TUCANDELA GASTROBAR KENDALL LLC
8405 MILLS DR STE 208, Kendall FL 33183 · 305 300 1681
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed HWS by end of cook line blocked by boxes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Aug 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Jun 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Daniel Valerio without manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents in the kitchen area soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled at the bar area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer.
Light not functioning. Observed multiple lights out in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling tiles reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind equipments in the kitchen area.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At the bar area.
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a popcorn machine blocking access to handwashing sink located at kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine. Manager cleaned debris at time of inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium and Co2 tanks not secured. Manager secured Co2 tanks with a chain.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer located at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink located at the bar area with mold like substance. Manager cleaned sink at time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with food debris located at the bar area next to dump sink.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed soda gun waste lines removed at bar area.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed Lp gas tank located in the kitchen area. Manager removed tank.
Oct 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Operator was in trusted to use the three compartments sink until the unit is fixed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Reach in freezer gasket soiled, reach in freezer located next to the stove. Observed mop sink interior with soiled accumulation.
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust. At kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beef stored inside walk in freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling near hand sink at kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler across from ice machine.
Aug 9, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink removed at cook line.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust. At kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beef stored inside walk in freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling near hand sink at kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler across from ice machine.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 propane tanks near ice machine.
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.