PINOLANDIA 2
6742 PEMBROKE RD, Pembroke Pines FL 33023 · 954-989-2599
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 19 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 29 points better than where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 27 Rodent droppings on floor of dry storage room located in a storage room in the dining area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
12 cases · $5,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025052559 | Jul 24, 2025 | Nov 21, 2025 | — |
| 2--2025026355 | Jan 22, 2025 | Oct 2, 2025 | — |
| 2--2024045571 | Jul 8, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | — |
| 2--2024036552 | Jun 17, 2024 | Nov 26, 2024 | $1,240 |
| 2--2024013342 | Feb 29, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $440 |
| 2--2024030792 | May 6, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2023069109 | Dec 7, 2023 | May 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2023056197 | Oct 5, 2023 | Mar 28, 2024 | — |
| 2--2023019712 | Feb 8, 2023 | Jun 27, 2023 | $800 |
| 2--2022031568 | Jun 7, 2022 | Feb 15, 2023 | $1,200 |
| 2--2021055995 | Oct 25, 2021 | Jul 5, 2022 | $160 |
| 2--2018034890 | Jun 29, 2018 | Dec 14, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in walk in cooler, pealed plantains in non food grade shopping bags.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw vegetables in walk in cooler.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food containers in walk-in cooler with no date marks. Observed marinated beef, marinated chicken, etc all 25-36 hours since preparation with no date marks.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in both the rice and flour bulk containers. Operator removed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed build up of food drippings on walk in freezer floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored directly on walk in freezer floor.
Inadequate cleaning as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood filters.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab and go coolers with cake slices, house made popsicles, etc. no proper labels.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Still missing across from walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in employee restroom.
Jun 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Quaternary tablets added to correct solution to 200ppm quaternary
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the front steam table, cooked pork (98-145F - Hot Holding). Some of the pork was stored above the line inside the pan. The item has been on the steam table less than 4 hours. The below temperature portion was removed to the grill to reheat to 165F.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No kit for quaternary solution.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Next to the front counter hand wash sink, a spray bottle containing cleaner had no label. The bottle was then labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bin of flour, a large bowl was stored inside and used to dispense the food. The bowl was removed.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler #1, cases of raw beef are stored on the floor.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In back area across from the walk in coolers.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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No hot water in handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Water 79F.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks. Both sink. Manager replaced during inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.. Renovations were made. Operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area in an extended room without employees hands washing sink Plan submitted on 09/11/2025 pending approval.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temperature 79F in employees handwashing sink.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, and mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors in establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Nov 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage cans in walk in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary chemical test kit.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors.
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee sprayed and cleaned tables in dining room returned to work area, reached out for a to go plate to store customer's cooked food without removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage cans in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in kitchen. Opened valve and water comes out of faucet
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary chemical test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area in an extended room without employees hands washing 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. SafeStaff 05-26-2025 Expired.
Bowl used to dispense food corn flour in secondary prep area. Manager removed.
Cases of raw beef stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors.
Jun 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in kitchen next to grill.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area in an extended room without hands washing sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. Under prep table in kitchen.
Jun 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw chicken to cutting tomatoes without washing hands nor the cutting board. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep Table- Cooked Rice and Beans (85F Hot Holding). Per Manager food item on table less than 2 hours. Observed item stored at room temperature. Cook reheated. Steam Table-Cooked Pork (105-155F - Hot Holding); Grilled Pork (110-156F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 2 hours. Observed pans overfilled. Manager removed top portions and reheated.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in kitchen next to grill.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area in an extended room without hands washing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cases of raw meats stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in kitchen. Employee removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. Under prep table in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken and raw pork thawed in standing water in triple sink. Manager stored under running water.
Jan 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed several garbage cans used to store raw meats and premade sauces in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet next to stove in kitchen.
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/ Elena Ibarra- 10-07-2023 Expired
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine Chemical test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. No hands washing sink.
1) 1 Ceiling tile missing next to walk in cooler. 2) 4 Ceiling tiles in dry storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors
Prep table lower shelf with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Corn (61F - Cooling); Cooked Beef (45-46F - Cooling). Per Cook food item in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Sale.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw chicken and reached out for a cleaned container to to stored cooked food without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed several garbage cans used to store raw meats and premade sauces in walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef stored above container of raw pork in walk in cooler. Employee inverted.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 27 Rodent droppings on floor of dry storage room located in a storage room in the dining area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1) Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Corn (61F - Cooling); Cooked Beef (45-46F - Cooling). Per Cook food item in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Sale 2) Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (45F); Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); White Cheese (46F). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale **Corrective Action Taken*
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (45F); Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); White Cheese (46F). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Pork (98-112F - Hot Holding); Cooked Chicken (106-156F - Hot Holding); Cooked Vegetables (98-108F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than 2 hours. Observed pans overfilled. Manager reheated.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet next to stove in kitchen.
