Homestead, Miami-Dade County

BIG CRAZY TACO

436 N KROME AVE, Homestead, FL 33030

FoodSeating
Latest violations
20
3 High Priority
Jan 28, 2026
City
Homestead
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
17

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.

Jan 28, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 16Total: 20

12A-16-4

Detail 24330073

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed 2 food employees started cutting watermelons, and touching clean utensils. No handwash. Coach employee.

12A-07-5

Detail 24330084

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed food employee put on gloves then proceeded to cut watermelons. No handwash. Coach employee.

14-31-5

Detail 24330075

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags used as storage in chest freezer. Coach employee. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 24330086

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice scoop stored inside of handwash sink near kitchen entrance.

23-24-4

Detail 24330083

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at reach in cooler doors and reach in freezer doors. Repeat Violation

36-36-4

Detail 24330072

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple ceiling tiles missing near kitchen entrance. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 24330080

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

14-11-5

Detail 24330081

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located across cook line in disrepair. As per cook for 2 days. No tcs products.

35B-01-4

Detail 24330074

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

36-73-4

Detail 24330076

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under cook line equipments and preparation areas throughout the kitchen.

36-17-5

Detail 24330078

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair in the kitchen and near office. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24330069

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in white chest freezer.

10-12-5

Detail 24330085

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored inside of handwash sink near kitchen entrance. Coach employee. Employee removed ice scoop. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 24330070

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

22-16-4

Detail 24330068

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Coach employee. Repeat Violation

14-33-4

Detail 24330071

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in cooler shelves. Repeat Violation

14-20-4

Detail 24330079

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed soiled exterior in the kitchen shelves. Repeat Violation

29-19-4

Detail 24330077

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed at handwash sink located in the kitchen.

08B-12-5

Detail 24330082

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers with no cover in reach in freezer and cooler. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 24330087

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

Nov 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 14Total: 15

14-31-5

Detail 24212925

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags used as storage in chest freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24212917

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: observed soiled handles. Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 24212922

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in soda cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 24212919

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above hand sink before kitchen entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed above hand sink before kitchen entrance. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24212923

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed dusty ceiling tiles. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24212929

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on site. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed current license not displayed. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24212916

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler in disrepair in kitchen; used as dry storage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed cooler in disrepair in kitchen; used as dry storage. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24212924

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed where office is located. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed missing tiles. Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 24212920

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 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed no poster. Time Extended

51-18-6

Detail 24212926

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed no copy present. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24212927

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under cook line heavily soiled counter top. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24212915

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed soiled shelves. Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 24212921

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed rusted shelves at callback. Time Extended

14-20-4

Detail 24212928

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed soiled exterior Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 24212918

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers with no cover in reach in freezer and cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: Observed multiple containers with no cover in reach in freezer and cooler. Time Extended

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 16Total: 19

14-31-5

Detail 24064725

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags used as storage in chest freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

11-27-4

Detail 24064724

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

53A-03-7

Detail 24064740

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate expired; 10-5-23. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24064722

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 24064731

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in soda cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 24064739

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above hand sink before kitchen entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24064728

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24064726

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on site. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

12B-07-4

Detail 24064727

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle stored above prep table next to microwave. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24064737

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler in disrepair in kitchen; used as dry storage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24064732

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed where office is located. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 24064734

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing wall tiles in dining area, near restroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 24064736

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 2025-09-25: Time Extended

51-18-6

Detail 24064730

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24064735

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under cook line heavily soiled counter top. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24064733

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 24064729

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

14-20-4

Detail 24064723

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed soiled exterior Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 24064738

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers with no cover in reach in freezer and cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Time Extended

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 3Basic: 17Total: 25

41-07-4

Detail 24061856

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed first aid kit stored above prep table; multiple creams inside. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-31-5

Detail 24061858

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags used as storage in chest freezer. Warning

41-05-4

Detail 24061857

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid on shelf above vinegars. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 24061848

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table: peppers (89F - Hot Holding); cooked onions (93F - Hot Holding); broth beef (111F - Hot Holding); beef cooked (100F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Inspector had employees put food back to stove for reheating. Corrective Action Taken Warning

41-10-4

Detail 24061844

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach stored above vinegars next to triple sink. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

11-27-4

Detail 24061847

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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 24061852

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate expired; 10-5-23. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24061854

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bleach jug inside hand sink in dining hall. Warning

23-24-4

Detail 24061860

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Warning

14-05-4

Detail 24061853

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in soda cooler. Warning

36-36-4

Detail 24061859

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above hand sink before kitchen entrance. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 24061851

