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METROPOL RESTAURANT

11401 NW 12 STREET UNIT E528, Sweetwater FL 33172

Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence2336274
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jun 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed spray hose lower than flood tint at dishwasher area. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area. Observed soiled ice machine opening door.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area. Observed soiled ice machine opening door. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed ice machine door clean at time of callback inspection and also the door has been fixed, however observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area and time extended for racks has been given.Time Extended Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed an ice machine door in disrepair at the right kitchen entrance. Observed a hot box with a damaged gasket. Also observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area. Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located cross walk in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed a hot box with a damaged gasket. Also observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area. Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located cross walk in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area, some of the equipment has been removed at time of callback inspection.Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located across walk in cooler for all this violation time extended has been given. The following is in compliance- observed-hot box gaskets fixed. Also observed new shelves inside walk in cooler. Time Extended
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance. Time Extended
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · No copy of latest inspection report available. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · No copy of latest inspection report available. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at reach in cooler with glass door next to ice machine. Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled across cooking line. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at dishwasher rea.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed wall soiled at dishwasher area. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 12, 2026 · Observed wall soiled at dishwasher area with accumulation of mold like substance. Time Extended
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Jun 3, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed uncovered raw chicken and uncovered raw pork stored next to cooked wings and cooked pork chunks at reach in cooler located next to ice machine.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed uncovered raw chicken and uncovered raw pork stored next to cooked wings and cooked pork chunks at reach in cooler located next to ice machine. Time Extended
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area. Observed soiled ice machine opening door.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area. Observed soiled ice machine opening door. Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several containers with marinated chicken and pork with no labels they were located at reach in cooler next to ice machine and the other batch inside walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed containers of marinated chicken and pork with no labels located in the reach-in cooler next to the ice machine and another batch inside the walk-in cooler. The operator has started adding labels. Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling fans soiled throughout entire kitchen. Observed soiled ceiling inside walk in cooler.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed Ceiling fans soiled throughout the entire kitchen, and a soiled ceiling was observed inside the walk-in cooler. Additionally, a ceiling tile was missing near the ice machine. According to the operator, this broke today. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several white Cutting board with cut marks and are no longer cleanable inside kitchen area.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed several white Cutting board with cut marks and are no longer cleanable inside kitchen area. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed an ice machine door in disrepair at the right kitchen entrance. Observed a hot box with a damaged gasket. Also observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area. Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located cross walk in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed a hot box with a damaged gasket. Also observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area. Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located cross walk in cooler. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer. Time Extended
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood with accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-68-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed hood with accumulation of grease . Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance. Time Extended
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · No copy of latest inspection report available. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves and exterior doors at the reach-in cooler located adjacent to the ice machine. Additionally, observed the interior, top door, door, and door gaskets of the ceviche and salad station reach-in cooler soiled with accumulated grease and food residue. Observed soiled shelves inside walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed soiled shelves and exterior doors at the reach-in cooler located adjacent to the ice machine. Additionally, observed the interior, top door, door, and door gaskets of the ceviche and salad station reach-in cooler soiled with accumulated grease and food residue. Observed soiled shelves inside walk in cooler. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at dishwasher rea.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Observed wall soiled at dishwasher area. Time Extended
Jun 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 8 high priority.

8 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No parasite destruction provided at time of inspection. Operator requested.
High priority/01D-01-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed uncovered raw pork stored next to uncovered raw chicken at reach in cooler located next to ice machine.
High priority/08A-02-6/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed uncovered raw chicken and uncovered raw pork stored next to cooked wings and cooked pork chunks at reach in cooler located next to ice machine.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employees failing to change gloves between different tasks.
