SICHUAN FISH RESTAURANT SICHUAN CUISINE
1242 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33162 · 9298671868
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 20 visits since December 2023
5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 fly landing on foam plates in the kitchen.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023069018 | Dec 5, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 | $400 |
| 1--2022035768 | Jul 21, 2022 | Sep 14, 2023 | $400 |
| 1--2018051145 | Sep 27, 2018 | Nov 14, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed rice (45F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, produce prepared on previous day. Discussed proper cooling methods and parameters with manager.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed rice (45F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, produce prepared on previous day. Discussed proper cooling methods and parameters with manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled on the prep table.
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. Observed employee named menette started 1 week ago with no knowledge of their responsibility. Employee signed during the inspection.
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed containers of cooked pork and vegetables at walk in cooler. As per manager, product prepared and frozen on 7-28. Discussed proper tracking requirements with manager.
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 touching rice inside container at dry storage area. Manager removed item.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed pipes along food line soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection. Employee closed door.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed container of single service plates stored in floor at storage room.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of old food debris.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 6 droppings on dry storage floor. Also 4 droppings on kitchen floor in between the triple doors reach in freezer and wall, 1 dropping under dishwasher machine, 1 dropping on top of the clean garbage bags box located on front counter shelves.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Ordered shut on the spot. 23 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 3 cases with Spicy Mala Soup Base with Beef Tallow, with mold like growth in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked noodles in reach in cooler, operator removed it.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 6 droppings on dry storage floor. Also 4 droppings on kitchen floor in between the triple doors reach in freezer and wall, 1 dropping under dishwasher machine, 1 dropping on top of the clean garbage bags box located on front counter shelves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced it the paper towels.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside sugar and rice container, operator removed it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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 personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone, keys on shelves above preparation table, operator removed it.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dishwasher machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetables on walk in cooler floor. Also observed multiple cases of water on the floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.operator removed it.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Open dumpster lid.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Stored food not covered. Observed fried rice (41F - Cold Holding); uncovered in walk in cooler. Operator covered it.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked beef in the walk in cooler. Operator properly organized during the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed thermometer gun to take temperature. Educated operator which thermometer to buy.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In he kitchen. Operator placed new bottle.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the dishwasher.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Under the dishwasher and 3 compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. In the kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Observed reach-in cooler and reach in freezer interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues in the kitchen.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under 3 compartment, dishwasher and walk in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 white cutting board in the kitchen with many cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door entrance in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with grease.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple cloths around the kitchen not stored inside the sanitation bucket.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 white cutting board in the kitchen with many cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door entrance in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with grease.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple cloths around the kitchen not stored inside the sanitation bucket.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shell egg (46F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (46F - Cold Holding); pork soup (45F - Cold Holding); tofu (45F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell egg (46F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (46F - Cold Holding); pork soup (45F - Cold Holding); tofu (45F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night. Stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in the kitchen with old food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge named Xinwei He with manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/ Observed 5 employees engaging in food preparation with no manager on duty.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll.
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. In the kitchen hand washing sink. Operator placed new bottle.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and microwave door handle soiled.
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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 46F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 white cutting board in the kitchen with many cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door entrance in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by the 3 compartment sink and walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed 2 cutting boards with wet cloths under.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with grease.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed flip top reach in cooler interior soiled with old food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple cloths around the kitchen not stored inside the sanitation bucket.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under cookline, 3 compartment sink, walk in freezer and walk in cooler.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulation of dust. Observed hood filter with accumulation of grease.
Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over raw beef in the walk in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork (46F - Cold Holding); chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw shell egg (48F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night as per operator. Stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (46F - Cold Holding); chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw shell egg (48F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night as per operator. Stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in the kitchen soiled.
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. By the fish tank.
No soap provided at handwash sink. By he fish tank.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth used as a cover for the fried rice in the walk in cooler, operator removed.
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 walk in cooler ambient temperature at 48F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler torn.
Food stored on floor. Oil broccoli rice potatoes pork Observed broccoli, rice and potatoes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Observed a package of pork stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs on the oven door handle. Operator removed.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed 3 spoons stored in a dirty cup in the prep area. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water by the rice maker.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulation of dust. Observed hood filter with accumulation of grease.
Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Observed reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues in front of the cook line.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed both bathrooms floor soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the reach in cooler by the cookline.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed white reach in cooler interior soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under cook line with grease. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer floor soiled.
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used as a liner on top of the fried rice in the walk in cooler, operator removed.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent dropping on the floor of the dry storage room, and 3 rodent dropping under the dishwasher machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed toilet bowl soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl in the fried rice used as a scoop, operator removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed both bathrooms floor soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed broccoli stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under a cutting board in the kitchen, operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the reach in cooler by the cookline.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed white reach in cooler interior soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled by the dry storage room and dishwasher area.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under cook line with grease. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer floor soiled.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handle soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line with accumulation of grease. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the 3 compartment sink.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 6 dropping under the electrical unit in the back storage room, 35+ dropping in the back storage room, and 25+ dropping under the dishwasher.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handle soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line with accumulation of grease. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the 3 compartment sink.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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Observed no running water at mop sink outside by the dumpster.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed a pipe draining water from the refrigeration unit through the wall of the walk in freezer into a bucket by the hand washing sink.
