Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County

CHELSEA RESTAURANT

944 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach, FL 33139

FoodSeating
Latest violations
19
5 High Priority
May 4, 2026
City
Miami Beach
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
16

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.

May 4, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 2Basic: 12Total: 19

22-47-4

Detail 24553997

High Priority - Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.

08A-04-5

Detail 24553999

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw calamari stored over cooked potatoes at reach in cooler next to fryer. Observed raw shell governing unwashed produces at walk in cooler.

08A-05-6

Detail 24554003

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks over cooked rice at reach in cooler next to stove.

01B-04-5

Detail 24553998

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 4 pounds of chicken empanadas and 4 pounds of ropa vieja empanadas from an unapproved source.

03A-02-5

Detail 24554002

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole (44F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (42F - Cold Holding). Operator add ice bags on top. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 24554006

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled racks used for dishwasher machine.

02C-02-5

Detail 24553994

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked shrimp, calamari, cooked chicken with no labels inside reach in cooler and walk in cooler. As per operator prepared less than 24 hours.

22-20-5

Detail 24554007

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

16-21-4

Detail 24554000

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on the top exterior of the dishwasher.

14-05-4

Detail 24553993

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used under steam table with clean equipment. Operator removed the cardboard. Corrected On-Site

36-34-5

Detail 24553990

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled next to three compartment sink.

14-09-4

Detail 24553992

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards throughout the kitchen with cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

16-13-5

Detail 24553996

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed dirty dishes inside the 3 compartments at three compartment sink.

14-11-5

Detail 24553995

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in cooler located next to fryer.

08B-38-4

Detail 24554005

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon oil stored at kitchen entrance. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24553991

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in cooler located next to walk in cooler.

23-03-4

Detail 24553989

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

08B-12-5

Detail 24554001

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice bucket not covered at bar area. Operator is working in getting new lid.

21-12-4

Detail 24554004

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table next to fryer.

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

12A-02-4

Detail 23980932

High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.

03A-02-5

Detail 23980921

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler cook line filled over the line, coached employee on correct procedures.

03B-01-6

Detail 23980918

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (112F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (88F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per chef for approximately 3 hours prior, advised manager to reheat product.

53A-05-6

Detail 23980924

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/ Manager arrived 20 minutes after inspection started. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 23980933

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

50-09-4

Detail 23980929

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-09-4

Detail 23980930

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23980925

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 23980923

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 23980920

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen entrance.

08B-38-4

Detail 23980928

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several food cases on floor at kitchen hallway.

10-07-4

Detail 23980934

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs in standing water at cook line.

21-04-4

Detail 23980919

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at office area.

51-13-4

Detail 23980922

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

08B-12-5

Detail 23980917

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken, potatoes, shrimp not covered at reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 23980931

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Observed empanadas thawing in a container with no running water. Informed employee on proper procedure. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 23980927

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 23980926

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line area.

Jun 5, 2025

Complaint Full

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 4Basic: 17Total: 21

22-02-4

Detail 23811525

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at preparation area by reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

53A-05-6

Detail 23811519

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Admin Complaint

02C-02-5

Detail 23811527

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 chicken held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

53B-14-5

Detail 23811530

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificate for Jose Suriano expired on 12/15/2024 Mario D Chirino expired on 1/10/2023. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Admin Complaint

23-24-4

Detail 23811528

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23811537

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 23811532

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23811518

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 23811522

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23811535

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at reach in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23811521

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 23811536

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 23811534

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

08B-47-4

Detail 23811517

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers with shrimp, chicken and hot dogs not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23811526

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair by steam table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

10-17-4

Detail 23811533

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

10-20-4

Detail 23811529

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23811523

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 23811520

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 23811531

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken, potatoes, shrimp not covered at reach in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23811524

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Time Extended

Apr 1, 2025

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 5Basic: 22Total: 27

13-05-4

Detail 23675238

Intermediate - Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils.

22-02-4

Detail 23675229

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at preparation area by reach in cooler.

53A-05-6

Detail 23675244

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/

02C-02-5

Detail 23675227

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

53B-14-5

Detail 23675247

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificate for Jose Suriano expired on 12/15/2024 Mario D Chirino expired on 1/10/2023.

22-20-5

Detail 23675237

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee removed ice. Corrective Action Taken

23-24-4

Detail 23675245

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

36-34-5

Detail 23675228

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

24-05-4

Detail 23675240

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

14-09-4

Detail 23675226

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

12B-01-4

Detail 23675234

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eating oranges while preparing food.

13-07-4

Detail 23675232

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

24-08-4

Detail 23675236

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

14-11-5

Detail 23675222

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at reach in cooler

35B-01-4

Detail 23675221

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

36-22-4

Detail 23675223

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near ice machine.

