PASTIME RESTAURANT
2469 NW 62 ST, Miami FL 33147 · 305-202-1966
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015023788 | May 27, 2015 | Jun 16, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paper towels inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee cleaned during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Manager provided during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly. Manager replaced batteries during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted at preparation table. Employee inverted during inspection.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting with groove marks at preparation table in kitchen area. Manager discarded during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal drink on top preparation table in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under ice machine behind front counter. Manager moped dried during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer at preparation table area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at preparation table area soiled with food debris.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - observed back door screen torn.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers. It inverted at cook line. Employee inverted during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board soiled with food debris, manager removed and washed during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 employees personal drinks inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Manager discarded during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at handwashing at kitchen area. Manager provided during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils inside plastic containers not inverted behind front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup under cooking equipment.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - Observed screen door torn in back door entrance.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted next to ice machine at front counter. Manager inverted during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind frying station.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Valerie Bradley, 07-27-2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on top reach in cooler next to service window, manager removed and provided clean cutting board.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coins inside handwashing sink behind front counter, manager removed and cleaned properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing behind front counter, manager provided during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees-Kandi, Shakira, Stacy and Carnell.more than 60 days employed. *
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint, manager provided hair net during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions being stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed cooking intensils inside standing water at 127F,, next to to steam table. manager reheated water during inspection Second temperature 148F.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled with food debris behind service window.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted next to handwashing sink in preparation area, manager inverted during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease across from 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with butter not labeled next to steam table. Manager labeled properly during inspection.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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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 manager certification is expired as of September 2023
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelf on preparation table rusted, located next to 3 compartment sink.
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. Observed employees certifications were expired.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed salmon croquettes inside reach in cooler not date marked across from oven. Manager dated product properly.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees-Kandi, Shakira, Stacy and Carnell.more than 60 days employed.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted next to 3 compartment sink employees inverted during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal phones on top preparation table next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored it properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up at reach in freezer next to walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at hand sink across from oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door handles soiled with food debris at reach in cooler across oven.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers at cook line not inverted, employee inverted during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet wiping towel on top of preparation table next to 3 compartment sink. Employee stored towel properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with flour at preparation table across from 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled product during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees-Kandi, Shakira, Stacy and Carnell.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor at kitchen area and under front counter soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers and kitchen equipment soiled with food debris.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor at kitchen area and under front counter soiled with grease and food debris.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw liver 62 ( - Cold Holding); sliced Tom (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding); at reach in cooler next to oven. As per employee less than 2 hours.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees-Kandi, Shakira, Stacy and Carnell.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled on top 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal cell phone stored on top preparation table next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor at kitchen area and under front counter soiled with grease and food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil store on the floor in the dry storage area. Employee stored product properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at handwashing sink next to reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers and kitchen equipment soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic containers with sugar, flour not labeled at preparation table across from 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled product during inspection.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor at kitchen area and under front counter soiled with grease and food debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed; Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm); Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (59F - Cold Holding);pooled eggs (63F - Cold Holding ) located in walk in cooler. As per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (98F - Hot Holding); at the cook line. As per cook less than 4 hours. cooked sausage (167F - Reheating).
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.
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 manager certification is expired as of September 2023
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.
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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelf on preparation table rusted, located next to 3 compartment sink.
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. Observed employees certifications were expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner not labeled being stored behind front counter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on top of microwave and next to clean plates across cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no washing sign on employee handwashing sink. Located next prep table in the kitchen area. Also observed on men bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers no inverted located next to steam table. Employee inverted containers during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops (frozen) next to reach in freezer. Employee stored product back to freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified with common name at dry storage area. Employee labeled during inspection.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 6 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed; Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm); Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on clean gloves without washing hands. Instructed employee with correct procedures.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cooked corn beef located in the walk in cooler. Employee stored product properly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing gloves. Instead of changing. Instructed employee proper procedure.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (59F - Cold Holding);pooled eggs (63F - Cold Holding ) located in walk in cooler. As per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (98F - Hot Holding); at the cook line. As per cook less than 4 hours. cooked sausage (167F - Reheating).
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.
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 manager certification is expired as of September 2023
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.
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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelf on preparation table rusted, located next to 3 compartment sink.
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. Observed employees certifications were expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner not labeled being stored behind front counter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on top of microwave and next to clean plates across cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of fries and chicken wings being stored on the floor inside walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no washing sign on employee handwashing sink. Located next prep table in the kitchen area. Also observed on men bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers no inverted located next to steam table. Employee inverted containers during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish fillets container not covered located inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops (frozen) next to reach in freezer. Employee stored product back to freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified with common name at dry storage area. Employee labeled during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 10 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 operator with handout for cleaning vomiting and diarrhea.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled..
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed at kitchen area soiled with grease. Hood vents and pipes soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls not inverted at dry rack.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer in storage area with corroded lid.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer by storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no HWS in kitchen. Observed no HWS in men's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled by fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside two door reach in cooler at kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed kitchen floor not sealed.
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