High priority/12A-09-4/Warning
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed next to hot box-raw beef steak (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken steak (46F - Cold Holding)dice ham (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); container with ice under prep table next to stove- raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); calamari (44F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator was added to station at 11:30 am. Also observed red bean and rice (117F - Hot Holding); black beans and rice (109F - Hot Holding); white rice (115F - Hot Holding) as per operator they put rices at opening 11:30 am.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to hot box-raw beef steak (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken steak (46F - Cold Holding)dice ham (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); container with ice under prep table next to stove- raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); calamari (44F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator was added to station at 11:30 am.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed red bean and rice (117F - Hot Holding); black beans and rice (109F - Hot Holding); white rice (115F - Hot Holding). Stop sale for rices. Cooked chicken (119F - Hot Holding), shredded beef (127F - Hot Holding), chicken and ropa vieja started reheating as per our conversation he just put chicken and ropa vieja on the line.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dishwasher racks soiled at dishwasher area. Observed soiled ice machine opening door.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several containers with marinated chicken and pork with no labels they were located at reach in cooler next to ice machine and the other batch inside walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling fans soiled throughout entire kitchen. Observed soiled ceiling inside walk in cooler.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several white Cutting board with cut marks and are no longer cleanable inside kitchen area.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed an ice machine door in disrepair at the right kitchen entrance. Observed a hot box with a damaged gasket. Also observed several pieces of equipment in disrepair next to the dry storage area. Additionally, one unused and one in-use reach-in cooler lacked legs and were improperly elevated on wooden pallets one is located at kitchen entrances and the other reach in cooler is located next to ice machine.Also observed below prep tables rusted and this tables are located cross walk in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor with standing water in dishwasher area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in disrepair throughout kitchen areas. Observed floor in disrepair inside walk in cooler and also inside walk in freezer.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood with accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-68-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer entrance.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves and exterior doors at the reach-in cooler located adjacent to the ice machine. Additionally, observed the interior, top door, door, and door gaskets of the ceviche and salad station reach-in cooler soiled with accumulated grease and food residue. Observed soiled shelves inside walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of reach in coolers soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at dishwasher rea.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed kitchen staff changing gloves not washing hands.
High priority/12A-07-5
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quad sanitizer 3 compartment sink at 0ppm, staff switch to chlorine solution retested at 50ppm.
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some prep tables cutting board soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chlorine sanitizer staff dumping iced water at handwashing sink by kitchen entrance.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine and not test strips on hand.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted storage racks under prep tables at prep area.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at rear prep area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish portions mahi and salmon portions thawing in ROP bag bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dome prep tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Basic/36-63-4
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at handwashing next to walk-in cooler entrance.
Basic/29-09-4
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at kitchen serving station area.
Basic/24-18-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout kitchen/dishwasher area.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed all throughout rusted drying rack use to stored cleaned/sanitized equipment next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/22-31-4
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 at cook line steam table.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/dusted and rust AC vents all throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed uncovered receptacle at unisex employees bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed a box at soda dispenser machine.
Basic/10-08-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all throughout soiled read-in cooler gaskets at cook line unit.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed stored over cooked line rack over steam table.
Basic/25-06-4
Stored food not covered. Observed a tub of ice cream not covered at chest RIF unit next to ceviche station.
Basic/08B-12-5
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several discarded items around mop sink area.
Basic/33-31-5
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed a box all throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several towels at kitchen area stored outside sanitizer bucket.
