Doral, Miami-Dade County

LUKA RESTAURANT

11402 NW 41 ST STE 112, Doral, FL 33178

FoodSeating
Latest violations
31
3 High Priority
Mar 19, 2026
City
Doral
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
19

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 19, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 8Basic: 20Total: 31

01A-16-4

Detail 24455240

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food in a hermetically sealed container received from an unapproved source. See stop sale. Observed establishment unable to provide proof of hermetically sealed product at walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: No approved plan for this location and commissary and no data logger installed in cold holding unit. Time Extended

29-37-4

Detail 24455248

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose below rim of three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

29-34-4

Detail 24455236

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed Exterior mop sink missing a backflow preventer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 24455231

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed table top slicer at prep area, soiled with food debris. Observed can opener blade at prep table area soiled with food debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

31A-09-4

Detail 24455244

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at kitchen area, and front counter blocked and inaccessible. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 24455233

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit of any kind. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

05-08-4

Detail 24455226

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

03G-50-1

Detail 24455249

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment unable to provide a haccp plan for ROP products at walk I. Cooler, as per manager items where purchased from a commissary. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: No approved plan for this location and commissary and no data logger installed in cold holding unit. Time Extended

03G-06-5

Detail 24455222

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed cooked beef, cooked chicken, black beans and soup stored in ROP packaging with ilegible labeling. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: No approved plan for this location and commissary and no data logger installed in cold holding unit. Time Extended

29-28-4

Detail 24455220

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine, not serviced as per manufacture recommendation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

27-16-4

Detail 24455238

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at sink next ice machine at prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

16-03-4

Detail 24455239

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine and on dishwashing racks. Observed dish racks soiled with mold like substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 24455221

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24455237

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at warewashing area not smooth and easily cleaned. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24455223

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent and ceiling tiles over steam table at kitchen area heavily soiled with grease buildup.. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 24455227

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on shelf at prep area, metal pots, and plastic ice bucket not inverted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24455246

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line three white cutting boards and foot line with deep marks and not easily clean. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

13-07-4

Detail 24455232

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food preparation at front counter and throughout restaurant wearing bracelets and watches. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 24455243

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area, wet nesting. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24455228

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach freezer at Cook line, torn, and poor repair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

36-63-4

Detail 24455219

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed heavy grease buildup on the cook line area ceiling tiles and walls. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24455229

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles at rear exit in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

08B-37-4

Detail 24455234

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of soda and bottled water stored in box truck outside of restaurant. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

14-42-4

Detail 24455242

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at cook line hood filter missing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24455225

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in cooler at coffee station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

38-07-4

Detail 24455235

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no light shield at walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24455247

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Fan cover at walk-in cooler soiled with dust debris. Observed cart in proofer at kitchen area soiled with food debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24455245

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler /Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Observed interior of reach in cooler at preparing soiled with food debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

25-11-5

Detail 24455224

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed single use items stored in a box truck outside of building. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 24455230

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 24455241

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall at prep area next to double door standing freezer soiled with food debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Time Extended

Mar 18, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 10Intermediate: 10Basic: 26Total: 46

12A-16-4

Detail 24452032

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees not washing in between tasks. Warning

01A-16-4

Detail 24452018

High Priority - Food in a hermetically sealed container received from an unapproved source. See stop sale. Observed establishment unable to provide proof of hermetically sealed product at walk in cooler. Warning

01A-05-4

Detail 24452002

High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 6 cases of beef and chicken empanadas with no labels and or invoices of where it was processed. Warning

01D-01-5

Detail 24452023

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment unable to provide a parasite destruction letter. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-03-5

Detail 24452008

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature. Manager placed eggs in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

29-37-4

Detail 24452000

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose below rim of three compartment sink. Warning

01B-04-5

Detail 24452001

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 6 cases of beef and chicken empanadas with no labels and or invoices of where it was processed. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24452027

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawers at cook line cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); Viena sausages (48F - Cold Holding); seared beef (50F - Cold Holding) sausages (69F - Cold Holding). Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 24452010

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantains (105F - Hot Holding) at steam table. Warning

29-34-4

Detail 24452033

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed Exterior mop sink missing a backflow preventer. Warning