36-73-4

Detail 23675239

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 23675225

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers with shrimp, chicken and hot dogs not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen.

36-24-5

Detail 23675246

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair by steam table. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 23675233

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen.

10-20-4

Detail 23675243

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

22-08-4

Detail 23675230

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled at kitchen. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23675224

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 23675241

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

08B-12-5

Detail 23675231

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken, potatoes, shrimp not covered at reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 23675242

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, chicken and hot dogs thawing in a container with no running water. Informed employee on proper procedure. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 23675235

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

Apr 1, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 4Total: 4

36-34-5

Detail 23675250

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen, - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-01: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23675249

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-01: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23675251

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-01: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23675248

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-01: Time Extended

Feb 19, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

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

23-02-4

Detail 23567725

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Water misting device not maintained/cleaned as required. Walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Gaskets throughout reach in cooler soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

02B-01-5

Detail 23567723

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs and steak not linked to consumer advisory. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23567724

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen, - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23567722

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23567720

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23567721

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: Time Extended

Feb 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 3Basic: 11Total: 19

08A-20-5

Detail 23565626

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 seafood mix.

12A-09-4

Detail 23565619

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiples task without changing gloves. Instructed employee on proper procedure.

01B-02-5

Detail 23565618

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed yellow rice (64F - Cold Holding); salmon (64F - Cold Holding); octopus (63F - Cold Holding); burgers (63F - Cold Holding); lobster (65F - Cold Holding); chicken (65F - Cold Holding); beef (68F - Cold Holding) all stored at walk in cooler held for more than 4 hours.

03A-02-5

Detail 23565627

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yellow rice (64F - Cold Holding); salmon (64F - Cold Holding); octopus (63F - Cold Holding); burgers (63F - Cold Holding); lobster (65F - Cold Holding); chicken (65F - Cold Holding); beef (68F - Cold Holding) all stored at walk in cooler held for more than 4 hours.

23-02-4

Detail 23565628

High Priority - Water misting device not maintained/cleaned as required. Walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Gaskets throughout reach in cooler soiled.

02B-01-5

Detail 23565632

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs and steak not linked to consumer advisory.

31B-02-4

Detail 23565631

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink at kitchen.

02C-02-5

Detail 23565623

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed yellow rice and vaca frita not date marked at walk in cooler.

36-06-4

Detail 23565621

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

36-34-5

Detail 23565634

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

24-05-4

Detail 23565622

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted stored above preparation table at kitchen.

14-74-7

Detail 23565624

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 walk in cooler temperature at 64F.

14-09-4

Detail 23565620

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-11-5

Detail 23565633

Basic - Equipment in poor repair.

36-73-4

Detail 23565629

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen and walk in cooler.

08B-47-4

Detail 23565617

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with shrimp and burgers not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen.

08B-12-5

Detail 23565630

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fettuccine and yellow rice not cover at walk in cooler.

06-01-5

Detail 23565635

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, burgers, fish thawing in a container with no running water, instructed employee on proper procedure.

36-27-5

Detail 23565625

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

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 2Basic: 15Total: 23

03D-02-5

Detail 23305922

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (70F - Cooling); cooked pork (78F - Cooling); (78F) in the walk-in cooler. As per the cook the pork was cooked last night.

12A-07-5

Detail 23305908

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

08A-04-5

Detail 23305912

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over red bell peppers in the walk-in, observed raw shrimp over peppers and onions in the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation

08A-05-6

Detail 23305911

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a raw shell egg over potato salad at the cook line. Repeat Violation

01B-02-5

Detail 23305907

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (70F - Cooling); cooked pork (78F - Cooling); (78F) in the walk-in cooler. As per the cook the pork was cooked last night.

03A-02-5

Detail 23305906

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato salad (51F - Cold Holding) in a pan on a preparation table. As per the cook it was put there approximately one hour ago. The cook put it in the walk-in cooler.

31A-11-4

Detail 23305913

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed three dirty utensils in the hand washing sink next to the triple sink.

16-37-1

Detail 23305917

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

23-24-4

Detail 23305910

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

36-06-4

Detail 23305914

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

50-09-4

Detail 23305905

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

12B-07-4

Detail 23305915

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open container with water on the preparation reach in cooler.

14-11-5

Detail 23305923

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket torn. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 23305909

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.

08B-38-4

Detail 23305904

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two plastic containers one with vinegar and the other cooking oil on the floor in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

10-14-5

Detail 23305924

Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed in the hotel lobby. The bar tender put it on top of the ice machine. Corrective Action Taken

10-12-5

Detail 23305903

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on the top of the ice machine.

