SNAPPERS FISH & CHICKEN
9610 SW 160 ST, Miami FL 33157 · 305-254-0772
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
JAN 25
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling inside the reach in cooler that is not working at the front line. Roach was killed.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves at the dry storage.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a food storage container lid broken in the kitchen area.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Jul 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling inside the reach in cooler that is not working at the front line. Roach was killed.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves at the dry storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a food storage container lid broken in the kitchen area.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 tongs stored on the oven door handle.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed reach in cooler at the cook line is not working.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with flour not identified.
Apr 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store on the door oven handle.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on the left side of the hood.
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside the reach in cooler at the front line and at reach in freezer not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Apr 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 Alize R, Dulor F, Maniriah W.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water reached 80°F after water running for about 3 minutes. As per manager water heater broke this morning.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water reached 80°F after water running for about 3 minutes. As per manager water heater broke this morning.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store on the door oven handle.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on the left side of the hood.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water reached 80°F after water running for about 3 minutes. As per manager water heater broke this morning.
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside the reach in cooler at the front line and at reach in freezer not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic containers stored in stored on the hand wash sink next to the ice machine.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Employee identified which items contain raw or undercooked food on the menu.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to ice machine at preparation area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to ice machine at preparation area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at dry storage rusted and pitted.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink next to the ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored above preparation table. Employee removed it.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed 2 broken plastic containers stored in the repack by the 3 compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle.
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 handle inside the seasoning bin.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on the left side of the hood.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside the reach in cooler at the front line and at reach in freezer not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed portioned cake made offsite at display cooler at front counter not dated.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to ice machine at preparation area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to ice machine at preparation area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at dry storage rusted and pitted.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at dining area soiled with debris. Observed vent at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Observed ceiling tile over fry oil tank at preparation area soiled with food debris.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice bin at take out window. Employee placed ice scoop handle away from ice.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed electric bug zapper at preparation table across from triple sink. Manager removed during inspection.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitted.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bus tub in handwashing sink located next to ice machine at ware washing area. Manager had employee remove bus tub.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink next to ice machine at ware washing area missing soap.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed some rust on shelves at walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed conch salad in display case at front counter, as per manager prepared the day prior. Manager date marked product during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers at ware washing area wet nesting. Manager removed container and placed at three compartment sink to wash.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly trap next to preparation area on shelf over dry goods. Manager removed fly trap from the area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in bin next to take out window. Manager removed scoop from ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sink next to ice machine at ware washing area missing hand wash sign.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. Manger had employee close lid.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handled raw chicken wings, changed his gloves and continued to served ready to eat food before washing hands prior. Coached manager and employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin, located at proration area.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee drinking coffee in the food preparation area while engaging food preparation. Educated employee to eat and drink his personal food in the employee break room or any other designed employee area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior with old grease buildup at cook line.
Feb 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cardboard used as liner under fried chicken in the cook line.
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.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between the reach in cooler lid crevice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
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