53A-10-4

Detail 24452019

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unaware of proper holding temperature. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24452039

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed table top slicer at prep area, soiled with food debris. Observed can opener blade at prep table area soiled with food debris. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24452017

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at kitchen area, and front counter blocked and inaccessible. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24452012

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit of any kind. Warning

05-08-4

Detail 24452020

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24452004

Intermediate - 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. Observed establishment cannot provide employee health agreements. Emailed form to manager. Warning

03G-50-1

Detail 24452003

Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment unable to provide a haccp plan for ROP products at walk I. Cooler, as per manager items where purchased from a commissary. Warning

03G-06-5

Detail 24452037

Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed cooked beef, cooked chicken, black beans and soup stored in ROP packaging with ilegible labeling. Warning

29-28-4

Detail 24451994

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine, not serviced as per manufacture recommendation. Warning

27-16-4

Detail 24452034

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at sink next ice machine at prep area. Warning

16-03-4

Detail 24452015

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine and on dishwashing racks. Observed dish racks soiled with mold like substance. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 24452026

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

36-37-5

Detail 24452007

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at warewashing area not smooth and easily cleaned. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 24452024

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent and ceiling tiles over steam table at kitchen area heavily soiled with grease buildup.. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 24452022

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on shelf at prep area, metal pots, and plastic ice bucket not inverted. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 24452014

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line three white cutting boards and foot line with deep marks and not easily clean. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 24452030

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an open container of an employee over prep table. Observed jacket, gurdle and handbags, stored next to food items at prep area manager removed items Warning

13-07-4

Detail 24452038

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food preparation at front counter and throughout restaurant wearing bracelets and watches. Warning

13-03-4

Detail 24452016

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees at cook line, not wearing hair strength while engaging in food preparation. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 24451999

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area, wet nesting. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24452011

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach freezer at Cook line, torn, and poor repair. Warning

36-63-4

Detail 24451998

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed heavy grease buildup on the cook line area ceiling tiles and walls. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 24451996

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles at rear exit in disrepair. Warning

08B-37-4

Detail 24452031

Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of soda and bottled water stored in box truck outside of restaurant. Warning

14-42-4

Detail 24452035

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at cook line hood filter missing. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24452021

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in cooler at coffee station. Warning

10-08-5

Detail 24452009

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle, touching ice at front counter. Warning

10-17-4

Detail 24451997

Basic - In-use knife/knives / utensils stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed utensil stored in between triple sink, and the wall at where washing area Warning

38-07-4

Detail 24451995

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no light shield at walk in cooler. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24452013

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Fan cover at walk-in cooler soiled with dust debris. Observed cart in proofer at kitchen area soiled with food debris. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 24452025

Basic - Reach-in cooler /Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Observed interior of reach in cooler at preparing soiled with food debris Warning

25-11-5

Detail 24452028

Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed single use items stored in a box truck outside of building. Warning

29-49-6

Detail 24452036

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at cook line. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 24452006

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall at prep area next to double door standing freezer soiled with food debris Warning

21-12-4

Detail 24452029

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth at prep area not stored in sanitizer. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 24452005

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of sugar at juice station now properly labeled. Observed bag of flour not properly labeled at prep area manager labeled items during inspection Warning

Jul 31, 2025

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 4Total: 4

36-34-5

Detail 23922637

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at cook line heavily soiled with grease buildup.. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen area soiled with grease debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23922639

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards grooved and not easily cleaned. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

40-06-5

Detail 23922640

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee's purse and cell phone on prep table. Manager removed items. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23922638

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear kitchen exit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

Jul 30, 2025

Complaint Full

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 14

35A-02-7

Detail 23918251

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects at rear preparation area in the not landing and one in kitchen area. Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 23918260

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over avocados at walk in cooler. Employee removed eggs and stored accordingly. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23918257

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed PORK BELLY (71F - Cooling); sliced ham (48F - Cooling); PICO DE GALLO (51F - Cooling); HAMBURGER PATTIES (54F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. Observed at kitchen flip top QUINOA (48F - Cooling); MOZZARELLA CHEESE (61F - Cooling) as per manager more than four hours. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23918255

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler garbanzo beans (55F - Cold Holding). Warning

