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TASTY LUNCHBOXES

4960 NW 165 ST BAY 7, Hialeah FL 33014

Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023

Licence typeCaterer
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceCAT2329924
Grade history
FEB 24
JUL 24
NOV 24
JUL 25
NOV 25
— STEADY

5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs on top of preparation table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper food containers box on the floor.
Basic/25-06-4
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork (41F - Cold Holding), operator properly covered it.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes without sanitation step. Operator properly set up the 3 compartment sink with chlorine sanitation solution of 100 ppm.
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
High priority/22-12-5
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs on top of preparation table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was replaced during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between wall and preparation table. Operator properly stored it.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter, exterior of kitchen equipment soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle with no label.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Basic/32-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon on commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged thawed inside reach in cooler, operator opened.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/12B-12-5
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 operator washing dishes without sanitation step. Instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedure. Operator properly set up the 3 compartment sink.
Basic/16-13-5
Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk on walk in cooler floor
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between microwave and counter shelves. Operator properly stored
Basic/10-17-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled, gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located across the cook line.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located across the cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Above three compartments sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet whipping towels on preparation table
Basic/21-12-4
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (120F - Hot Holding);cooked potatoes (122F - Hot Holding) located at the cook line for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple tostones box on walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hood soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed paper towel roll inside hand wash sink. Located at the from counter. Operator removed it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on hand wash sink located at the front counter, soap was replaced during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken on kitchen floor. Also observed gallons of milk, cheese on walk in cooler floor, operator properly stored it during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed it.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Basic/23-03-4

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