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24061855

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on site. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 24061845

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle stored above prep table next to microwave. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24061866

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler in disrepair in kitchen; used as dry storage. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 24061865

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed where office is located. Warning

36-24-5

Detail 24061846

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing wall tiles in dining area, near restroom. Warning

51-13-4

Detail 24061850

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Warning

51-18-6

Detail 24061864

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24061861

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under cook line heavily soiled counter top. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 24061862

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Warning

14-33-4

Detail 24061842

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. Warning

14-20-4

Detail 24061849

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed soiled exterior Warning

29-49-6

Detail 24061843

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

08B-12-5

Detail 24061863

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers with no cover in reach in freezer and cooler. Warning

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

29-34-4

Detail 23520255

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at three compartment sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed at three compartment sink Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at three compartment sink Time Extended

32-04-4

Detail 23520257

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23520260

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23520262

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23520259

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23520261

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 23520256

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 23520258

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended

Nov 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 14Total: 18

29-34-4

Detail 23341863

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at three compartment sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed at three compartment sink Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 23341865

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Time Extended

05-08-4

Detail 23341857

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 23341861

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. Observed Brenda Gaitan (5 months), Staling Aguirre ( 8 months) Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed Brenda Gaitan (5 months), Staling Aguirre ( 8 months) Time Extended

32-04-4

Detail 23341858

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23341849

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumul food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout entire establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout entire establishment. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23341864

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23341859

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at all cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed at all cutting boards in kitchen. Time Extended

12B-07-4

Detail 23341851

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee plastic cup stored on food take out table in dining area - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed employee water bottle stored on preparation table. Time Extended

13-03-4

Detail 23341856

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23341866

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove Time Extended

51-09-4

Detail 23341853

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 60 seats while only licensed for 49. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed 60 seats while only licensed for 49. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23341854

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23341862

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23341852

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed two holes in wall in dining area near service window. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed two holes in wall in dining area near service window Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 23341860

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23341855

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed steam table soiled with three dead roaches inside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed steam table soiled with 5 dead roaches inside. Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 23341850

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 8Basic: 26Total: 40

35A-02-6

Detail 23336647

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 7 dead flies in kitchen near reach in cooler.

41-05-4

Detail 23336659

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insect killer stored on shelf in kitchen.

35A-05-4

Detail 23336656

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall in kitchen. Observed 5 live roaches crawling on floor under steam table in kitchen.

01B-02-5

Detail 23336627

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cheese (58F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomato (54F - Cold Holding); Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken (56F - Cold Holding); Rice (55F - Cold Holding); Beans (62F - Cold Holding); Green Sauce (47F - Cold Holding); Cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Beef (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, they were prepared the previous day. Stop Sale was Issued.

03A-02-5

Detail 23336646

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cheese (58F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomato (54F - Cold Holding); Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken (56F - Cold Holding); Rice (55F - Cold Holding); Beans (62F - Cold Holding); Green Sauce (47F - Cold Holding); Cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Beef (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, they were prepared the previous day. Stop Sale was Issued.

29-34-4

Detail 23336641

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at three compartment sink Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 23336626

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by latter near kitchen entrance.

16-37-1

Detail 23336661

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

31B-02-4

Detail 23336642

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all handwashing sinks.

05-08-4

Detail 23336634

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

53B-01-5

Detail 23336643

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. Observed Brenda Gaitan (5 months), Staling Aguirre ( 8 months) Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 23336650

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at all handwashing sinks. Repeat Violation

02D-02-4

Detail 23336649

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed sugar container not labeled in kitchen.

02C-02-5

Detail 23336651

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked sausage in reached in cooler not date marked

22-20-5

Detail 23336662

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

32-04-4

Detail 23336648

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 23336639

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumul food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout entire establishment.

14-74-7

Detail 23336657

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed all food in reach in cooler out of temperature.

50-09-4

Detail 23336624

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expiration date 10/31/24. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 23336653

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at all cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation

35A-03-4

Detail 23336637

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches on steam table in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on wall near stove in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach under steam table in kitchen.

12B-07-4

Detail 23336663

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee plastic cup stored on food take out table in dining area

40-06-5

Detail 23336632

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on food take out table in dining area. Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 23336630

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

14-11-5

Detail 23336660

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove

51-09-4

Detail 23336655

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 60 seats while only licensed for 49.

12B-06-4

Detail 23336652

Basic - Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Observed vape device located on food handling table in dining area.

35B-01-4

Detail 23336640

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads to outside. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 23336658

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout entire establishment.