03D-07-5

Detail 23918258

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed PORK BELLY (71F - Cooling); sliced ham (48F - Cooling); PICO DE GALLO (51F - Cooling); HAMBURGER PATTIES (54F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. Observed at kitchen flip top QUINOA (48F - Cooling); MOZZARELLA CHEESE (61F - Cooling) as per manager more than four hours. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23918261

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris. Observed tongs touching trash can. Manager sent tongs to be washed. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 23918259

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at cook line heavily soiled with grease buildup.. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen area soiled with grease debris. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 23918250

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards grooved and not easily cleaned. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 23918253

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee's purse and cell phone on prep table. Manager removed items. Corrected On-Site Warning

13-03-4

Detail 23918252

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation not wearing a proper hair restraint. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 23918262

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler not cooling proper with a temperature of 55F. Technician arrived during inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23918254

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear kitchen exit. Warning

35B-08-4

Detail 23918256

Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed two sticky fly traps at preparation area located near rear exit. Operator had employee removed traps. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-16-4

Detail 23918249

Basic - Reach-in cooler / Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Warning

Feb 20, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 13Total: 17

08A-17-6

Detail 23572709

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk-in freezer. Coached manager on correct procedure. Products were arranged accordingly. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 23572712

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink next to ice machine at rear of kitchen and hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.

31B-03-4

Detail 23572708

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink next to ice machine at rear of kitchen and hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.

29-28-4

Detail 23572714

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed ice machine water filter with no service date near back exit door.

22-20-5

Detail 23572699

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine near back exit.

14-01-5

Detail 23572703

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle use to scoop salt at container near back exit door at preparation area. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 23572698

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

24-05-4

Detail 23572700

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted at preparation area. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 23572701

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 23572706

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on cutting boards at cook line.

13-07-4

Detail 23572713

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee doing food preparation at cook line while wearing bracelets.

13-03-4

Detail 23572705

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee doing food preparation at cook line with no hair restraint.

08B-38-4

Detail 23572710

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic buckets of different sauces stored on walk-in cooler floor. Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 23572711

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

51-13-4

Detail 23572702

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided manager with choking poster via email.

31B-04-4

Detail 23572704

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink next to ice machine at rear of kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 23572707

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gasket soiled at unit near back exit door, at walk-in cooler, and reach-in cooler unit at cook,one. Repeat Violation

Oct 21, 2024

Complaint Full

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 13Total: 19

22-49-4

Detail 23291674

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed front counter chlorine cup sanitizer at 00ppm. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed front counter chlorine cup sanitizer machine at 00ppm. Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 23291659

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw swai fish and raw chicken stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef in walk in cooler. Also observed ice cubes stored under raw salmon and raw pork in freezer. Operator rearranged items. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed raw swai fish stored over cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Time Extended

31A-04-4

Detail 23291665

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sinks removed from back wall next to rear door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed hand wash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sinks removed from back wall next to rear door. Admin Complaint

14-14-4

Detail 23291666

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed non-food grade brush being used at coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed non-food grade brush being used at coffee station. Time Extended

53B-14-5

Detail 23291661

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 employees Frank and Catalina with expired food handlers certificates. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed employees Frank and Catalina with expired food handlers certificates. Time Extended

41-04-4

Detail 23291658

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of WD40 and can of foam sealer stored in kitchen over and next to orange juice machine. Employee removed products. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed can of foam sealer stored on shelf in kitchen prep area above orange juice machine. Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 23291672

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner stored not inverted. Observed pots and pans not inverted at preparation area shelf. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed pots and pans not inverted at preparation area shelf. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23291657

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Time Extended

40-06-5

Detail 23291667

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 cell phones stored above cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed cell phones and chargers stored above cook line. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23291660

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 23291670

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of mayonnaise stored on floor of walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed cases of juice and bucket of syrup stored on floor of walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23291664

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair at base of back door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed wall in disrepair at base of back door. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 23291671

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in cooler at coffee station, at cooler at juice station, and door of walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed ice buildup up in reach in cooler at coffee station, at cooler at juice station, and door of walk-in freezer. Time Extended

35B-02-4

Detail 23291668

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over clean plates table next to dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over clean plates table next to dish machine. Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 23291673