10-20-4

Detail 23305921

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

21-04-4

Detail 23305918

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

31B-04-4

Detail 23305902

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen entrance. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23305919

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the gaskets on the reach in cooler soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard and gasket soiled.

16-46-4

Detail 23305920

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

02D-01-5

Detail 23305916

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

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 11Total: 15

08A-04-5

Detail 22809746

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over vegetables at walk-in cooler.

08A-20-5

Detail 22809751

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chciken stored over pork and beef at walk-in cooler.

22-02-4

Detail 22809744

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board soiled at cookline and white small cutting board soiled at bar.

16-37-1

Detail 22809756

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

36-34-5

Detail 22809750

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled at warewashing area.

24-05-4

Detail 22809754

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

50-09-4

Detail 22809747

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2022. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 22809757

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cuttings boards grooved at cookline.

13-07-4

Detail 22809758

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee mashing potatoes while wearing bracelet at cookline.

14-11-5

Detail 22809753

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair at cookline and units at bar area. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22809752

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of frying oil and vinegar stored on floor at cookline and box of sugar cane stored on floor at dry storage area.

23-03-4

Detail 22809755

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at cookline and bar area.

31B-04-4

Detail 22809749

Basic - Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at unisex bathroom. Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 22809748

Basic - Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler closer to dishmachines.

36-27-5

Detail 22809745

Basic - Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust thorough kitchen and behind three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

Jan 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 5Basic: 10Total: 18

03D-02-5

Detail 22537919

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). As per chef, it was cooked the night before.

29-37-4

Detail 22537912

High Priority - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.

01B-13-4

Detail 22537911

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). As per chef, it was cooked the night before.

11-27-4

Detail 22537913

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. Provided manager with cleanup procedures via email.

05-08-4

Detail 22537924

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

11-26-1

Detail 22537907

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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreements, they started signing during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

31B-02-4

Detail 22537920

Intermediate - Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site

53A-14-4

Detail 22537916

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef not knowing how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method. Coached chef on correct procedure.

14-01-5

Detail 22537922

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ice scoop with no handle inside ice machine.

50-09-4

Detail 22537910

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2023.

40-06-5

Detail 22537918

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker stored over preparation table at cook line.

14-11-5

Detail 22537914

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair and handle to white reach-freezer refrigerator in disrepair and reach-in door in disrepair at cook line.

51-13-4

Detail 22537915

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

24-08-4

Detail 22537908

Basic - Observed equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dishwashing area.

31B-04-4

Detail 22537909

Basic - Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at unisex bathroom.

16-46-4

Detail 22537923

Basic - Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

24-18-4

Detail 22537921

Basic - Observed silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at cook line.

36-27-5

Detail 22537917

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

Jun 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

31B-02-4

Detail 22060640

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at kitchen Hand wash sink. Replaced by manager. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 22060635

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

40-06-5

Detail 22060638

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

10-12-5

Detail 22060639

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. In use ice scoop on top of dusty ice machine. Moved by manager.

10-20-4

Detail 22060633

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle.

16-46-4

Detail 22060634

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 22060636

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed Single Service bowls on floor in dry goods.

08B-12-5

Detail 22060637

Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered foods in Bulk food containers. Beans, rices. Repeat Violation

Dec 5, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 16Total: 21

10-05-5

Detail 21608167

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water temperature at 87°F.

08A-02-6

Detail 21608168

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

16-37-1

Detail 21608177

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

31B-02-4

Detail 21608182

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 21608174

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 21608184

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

14-01-5

Detail 21608183

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the container of rice in the room with the air conditioner.. Repeat Violation

24-05-4

Detail 21608173

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice bucket not inverted. Observed dishes in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

24-06-4

Detail 21608181

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed the ice scoop on top of the ice machine.

36-73-4

Detail 21608180

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 21608175

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several large plastic containers with different products on the floor in the dry storage room.

36-24-5

Detail 21608176

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several missing tiles next to the oven.

14-69-4

Detail 21608166

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer across from the walk-in cooler.

10-08-5

Detail 21608165

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar.

10-20-4

Detail 21608171

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

23-03-4

Detail 21608169

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

16-46-4

Detail 21608172

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

08B-12-5

Detail 21608170

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed the rice and bean container open in the room with air conditioner. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 21608178

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a large pan of beef patties being thawed on a shelf. The employee moved it to the walk-in cooler.

36-27-5

Detail 21608179

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

02D-01-5

Detail 21608164

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles no labeled. Repeat Violation

Mar 23, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 11Total: 17

22-41-4

Detail 20952174

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0ppm.

