SAK PASE RESTAURANT
10981 SW 186 ST, Miami FL 33157 · 786-701-8930
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 11 visits since January 2024
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. One live roach crawling on the wall by mop sink/ dry storage area.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024044294 | Aug 1, 2024 | Oct 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside plastic containers used at cvs to carry merchandise.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Also observed food contact surface soiled at the preparation tables at the front line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food inside the refrigerator at the front line not date marked. As per employee food was cooked more than 24 hours ago.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of carrots, plastic containers stored on the floor of the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at the front line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler across from the fryers.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed the floor at the kitchen area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer was at 0 ppm. Employee was coached and adjusted the chlorine to 100 ppm.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer was 0 ppm. Employee was coached how to sanitize utensils. Sanitizer was adjusted to 100 PPM.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside plastic containers used at cvs to carry merchandise.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed empanadas (92 F - Hot Holding)at the hot box at the front counter. As per employee less than 1 hour.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employee did not know how to sanitize utensils at 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how to sanitize utensils.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Also observed food contact surface soiled at the preparation tables at the front line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
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 Vancela V, Jean Kelly D, Janvier J, and Nia P. Working more than 2 months ago.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food inside the refrigerator at the front line not date marked. As per employee food was cooked more than 24 hours ago.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of carrots, plastic containers stored on the floor of the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at the front line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler across from the fryers.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a box of pork stored underneath preparation table. Employee was coached how to thaw food properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed the floor at the kitchen area.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored in to go bags at walk in freezer.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 200ppm. Operator diluted with final reading of 50ppm.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under screen door at rear exit.
Food stored on floor. Observed a container of pumpkin soup and a gallon of milk stored on the floor at walk in cooler. Observed is stock stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Operator placed items on shelf.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris. Operator had employee begin to clean shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maruthai working for more than sixty days with no proof of food handlers trading.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed debris on vent in bathroom.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed towel use for making nan bread.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach-in double door freezer.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor next three compartment sink.
Silverware stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Employee correctly stored silverware.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of mozzarella cheese, chopped garlic, chopped herbs, not properly covered. At reach-in cooler located at preparation table. Employee wrapped containers during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles next to stop top not labeled with common name. Employee labeled squeeze bottles at the time of inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in restroom soiled.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used to make bread.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Restaurant didn't pass the inspection to obtain a license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed roach activity present as evidence of 4 plus live roaches crawling on dry storage floor, 1 on the dry storage wall and 1 coming out of the mop sink, and 1 behind reach in cooler at the kitchen area ( food present and clean utensils stored in a cart ).
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken from 7/29 without date marking.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in restroom.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed Cloth used to make bread.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 plus dead roaches on the floor ( 3 on dry storage, 5 backside by the exit door, approximately 4 behind reach in coolers in the kitchen.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment is licensed with zero seats but at time of inspection there are four seats.
Floor-mounted equipment that is not easily movable is not sealed to the floor and has legs that provide less than a 6-inch clearance between the floor and equipment. Rack used to store food storage containers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board. As per owner, he will order the non slip mats for under cutting board.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Restaurant failed to obtain a satisfactory inspection to obtain a license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach crawling on the wall by mop sink/ dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at room temperature 92 degrees in cook area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken from previous day not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in restroom soiled.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used to make bread.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed with zero seats but at time of inspection there are four seats.
Floor-mounted equipment that is not easily movable is not sealed to the floor and has legs that provide less than a 6-inch clearance between the floor and equipment. Rack used to store food storage containers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board on prep table.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Restaurant failed to obtain a satisfactory inspection to obtain a license.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you bags used to store raw chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach crawling on the wall by mop sink/ dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at room temperature 92 degrees in cook area.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine ppm over 400
Ambient air thermometer provides a temperature range, but no specific temperature. Oven thermometer used to measure ambient temperature of reach in cooler.
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/. At time of inspection observed the following equipment that were not reflected on plans on file. Tandoori cooking oven, long reach in cooler combination prep table.
Raw animal food cooked with non-continuous method is not identified/labeled while stored after initial heating according to written procedures. Two bulk containers of baking powder and flour not labeled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken from previous day not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink located next to three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside rice container.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in restroom soiled.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Hand sink next to three compartment sink missing splash guard.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cooking pot not inverted.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used to make bread.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed with zero seats but at time of inspection there are four seats.
Floor-mounted equipment that is not easily movable is not sealed to the floor and has legs that provide less than a 6-inch clearance between the floor and equipment. Rack used to store food storage containers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 90 degree water with spoon resting in it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board on prep table.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door and stove dirty with debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at front counter area hand sink.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed glass cups air drying on a cloth towel.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel left on the front counter area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer buck located on the floor next to three. Compartment sink.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Reach in cooler blocking access.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Two LP gas tanks in the kitchen area.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed stomach relief medication stored in the reach in cooler located in the kitchen, employee removed it on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the unisex bathroom.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Can opener rust on the food contact surface, owner discarded item.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed products at domestic refrigerator at kitchen. Employee rearranged the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork ribs inside domestic refrigerator. Employee rearranged item's by cooking temperatures.
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. Observed raw chicken over meatballs inside silver reach in freezer at kitchen. Employee rearranged the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink. Manager provided the paper towels.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling tile at.kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 79F. Employee discarded the water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.
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.