PLATEA
12175 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY, Pinecrest FL 33156 · 305-799-0262
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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NOV 24
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MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 41 points better than where it started.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015025007 | May 21, 2015 | Jun 23, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 tuna and 3 corvina filets completely thawed in ROP.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under dish machine where hose is 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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
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Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler across triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in across triple sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter cooler across cook line.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meats stored in walk in above fresh produce. Operator corrected order.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 broken egg in walk in. Operator tossed egg on site.
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 dry dish racks.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter.
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw oysters above ready to eat shrimp. Operator changed order during inspection.
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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at kitchen entrance.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry storage rack.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at alcohol cooler in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on cook line.
Nov 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed six individuals packages with raw fish inside of vacuum packaging packaged onsite at reach in cooler. And 6 individual packages (3 pounds) of scallops inside of reduced oxygen package at walk in cooler. The reduced oxygen package is onsite. Operator discarded the products.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Oysters stored over cooked sweet potatoes at reach in cooler precipitation area. And observed raw whole fish stored over cooked beef at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored next to raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the raw chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed six individuals packages with raw fish inside of vacuum packaging packaged onsite at reach in cooler. And 6 individual packages (3 pounds) of scallops inside of reduced oxygen package at walk in cooler. The reduced oxygen package is onsite. Operator discarded the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Tuna (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
No chlorine 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 at preparation line.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna bearing a label inside of reduced oxygen packaged at walk in cooler. Operator removed the tuna from the individual package.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at reach in cooler preparation area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed condiments containers stored next to hand wash sink exposed to splash at preparation area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three tongs stored at oven door. Operator removed the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside of water at 79°F. Operator discarded the water.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed the establishment ROP raw beef for less than 48 hours, no time recorded at the individual package.
Nov 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent and ceiling tiles soiled with mold like substance next to the walk-in cooler and ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn.
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensil inside of water at 80°F. Operator eliminated the water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over French fried at reach in cooler drawers. Operator relocated the salmon to the bottom part.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed precooked potatoes (68 F - Cold Holding) on the top of the oven. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (88 F - Hot Holding) and butter (102 F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per operator for half and hour. Operator moved the products to the oven to be reheating.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary > 400 ppm). Operator added water to get 200 ppm.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed cook beef short ribs inside of reduced oxygen package and maintained more than 48 hours at walk in cooler not approved variance.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche and tuna tartare not identified as raw at the menu.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle inside of the rice container. Operator removed the container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent and ceiling tiles soiled with mold like substance next to the walk-in cooler and ice machine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator cut the individual packages.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed octopus at room temperature. Operator put the product at preparation sink and turned on the water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet towels on preparation tables at cook line. Operator started to remove the wet towels.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, flour and rice containers not identified by common name.
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.