Kendall, Miami-Dade County

PITA FRESH

7758 N KENDALL DR, Kendall, FL 33156

FoodSeating
Latest violations
10
2 Intermediate
Mar 16, 2026
City
Kendall
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
14

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 16, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 10

22-02-4

Detail 24442580

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry food shelves soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry food shelves soiled. Time Extended

22-31-4

Detail 24442582

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored. Observed on dry dish racks. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored. Observed on dry dish racks. Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24442578

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled at time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed microwave handle soiled at time of inspection. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24442583

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks and water damage to multiple ceiling tiles in establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed cracks and water damage to multiple ceiling tiles in establishment. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24442585

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed soiled vents in establishment. Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 24442586

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at front counter above food prep. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed at front counter above food prep. Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 24442579

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: no poster; inspector provided via email. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

23-03-4

Detail 24442584

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in at front counter. Observed hood system soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed gaskets soiled in reach in at front counter. Observed hood system soiled. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 24442577

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed in walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 24442581

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall tiles soiled in establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed wall tiles soiled in establishment. Time Extended

Jan 14, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 10Total: 17

50-17-3

Detail 24301220

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10-25. Operator paid during inspection.Warning Corrected On-Site Warning

41-10-4

Detail 24301218

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spray stored above bag of beans. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

29-34-4

Detail 24301215

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink with hose attached. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 24301216

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 Repeat Violation Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 24301225

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 Kareem Abdulmajeed 12-17-2020. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24301221

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

22-31-4

Detail 24301224

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored. Observed on dry dish racks. Repeat Violation Warning

23-24-4

Detail 24301228

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled at time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning

36-32-5

Detail 24301213

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks and water damage to multiple ceiling tiles in establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

36-34-5

Detail 24301217

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

38-01-4

Detail 24301223

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at front counter above food prep. Repeat Violation Warning

51-13-4

Detail 24301219

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

51-18-6

Detail 24301227

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

23-03-4

Detail 24301222

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

25-32-4

Detail 24301226

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed white pepper container reused for salt. Warning

14-17-4

Detail 24301212

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

36-27-5

Detail 24301214

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall tiles soiled in establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

Sep 2, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 5Basic: 13Total: 20

14-86-1

Detail 24000161

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cloth as cover for food in reach in freezer.

29-42-4

Detail 24000160

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink. Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 24000155

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

22-02-4

Detail 24000149

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where dry herbs are kept. Repeat Violation

22-31-4

Detail 24000159

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep table where sheet trays are stored. Observed on dry dish rack. Repeat Violation

02C-02-5

Detail 24000146

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of food in walk in cooler missing date mark.

41-17-4

Detail 24000157

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at kitchen entrance on speed rack. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 24000152

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on microwave handle. Repeat Violation

14-05-4

Detail 24000153

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in reach in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 24000154

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in establishment ceiling tiles with water damage. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 24000162

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license displayed. Repeat Violation

12B-07-4

Detail 24000158

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several cups on prep table in front kitchen area.

13-03-4

Detail 24000151

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed all employees at front counter with no hair restraint.

38-01-4

Detail 24000156

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in kitchen above mop sink area. Observed in disrepair above microwave. Repeat Violation

51-13-4

Detail 24000144

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

51-18-6

Detail 24000147

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection available.

23-03-4

Detail 24000143

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

14-17-4

Detail 24000150

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

36-27-5

Detail 24000145

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.

42-01-4

Detail 24000148

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

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 13

29-42-4

Detail 23785756

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed no breaker at mop sink at time of callback. Time Extended

11-27-4

Detail 23785750

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 kit or form; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed no form or kit. Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 23785755

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where spices are kept. Observed soiled knife magnet. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed soiled can opener; at time of callback. Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 23785759

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit on site; chlorine or Quat. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed no kit on site; chlorine or Quat. Time Extended

22-31-4

Detail 23785748

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 23785749

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in freezer outside of walk in cooler, observed in soda fridge at counter.. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed in reach in cooler at kitchen entrance; cardboard lined shelf. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 23785752

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several with water damage; kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed several with water damage; kitchen area. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23785760

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: At time of callback, observed soiled tiles. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23785751

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted at time of inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed current license not posted during callback. Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 23785753

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.observed in warewash area; no shield for bulbs. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed in warewash area; no shield protection from bulb. Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 23785758

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed no poster on site during callback. Time Extended

24-18-4

Detail 23785754

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on rack next to reach in freezer; spoons face up. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed on rack next to reach in freezer; spoons face up. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 23785757

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed in walk in cooler. Time Extended

Mar 20, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 7Basic: 13Total: 21

29-42-4

Detail 23645656

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.

