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MACITAS RESTAURANT

14685 SW 104 ST, Miami FL 33186 · 305.310.0548

Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats52
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2324104
Grade history
MAR 24
AUG 24
SEP 24
JUL 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks
Intermediate/27-16-4
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Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Jan 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled Time Extended
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler. Time Extended
The state's own report →
Jan 15, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment. Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station. Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours. Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks
Intermediate/27-16-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed who floor soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed floor soiled throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed who,e in wall of employee bathroom.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed whole in wall of employee bathroom. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink.
Basic/29-08-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Jan 15, 2026 · Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended
Jan 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority6 Intermediate20 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee proceed to cook after scratching neck and wipe hands on apron. Employee was coached on proper procedure and proceeded to wash hands and change gloves.
High priority/12A-25-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over plantains in walk in freezer. Operator had employee remove chicken.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator coached employee of proper storage method. Corrective Action Taken**
High priority/08A-20-5/Correcti
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked eggs (91F - Hot Holding) above steam table across from cook line since the morning
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot chocolate (112F - Hot Holding) at server coffee station to the right of television. Observed cooked pork belly (113F - Hot Holding); chorizo (112F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 2 hours. Observed cooked eggs (91F - Hot Holding) above steam table across from cook line.
High priority/03B-01-6
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser stored next to beans in dry storage area. Operator removed degreaser from area.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee at front counter wash hands in three compartment sink. Coached operator on proper procedure.
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in server coffee station used to clean equipment.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on floor of walk in freezer and in shelf's throughout kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for oatmeal and empanadas prepared on site, as per operator more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sinks
Intermediate/27-16-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance in interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom in kitchen area not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sweaters stored above bags of floor in dry storage area. Observed employee personal bag stored on preparation table.
Basic/40-06-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee washing dishes with no hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in floor throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed who floor soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky trap above preparation area.
Basic/35B-08-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of beans and bottled drinks stored on floor of dry storage. Also observed buckets of seasoning stored on floor of cook line. Operator removed items from floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed who,e in wall of employee bathroom.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers through out establishment.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in flour, tapioca powder and cornmeal submerge below food. Operator removed and wash per scoops.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed above server water station.
Basic/35B-02-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink in server coffee station.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on kitchen fan with heavy soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink stored in reach in cooler to the left of dry storage area. Operator discarded bottles.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in hand washing sinks pipes missing next to three compartment sink.
Basic/29-08-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves through out walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in walk in cooler, and throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of tapioca powder no labeled with common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 expired training for employees Pedro A. And Jairon P.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · At the time of callback inspection still observed. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in dry storage area above shelf containing assorted drinks.
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of white chest reach in freezer next to dishwasher.
Basic/36-22-4/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in employee restroom.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on soiled tray on top of ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage racks across from dishes soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 11, 2025 · At the time of callback inspection still observed wet wiping cloths throughout kitchen area. Time Extended
Jul 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Advised operator to set up and utilize three compartment sink until technician fixes the dishwasher.
High priority/22-41-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding) As per operator for less than two hours.
High priority/03A-02-5
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 expired training for employees Pedro A. And Jairon P.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of rice in dry storage area.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in dry storage area above shelf containing assorted drinks.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep table across from walk in freezer.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean dishes on drying rack.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of white chest reach in freezer next to dishwasher.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of sausages stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator stored boxes properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in employee restroom.
Basic/36-24-5
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on soiled tray on top of ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with sugar at prep table in kitchen area.
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage racks across from dishes soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour and sugar not labeled in dry storage area. Operator labeled containers during inspection.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed about 7 employees do not have food handler training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed about 7 employees do not have food handler training. Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair, bottom missing.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair , bottom missing. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage. Time Extended
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Time Extended
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 9, 2024 · Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 1 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station. Time Extended
Sep 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched his face and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
High priority/12A-25-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold Holding) tomato sauce (60 F - Cold Holding); potatoes (68 F - Cold Holding); morcilla (54 F - Cold Holding); ham (57 F - Cold Holding); fish (54 F - Cold Holding); salmon (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler and walk in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night and this morning before noon.. stop sale was issued.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (48 F - Cold Holding); vegetables (51 F - Cold Holding); cheese (51 F) beef (69 F - ambient); sausage 57 F - Cold Holding); chicken (46 F - ambient); milk (65 F - Cold Holding) tomato sauce (60 F - Cold Holding); potatoes (68 F - Cold Holding); morcilla (54 F - Cold Holding); ham (57 F - Cold Holding); fish (54 F - Cold Holding); salmon (55 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler and walk in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night and this morning before noon.. stop sale was issued.
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. Obviously empanadas (117 F). As per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee increased the temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink. Employee provided towel paper.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed about 7 employees do not have food handler training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door is in disrepair, bottom missing.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside the flour.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at the dry storage.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 2 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5/Warning
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened cup stored in a food preparation table.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris behind the fryers and behind the oven at the kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets with potatoes stored inside the walk in cooler. Employee removed them.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer located next to ice machine.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on top of the ice machine. Employee removed it.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not identified at the coffee station.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line a pot of tomato sauce (119F - Hot Holding). As per manager for less than 1 hour. Cook began to reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink at cook line. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station, non food grade paint brush use to dust coffee in espresso holder.
Intermediate/14-14-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler prepared containers of beef, fish, shredded chicken, ground beef and potatoes, as per manager in cooling process for later use not date marked. Operator placed date of preparation onto items.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at standing 3 door reach in freezer units.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area ceiling tiles with water damage spots.
Basic/36-32-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at empanada prep area.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind fixed equipment throughout kitchen. Observed in ware washing area where onions are stored. Operator cleaned onions off floor.
Basic/36-73-4/Corrective Action Taken
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line utensil's in standing water of 87F.
Basic/10-07-4
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at front counter stored on counter next to microwave. Observed at entrance of kitchen stored on counter where plates are stored. Operator removed both devices to later install in another area.
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at cook line soiled with grease build up.
Basic/23-03-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at prep table at cook line a container of salt not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed breads stored in shopping bags, sandwich station.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dry storage area, sandwich station..
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles in disrepair. Observed in the ware washing area, by prep table,empanadas..
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed for buckets containing seasonings,dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed by the prep table,walk in freezer.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by the prep tables, opposite ware washing area.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Jan 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 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. Observed chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician.
High priority/22-49-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · As per operator technician to return,complete repairs. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven opposite cookline.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Jan 4, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate10 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. Observed chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician.
High priority/22-49-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at the 3 compartment sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the serving station, dry storage area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under the cookline, dry storage shelves.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken,by ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of canned sodas stored on the dry storage floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven opposite cookline.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the 3 door standing reach in freezer by the mixer.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for both male and female bathrooms.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed exterior of 3 door reach in freezer soiled with accumulation of food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust,walk-in cooler. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust, wall mounted unit by the ware washing area.
Basic/36-50-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed by the ware washing area,dry storage area.
/48-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 19, 2023 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer by the ice machine.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 19, 2023 · Time Extended
Jul 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm, operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese located in the walk-in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored above precooked pork belly located in the reach in cooler by the entrance to the storage area.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 for Carolina A, Carlos A, Jhoana G as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/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.
Basic/16-13-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed by the ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer by the ice machine.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the prep counter.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation of food debris,drawer unit.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust,walk in cooler, corrected on site Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-50-4/Warning

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