RICE MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN / DOGHOUSE
50 SW 10 ST UNIT 46, Miami FL 33130 · 3059868084
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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. Provided form to operator.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of burn cream and ibuprofen stored above prep table in kitchen area. Operator removed.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored next to bottle of oil near cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled near prep table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for quaternary three compartment sink.
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no hot water measuring device for dish machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing degreaser with no label near back kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles located near ware washing area soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to canned goods near dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler with soiled fan covers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean container at the dry rack shelf near ware washing area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler with soiled interior located across the cook line.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil used as a shelf cover ripped near cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Jun 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at both ware washing areas.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at prep area near cook line.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff doing food preparation while wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC across fryers being held by pavers, RIC gaskets under sandwhich presser, and cooling drawer gasket under cooking range at second cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door near bathrooms.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at RIC at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC fan guards and gaskets soiled, and spray nozzle next to DM soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at cook line near rice machine.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate15 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. Coached staff.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside HWS at ware washing area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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. Observed Ana, Yeisy, Taily, and Camila working for more than 60 days with no training.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed at top of DM.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at both ware washing areas.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between 3CS and wall. Coached staff on correct procedure.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at prep area near cook line.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff doing food preparation while wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC across fryers being held by pavers, RIC gaskets under sandwhich presser, and cooling drawer gasket under cooking range at second cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door near bathrooms.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at RIC at dry storage area.
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 handle in contact with bacon at second cook line. Scoop was removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC fan guards and gaskets soiled, and spray nozzle next to DM soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bottom of RIC under sandwich presser.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at cook line near rice machine.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees cell on kitchen work tables.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed RIC end cook line : cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F - Cold Holding). As per person in charge from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed RIC end cook line : cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F - Cold Holding). As per person in charge from previous day.
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. Provided information to person in charge.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed test kit completely packaged and new.
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. Provided form to operator.
Expired quaternary chemical test kit on 06-2020 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed rice warmer next to hand washing sink at kitchen entrance.
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. Observed reach in cooler ambient temperature at 56F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed near walk in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean plastic container at drain boards by dishwasher machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign on any hand washing sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service lids stored on floor at front counter.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on bottom of reach in cooler by end of cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink by dishwasher.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 4259 W FLAGER ST, Coral Gables — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Atcookoine.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at front counter disposable cups stored on floor.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 4259 W FLAGER ST, Coral Gables — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line at make bar and near 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near cook line.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Provided to operator. Operator printed and posted.
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. Provided form to operator. Operator printed and signed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink near front service station soiled. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed hood filter soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking from ceiling in ware washing area.
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