in unit 16460, where warewashing occurs.
Intermediate/31A-12-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the bathroom at unit 16460.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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 approved plans not match the current layout. Establishment has an additional space next door unit 16460 with reach in freezers and single service items stored for the restaurant. Observed a 3 compartment sink and no handwashing sinks in the extra space, Chest reach in freezers (empanadas, shrimp, whole fish, croquettes, mussels, fish fillets, and crabs) and 2 door metal reach in freezer (soup, burger meat, raw beef, raw pork, beef ribs, yuca, Ropa virus) has food stored inside, approximately 25 chairs being stored inside, shelves where single service items (to go containers, napkins, forks, spoons, knives, lids, cups), food containers (rice, beans, sugar, flour, seasonings, pickles, mojo), can goods and cooking oil.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the bathroom at unit 16460.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed a cat coming inside the extra side unit number 16460 (same owner as 16462)of the establishment where restaurant food and single service items are being stored in. Observed cat litter, cat bed and cat food around the location. Operator removed from the establishment and cat continues to come inside when back door is open. Observed in unit 16462 back exit door open and cat coming inside.
Intermediate/35A-01-4/Warning
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed yuca prep 2 days ago stored in the reach in cooler with no date labeled.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee named Wendy and Valesca training forms with no date of birth.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In unit 16460.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ice scoop with a missing handle in the ice.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers in the kitchen with door handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unit 16460.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed spoon handle broken in the kitchen utensils holder.
Basic/14-10-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed unit 16462 with the exit door in the kitchen with a gap underneath.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Basic/36-22-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of seasoning and soda bottles on the floor in unit 16460.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drain boards in unit 16460 where 3 compartment sink is located.
Basic/16-04-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom at unit 16460.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Observed ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer in unit 16460. Observed ice buildup up in the stand up reach in freezer in the kitchen in unit 16462.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of 2 door reach in freezer soiled in unit 16460.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foiled ripped in the stand up reach in cooler.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items to go containers, napkins and paper towels on the floor in unit 16460.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed front counter chest reach in cooler with standing water. Observed flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen with standing water.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, sugar, beans and flour in storage containers in unit 16460 with no name label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

5 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed mashed beans (62F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler flip top for more than 6 hours, as per operator.
High priority/03D-02-5
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed mashed beans (62F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler flip top for more than 6 hours, as per operator.
High priority/01B-36-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salted cheese (50F - Cold Holding) stored at the front counter reach in cooler for more than 5 days, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salted cheese (50F - Cold Holding) stored at the front counter reach in cooler for more than 5 days, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beans (124F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for less than 1 hour, as per operator. Advised operator to reheat item ground beans (187F - Reheating).
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no chlorine sanitizer in the establishment at the time of the inspection, operator quickly went to the store to buy a gallon.
Intermediate/22-38-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cheese stored in the reach in cooler since 3 days ago, as per operator with no date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at the handwashing sink in the bathroom at 82F, ran the water for 3 minutes.
Intermediate/27-16-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed two reach in coolers in the kitchen with door handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining on the shelves by the entrance of the kitchen.
Basic/14-05-4
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap in the middle compartment. Educated the correct way to prepare the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed water and soap on the first compartment.
Basic/16-13-5/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in both reach in freezers in the kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the door handle of the oven, operator removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed stove top and flat top with grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in 2 reach in coolers in the kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Mar 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle with no name label.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Observed degreaser bottle with no name label. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen.
Basic/36-37-5/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Observed gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers. Time Extended
Observed ice build up at reach in cooler at the front counter and kitchen with ice build up.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Observed ice build up at reach in cooler at the front counter and kitchen with ice build up. Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed reach in cooler with a pipe leaking.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Mar 5, 2024 · Observed reach in cooler with a pipe leaking. Time Extended
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.

Recorded at 16462 NE 16 AVE, North Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.

4 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm), operator added chlorine to Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed sweet plantains (52F - Cooling); black beans (56F - Cooling); pork (50F - Cooling) stored at the reach in cooler over night, as per operator.
High priority/03D-02-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored in the reach in cooler. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sweet plantains (52F - Cooling); black beans (56F - Cooling); pork (50F - Cooling) stored at the reach in cooler over night, as per operator.
High priority/01B-02-5
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. Emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. Emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. At the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Valesca and Wendy with expired training.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle with no name label.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle in the kitchen soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen.
Basic/36-37-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on top the prep table. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5
Improper use of detergent-sanitizer when there is no distinct water rinse - a different product was used for the wash and for the sanitize steps. Observed chlorine sanitation mixed with soap.
Basic/16-11-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers.
Basic/23-03-4
Observed ice build up at reach in cooler at the front counter and kitchen with ice build up.
Basic/14-69-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior and shelves in the kitchen soiled, and reach in cooler at the front counter shelves soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed reach in cooler with a pipe leaking.
Basic/29-11-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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