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 6 dropping under the electrical unit in the back storage room, 35+ dropping in the back storage room, and 25+ dropping under the dishwasher.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried rice (52F - Cold Holding) and cooked chicken (58F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the kitchen counter, as per operator taken out of the walk in cooler 2 hours before inspection. Operator placed back inside walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Observed no running water at the mop sink. Observed mop sink with no running water. Operator was able to unlock the faucet lock during the inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used as a scoop inside the fried rice.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handle soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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 employee washing a pan and placing pan on the drying rack without sanitization. Educated employee how to properly wash, rinse and sanitize correctly.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed under cookline floor heavily soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs on the oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line with accumulation of grease. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled.
Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler by the 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork being thawed out in room temperature. Operator placed back inside the walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the 3 compartment sink.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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. Emailed form to operator.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Observed no running water at mop sink outside by the dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and kitchen hood with accumulated grease. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed a pipe draining water from the refrigeration unit through the wall of the walk in freezer into a bucket by the hand washing sink.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 fly landing on foam plates in the kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed at the front counter: approximately 15+ rodent droppings on the lower shelves, then approximately 6 rodent droppings underneath the fish tank, 4 rodent droppings inside a bucket underneath the large fish tank, kitchen area: 5 rodent droppings on the floor underneath the shelves with the packets of sauces, 4 rodent droppings in between both reach in coolers, 1 rodent dropping on the floor up in front of the walk in freezer, approximately 15 rodent droppings underneath the dishwasher, dry storage area: approximately 20+ rodent droppings on the floor underneath containers with rice and flour, 3 rodent droppings on the floor underneath the electrical box, 4 rodent droppings on the floors by the entrance to the dry storage room, Women restroom: 2 rodent droppings on the floor inside the handicap stall and 1 rodent dropping on the floor underneath the hand washing sink and men's restroom: 1 rodent dropping on the floor by the hand washing sink.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled in the kitchen.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Observed no running water at mop sink outside by the dumpster.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall by the dry storage area.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and kitchen hood with accumulated grease. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed a pipe draining water from the refrigeration unit through the wall of the walk in freezer into a bucket by the hand washing sink.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under the stove soiled, under the dishwasher soiled, under the prep tables soiled. Observed floor of walk in cooler soiled.
Ordered shut on the spot. 27 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked chicken (56F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler stored overnight. Operator discarded items.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked chicken (56F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler stored overnight. Operator discarded items.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 fly landing on foam plates in the kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/01/23. Advised operator license is expired, encouraged operator to pay the license during the inspection.
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 pork stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Discussed and provided hand out to operator.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed at the front counter: approximately 15+ rodent droppings on the lower shelves, then approximately 6 rodent droppings underneath the fish tank, 4 rodent droppings inside a bucket underneath the large fish tank, kitchen area: 5 rodent droppings on the floor underneath the shelves with the packets of sauces, 4 rodent droppings in between both reach in coolers, 1 rodent dropping on the floor up in front of the walk in freezer, approximately 15 rodent droppings underneath the dishwasher, dry storage area: approximately 20+ rodent droppings on the floor underneath containers with rice and flour, 3 rodent droppings on the floor underneath the electrical box, 4 rodent droppings on the floors by the entrance to the dry storage room, Women restroom: 2 rodent droppings on the floor inside the handicap stall and 1 rodent dropping on the floor underneath the hand washing sink and men's restroom: 1 rodent dropping on the floor by the hand washing sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic oil (67F - Cold Holding) in the cook line, as per operator taken out 3 hours before inspection. Placed back inside the reach in cooler.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled in the kitchen.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed a live cat in the dining area resting on the floor, the cat bed on a chair in the kitchen by the office table and cat food bag stored in the dry storage area. Inspector asked operator to remove live cat from the establishment. Observed the operator remove the cat inside the cage. Observed cat carrying case by the mop sink outside, exit door was left open, cat walked inside the kitchen and operator removed cat again. Advised the operator the cat can not be on the premises, if the cat is observed in future inspection, it will result in an an immediate AC.
Observed no running water at mop sink outside by the dumpster.
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. Observed Qiu Mei Lin, Yong Bo Liu and Jing Chen all expired certificate on 10/5/23.
Food stored on floor. Observed chili paste stored on the floor in the kitchen, bags of onions and carrots in the walk in cooler and bucket of soy sauce in the dry storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall by the dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs stored on oven door handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water of 78F. Discussed with the operator the proper methods. Operator discarded the water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and kitchen hood with accumulated grease. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. By the fish tank, by the kitchen exit door, inside the kitchen and in the the dining area.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed murky water from the fish tank with foul odor draining into a dirty container.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dish washer machine.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed a pipe draining water from the refrigeration unit through the wall of the walk in freezer into a bucket by the hand washing sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed on the cook line container of salt, sugar, soy sauce, and oil with no name label.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under the stove soiled, under the dishwasher soiled, under the prep tables soiled. Observed floor of walk in cooler soiled.
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.