TASCA PAELLA
920 LINCOLN RD, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Nov 26, 2024 · 5 visits since February 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
FEB 24
APR 24
NOV 24
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken inside cooking pot at sink located at kitchen with no running water. Instructed operator on proper method.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Nov 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
Nov 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken over cheese and smoked salmon in the cook line drawer coolers.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed a triple sink at the bar where the hand sink use to be. Observed a hand sink removed in the kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email. The operator printed and posted the oyster consumer advisory during the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at the front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front counter. The manager inverted the scoop.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on the top of the ice machine. The manager removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed vacuum sealed steaks and chicken in plastic bags defrosting in a sink. The manager turned on the cold water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
Nov 1, 2024□ 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed Cutting board with cut marks at preparation table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing provided at handsink by kitchen and at bar area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Gasket soiled at reach in cooler near cook line.
Apr 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked yellow rice at reach in cooler at kitchen near the cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handsink blocked with plastic container at bar area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 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. Provided via email to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lobster for more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler near cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed Cutting board with cut marks at preparation table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal phone at preparation table a kitchen. Operator removed it.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed soda boxes stored on the floor located at bar area. Employee removed it from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing provided at handsink by kitchen and at bar area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Gasket soiled at reach in cooler near cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken inside cooking pot at sink located at kitchen with no running water. Instructed operator on proper method.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Beef over ready to eat itemsoperator moved them
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator had seafood thawing at room temperature, moved to reach in cooler
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.