THE EMPANADAS
180 CRANDON BLVD STE 112-113, Key Biscayne FL 33149
Last inspected May 29, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2024
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.
4 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing one vacuum breaker are the two way hose bib splitter at the mop sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on shelves housing dry food items.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing how to calibrate probe thermometer quaternary concentration. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date for water filter next to hand wash sink in main kitchen area.
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Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Missing for handwashing sink in back area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic coke bottles on the floor near shelves.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed lid missing for one dumpster.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator by email.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled next to slicer.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at beef preparation area soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils inside hand washing sink at beef preparation area. Utensils were removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
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/
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 Pablo, Angel, Nora with no proof of food handlers training.
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 form to person in charge and it was signed during inspection.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing the minimum quaternary concentration. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door not self closing.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled next to slicer.
Open dumpster lid.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.