SABOR VENEZOLANO
2132 WHISPER LAKES BLVD, Orlando FL 32837 · 786.301.2851
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 17 visits since November 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in hallway leading to restroom.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025053311 | Jun 9, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2021030126 | Jun 11, 2021 | Sep 24, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.
Equipment in poor repair. -Gaskets torn on reach-in cooler adjacent on deep fryers and reach-in cooler on cooks line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -Shaved ice cooler stored outside on corridor at entrance to restaurant. -Chest freezer and ice-cream cooler stored in hallway.
Aug 18, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to hold arepas in hot holding unit and to store pastries and raw meat in reach-in coolers and freezers throughout establishment.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -The only handwashing sink on cooks line leaking from below and not in use per operator.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cups used as scoop in rice bulk container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several water bottles and energy drink can on prep table at back of kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee slicing fruits at front counter with rings and jewelry on wrist.
Equipment in poor repair. -Gaskets torn on reach-in cooler adjacent on deep fryers and reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on cooks line under fryer and several spots throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice-cream cooler in hallway.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Stored food not covered. -Several pans of chicken and beef in reach-in cooler uncovered. - Empanadas uncovered in reach-in freezer.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -Shaved ice cooler stored outside on corridor at entrance to restaurant. -Chest freezer and ice-cream cooler stored in hallway.
Aug 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee scratching head then proceeded to touch clean tong and removed food from grill.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to hold arepas in hot holding unit and to store pastries and raw meat in reach-in coolers and freezers throughout establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over cooked ground beef in reach-in cooler at back of kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in hallway leading to restroom.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -Observed case of shell eggs stored on floor in storage area. Per operator they were placed on floor the day prior. -In use case of eggs on cooks line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -A case of eggs stored on the floor at back of kitchen since the previous day per operator. - Case of eggs in-use on cooks line held at room temperature since the previous day.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -The only handwashing sink on cooks line leaking from below and not in use per operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed orange juice being dumped in handwashing sink at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cups used as scoop in rice bulk container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.
Dead roaches on premises. Three dead roaches around inoperable reach-in cooler in storage area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several water bottles and energy drink can on prep table at back of kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee slicing fruits at front counter with rings and jewelry on wrist.
Equipment in poor repair. -Gaskets torn on reach-in cooler adjacent on deep fryers and reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on cooks line under fryer and several spots throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. 2 cases of plastic bottled water and a case of plantains stored on floor in storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice-cream cooler in hallway.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed oranges being placed into juicer directly from box and lemons sliced directly from box at front counter.
Stored food not covered. -Several pans of chicken and beef in reach-in cooler uncovered. - Empanadas uncovered in reach-in freezer.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Inoperable glass reach-in cooler at back storage area used as storage for produce.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -Shaved ice cooler stored outside on corridor at entrance to restaurant. -Chest freezer and ice-cream cooler stored in hallway.
Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to hold arepas in reach-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over arepas in reach-in cooler in storage room.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs sitting on counter on cooks line.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees no manager on site.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink on cooks line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cups used as scoop in rice and flour bulk containers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed washing dishes under one sink and rinsing with running water.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach-in cooler adjacent on deep fryers and reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on cooks line under fryer and several spots throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -Box of lemon stored on floor at front counter. - Cases of canned soda and potatoes stored on floor in dry storage area. -Bulk containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Oranges stored in box received in before juicing at front counter.
Stored food not covered. -Several pans of chicken and beef in reach-in cooler uncovered. - Empanadas uncovered in reach-in freezer.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Italian ice cream kept on freezer located on hall way within customers access.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers containing sugar and flour in storage room not labeled.
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to store raw chicken in reach-in freezers in hallway. Shopping bags used to store dough in reach-in cooler. Shopping bags used to hold arepas in hot holding unit on cooks line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken in reach-in cooler.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees no manager on site.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cups used as scoop in rice and flour bulk containers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Telephone on prep table and shelf with seasoning. Purse on meat grinder.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach-in cooler adjacent on deep fryers and reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on cooks line under fryer.
Food stored on floor. Bulk containers containing flour, sugar and rice stored on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong on oven handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Italian ice cream kept on freezer located on hall way within customers access.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers containing sugar and flour in storage room not labeled.