11-27-4

Detail 23645655

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 kit or form; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

53A-03-7

Detail 23645637

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 Kareem; 12/25.

22-02-4

Detail 23645654

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled shelves where spices are kept. Observed soiled knife magnet.

16-37-1

Detail 23645647

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

53A-05-6

Detail 23645640

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 4 employees working; no certified manager present.

22-31-4

Detail 23645646

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.

41-17-4

Detail 23645653

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on cook line, red spray no label. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 23645648

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave in warewash area; soiled handle.

14-05-4

Detail 23645639

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in freezer outside of walk in cooler, observed in soda fridge at counter.. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 23645645

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several with water damage; kitchen area.

36-34-5

Detail 23645644

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

50-09-4

Detail 23645657

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted at time of inspection.

40-06-5

Detail 23645642

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed sunglasses on bouillon container, observed bag on prep table.

08B-38-4

Detail 23645641

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor at front counter.

38-01-4

Detail 23645652

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.observed in warewash area; no shield for bulbs.

51-13-4

Detail 23645650

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.

23-03-4

Detail 23645638

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed fan under hand sink soiled with dust.

24-18-4

Detail 23645649

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on rack next to reach in freezer; spoons face up.

22-16-4

Detail 23645651

Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.

42-01-4

Detail 23645643

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

Nov 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

08A-20-5

Detail 23368305

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over falafel mix inside reach in cooler across cook line. Employee placed raw chicken under falafel. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 23368306

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed test kit for chlorine not provided. Repeat Violation

41-17-4

Detail 23368310

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser at kitchen without label.

14-05-4

Detail 23368308

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside reach in freezer. Operator removed during inspection.Repeat Violation Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 23368304

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product. Emploplaced handle upwards.

22-16-4

Detail 23368307

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

02D-01-5

Detail 23368309

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container without label at dry storage.

May 22, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 13Total: 18

01B-01-4

Detail 22888477

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a stuffed vine leaves can dented.

14-31-5

Detail 22888476

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro stores inside of thank you bags at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

08A-20-5

Detail 22888469

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in cooler front counter. Operator was instructed that the chicken need to be on the bottom part of the RIC. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

03A-02-5

Detail 22888465

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (50 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator was outside one hour ago. Operator moved the product to the coolest part of the walk in cooler for rapid cooling. Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 22888480

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

23-24-4

Detail 22888475

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer handle soiled.

14-05-4

Detail 22888467

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used at shelves reach in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 22888468

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above reach in freezers. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 22888466

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

08B-49-4

Detail 22888472

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a bag with raw chicken at reach in freezer. As per operator it is personal food.

13-07-4

Detail 22888470

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food.

13-04-4

Detail 22888474

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

08B-47-4

Detail 22888463

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bag of onion and a box with chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22888473

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a soybean oil container stored on floor at storage area.

10-07-4

Detail 22888464

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the utensils inside of water at 101 F at steam table. The water was reheated at 142°F. Corrected On-Site

24-18-4

Detail 22888479

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored up.

25-06-4

Detail 22888478

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination at shelf under gyro equipment. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22888471

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

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

14-31-5

Detail 22574438

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed gyros meat stored on thank you bags at walk in cooler. Operator was informed that thank you bags can not be used to store food.

50-17-3

Detail 22574430

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. Operator paid the license. Showed renewed at dashboard. Corrected On-Site

08A-20-5

Detail 22574443

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator was informed the right order to store the products. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 22574432

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grapes leaves (60 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours.

41-18-4

Detail 22574436

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine + 200 ppm) Operator added water to get 100 ppm. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 22574440

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. Food employee reporting agreement was provided by email. Corrective Action Taken

36-06-4

Detail 22574434

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. At walk in cooler.

14-05-4

Detail 22574429

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line food shelves at reach in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 22574439

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 22574444

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile above reach in freezer.

24-06-4

Detail 22574435

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack in front of three compartment sink.

40-06-5

Detail 22574433

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed iPhone on preparation table located next to three compartment sink.

08B-47-4

Detail 22574428

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with falafel stored on floor at walk in cooler.