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink at cook line. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23291662

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at sandwich low boy at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at sandwich low boy at cook line. Time Extended

33-16-4

Detail 23291669

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Open dumpster lid. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 23291656

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler. Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 23291663

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar bin and sugar container not labeled at juice station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed sugar bin and sugar container not labeled at juice station. Time Extended

Oct 14, 2024

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 6Basic: 18Total: 27

22-49-4

Detail 23244236

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed front counter chlorine cup sanitizer at 00ppm. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 23244232

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw swai fish and raw chicken stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef in walk in cooler. Also observed ice cubes stored under raw salmon and raw pork in freezer. Operator rearranged items. Corrected On-Site Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 23244235

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot box; tequeno (115F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than an hour. Operator increased temperature of hot box. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23244233

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at cook line. Warning

31A-04-4

Detail 23244253

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sinks removed from back wall next to rear door. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23244245

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers in hand washing sink at front counter, employee removed containers. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

14-14-4

Detail 23244239

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed non-food grade brush being used at coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning

53B-14-5

Detail 23244251

Intermediate - 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 employees Frank and Catalina with expired food handlers certificates. Warning

41-04-4

Detail 23244249

Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of WD40 and can of foam sealer stored in kitchen over and next to orange juice machine. Employee removed products. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-01-5

Detail 23244244

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic deli portion cup in sugar bin at preparation area, operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

36-34-5

Detail 23244231

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in prep area of kitchen soiled. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 23244229

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner stored not inverted. Observed pots and pans not inverted at preparation area shelf. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 23244237

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning

40-06-5

Detail 23244238

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 cell phones stored above cook line. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23244248

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning

08B-31-4

Detail 23244230

Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Observed a container of cut fruit stored inside ice bin at front counter. Employee removed container. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23244241

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of mayonnaise stored on floor of walk in cooler. Warning

36-24-5

Detail 23244246

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair at base of back door. Repeat Violation Warning

14-69-4

Detail 23244247

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in cooler at coffee station, at cooler at juice station, and door of walk-in freezer. Warning

35B-02-4

Detail 23244242

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over clean plates table next to dish machine. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23244227

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 23244252

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at sandwich low boy at cook line. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 23244240

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 23244234

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut tomatoes not covered at walk-in cooler. Operator took containers to be covered. Corrective Action Taken Warning

14-17-4

Detail 23244228

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler. Warning

21-12-4

Detail 23244243

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 23244250

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar bin and sugar container not labeled at juice station. Warning

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 6Basic: 9Total: 16

22-49-4

Detail 22672161

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. oper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm at front counter dish machine. Advised to Chef to use kitchen dish machine that is properly using chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm. Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 22672168

Intermediate - 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. Emailed to operator. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 22672169

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored in handwash sink located at front counter. Employee removed items stored in handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

53A-05-6

Detail 22672158

Intermediate - 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/. Observed approximately 5+ foo employees engaged in food and beverage preparation with Certified Food Manager, Carolina Lopez, not present at time of inspection.

31B-02-4

Detail 22672160

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to triple sink at kitchen area. Chef provided paper towel. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 22672155

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located behind front counter.

14-14-4

Detail 22672167

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade brush used in food/food preparation area. Observed a "regular paint brush " with metal wrapping, used to clean coffee debris at coffee station.

14-01-5

Detail 22672154

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups and deli portion cups left inside containers of sugar and salt, stored under kitchen counters. Chef removed cups stored in food containers. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 22672157

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2023 posted on wall near coffee station. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 22672162

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and heavily grooved located at kitchen prep coolers. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 22672166

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris located inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

36-24-5

Detail 22672163

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing wall tiles located near kitchen dish machine.

10-08-5

Detail 22672165

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice located at kitchen ice machine. Chef placed scoop in an upright position. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 22672164

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at coffee station.

25-06-4

Detail 22672156

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed several take-out containers and lids not kept inverted, located a shelves above kitchen prep coolers. Chef inverted containers. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 22672159

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food storage container of sugar not labeled, located under kitchen counter.

