SAZU
2500 NW 79 AVE UNIT 100, Doral FL 33122
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs raw pork
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint observed employee put a hairnet
Food stored outside. Observed bag of plantains stored on top of the prep table.
Feb 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 no employee training for Glenda Vasquez, Angel Hernandez, Mario Nuzzo they bee working here for more than 60 days.
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. For all employees
Dec 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite.
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 no employee training for Glenda Vasquez, Angel Hernandez, Mario Nuzzo they bee working here for more than 60 days.
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. For all employees
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided form.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in the reach in cooler front, prep area.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer on the inside soiled
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with oil not labeled. Operator labeled it.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ observed establishment operating under new ownership.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding) cooked ground beef (49 F - Cold Holding inside of a reach in cooler according to chef since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding) cooked ground beef (49 F - Cold Holding inside of a reach in cooler according to chef since yesterday.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer head soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soup in the Hand washing sink located next to the compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of the ice machine soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of pasta in the storage floor. Operator stored case on shelf.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of to go containers stored in the storage area floor. Operator stored box in a storage shelf.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed sugar container no labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles/shelves. Observed shelf on top of the prep table soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed cleaned pans stored in a dirty shelf.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a radio in the prep kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in the front area. Employee put a hat.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white chest freezer with ice buildup, front counter prep cooler with ice buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled in the prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in the kitchen area soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Propane tank(larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed two Propane tank in the kitchen area.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bucket inside of the prep area hand washing sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the front counter hand washing sink. Chef put a soap container.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans stored on a dirty shelf.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pans stored on the floor in the kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair no in use.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in the storage area, kitchen area soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed a cas of potatoes stored on the kitchen area floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/ cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the front counter reach in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach freezer soiled in the storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.observed wall soiled by the three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs raw pork
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen hand washing sink use as a dump sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired on 06/2022.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of the prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under kitchen equipments.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork being thawed out at room temperature.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pans stored on the prep area hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Ground beef, shredded beef no date marked stored in the kitchen reach in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the front counter hot holding unit coconut empanadas (114 F - Hot Holding); chicken croquettes (108 F - Hot Holding); according to operator less than half an hour, operator reheated coconut empanadas to 168 F, chicken croquettes 190 F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pans stored on the prep area hand washing sink.
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 employees Rosabel Fernandez, Mariano Lorente without an employee training according to operator they have been working for more here for more than 60 days
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the prep area hand washing sink. Operator put a new soap container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Ground beef, shredded beef no date marked stored in the kitchen reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a bottle of water stored on the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed beef stored on the prep area floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside of the reach freezer soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken, beef thawed at room temperature.
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.