PITA FRESH
7758 N KENDALL DR, Kendall FL 33156 · 305-699-9688
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. Operator paid the license. Showed renewed at dashboard.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry food shelves soiled.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored. Observed on dry dish racks.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks and water damage to multiple ceiling tiles in establishment.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in establishment.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at front counter above food prep.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in at front counter. Observed hood system soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall tiles soiled in establishment.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10-25. Operator paid during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spray stored above bag of beans. Operator removed during inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink with hose attached.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
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 Kareem Abdulmajeed 12-17-2020.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry food shelves soiled.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored. Observed on dry dish racks.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks and water damage to multiple ceiling tiles in establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in establishment.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at front counter above food prep.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy physically on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in at front counter. Observed hood system soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed white pepper container reused for salt.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall tiles soiled in establishment.
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cloth as cover for food in reach in freezer.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where dry herbs are kept.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep table where sheet trays are stored. Observed on dry dish rack.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of food in walk in cooler missing date mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at kitchen entrance on speed rack.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on microwave handle.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in establishment ceiling tiles with water damage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several cups on prep table in front kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed all employees at front counter with no hair restraint.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in kitchen above mop sink area. Observed in disrepair above microwave.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood system. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in at front counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink; not in use.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
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. Observed no kit or form; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where spices are kept. Observed soiled knife magnet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit on site; chlorine or Quat.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in freezer outside of walk in cooler, observed in soda fridge at counter..
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several with water damage; kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted at time of inspection.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.observed in warewash area; no shield for bulbs.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on rack next to reach in freezer; spoons face up.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
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. Observed no kit or form; inspector provided via email.
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 Kareem; 12/25.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where spices are kept. Observed soiled knife magnet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit on site; chlorine or Quat.
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 4 employees working; no certified manager present.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on cook line, red spray no label.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave in warewash area; soiled handle.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in freezer outside of walk in cooler, observed in soda fridge at counter..
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several with water damage; kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed sunglasses on bouillon container, observed bag on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor at front counter.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.observed in warewash area; no shield for bulbs.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed fan under hand sink soiled with dust.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on rack next to reach in freezer; spoons face up.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over falafel mix inside reach in cooler across cook line. Employee placed raw chicken under falafel.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed test kit for chlorine not provided.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser at kitchen without label.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside reach in freezer. Operator removed during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product. Emploplaced handle upwards.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container without label at dry storage.
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a stuffed vine leaves can dented.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro stores inside of thank you bags at walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in cooler front counter. Operator was instructed that the chicken need to be on the bottom part of the RIC.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (50 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator was outside one hour ago. Operator moved the product to the coolest part of the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer handle soiled.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used at shelves reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above reach in freezers.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a bag with raw chicken at reach in freezer. As per operator it is personal food.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bag of onion and a box with chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed a soybean oil container stored on floor at storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the utensils inside of water at 101 F at steam table. The water was reheated at 142°F.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored up.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination at shelf under gyro equipment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed gyros meat stored on thank you bags at walk in cooler. Operator was informed that thank you bags can not be used to store food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. Operator paid the license. Showed renewed at dashboard.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator was informed the right order to store the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grapes leaves (60 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine + 200 ppm) Operator added water to get 100 ppm.
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. Food employee reporting agreement was provided by email.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. At walk in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line food shelves at reach in freezer.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile above reach in freezer.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack in front of three compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed iPhone on preparation table located next to three compartment sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with falafel stored on floor at walk in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between two reach in coolers front counter. Operator removed the knife.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes with single service items stored on floor under preparation table. Operator moved to a shelf.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service article not stored inverted at shelves under preparation table. Operator inverted the single service articles.
Two Light shield damaged/in disrepair at dishwasher area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.