Jul 31, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 13

22-49-4

Detail 22161420

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed and tested dish machine behind front counter at 0ppm. Establishment has a chlorine dish machine at main kitchen area which is sanitizing properly at 100ppm. Advised to use dish machine at main kitchen. Corrective Action Taken

11-27-4

Detail 22161430

Intermediate - 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. Emailed to Manager at time of inspection. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 22161429

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to three compartment sink. Employee placed paper towel at dispenser. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 22161424

Intermediate - 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. Discussed and emailed to Manager at time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

16-21-4

Detail 22161418

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine located at kitchen dish machine. Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 22161422

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food stored in a container of sugar, located across from three compartment sink.

36-34-5

Detail 22161419

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on ceiling tiles and vents at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 22161421

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or provided. Operator needs to contact DBPR Customer Service to reset online account to access and print current license.

14-09-4

Detail 22161427

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at kitchen prep coolers. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 22161428

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at reach in cooler located next to reach in freezer, across from fryer station. Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 22161425

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice located at ice machine, across from three compartment sink. Handle of ice scoop was placed in a upright position. Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 22161426

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located between steamtable and prep cooler at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 22161423

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle of water and a container of salt not properly identified, stored on shelving above steamtable. Chef labeled each squeeze bottle and container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 13Total: 19

50-17-3

Detail 21753096

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The license was paid for during the inspection but didn't update in my IPad. Confirmation number 22603383888.

11-27-4

Detail 21753101

Intermediate - 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. Poster provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 21753105

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

31B-02-4

Detail 21753110

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the drink station.

11-26-1

Detail 21753111

Intermediate - 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. Form provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

31B-03-4

Detail 21753108

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the ware washing area.

22-20-5

Detail 21753094

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The manager had it cleaned. Corrected On-Site

16-21-4

Detail 21753093

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

36-36-4

Detail 21753095

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 21753107

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the ware wash area.

14-09-4

Detail 21753102

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the cook line.

13-03-4

Detail 21753109

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

14-11-5

Detail 21753103

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer gasket torn. Observed the upright freezer door handle cracked at the kitchen entrance. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21753097

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer. Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 21753100

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the drink station. Sign provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

23-03-4

Detail 21753099

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled in the preparation area. Observed the hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 21753098

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the cook line.

42-01-4

Detail 21753106

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 21753104

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles at the front counter area.

Jul 15, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

53A-05-6

Detail 21195764

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: - 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/ Warning Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 21195761

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the upright freezer located in the cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the upright freezer located in the cook line. Warning Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 21195763

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed next to the walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Ceiling tile missing. Observed next to the walk-in cooler. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 21195758

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 21195759

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer gasket torn. Observed the perpetration reach In cooler gaskets torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer gasket torn. Observed the perpetration reach In cooler gaskets torn Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 21195762

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large containers in the back room not labeled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large containers in the back room not labeled. * Time Extended

48-04-4

Detail 21195760
  • From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door. Time Extended

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 4Basic: 11Total: 21

10-05-5

Detail 21192723

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas in water at 97°F. The manager removed the water. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-02-6

Detail 21192704

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw frozen pork over empanadas in the upright freezer. Warning

08A-04-5

Detail 21192720

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over avocados in the walk-in cooler. The owner moved the items. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 21192721

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese cachito ( 122F- Hot Holding); beef empanadas (122F - Hot Holding); cheese pastry (122F - Hot Holding Observed at front counter area. Observed Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Asiago cheese (51F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (61F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (61F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (61F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding) Observed at the cook line reach in coolers..Warning Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21192708

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Asiago cheese (51F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (61F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (61F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (61F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding) Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 21192713

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese cachito ( 122F- Hot Holding); beef empanadas (122F - Hot Holding); cheese pastry (122F - Hot Holding) Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21192711

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on the preparation reach in cooler in the cook line area. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 21192722

Intermediate - 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/ Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21192709

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the ware washing area and back door. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 21192706

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the ware washing area. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21192705

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a large container in the back room. The manager removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site Warning

23-24-4

Detail 21192717

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the upright freezer located in the cook line. Warning

36-36-4

Detail 21192714

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed next to the walk-in cooler. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 21192703

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

14-11-5

Detail 21192718

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer gasket torn. Observed the perpetration reach In cooler gaskets torn. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 21192710

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed three 5 gallon containers of cooking oil and large containers of mayo on the floor next to the proofer. Observed several containers on the walk-in cooler floor including sauces and milk. Warning

10-08-5

Detail 21192716

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. The owner moved the scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning

10-17-4

Detail 21192715

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife between the wall and triple sink. The owner moved the knife. Corrected On-Site Warning

23-03-4

Detail 21192707

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guards soiled. Warning

42-01-4

Detail 21192719

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a mop on the floor next to the walk-in cooler. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 21192712

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large containers in the back room not labeled. Warning

48-04-4

Detail 21192724

Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door.