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/ Elena Ibarra- 10-07-2023 Expired
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine Chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. No hands washing sink.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator using single serving items. Operator received sanitizer during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pico de Gallo and white cheese prepare since Monday not date marked. Employee dated 01-19.
1) 1 Ceiling tile missing next to walk in cooler. 2) 4 Ceiling tiles in dry storage area.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense rice
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under and behind large freezer in secondary prep area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Ice cream not labeled in Atosa freezer. Freezer removed from dining room and stored in front counter. Employee will now handed items.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. 2 Shields missing.
Prep table lower shelf with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked White Rice (94F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork Tamales (108F - Hot Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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/Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exits.
Nov 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. 1) Employee picked forks off the floor proceeded to pick up a clean container with food and grabbed a pair of tongs without first removing gloves or washing hands. 2) Employee used personal phone and proceeded to grabbed cleans to go plates to serve customers without removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employees washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above container of cooked beef, cheese and cut peppers in Beverage Air Reach in cooler. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked White Rice (94F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork Tamales (108F - Hot Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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/Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Container of cooked cow tongues not covered in walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exits.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Jul 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped face with shirt, moved the trash can and proceeded to grab a container to placed dough without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. 50 gallons garbage can non food grade containers used for raw meat storage in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked Chicken (95-110F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item not placed directly in unit. Item stored on cover of pan. Manager reheated.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. PIC Aresly Lopez lacks knowledge of employee health policy.
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/ Maria Melendez 08-15-22 Expired
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher and pan lid stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine chemical test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter sink.
Jun 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment operating after issuance of an Emergency Order of Suspension of license. Operating on a suspension license starting on June 17th and 18th.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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/. Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area
May 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Rice (60F - Cooking). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped face with shirt, moved the trash can and proceeded to grab a container to placed dough without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Establishment operating after issuance of Order of Suspension.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. 50 gallons garbage can non food grade containers used for raw meat storage in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Rice (60F - Cooking). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked Chicken (95-110F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item not placed directly in unit. Item stored on cover of pan. Manager reheated.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. PIC Aresly Lopez lacks knowledge of employee health policy.
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/ Maria Melendez 08-15-22 Expired
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher and pan lid stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine chemical test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter sink.
Water leaking from faucet handle in kitchen handwashing sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen and front counter. Manager stored in Sanitizer bucket.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. GrMeat containers in walk in cooler.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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 Maria Mendez- 08-15-2022 Expired/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine chemical test kit.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter handwashing sink.
Water leaking from faucet handle
Feb 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee after using personal phone put on glove in one hand and reached out for a clean plate to serve customer with the hand without glove. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. GrMeat containers in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Raw shell eggs stored above container of salsa and cooked beef in Imbera Refrigerator. 2) Container of raw liver stored above containers of cut peppers and cut onions and corns. Manager inverted.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee placed a large pan of cooked rice on top of another pan of cooked rice without any foil or lid in between to protect rice from cross contamination. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked beef (115-120F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item overfilled and stored in half size pan. Manager reheated and moved to a deeper pan.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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 Maria Mendez- 08-15-2022 Expired/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks. Both Front counter and kitchen sink. Employee provided.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter handwashing sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter handwashing sink.
Water leaking from faucet handle
Dec 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Oct 7, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Oct 5, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 28 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority9 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee cashed out a customer and reached out for a pair of gloves to serve food without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used personal phone and proceeded to handle a clean plate to serve customer without washing hand nor removing gloves. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of raw shell eggs stored above opened container of sauces and opened bag of cut cabbage. Manager inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in freezer -Pork tamales (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed gasket torn and disrepair. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Polar Pak freezer- Raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (47F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork tamales (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed gasket torn and disrepair. See stop sale for pork tamales and cheeses. Instructed manager ro prepared and cooked meats.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked eggs (109-115F - Hot Holding); Cooked rice (115-158F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Observed eggs in half size pan therefore not reaching the boiling water and cooked rice overfilled. Manager reheated.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. No hand washing sinks for employees to use in kitchen. Employees washed hands in 3 compartments sink.
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/
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel in front counter hand washing sink. Employee replaced.
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle stored in container of sauce in kitchen. Manager removed.
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. Do not stored any TCS food in walk in freezer
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In employee restroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on self above triple sink in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Faucet missing at hand washing sink next to triple sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tuna stored in standing water in triple sink. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back of kitchen wall soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink next to triple sink leaking water.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer 0ppm. Manager remade to 100ppm.
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