36-17-5

Detail 23336644

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Repeat Violation

14-38-4

Detail 23336628

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken plastic container stored on preparation table in kitchen.

08B-38-4

Detail 23336629

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda stored on floor near kitchen entrance.

36-24-5

Detail 23336633

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed two holes in wall in dining area near service window.

05-09-4

Detail 23336654

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.

23-03-4

Detail 23336645

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed steam table soiled with three dead roaches inside. Repeat Violation

14-33-4

Detail 23336636

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

54-01-5

Detail 23336625

Basic - Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed employee vaping device stored on food take out window.

29-49-6

Detail 23336638

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed across from stove. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 23336635

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. Also observed wall soiled with grease near stove.

21-12-4

Detail 23336631

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wc on preparation table in kitchen

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 12

29-34-4

Detail 23520600

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at three compartment

31B-02-4

Detail 23520604

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine.

32-04-4

Detail 23520596

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

14-01-5

Detail 23520601

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop. Employee removed it. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 23520595

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

14-11-5

Detail 23520606

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at ric across from stove. Repeat Violation

35B-01-4

Detail 23520605

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back exterior door that leads Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 23520602

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in floor tiles located in dining area. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 23520599

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between the preparation table and the steam table.

10-20-4

Detail 23520597

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site

05-09-4

Detail 23520598

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Repeat Violation

14-33-4

Detail 23520603

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Mar 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 11

29-34-4

Detail 22724801

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 22724807

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 22724797

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 was provided to operator Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed food employee reporting agreements were signed by employees. Time Extended

02C-02-5

Detail 22724805

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked. As per operator, food was cooked 24 hrs ago. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed food not date marked inside the reach in cooler. Time Extended

32-04-4

Detail 22724806

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door does not close completely. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door does not close completely. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 22724803

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed reach in cooler cutting board not longer cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed reach in cooler cutting board not longer cleanable. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 22724802

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22724800

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair by the exit of the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair by the exit of the kitchen. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22724804

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and hood filters soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and hood filters soiled. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 22724798

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed blood meat at the bottom of the reach in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed blood meat at the bottom of the reach in cooler. Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 22724799

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler in front of the grill. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-18: Observed at the reach in cooler in front of the grill. Time Extended

Jan 4, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 8Basic: 15Total: 25

12A-10-4

Detail 22542888

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee placed a hair restraint and then engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Employee was coached to wash hands properly. Warning

29-34-4

Detail 22542875

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22542887

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. Form was provided to operator. Repeat Violation Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22542886

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 22542891

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 22542883

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

31B-02-4

Detail 22542871

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22542878

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 was provided to operator Repeat Violation Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 22542874

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observe Staling Joshua Aguirre Nov 2023, Linny Torres 6 months ago, Fabiana over 2 month. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 22542869

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked. As per operator, food was cooked 24 hrs ago. Repeat Violation Warning

22-20-5

Detail 22542881

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning

32-04-4

Detail 22542870

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door does not close completely. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22542879

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as spoon inside the maseca container. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning

50-09-4

Detail 22542884

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired Ict 2923. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 22542880

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed reach in cooler cutting board not longer cleanable. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 22542877

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

13-03-4

Detail 22542876

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator provided a hair restraint. Corrective Action Taken Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 22542890

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

36-17-5

Detail 22542868

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair by the exit of the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

27-10-4

Detail 22542873

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water reached 77°F after water was running for about 5 minutes. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22542872

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and hood filters soiled. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 22542882

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed blood meat at the bottom of the reach in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

29-49-6

Detail 22542889

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler in front of the grill. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22542885

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed rice and chicken not covered inside the reach in cooler by the grill. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 22542867

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp in standing water next to the 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the water and placed shrimp inside the reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

Jan 4, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

29-34-4

Detail 22541777

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose was connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose was connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 22541774

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 22541776

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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Operator was not able to provide food handler training. Time Extended

14-01-5

Detail 22541775

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 plastic cups used as scoop inside the sugar container. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed plastic cup used as scoop inside the maseca container. Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 22541778

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked stored inside the reach in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed cooked food stored inside the reach in cooler not covered . Time Extended

Jul 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 11

14-31-5

Detail 22104145

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.observed meat inside reach in freezer stored in supermarket bags. Repeat Violation

01B-02-5

Detail 22104143

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork 59° F ( cold holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee pork was cooked yesterday night.

03A-02-5

Detail 22104146

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork 59° F ( cold holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee pork was cooked yesterday night.