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

50-09-4

Detail 20703045

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2020. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Self-print licenses: the DBPR is transitioning to self-print licenses and will no longer mail out licenses. For more information visit: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

Oct 11, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 4

53A-05-6

Detail 20575783

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ At time of inspection observed seating restaurant establishment, open to the public with 6 employees engaged in food preparation such as preparing coffee and orange juice beverages, cutting raw chicken and cooking on flat top grill at kitchen cook line, while engaged in food service of approximately 10 customers. No certified food manager present at the time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: No current certified food manager present or made available at the time of inspection. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 20575784

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed a coffee bar/station in dining area that is not documented on plans for restaurant establishment. Also a dish machine added next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Layout of restaurant establishment does not reflect kitchen/prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed a coffee bar/station in dining area that is not documented on plans for restaurant establishment. Also a dish machine added next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Layout of restaurant establishment does not reflect kitchen/prep area. Emailed revised plans to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 20575782

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed an accumulation of dust on air vent above kitchen dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed dust accumulation on air vent over dish machine at kitchen area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20575785

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2020. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Self-print licenses: the DBPR is transitioning to self-print licenses and will no longer mail out licenses. For more information visit: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

Aug 4, 2021

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

53A-05-6

Detail 20399987

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ At time of inspection observed seating restaurant establishment, open to the public with 6 employees engaged in food preparation such as preparing coffee and orange juice beverages, cutting raw chicken and cooking on flat top grill at kitchen cook line, while engaged in food service of approximately 10 customers. No certified food manager present at the time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: No current certified food manager present or made available at the time of inspection. Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 20399989

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed a coffee bar/station in dining area that is not documented on plans for restaurant establishment. Also a dish machine added next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Layout of restaurant establishment does not reflect kitchen/prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed a coffee bar/station in dining area that is not documented on plans for restaurant establishment. Also a dish machine added next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Layout of restaurant establishment does not reflect kitchen/prep area. Emailed revised plans to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 20399988

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. None provided at the time of inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed food handler certification provided by National Registry ofcFood Safety Professional expired on 2/12/2018 for all food employees. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 20399992

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed an accumulation of dust on air vent above kitchen dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed dust accumulation on air vent over dish machine at kitchen area. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20399990

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2020. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Self-print licenses: the DBPR is transitioning to self-print licenses and will no longer mail out licenses. For more information visit: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Time Extended

21-04-4

Detail 20399993

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counter, while employee was cutting raw chicken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Observed wiping cloths/towel under cutting board at kitchen prep counter. Time Extended

33-31-5

Detail 20399991

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed discarded kitchen equipment/rolling racks stored outside behind restaurant establishment Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-04: Time Extended

Aug 3, 2021

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 20

35A-02-6

Detail 20397618

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 12+ live flies on wall at mop sink area. Observed approximately 12+ live flies on wall next to cash register at front counter and approximately 15+ live flies on wiping cloth at handwash sink at front counter area. Observed approximately 25+ live flies inside trash can at coffee station at customer dining area and approximately 8+ live flies on syrup pump bottles at coffee station. Warning

01B-14-4

Detail 20397610

High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 cracked shell eggs located at reach in cooler drawers under kitchen flat top. Manager removed cracked shell eggs and discarded. Warning

03E-02-5

Detail 20397617

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed shredded beef (81°F - Reheating) located at steam table unit at kitchen area. As per Manager shredded beef was removed from walk-in cooler at 7:30am, temperature taken at 9:25am. Advised Manager to reheat shredded beef to 165°F and above. Manager placed shredded beef in pot to bring up to temperature. Final temperature reading was 167°F. Corrected On-Site Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 20397609

