RICE BUCKET
15364 NW 79 CRT, Miami Lakes FL 33016 · 3054947757
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw shrimp in the same container in reach in freezer. Operator removed it.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed cooked chicken not properly identified and segregated in reach cooler as per operator was employee lunch.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towels on preparation table, operator properly stored in chlorine sanitation solution.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator re do the sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed msg, salt and sugar container with no label.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in the prep cooler at cook line raw eggs stored over cooked pork.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at Hand wash sink at cook line.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed container with seasoning not labeled, on storage shelves at storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, observed on unit at storage area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw rice container stored on the floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Hand wash sink at cook line.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked chicken stored in direct contact with cardboard box, in a chest freezer located at cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook rinse a wiping cloth in the three compartment sink, continued to dry his hands with the same wiping cloth to then start to prep food without washing hands or change gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spring rolls (71F - Cold Holding), on a prep table at cook line, as per operator stored on table less than 1 hour ago. Employee transferred food to reach in cooler to rapidly cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution stored on the preparation table, employee removed it on site.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washed her hands in the three compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cooked chicken stored in direct contact with cardboard box, in a chest freezer located at cook line.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees dinking soup or broth in the kitchen.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, freezer located at cook line next to the hand wash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In the three compartment sink observed raw pork ribs thawing in standing water, employee opener cold running water to properly thaw food.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with chicken base not labeled, employee labeled it on site.
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer 200 ppm. Manager brought down solution to 50 ppm.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handle solid, microwave located above a large chest freezer at cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, at upright reach in cooler located next to the DW Machine observed
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Ceiling tiles along the kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Microwave interior has stains and old food spots, microwave located on storage shelf at cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed a small reach in freezer at cook line next to the hans wash sink with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. In the upright reach in cooler located next to the DW Machine observed containers with scrambled eggs, cooked pork, cooked chicken wings not covered.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed produce, operator placed unwashed produce under raw chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers with pork, and chicken not date marked stored at reach in cooler located next to reach in freezer at kitchen. As per operator prepared on previous day.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile at entrance of establishment in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of sauce on the floor located next to hand sink at kitchen. Operator removed container of sauce from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in cooler next to cooknline soiled. Observed microwave soiled located across from cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork not covered inside of reach in cooler located next to reach in freezer at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line located at kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with vinegar not labeled stored across from reach in freezer at kitchen.
Oct 3, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0 ppm. Manager repaired machine during inspection. Final reading, 25ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per person in charge, for less than 1 hour. Advised person in charge to remove product above fill line.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside container of sauce in storage area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen. Observed vents at front counter soiled with black substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door at back of store.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in white reach in freezer in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Manager turned on cool, running water over product.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front kitchen area.
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0 ppm. Manager repaired machine during inspection. Final reading, 25ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs over over bean sprouts in reach in cooler at kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per person in charge, for less than 1 hour. Advised person in charge to remove product above fill line.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed no marking of time on fried rice.
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black substance on cutting board across from dishwashing machine.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs not date marked at reach in freezer. As per person in charge, item was prepared on previous days.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside container of sauce in storage area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located at cookline.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen. Observed vents at front counter soiled with black substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door at back of store.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed at hood at frying station.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in white reach in freezer in kitchen.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed tong stored in soiled container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Manager turned on cool, running water over product.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front kitchen area.
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