29-34-4

Detail 22104149

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose was connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 22104141

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed 5 buckets stored on top of the hand wash sink. Employee removed them. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 22104139

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

53B-01-5

Detail 22104142

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. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22104140

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 plastic cups used as scoop inside the sugar container.

14-69-4

Detail 22104148

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

08B-12-5

Detail 22104144

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked stored inside the reach in freezer.

02D-01-5

Detail 22104147

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not labeled.

Sep 12, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 8Basic: 7Total: 20

35A-02-6

Detail 22284922

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed more than 5 live flies, flying and landing on the cutting board and food preparation equipment in the kitchen area. Also observed 4 live flies flying in the dining area. Also I found 2 dead flies inside the desserts display cooler at the front area.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed one live flies flying in the kitchen area. Admin Complaint

08A-04-5

Detail 22284911

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables in the reach in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables in the reach in cooler. Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 22284920

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked beef inside the reach in freezer. Employee placed chicken at the bottom. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed raw beef stored over raw pork at reach in freezer. Admin Complaint

03A-02-5

Detail 22284903

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed flan (59 F - Cold Holding); tres leches (59 F - Cold Holding) rice (46 F - Cold Holding). As per employee desserts were placed in the reach in cooler the night before and the rice was placed inside reach in cooler the night before.. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed beans (51°F - cold holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator since 8:00 am. (8 hrs. ago); cooked chicken (55°F - cold holding) as per operator was thawed at room temperature, at reach in cooler. Operator discarded the products. Admin Complaint

29-34-4

Detail 22284912

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Time Extended

11-27-4

Detail 22284909

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: 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. Warning Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 22284919

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled and not longer cleanable. Also observed can opener soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed cutting board soiled and not longer cleanable. Also observed can opener soiled. Warning Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 22284905

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As per operator they use bleach to sanitize dishes.Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As per operator they use bleach to sanitize dishes.Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

31B-02-4

Detail 22284907

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 22284913

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: 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. Warning Time Extended

31B-03-4

Detail 22284904

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. And also at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. And also at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning Admin Complaint

02B-02-5

Detail 22284918

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator. As per operator eggs can be served undercooked/ raw. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed no Consumer Advisory. Admin Complaint

02C-02-5

Detail 22284906

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator it was cooked yesterday morning. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22284921

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair by the entrance to the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed floor in disrepair by the exit of the kitchen. Warning Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 22284916

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with cucumbers and a plastic container with oil stored on the floor at the kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed bucket with sweetened milk, bucket with cucumbers and plastic container with oil stored on the floor at the kitchen area. Warning Admin Complaint

02D-03-4

Detail 22284914

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed desserts at the front of the restaurant. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed to deserts at the time of the Callback inspection. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 22284910

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled with meat blood. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled with meat blood. Admin Complaint

14-33-4

Detail 22284917

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the 3 door reach in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the 3 door reach in cooler. Warning Time Extended

29-11-4

Detail 22284915

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet by the entrance of the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet by the entrance of the kitchen. Warning Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22284908

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning Time Extended

Sep 11, 2023

Complaint Full

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 7Intermediate: 10Basic: 14Total: 31

35A-02-6

Detail 22276825

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed more than 5 live flies, flying and landing on the cutting board and food preparation equipment in the kitchen area. Also observed 4 live flies flying in the dining area. Also I found 2 dead flies inside the desserts display cooler at the front area.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint

14-31-5

Detail 22276833

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside supermarket bags inside the reach in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning

08A-04-5

Detail 22276842

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables in the reach in cooler. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22276831

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked beef inside the reach in freezer. Employee placed chicken at the bottom. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22276841

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed flan (59 F - Cold Holding); tres leches (59 F - Cold Holding) rice (46 F - Cold Holding). As per employee desserts were placed in the reach in cooler the night before and the rice was placed inside reach in cooler the night before.. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22276823

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed flan (59 F - Cold Holding); tres leches (59 F - Cold Holding) rice (46 F - Cold Holding). As per employee desserts were placed in the reach in cooler the night before and the rice was placed inside reach in cooler the night before.. Repeat Violation Warning

29-34-4

Detail 22276839

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22276849

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. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22276850

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled and not longer cleanable. Also observed can opener soiled. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 22276824

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As per operator they use bleach to sanitize dishes.Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning

27-06-4

Detail 22276851

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no hot water in the entire establishment. After water running for approximately 5 minutes it reached 80 F Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 22276834

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22276837

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. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 22276836

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. And also at the hand wash sink by the ice machine. Warning

02B-02-5

Detail 22276826

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator. As per operator eggs can be served undercooked/ raw. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 22276821

