RCA CULINARY SERVICES, INC
4400 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33137
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 100+ dead insects on floor under shelves at dry food storage. Observed 60+ dead insects under cold table next to walk in cooler.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 0ppm). Operator added chlorine. Retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bread inside reach in cooler by hand sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); raw branzino (47F - Cold Holding); raw corvina (47F - Cold Holding); raw snapper (45F - Cold Holding) I side reach in freezer. As per operator since the day before. Operator segregated.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); raw branzino (47F - Cold Holding); raw corvina (47F - Cold Holding); raw snapper (45F - Cold Holding) I side reach in freezer. As per operator since the day before. Operator segregated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade soiled on prep table across ovens.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled across cook line. Also observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled by hand sink.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed next to triple sink at prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water I side triple sink at prep area. Operator start running cold water for proper thawing.
Jan 27, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 certification for Katty Escalante on 2/10/25.
Oct 31, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since 10/01/24.
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 certification for Katty Escalante on 2/10/25.
Oct 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since 10/01/24.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 100+ dead insects on floor under shelves at dry food storage. Observed 60+ dead insects under cold table next to walk in cooler.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator discarded solution.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambien temperature on shelves across cook line. Operator placed eggs snide reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
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 certification for Katty Escalante on 2/10/25.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 bags of garbanzo beans and cooking oil stored on floor at dry storage.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under yellow cutting board at prep area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single use plates and bag of single use plates stored on floor under hot table next to walk in cooler.
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed quaternary sanitizer, employee not using test strips to check sanitizer levels.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of oven soiled.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees working with raw Turkey then touching clean pans. Discussed with operator, the importance of changing gloves and washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Jan 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 6/1/2022.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cooked squash in reach-in cooler across from cook line oven. Employee placed eggs on bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in walk-in cooler: cheese (44F - Cold Holding); ham (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items were at proper temperature at 8 am. Manager opened door to walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Water nozzle on dining room coffee machine. Blade of can opener on prep table across from cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink across from office.
Food stored on floor. Bottles of water stored on walk-in cooler floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Non food contact surfaces of dining room coffee machine. Area area soda nozzles on cafeteria serving line. Gaskets of kitchen reach-in coolers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water. Employee placed chicken under running water.
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.