VILLA VERDE FARMER'S MARKET
26390 SW 147 AVE, Homestead FL 33032
Last inspected Oct 13, 2025 · 4 visits since October 2023
OCT 23
JUL 24
JUL 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Oct 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork on reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, cooked pork and cooked black beans not date marked on reach in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
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Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil and vinegar containers stored on floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed windows and door kept open.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on reach in freezer/cooler.
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork on reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (57F - Cold Holding) next to flat grill, as per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee moved food to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (112F - Hot Holding) on grill, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee proceeded to reheat food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board. Also observed food stored on dirty containers.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pots stored inside hand wash sink, employee removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towel during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Lisette, has been working more than 60 days.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, cooked pork and cooked black beans not date marked on reach in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Roberta C. expired training.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil and vinegar containers stored on floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed windows and door kept open.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on reach in freezer/cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining on hand wash sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork and cooked rice not covered on reach in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to cutting board.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed ant killer next to cooking oil container.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cut tomatoes.
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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork (41F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (41F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (41F - Cold Holding) as per chef from previous day.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on both units.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed door and window permanently open during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on both units. Also observed grease accumulated on fan.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside unit.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.