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator it was cooked yesterday morning. Repeat Violation Warning

27-16-4

Detail 22276846

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in the entire establishment. After water running for approximately 5 minutes it reached 80 F Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22276847

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as scoop inside 3 plastic containers in the kitchen area with sugar, salt and beans. Repeat Violation Warning

36-17-5

Detail 22276844

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair by the entrance to the kitchen. Warning

14-38-4

Detail 22276845

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a broken plastic container with sugar In the kitchen area. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 22276838

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with cucumbers and a plastic container with oil stored on the floor at the kitchen area. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 22276829

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the reach in freezer at the kitchen and also at the front line ( reach in cooler with sauces and desserts). Repeat Violation Warning

02D-03-4

Detail 22276832

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed desserts at the front of the restaurant. Warning

27-10-4

Detail 22276835

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed no hot water in the entire establishment. After water running for approximately 5 minutes it reached 80 F Warning

36-64-5

Detail 22276840

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed at the kitchen area. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 22276822

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled with meat blood. Warning

14-33-4

Detail 22276848

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the 3 door reach in cooler. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22276828

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food stored inside the reach in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation Warning

29-11-4

Detail 22276830

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet by the entrance of the kitchen. Warning

42-01-4

Detail 22276843

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

21-12-4

Detail 22276827

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the reach in cooler preparation table. Warning

Apr 10, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

29-34-4

Detail 21924606

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Warning Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 21924608

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed can opener soiled. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed can opener soiled. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled. Time Extended

14-01-5

Detail 21924605

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a dish inside of flour container. Operator moved the dish to the three compartment sink. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed a dish inside of flour container. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed plastic cups with no handle inside of flour container and Jamaica flowers container. Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 21924607

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with flour not identified by common name at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed container with flour not identified by common name at kitchen area. Warning Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed flour container not identified by common name. Time Extended

Dec 16, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 9

50-08-7

Detail 21644802

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed the restaurant is open to the public operating without a license. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed the restaurant is oxytocin the public at the time of the callback inspection. Time Extended

01D-01-5

Detail 21644799

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed the establishment offers ceviche made wit raw fish, no parasite destruction letter provided. Operator discarded the raw fish. And they won't offer ceviche until they have the parasite destruction letter. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: As per the manager the establishment doesn't offer ceviche at the moment. Time Extended

14-31-5

Detail 21644798

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked beef inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in freezer and tortillas inside of nonfood grade at reach in cooler located in front of grills. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed tortillas and bread inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in freezer and tortillas inside of nonfood grade at reach in cooler located in front of grills. Time Extended

29-34-4

Detail 21644803

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Warning Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 21644796

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed can opener soiled. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled. Time Extended

02B-01-5

Detail 21644800

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the establishment offers ceviche with raw fish not identify that contain raw fish. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: As per the manager they don't offer ceviche any more. Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 21644795

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 change of ownership with remodel but the application was only change of ownership. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed a change of ownership with remodel but the application was only change of ownership. Warning Time Extended

14-01-5

Detail 21644801

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a dish inside of flour container. Operator moved the dish to the three compartment sink. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed a dish inside of flour container. Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 21644797

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with flour not identified by common name at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: Observed container with flour not identified by common name at kitchen area. Warning Time Extended

Oct 28, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 13

50-08-7

Detail 21534196

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed the restaurant is open to the public operating without a license. Warning

01D-01-5

Detail 21534193

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed the establishment offers ceviche made wit raw fish, no parasite destruction letter provided. Operator discarded the raw fish. And they won't offer ceviche until they have the parasite destruction letter. Corrective Action Taken Warning

14-31-5

Detail 21534186

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked beef inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in freezer and tortillas inside of nonfood grade at reach in cooler located in front of grills. Warning

08A-02-6

Detail 21534194

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork at reach in freezer. Operator started to moved the products. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21534192

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh cheese (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the cheese to the bottom part for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

29-34-4

Detail 21534187

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located over three compartment sink. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21534191

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Warning

02B-01-5

Detail 21534197

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the establishment offers ceviche with raw fish not identify that contain raw fish. Warning

51-16-7

Detail 21534188

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 change of ownership with remodel but the application was only change of ownership. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21534195

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a dish inside of flour container. Operator moved the dish to the three compartment sink. Corrective Action Taken Warning

14-74-7

Detail 21534185

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at 50°F, located in front of grills. Operator called the technician. Corrective Action Taken Warning

36-24-5

Detail 21534190

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall behind the grills. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 21534189

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with flour not identified by common name at kitchen area. Warning