10-17-4

Detail 22574442

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between two reach in coolers front counter. Operator removed the knife. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 22574441

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

25-05-4

Detail 22574427

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes with single service items stored on floor under preparation table. Operator moved to a shelf. Corrected On-Site

25-06-4

Detail 22574437

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service article not stored inverted at shelves under preparation table. Operator inverted the single service articles. Corrected On-Site

38-01-4

Detail 22574431

Basic - Two Light shield damaged/in disrepair at dishwasher area. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22574445

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

May 19, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 13

14-15-4

Detail 22007394

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in the walk in cooler, cilantro stored in supermarket bags Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed in the walk in cooler, cilantro stored in supermarket bags Time Extended

41-18-4

Detail 22007405

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration at 200 ppm The operator is diluting the concentration. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed the chlorine sanitizing solution at the triple sink not set up

22-02-4

Detail 22007403

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed can opener blade soiled Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 22007398

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in the walk in cooler cardboard being used as liners of the shelves. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed in the walk in cooler cardboard being used as liners of the shelves. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 22007395

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 22007393

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair on top of the reach in freezer with the fries. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed ceiling tile in disrepair on top of the reach in freezer with the fries. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 22007402

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observe the return vent near the walk in cooler door soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observe the return vent near the walk in cooler door soiled. Time Extended

36-12-4

Detail 22007397

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observe grout between tiles missing at the back area near the triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observe grout between tiles missing at the back area near the triple sink. Time Extended

08B-47-4

Detail 22007396

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with oil stored on the floor near the fryers. Observed a box with chicken stored on the floor of the walk in cooler Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed a box with chicken stored on the floor of the walk in cooler Time Extended

10-01-5

Detail 22007404

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the spoon handle touching the food in the meat container located in the walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed the spoon handle touching the food in the meat container located in the walk in cooler. Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 22007400

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in disrepair near the triple sink area. Observed light shield missing at lamp by the triple sink area Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed light shield missing at lamp by the triple sink area Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 22007401

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior had accumulation of soil residues. Observed in the two doors reach in freezer the interior soiled with food residue Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed in the two doors reach in freezer the interior soiled with food residue Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22007399

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry Time Extended

Mar 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 15

12A-07-5

Detail 21859256

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Warning

14-15-4

Detail 21859259

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in the walk in cooler, cilantro stored in supermarket bags Warning

41-18-4

Detail 21859252

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration at 200 ppm The operator is diluting the concentration. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21859254

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

53B-05-5

Detail 21859250

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

14-05-4

Detail 21859255

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in the walk in cooler cardboard being used as liners of the shelves. Warning

36-37-5

Detail 21859248

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation Warning

36-32-5

Detail 21859258

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair on top of the reach in freezer with the fries. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 21859257

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observe the return vent near the walk in cooler door soiled. Warning

36-12-4

Detail 21859260

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observe grout between tiles missing at the back area near the triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 21859249

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with oil stored on the floor near the fryers. Observed a box with chicken stored on the floor of the walk in cooler Warning

10-01-5

Detail 21859251

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the spoon handle touching the food in the meat container located in the walk in cooler. Warning

38-01-4

Detail 21859253

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in disrepair near the triple sink area. Observed light shield missing at lamp by the triple sink area Repeat Violation Warning

22-16-4

Detail 21859261

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior had accumulation of soil residues. Observed in the two doors reach in freezer the interior soiled with food residue Warning

42-01-4

Detail 21859247

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

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 14Total: 16

03A-02-5

Detail 21233656

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler chick peas (54F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than two hours. Operator will put ice under the tcs food to improve cooling Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 21233654

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at the gray hose connection hose Bibb. Repeat Violation

36-06-4

Detail 21233651

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboards on the walk in cooler floor Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 21233643

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

24-07-4

Detail 21233647

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed a clean pot stored on the floor of the dishwashing area.

14-11-5

Detail 21233653

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the front counter reach in cooler in disrepair. Ambient temperature 58F

36-12-4

Detail 21233648

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed the grout missing between tiles at the preparation area Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 21233650

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored at the storage area Repeat Violation

38-01-4

Detail 21233644

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield near the triple sink in disrepair. Repeat Violation

38-07-4

Detail 21233655

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed a ceiling lamp near the triple sink without plastic shield.

