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NOULA MIAMI

18900 SW 114 AVE, Miami FL 33157 · 7867018930

Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 16 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2319399
Grade history
MAR 25
SEP 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4
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Inspection history

16 visits, newest first

Aug 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed turkey (60 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (60 F - Cold Holding); tomato (61 F - Cold Holding); chicken (61 F - Cold Holding); beef (61 F - Cold Holding); goat (61 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the front line. As per operator food was stored around 8:00 AM. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed lettuce at 53 F and Mac and cheese at 53°F. As per manager foods were stored around 12:00 PM inside the reach in cooler. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (60 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (60 F - Cold Holding); tomato (61 F - Cold Holding); chicken (61 F - Cold Holding); beef (61 F - Cold Holding); goat (61 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the front line. As per operator food was stored around 8:00 AM. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed lettuce at 53 F and Mac and cheese at 53°F. As per manager foods were stored around 12:00 PM inside the reach in cooler. Admin Complaint
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 equipment is not working properly. Thermometer was at 60F and all foods inside were out of temperature.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed equipment is not working properly. Thermometer was at 65 F. Admin Complaint
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting next to the 3 containers sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting next to the 3 containers sink. Time Extended
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken and in disrepair throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed floor tiles broken and in disrepair throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2026 · Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen are. Time Extended
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Aug 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed turkey (60 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (60 F - Cold Holding); tomato (61 F - Cold Holding); chicken (61 F - Cold Holding); beef (61 F - Cold Holding); goat (61 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the front line. As per operator food was stored around 8:00 AM. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (60 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (60 F - Cold Holding); tomato (61 F - Cold Holding); chicken (61 F - Cold Holding); beef (61 F - Cold Holding); goat (61 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the front line. As per operator food was stored around 8:00 AM. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl used as scoop inside the flour.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation/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 equipment is not working properly. Thermometer was at 60°F and all foods inside were out of temperature.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed tumbler stored on preparation table. Operator removed it.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting next to the 3 containers sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken and in disrepair throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in water at 87°F at the front line. Operator removed the water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour not identified in the kitchen.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta inside the reach in cooler across the stove was not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container stored inside fish container in the walk in cooler. Operator removed it.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken and in disrepair throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen are.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with pitcher handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle inside the beans. Operator removed the pitcher.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine bucket stored on preparation table. Operator removed it.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Nov 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 10, 2025 · Observed door gaskets of walk in freezer in disrepair. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 10, 2025 · Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 10, 2025 · Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 10, 2025 · Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 10, 2025 · Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table. Time Extended
Oct 10, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach in cooler, cooked turkey (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than two hours placed in reach in cooler from walk in. Employee placed in the freezer to bring down temperature.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked turkey and cooked beef not date marked. Per operator prepared two days ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler next to cook line and prep line not working properly and keeping food cold.
Basic/14-74-7/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 employee personal open water bottle on preparation table.
Basic/12B-12-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water bottle and cell phone on top of preparation table.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the glass doors of reach in cooler in front area soiled with mold like substance. Observed spray nozzle at 3 compartment sink soiled. Also observed door gaskets of reach in coolers, walk in freezer and walk in cooler soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed sauce, fish, and vegetables not covered in the walk in cooler. Observed frozen meat not covered in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Sep 24, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease.
High priority/08B-27-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed two holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. 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 by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working, highest temperature reading 47°F. Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-22-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed standing water around kitchen area. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed standing water around kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-11-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.
Basic/33-19-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed cardboard boxes were not removed. Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.
Basic/05-09-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended
Sep 23, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 25 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate20 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease.
High priority/08B-27-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer.
High priority/14-15-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed 1 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen near standing reach in cooler. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed a large cooking spatula stored in the hand wash sink. Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. 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 by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed 7 dead roach total, 1 in front of walk in cooler and 2 next to the 3 compartment sink area, 1 in the dry storage area, 2 in front of the reach in cooler in front area, 1 in shelving unit in the front area. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-22-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed standing water around kitchen area. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash soiled Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-11-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.
Basic/33-19-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair. Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.
Basic/05-09-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area. Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) soiled. Time Extended
Sep 22, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 37 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

6 High priority3 Intermediate28 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee wipe sweat from forehead and proceed to prep food without washing hands and changing gloves.
High priority/12A-10-4
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease.
High priority/08B-27-4
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer.
High priority/14-15-4
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler by the stove not date marked. As per operator it was cooked 2 days ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle being used to dispense fish, located inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5
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 by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.
Basic/14-74-7
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding non the wall next to freezer and prep table.
Basic/36-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.
Basic/50-09-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas.
Basic/35A-03-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without no beard guard while engaged in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath the back exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled.
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
Basic/36-11-4
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.
Basic/33-19-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair.
Basic/36-24-5
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.
Basic/05-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table next to the steam table.
Basic/21-44-1
Stored food not covered. Observed food stored in the walk in cooler not covered, Also Observed food inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation
May 27, 2025□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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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/ Observed no certified manager present with more than four employees at time of inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler in poor repair with broken tiles.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of raw chicken stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Employee placed on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/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 gasket at reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of stew at the walk in freezer uncovered. Employee covered during inspection.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor underneath triple sink soiled with debris.
Basic/36-10-4/Warning
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food preparation table at kitchen entrance soiled with old food debris. Observed stored metal bowls soiled on shelf at back storage area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and non absorbent at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter.
Basic/36-37-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed light no functioning at kitchen entrance.
Basic/38-11-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at restroom. Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink located next to bar.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food debris between fryers.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed conch batter and sauces not covered located at walk-in cooler. Employee began to cover items.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind fry station soiled with old food debris. Also observed floor soiled underneath three compartment sink and back storage area.
Basic/36-27-5
May 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
High priority/14-31-5/Return visit May 15, 2024 · High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit May 15, 2024 · Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. Time Extended
May 13, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Owner discarded food during inspection.
High priority/03D-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Operator discarded all foods during inspection.
High priority/01B-36-5/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
High priority/14-31-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed sanitizing solution during inspection.
Basic/21-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning/Return visit May 13, 2024 · Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. Warning Time Extended
Feb 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Nirva Jean, Dunrberg Jean.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee battled water stored on the preparation table next to the steam table at cook line.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Dec 18, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tray stored in the hand sink located in the kitchen, also observed food residue in the same hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink located in the kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the reach in cooler located in the cook line observed cooked Oxtail stored in the unit over 24 hours not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in the cook line.
Basic/13-03-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer located in the cook line.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in stand water at 79.
Basic/10-07-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both oven in the kitchen.
Basic/22-08-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler located in the cook line interior of the lid and around the rim of the interior soiled, reach in cooler at front counter interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler located in the cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked Oxtail in the walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Basic/21-02-4

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