SOUTH DADE FISH RESTAURANT

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of fabuloso stored with to go pan at front counter.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Coached operator.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed last date not marked on tags. Coach operator Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk opened for more than 2 days not date marked.

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

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed near triple sink.

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where seasonings are stored. Observed rust on prep table. Repeat Violation

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at front counter handwash sink working metal containers of floor exposed to splash.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer in the dining area.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front counter oven door.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent via email to operator.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at front counter reach in cooler.

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at front counter handwash sink.

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at front counter.

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 live flies above hand sink at fish market side of establishment. Observed 2 live flies in kitchen area at front counter. Observed 1 live fly in warewash area. Observed 10 live flies in mop sink area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Observed 1 live fly in fish market side by handsink. Observed 2 live flies in warewash area outside of fish walk in. Observed 2 live flies in warewash area where restaurant side is. Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed last date of sake not marked on tags. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where cooking equipment is stored above microwave. Observed soiled prep table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where seasonings are stored. Observed rust on prep table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled exterior of microwave. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license on display at fish counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in fish cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed fish scales on floor outside of warewash area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind hand sink at fish market. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice on chest freezers. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not onsite. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. Observed soiled walls and fish scales n walks in fish market area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink; not in use. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: Time Extended

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at +/- 5 ppm at the front counter. Warning

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee removed his cell phone from preparation table and failed to wash hands before handled clean equipment. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cabbage salad inside the walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above carrots and potatoes inside the walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp empanada (111 F - Hot Holding) at the hot box at the front counter . As per employee food was placed at 10:30 am. Warning

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed fish stored in the reach in cooler at the front still frozen date marked on 1/16. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed seafood soup not date marked inside the walk in cooler. As per manager over 24 hours. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the sugar. Warning

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board not longer cleanable at the kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 thermos stored in preparation table in the kitchen. Warning

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on preparation table in the kitchen area. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket with pork stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front area. Warning

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle at the front line. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at front counter. Warning

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 opened cans stored inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. Operator discarded them. Warning

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a bucket with pork not covered inside the walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish in standing water inside the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how to thaw the food properly. Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the floor of the kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in the kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not labeled at the front counter. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed lasagna (49 F - Cold Holding); rice (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per employee foods were placed yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lasagna (49 F - Cold Holding); rice (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per employee foods were placed yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form was provided and displaced. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 plastic containers used as scoop stored inside the flour and the rice. Operator removed them. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 20 seats but it's licensed is for 0 Unit. Form was provided to operator to make changes.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door of the fish store.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer at the front.

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ices coop stored on top of the ice machine. Operator washed it and placed in a metal container. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink located at the fish store.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the front counter.

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with flour not identified.