ROLLING WAVES BREWING & DISTILLERY
10400 NW 33 ST STE 150, Doral FL 33172 · 305-992-4531
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on Oct-1sr 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner above low boy cooler. Operator removed from top of cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certificate; 13 years of service at location. Manager: Robert.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed storage room converted into preparation area with oven, reach in cooler, steam table, chest freezer, hot box and hand sink. Observed outside of prep room 2 reach in freezers and reach in cooler, dry food racks and prep table, all items not on plans located in front of cooking area. Observed at bar area; chlorine dish machine has been added. Plans have not been submitted or approved.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Luis Franco with expired food handler; 04/21/26.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer in prep room.
Jun 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 salmon filets stored in ROP.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner above low boy cooler. Operator removed from top of cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certificate; 13 years of service at location. Manager: Robert.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed storage room converted into preparation area with oven, reach in cooler, steam table, chest freezer, hot box and hand sink. Observed outside of prep room 2 reach in freezers and reach in cooler, dry food racks and prep table, all items not on plans located in front of cooking area. Observed at bar area; chlorine dish machine has been added. Plans have not been submitted or approved.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Luis Franco with expired food handler; 04/21/26.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of ice machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on dry food racks.
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 next to oven no longer maintaining cold temps. No TCS foods stored inside.
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 3 salmon filets stored in ROP.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken container raw salmon is stored in.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer in prep room.
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on Oct-1sr 2025.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed smash burger (44F - Cold Holding) at drawer reach-cooler under flat top, as per kitchen staff for less than 4 hours, instructed staff to place bag of ice on top for rapid cooling, staff provided de ice.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed coleslaw in cooling process covered, as per kitchen staff for 20 minutes, coached staff on proper cooling methods, staff uncovered it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quad sanitizer in use and not test strips available.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach-in freezer unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at some cooling units.
Jul 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at chest freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled caulking at 3 compartment sink.
Apr 2, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added a new preparation area with equipments and handwashing sink and not plan submitted to plan review.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen preparation area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at chest freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled caulking at 3 compartment sink.
Jan 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added a new preparation area with equipments and handwashing sink and not plan submitted to plan review.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen preparation area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at chest freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled caulking at 3 compartment sink.
Oct 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed preparation areas added adjacent to approved cook line, no handwashing sinks available.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans storage room converted into preparation area containing preparation table, reach in cooler, steam table, slicer, conveyor toaster and hot box. Observed preparation area added in separate room in front of approved cook line. Area contains preparation table, reach in freezer, microwave and food mixer.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed maximum temperature 250F boiler at room next to cook line.
Aug 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed preparation areas added adjacent to approved cook line, no handwashing sinks available.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans storage room converted into preparation area containing preparation table, reach in cooler, steam table, slicer, conveyor toaster and hot box. Observed preparation area added in separate room in front of approved cook line. Area contains preparation table, reach in freezer, microwave and food mixer.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed maximum temperature 250F boiler at room next to cook line.
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee enter cook line and began preparing chicken, no hand wash. Discussed proper hand washing practices with employee.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed cooked brisket is received from another source. No invoice available.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheddar (73F - Cold Holding) at room temperature above preparation cooler at cook line. Employee placed product inside reach in freezer to rapidly chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed black beans (107F - Reheating) inside hot box. As per employee, product placed inside unit 2 hours prior. Manager took product to reheat to 165F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (109F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per employee, product at room temperature for less than 2 hours. Observed cooked corn (109F - Hot Holding) at room temperature above preparation cooler. As per manager, for 1 hour. Manager placed products inside oven to reheat to 165F.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed preparation areas added adjacent to approved cook line, no handwashing sinks available.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand sink at cook line. Manager removed container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at cook line. Manager replenished paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans storage room converted into preparation area containing preparation table, reach in cooler, steam table, slicer, conveyor toaster and hot box. Observed preparation area added in separate room in front of approved cook line. Area contains preparation table, reach in freezer, microwave and food mixer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with black substance at preparation room.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed maximum temperature 250F boiler at room next to cook line.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer at handwashing sink at the bar, operator stored properly during the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new roll.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Next to mop sink. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed pico de gallo and corn with a plastic cup with no handle stored inside the reach in cooler. Operator removed container.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed license.
Observed ice buildup in deep reach-in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of prep table, operator properly stored inside sanitizer bucket.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer spray (Quaternary 300+ppm), stored in the kitchen, operator remade Sanitizer Spray (Quaternary 200ppm).
Apr 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed pickles made at establishment on 11-16-23. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at bar used as dump sink as evidenced by strainer placed in sink. Employee removed at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In women's room stall
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed lumpias with cooked ingredients, and observed cheese vacuum sealed at establishment.
Mold like substance on interior of unused reach in cooler at bar.
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.