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked corn (79°F - Hot Holding) hot holding in steam table, less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat food items to 165°F and above. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 20397612

Intermediate - 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/ At time of inspection observed seating restaurant establishment, open to the public with 6 employees engaged in food preparation such as preparing coffee and orange juice beverages, cutting raw chicken and cooking on flat top grill at kitchen cook line, while engaged in food service of approximately 10 customers. No certified food manager present at the time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning

51-16-7

Detail 20397600

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed a coffee bar/station in dining area that is not documented on plans for restaurant establishment. Also a dish machine added next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Layout of restaurant establishment does not reflect kitchen/prep area. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20397601

Intermediate - 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. None provided at the time of inspection. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 20397604

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located by back kitchen door. Repeat Violation Warning

22-20-5

Detail 20397603

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located across from three compartment sink at kitchen area and coffee station. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 20397607

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed an accumulation of dust on air vent above kitchen dish machine. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 20397615

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current Hotel and Restaurant license dated October 1, 2020. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 20397611

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of various food items stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

10-08-5

Detail 20397599

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice located at ice machine across from three compartment sink and at coffee station. Warning

10-17-4

Detail 20397602

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between wall and three compartment sink at kitchen area. Warning

10-20-4

Detail 20397606

Basic - In-use tongs/ladle stored on equipment door handle between uses located on oven door handle at kitchen area. Warning

10-07-4

Detail 20397605

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 104°F located on stove top at kitchen cookline. Warning

21-04-4

Detail 20397613

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counter, while employee was cutting raw chicken. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 20397608

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located by back kitchen door. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 20397614

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shredded chicken thawing at room temperature under steam table at kitchen area. Advised manager to thaw food items inside reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

33-31-5

Detail 20397616

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed discarded kitchen equipment/rolling racks stored outside behind restaurant establishment Warning

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

50-17-2

Detail 20575778

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 20575781

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed bar/ coffee station in dinning are, not documented on plans. Also a Dishwasher machine, next to three compartments ink in the kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 20575780

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents above prep table at prep area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

14-11-4

Detail 20575779

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 20575776

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at bar/coffee area. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20575777

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler located at cook line gaskets soil. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-11: Time Extended

Oct 7, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 17

03D-30-5

Detail 20570353

High Priority - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without properly cooling the food to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walking cooler observed cooked beans (66°F - Cooling). As per Manager cooling from the night before. Operator discarded food Corrected On-Site

50-17-2

Detail 20570350

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

08A-14-5

Detail 20570360

High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed chicken over ready to eat chicken, in food storage shelves in walk in freezer. Manager properly stored raw food. Corrective Action Taken

01B-02-5

Detail 20570348

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walking cooler observed cooked beans (66°F - Cooling). As per Manager cooling from the night before. Operator discarded food

03A-02-5

Detail 20570357

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh garlic in oil (81°F - Cold Holding). As per employee for about 20 minutes, employee placed fresh garlic in oil in the cooler for a rapid cool.

03B-01-6

Detail 20570361

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table at cook line, observed cooked chicken (112°F - Hot Holding); cooked plantains (90 °F - Hot Holding). As per manager for less than 1 hour. Employee reheating food. On shelves located at prep area observed cooked plantains (130 °F - Hot Holding). As per employee for less than 1 hour. Employee reheating food.

11-07-5

Detail 20570356

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided big 5 hand out to manager. Corrective Action Taken

31B-02-4

Detail 20570351

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at bar/coffee area.

51-16-7

Detail 20570354

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed bar/ coffee station in dinning are, not documented on plans. Also a Dishwasher machine, next to three compartments ink in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 20570362

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at bar/coffee area.

36-34-5

Detail 20570355

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents above prep table at prep area. Repeat Violation

24-26-4

Detail 20570349

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Buckets of Mayonnaise on the floor, by hand wash sink at prep area. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 20570363

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone, backpack on shelves near food and clean utensils. Manager removed it. Corrected On-Site

14-11-4

Detail 20570347

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn.

31B-04-4

Detail 20570358

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at bar/coffee area.

23-03-4

Detail 20570352

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler located at cook line gaskets soil.

21-02-4

Detail 20570359

Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. Corrected On-Site