03A-02-5

Detail 20952179

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler-lobster (49F - Cold Holding); Fish (50F - Cold Holding); octopus (51F - Cold Holding); Beef (48F - Cold Holding) Reach in cooler-Fish (54F - Cold Holding); seafood mix (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (48F - Cold Holding)

03B-01-6

Detail 20952182

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep counter in kitchen-plantains (126F - Hot Holding)

31A-09-4

Detail 20952187

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking hand sink at bar. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 20952178

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, at bar.

31B-03-4

Detail 20952186

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

14-01-5

Detail 20952183

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food (rice). Operator removed bowl. Corrected On-Site

24-05-4

Detail 20952185

Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.

36-73-4

Detail 20952173

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, inside walk in cooler.

38-07-4

Detail 20952177

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located above dishwashers.

05-09-4

Detail 20952176

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

23-03-4

Detail 20952172

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of spray nozzle soiled. Observed storage shelves soiled located across from walk in cooler.

29-49-6

Detail 20952180

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

08B-12-5

Detail 20952171

Basic - Stored food (rice, beans)not covered, inside dry storage room.

36-27-5

Detail 20952181

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease/food debris throughout kitchen.

29-17-4

Detail 20952175

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster.

02D-01-5

Detail 20952184

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces not labeled.

Jan 13, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

16-37-1

Detail 20785247

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 20785248

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. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Damaris Pineda, Jose F, Jose V, operator stated all employees are new, Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 20785249

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, stored on storage shelf above reach in cooler, and stored above steam table. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20785250

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 20785246

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 20785251

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall and floor. Observed floor in disrepair underneath oven. Observed tile missing off wall near cook line area. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed floor in disrepair underneath oven. Observed tile missing off wall near cook line area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 20785252

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of seasonings/spices not labeled stored inside containers in storage room. Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces inside reach in cooler not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces inside reach in cooler not labeled. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-13: Time Extended

Nov 12, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 11

16-37-1

Detail 20655351

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 20655353

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. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

24-05-4

Detail 20655349

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, stored on storage shelf above reach in cooler, and stored above steam table. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20655359

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 20655356

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 20655357

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 20655350

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall and floor. Observed floor in disrepair underneath oven. Observed tile missing off wall near cook line area. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed floor in disrepair underneath oven. Observed tile missing off wall near cook line area. Time Extended

21-04-4

Detail 20655358

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20655354

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spray hose soiled. Observed door handle on microwave soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed spray hose soiled. Observed door handle on microwave soiled. Time Extended

06-01-5

Detail 20655352

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef patties and frozen cooked beef defrosting at room temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed octopus defrosting in standing water. Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 20655355

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of seasonings/spices not labeled stored inside containers in storage room. Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces inside reach in cooler not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-12: Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces inside reach in cooler not labeled. Time Extended

Nov 1, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 3Basic: 12Total: 20

01D-01-5

Detail 20639229

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment serves swai fish raw, for the ceviche. Operator not able to provide any proof of parasite destruction.

08A-20-5

Detail 20639223

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef inside reach in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored above raw octopus inside walk in cooler. Observed raw octopus stored above cooked lobster inside walk in cooler.

03A-03-5

Detail 20639219

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs holding at room temperature.

03A-02-5

Detail 20639213

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table-diced ham (53°F - cold holding at room temperature ); raw bacon (49°F - cold holding at room temperature )

03B-01-6

Detail 20639230

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Underneath steam table-cooked octopus (83°F - hot holding at room temperature ); white rice (122°F - hot holding at room temperature ) Cook line-baked chicken (119°F - hot holding at room temperature )

31A-09-4

Detail 20639220

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking hand sink at bar. Also observed containers and cutting board stored inside hand wash sink at bar.

16-37-1

Detail 20639226

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

53B-01-5

Detail 20639216

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.

24-05-4

Detail 20639218

Basic - Clean bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, stored on storage shelf above reach in cooler, and stored above steam table.

50-09-4

Detail 20639231

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-09-4

Detail 20639215

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

36-73-4

Detail 20639214

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, in kitchen.

08B-47-4

Detail 20639228

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed beans and salt stored on the floor near dry storage room.

36-24-5

Detail 20639224

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall and floor. Observed floor in disrepair underneath oven. Observed tile missing off wall near cook line area.

10-20-4

Detail 20639227

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

21-04-4

Detail 20639212

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

31B-04-4

Detail 20639225

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at hand sink in kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 20639222

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spray hose soiled. Observed door handle on microwave soiled.

06-01-5

Detail 20639221

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef patties and frozen cooked beef defrosting at room temperature.

02D-01-5

Detail 20639217

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of seasonings/spices not labeled stored inside containers in storage room. Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces inside reach in cooler not labeled.