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18901 S DIXIE HWY, Cutler Bay FL 33157

Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats93
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2338010
Grade history
DEC 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (left inside oven for more than 4 hours) manager discarded the product.
High priority/01B-02-5
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. 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 reach in cooler across from the stove is not working properly. Digital Thermometer was at 56F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Observed reach in cooler across from the stove is not working properly. Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler across from the stove.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Observed at the reach in cooler across from the stove. Time Extended
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (54 F - Cold Holding); cheese (52 F - Cold Holding); French fries (56 F) inside the reach in cooler across from the stove.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed degreaser and scrub stored inside the hand wash sink. Employee removed it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No 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 pork and mashed potato prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. As per employee foods were cooked on Sunday.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a plastic bottle with degreaser not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/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 reach in cooler across from the stove is not working properly. Digital Thermometer was at 56°F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while handling food. Employee removed it.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic oil containers stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler across from the stove.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not identified next to the coffee machine.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked chicken wings inside the reach in cooler. Employee reorganized the food.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee removed his watch and failed to removed gloves and wash hands.
High priority/12A-09-4
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 11 ROP fish stored inside the 3 compartment sink no longer frozen and not removed from package. Also observed 9 packages of Salmon and 7 packages of fish inside the reach in cooler not removed from ROP. Stop sale was issued.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
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 21 ROP fish stored inside the 3 compartment sink no longer frozen and not removed from package. Also observed 9 packages of Salmon and 7 packages of fish inside the reach in cooler not removed from ROP.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Employee removed it.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic oil containers stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a scoop stored in standing water at 63°F next to the rice cooker. Employee removed the water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed a container with shrimp with old label inside the reach in cooler.
Basic/16-46-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not identified ext to the coffee machine.
Basic/02D-01-5
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak in drawer of reach in cooler at cook line stored over pre cooked frozen vegetables.
High priority/08A-05-6
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially processed salmon and mahi at reach in cooler at front counter thawed in original ROP packing.
High priority/01B-13-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Employee provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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 commercially processed salmon and mahi at reach in cooler at front counter thawed in original ROP packing.
Basic/06-09-1
Food stored on floor. Observed a container of oil stored on the floor next to front counter.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between reach in cooler and counter across from grill. Manager removed item.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed one broken eggs at working station at front line.
High priority/01B-14-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a case of food on handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Employee removed item from sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink not dispensing cold water, knob in disrepair next to three compartment sink.
Basic/29-08-4
Stored food not covered. Observed ready to eat food pico de gallo at reach in cooler next to coffee machine not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (left inside oven for more than 4 hours) manager discarded the product.
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 cooked pork (left inside oven for more than 4 hours) manager discarded the product.
High priority/03B-01-6
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Observed establishment lacking of employees health reporting agreement, as well employees lacking ok knowledge as to report the person in charge. Manager was provided with form.
Intermediate/11-01-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels available at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap available at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
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 food handling employee Yulia Gomez and not proof of food handling certificate.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
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 magi, salmon, tuna, snapper portions thawing in commercially sealed ROP packaging, product still frozen to the touch. Manager was coached on proper thawing procedures for ROP seafood. Manager cut bags open.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed not hand washing sign available at both handwashing sink at the establishment.
Basic/31B-04-4
Mar 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. During the Licensing inspection observed a Hand Sink missing next to the three compartment sink at kitchen area. Hand sink is listed on the Plans submitted.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator printed and posted poster on site.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning

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