Basic/21-12-4
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted bottom shelves at preparation tables at preparation area in the rear of the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed rusted bottom shelves at preparation tables at preparation area in the rear of the kitchen. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted/soiled C vents and return all throughout kitchen working area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed dusted/soiled AC vents and returns all throughout kitchen working area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable all throughout the kitchen preparation tables. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed parts of kitchen floor peeled and not constructed in a way easy to clean across from ice machine.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed parts of kitchen floor peeled and not constructed in a way easy to clean across from ice machine. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup at condenser unit walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed heavy ice buildup at condenser unit walk in freezer. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer at several cooling units at kitchen preparation area.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed not ambient thermometer at several cooling units at kitchen preparation area. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units including walk-in freezer and walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed soiled gasket at several cooling units including walk-in freezer and walk in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Nov 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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 food manager Luis Perez with an expired certificate 06/10/2024.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed food manager Luis Perez with an expired certificate 06/10/2024. Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed manager Rusbelys Cañizales with not food manager certificate.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed shift manager with not food manager certificate Time Extended
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observer more than four food ha employees and not certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observer more than four food ha employees and not certified food manager present. Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted bottom shelves at preparation tables at preparation area in the rear of the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed rusted bottom shelves at preparation tables at preparation area in the rear of the kitchen. Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted/soiled C vents and return all throughout kitchen working area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed dusted/soiled AC vents and returns all throughout kitchen working area. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable all throughout the kitchen preparation tables. Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed parts of kitchen floor peeled and not constructed in a way easy to clean across from ice machine.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed parts of kitchen floor peeled and not constructed in a way easy to clean across from ice machine. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup at condenser unit walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed heavy ice buildup at condenser unit walk in freezer. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer at several cooling units at kitchen preparation area.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed not ambient thermometer at several cooling units at kitchen preparation area. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units including walk-in freezer and walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed soiled gasket at several cooling units including walk-in freezer and walk in cooler. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Nov 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
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 dishwasher machine a 0ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink at 0ppm.
High priority/22-43-4/Warning
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs stored at room temperature, as per chef for less than twenty minutes. Chef moved eggs back to reach in cooler
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce (as per chef less than two hours) (60F - Cold Holding), chef placed the chimichurri sauce in ice bath for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (113F - Hot Holding); cooked peppers (110F - Hot Holding); cooked onions (2nd temp) (185F Reheating); cooked pepper (2nd temp) (178F - Reheating).
High priority/03B-01-6/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 food manager Luis Perez with an expired certificate 06/10/2024.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed manager Rusbelys Cañizales with not food manager certificate.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine and quad sanitizer 3 compartment sink and not test kit available for either.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observer more than four food ha employees and not certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted bottom shelves at preparation tables at preparation area in the rear of the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed several equipment handles soiled with old food debris ( microwave, hot box unit, ovens, eran in coolers).
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted/soiled C vents and return all throughout kitchen working area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed parts of kitchen floor peeled and not constructed in a way easy to clean across from ice machine.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup at condenser unit walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several items block g the access bto mop sink.
Basic/42-02-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed serving utensil store in water at 79°F.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of hot box holding unit.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer at several cooling units at kitchen preparation area.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at several cooling units including walk-in freezer and walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drinking cup stored inside reach in cooler next to ice machine. Manager removed the cup.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate16 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 Bar dish washing machine dispensing chlorine solution at 0PPM. Advised operator to use kitchen dish washer and three compartment sink.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken (46F - Cold Holding); pork chops (50F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator, items were prepped the night before. Operator discarded products immediately.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (46F - Cold Holding); pork chops (50F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator, items were prepped the night before. Operator discarded products immediately.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at back prep area soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ice inside hand wash sink located near cook line. Operator removed immediately.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed back prep tables with surface rust on shelves.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine in kitchen area.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed dish machine exterior soiled at ware washing area.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed three bowls at steam table used to dispense rice. Operator removed immediately.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several white cutting boards in kitchen area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee at cook line with no hair net.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled located at the cook line.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three sets of tongs on oven handle doors. Operator removed immediately.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water at 117F near cook line. Operator discarded immediately.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket located across cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed prep sink near reach in cooler leaking water underneath pipes.
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung up mop.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth in back prep area not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator discarded.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sugar at coffee station not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled near back prep table.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed back prep table shelves with rust.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observe two clear spray bottles with bleach water solution not labeled at the bar area. Operator labeled immediately.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several white cutting boards around kitchen area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed three buckets of peeled plantains on floor. Operator removed from floor immediately.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed immediately.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water 67F at the cook line. Operator discarded standing water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign for hand wash sink near reach in cooler by prep area and dish washer.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung up to dry near dish washing area. Operator hung mop up.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site

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