Jun 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Empanadas and shredded beef kept directly on non grade bag
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor under prep table located in front of tall reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cachapas kept in tall reach in cooler located overnight by kitchen entrance with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept overnight in reach in cooler located in kitchen entrance with temperature of 55F Quest llanero kept overnight with temperature of 47F Paisa cheese kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Chicken potato salad kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole pork kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 48F Raw chicken kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F Whole cooked pernil kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 46F Shredded beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cachapas kept in tall reach in cooler located overnight by kitchen entrance with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept overnight in reach in cooler located in kitchen entrance with temperature of 55F Quest llanero kept overnight with temperature of 47F Paisa cheese kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Chicken potato salad kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole pork kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 48F Raw chicken kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F Whole cooked pernil kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 46F Shredded beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept on kitchen counter for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 72F Soft butter kept on counter for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 89F Items kept on reach in cooler make table for less than 4 hrs : Queso de Mano 58F Bacon 47F Items in reach in cooler make table were iced.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap on hand wash sink located in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. Make table with temperature of 58F Tall reach in cooler with temperature of 62F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, on make table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on floor under prep table.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bucket of lentils kept on kitchen floor
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas in water 89F
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Italian ice cream kept on freezer located on hall way within customers access. Opened refrigerator Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Jun 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Empanadas and shredded beef kept directly on non grade bag
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor under prep table located in front of tall reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cachapas kept in tall reach in cooler located overnight by kitchen entrance with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept overnight in reach in cooler located in kitchen entrance with temperature of 55F Quest llanero kept overnight with temperature of 47F Paisa cheese kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Chicken potato salad kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole pork kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 48F Raw chicken kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F Whole cooked pernil kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 46F Shredded beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cachapas kept in tall reach in cooler located overnight by kitchen entrance with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept overnight in reach in cooler located in kitchen entrance with temperature of 55F Quest llanero kept overnight with temperature of 47F Paisa cheese kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Chicken potato salad kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole pork kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 47F Raw whole beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 48F Raw chicken kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F Whole cooked pernil kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 46F Shredded beef kept overnight in reach in cooler with temperature of 49F She'll eggs kept on kitchen counter for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 72F Soft butter kept on counter for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 89F Items kept on reach in cooler make table for less than 4 hrs : Queso de Mano 58F Bacon 47F Items in reach in cooler make table were iced.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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 soap provided at handwash sink. No soap on hand wash sink located in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. Make table with temperature of 58F Tall reach in cooler with temperature of 62F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, on make table.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee open drink located on cutting board make table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles on floor under prep table.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bucket of lentils kept on kitchen floor
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas in water 89F
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Debris in microwave
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Italian ice cream kept on freezer located on hall way within customers access. Opened refrigerator Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Jan 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken and ground beef prepared the day before and not date marked.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of rice and lentils on floor next to exit door. Container of rice on floor next to reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked beef in thank you bag observed in freezer in hallway, and reach in freezer inside kitchen.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken and ground beef prepared the day before and not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of rice and lentils on floor next to exit door. Container of rice on floor next to reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked beef in thank you bag observed in freezer in hallway, and reach in freezer inside kitchen.
No handwash sink for employees. Inside kitchen area where triple sink, cook line, and prep is done.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken and ground beef prepared the day before and not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of rice and lentils on floor next to exit door. Container of rice on floor next to reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Oct 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked beef in thank you bag observed in freezer in hallway, and reach in freezer inside kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet towel inside handwashing sink.
No handwash sink for employees. Inside kitchen area where triple sink, cook line, and prep is done.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken and ground beef prepared the day before and not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water observed at front counter and in reach in cooler of kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of rice and lentils on floor next to exit door. Container of rice on floor next to reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Sep 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Ice cream cart stored outside facility, set up for service. Operator moved cart inside.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked beef in thank you bag observed in freezer in hallway, and reach in freezer inside kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken, raw beef, cooked beef, cheese, potato salad All temping between 48F-50F. Per operator, food was received and had been in and out of fridge. Advised operator to place items in freezer or to ice down.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet towel inside handwashing sink.
No handwash sink for employees. Inside kitchen area where triple sink, cook line, and prep is done.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has no plans on file, has no handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken and ground beef prepared the day before and not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water observed at front counter and in reach in cooler of kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of rice and lentils on floor next to exit door. Container of rice on floor next to reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease trap lid open.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle on cooks line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign provided at sink by front counter and in restroom. Emailed operator handwashing sign.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Several mini reach in freezers, tall reach in freezer, located in hallway by restroom.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken on welcome bag at the reach-in freezer at the back.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored in top of cheese at the reach-in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored in top of top of snapper fish at the reach-in freezer at the back area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator print it and posted at the lobby.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back bag stored in top of rice bucket.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch,
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked through establishments.
Food stored on floor. Rice bucket stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee hand sink front area.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 8 individually packaged flans made at home.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sweet plantains in to go bags. Operator moved to ziplock bags
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 8 individually packaged flans made at home.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator needs chlorine test kit
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Desserts from front counter display.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag on top of limes in the front counter, next to the juice dispensers. Operator removed
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen and back storage area
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of limes directly on the floor, next to the juice dispensers. Operator removed from floor. Observed flour, sugar, rice, beans containers in the back on the floor. Operator moved them to be off the floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed alfajores cookies without minimum labeling in the front counter display.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the only hand wash sink in the establishment
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