05-09-4

Detail 21233645

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the front counter reach in cooler . Observed the walk in cooler without ambient thermometer Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21233658

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Can opener blade is soiled Repeat Violation

29-08-4

Detail 21233657

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the faucet of the triple sink fixed with a plastic bag

25-06-4

Detail 21233649

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed small containers at the front counter not inverted or protected Repeat Violation

25-27-4

Detail 21233646

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws at the front counter not individually packed and in a polyurethane glass

42-01-4

Detail 21233652

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

Dec 7, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 10

03A-02-5

Detail 20709494

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler humus (45°F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (47°F - Cold Holding); chicken kabob (49°F - Cold Holding); chick peas (59°F - Cold Holding) ; cut tomato (56°F - Cold Holding) Per operator less than two hours. Unit ambient temperature 55°F. Operator is putting food over ice bins to improve cooling process Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed at the front counter reach in cooler humus (46°F Cold Holding); chic peas (56°F Cold Holding); babaganush (46°F Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (46° F Cold Holding). Per operator less, the two and a half hours. Operator is putting food items over trays with ice and water to improve cooling process. Admin Complaint

03D-06-5

Detail 20709488

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler cut lettuce (12:49. 47°F - Cooling); cut lettuce (1:22. 56°F - Cooling) Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed at the front counter reach in cooler Cut lettuce (46°F Cold Holding); Cut tomato (46°F Cold Holding ) Admin Complaint

29-34-4

Detail 20709489

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Time Extended** Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 20709493

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the blade of the can opener soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed the blade of the can opener soiled Time Extended

36-06-4

Detail 20709490

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on the walk in cooler floor Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed soiled cardboard on the walk in cooler floor Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 20709495

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Time Extended

36-12-4

Detail 20709492

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed the grout between tiles missing at the preparation area Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed the grout between tiles missing at the preparation area Time Extended

10-17-4

Detail 20709486

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 20709487

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield over the preparation area in disrepair Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed a light shield over the preparation area in disrepair Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 20709491

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at the reach in cooler in front of the grill Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed ambient thermometer in unit. Ambient temperature 46°F Time Extended

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 12

03A-02-5

Detail 20703955

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler humus (45°F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (47°F - Cold Holding); chicken kabob (49°F - Cold Holding); chick peas (59°F - Cold Holding) ; cut tomato (56°F - Cold Holding) Per operator less than two hours. Unit ambient temperature 55°F. Operator is putting food over ice bins to improve cooling process Warning

03D-06-5

Detail 20703949

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler cut lettuce (12:49. 47°F - Cooling); cut lettuce (1:22. 56°F - Cooling) Warning

29-34-4

Detail 20703948

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Repeat Violation Warning

22-02-4

Detail 20703953

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

36-06-4

Detail 20703954

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on the walk in cooler floor Repeat Violation Warning

36-37-5

Detail 20703958

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation Warning

36-12-4

Detail 20703957

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed the grout between tiles missing at the preparation area Repeat Violation Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 20703947

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in the walk in cooler a box of chicken and a box of giros bread stored on the floor Warning

10-17-4

Detail 20703952

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Repeat Violation Warning

38-01-4

Detail 20703956

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield over the preparation area in disrepair Warning

05-09-4

Detail 20703950

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at the reach in cooler in front of the grill Warning

25-06-4

Detail 20703951

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Repeat Violation Warning

Aug 5, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 11Total: 15

08A-17-6

Detail 20403942

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 in the two doors reach in freezer, raw ground beef stored over fries, raw ground beef is not commercially packed and the fries package is opened Repeat Violation

03D-07-5

Detail 20403945

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 in the walk in cooler humus (11:53. 47°F Cooling); humus (12:08. 46°F - Cooling);. Per operator less than one hour. Humus was left without cover to improve cooling.

29-42-4

Detail 20403932

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at the mop sink, on the faucet used for the hose. Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 20403946

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled Repeat Violation

36-06-4

Detail 20403933

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed a cardboard used as anti-slip measure by the triple sink area, and in the walk in cooler Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 20403937

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 20403938

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

40-06-5

Detail 20403935

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Obseved a cell phone on the back counter preparation area Repeat Violation

36-12-4

Detail 20403944

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed the grout missing in several areas of the kitchen and back area floor Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 20403943

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with oil stored on the floor of the back area.

08B-38-4

Detail 20403939

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed s container of feta cheese stored on the floor of the walk in cooler

10-17-4

Detail 20403940

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored between the two front counter reach in coolers

38-01-4

Detail 20403941

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a, light shield in the back area in disrepair

25-06-4

Detail 20403934

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service aluminum containers stored on top of the reach in freezer stored not inverted Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 20403936

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