CARIBE RESTAURANT 97TH AVENUE

Name: CARIBE RESTAURANT 97TH AVENUE
Address: 9712 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FL, 33165, US
Rating: 0

9712 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33165

License #2336455

🫔 Latin American ℹ️

0 Grade F / 100

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September 30, 2026 · 19 findings · 2 critical

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CARIBE RESTAURANT 97TH AVENUE in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 0 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 13 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 30, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 237 total violations — 39 critical, 18 major, 180 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[41-27-4] Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer was +500 ppm at the front counter. Operator adjusted to 100 ppm.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting above the 3 compartment sink.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled the kitchen area.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed meatballs inside the walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered it.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the bucket.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn across from the stove.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the front counter and the sandwich station.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife between the wall and the 3 compartment sink.Employee removed it.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
[53B-14-5] 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 food handler training for Osvaldo Rojas and Jadilly Valverde expired 05/2026
[10-06-5] In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle inside the foods at the steam table. Employee removed them.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar not identified at the front counter.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe under the hand wash sink at the front counter.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bucket with sanitizer stored inside at the front counter. Employee removed it.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed under the hand wash sink at the front counter.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed by the dry storage area/ mop sink area.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a tumbler stored above preparation table. Employee removed it.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-37-5] Observed ceiling not smooth at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area.
[36-34-5] Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area.
[24-27-4] Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen.
[36-73-4] Observed rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer.
[36-12-4] Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor, crates being used as a counter for meat slicer.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave.
[10-20-4] Observed in use tongs stored on a handle in the front counter near panini press.
[33-11-4] Missing for drain plugs for two dumpsters.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer and cooler.
[33-16-4] Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
[33-30-4] Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts.
[36-02-5] Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[32-01-5] Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Observed for both men and womans bathrooms.
[14-05-4] Observed cardboard used as lining on one shelf inside walk in cooler.
[36-37-5] Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area.
[36-32-5] Observed holes in the ceiling above wall in cooler.
[36-34-5] Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area.
[24-27-4] Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food.
[16-13-5] Observed basin next to sink counter housing clean glasses stored for air drying, being used as soap wash basin rather than sanitizer basin.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen.
[36-01-4] Observed behind the shelves and food bins at the dry storage area.
[36-73-4] Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer.
[36-12-4] Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor, crates being used as a counter for meat slicer.
[33-19-4] Observed gloves, plastic bags, single use utensils and cardboard box on the ground.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave.
[10-20-4] Observed in use tongs stored on a working cart handle at the cook line and also on a handle in the front counter near panini press.
[35B-02-4] Observed in use insect control device mounted above dishwashing machine.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters.
[23-03-4] Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
[33-30-4] Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts.
[36-02-5] Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer.
[14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood under the microwave shelf and shelves housing single use items inside the kitchen. Also observed in front cafeteria area housing cases of plastic water bottles.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line.
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
[03A-02-5] Observed flan (51F - Cold Holding); milk (56F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in front area. Ambient thermometer for unit reading at around 56°F. A stop sale was issued for these items.
[22-02-4] Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris on the blade. Observed soiled the exterior of food pans inside the walk in walk in freezer. Observed soiled working pots and pans inside the kitchen. Observe soiled food contact shelves in the kitchen area. Observed can opener and its housing soiled.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee hire six months ago per manager, with no food handler training.
[22-31-4] Observed surface rust on shelves housing clean equipment near 3 compartment sink.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior soiled for ice machine in front counter area, .
[32-01-5] Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Observed for both men and womans bathrooms.
[14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining shelves inside walk in cooler.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in the ceiling above wall in cooler.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area.
[24-27-4] Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots stored inverted on shelves near exit door.
[16-13-5] 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 basin next to sink counter housing clean glasses stored for air drying, being used as wash basin rather than sanitizer basin.
[22-14-5] Equipment and/or utensils in chilled room not cleaned at the frequency required based on the temperature of the room. Observed heavy black debris on the interior walls and ceiling inside the walk on cooler.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under neath the oven in the kitchen.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed behind the shelves and food bins at the dry storage area.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer.
[36-12-4] Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor.
[33-19-4] Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed gloves, plastic bags, single use utensils and cardboard box on the ground.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife store between counter and wall near the panini press in the front area.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store in a handle at the front counter next to panini press.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed stored above dishwashing machine.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed for light panel near mop sink Im dry storage food area.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer and cooler.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
[21-10-4] Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed two dry soiled wiping cloths on top of prep counter and also observed on clean food equipment on shelving unit near back door.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered cooked whole ham inside the walk in cooler.
[33-30-4] Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer.
[14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood under the microwave shelf and shelves housing single use items inside the kitchen. Also observed in front cafeteria area housing cases of plastic water bottles.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line.
[03D-01-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed ham (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator the ham was cooked last night. Ham did not cooler properly. A stop sale was issued.
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed being used for food items inside walk in cooler.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above ready to eat picadillo.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored next to raw fish inside the walk in cooler.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ham (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator the ham was cooked last night. Ham did not properly cool down.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flan (46F - Cold Holding); milk (49F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in front area.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris on the blade. Observed soiled the exterior of food pans inside the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed soiled working pots and pans inside the kitchen. Observe soiled food contact shelves in the kitchen area. Observed can opener and its housing soiled.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee hire six months ago per manager, with no food handler training.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves housing clean equipment near 3 compartment sink.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl used as a scoop for marinara sauce in the reach in cooler inside kitchen area. Operator removed the plastic container.
[14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining shelves inside walk in cooler.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile on top of cooking line soiled.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board soiled and with cut marks next to reach in cooler inside kitchen area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in freezer door in disrepair.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed on top of three compartment sink a plastic container cracked. Operator threw the container in the trash.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between the wall and three compartment sink.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil in rice bin with handle improperly placed inside container.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container used to scoop white rice in water at 84 F in the steam table inside the kitchen. Operator removed it.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash station located near front counter in disrepair. Operator called technician to have it repaired.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in freezer shelves rusted.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles in cooking line with no labels. Operator added labels to each bottle.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding) inside walking cooler in cooler. As per operator, product was made yesterday. Operator threw away product.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of W40 improperly placed on top of prep area next to reach in cooler. Operator removed it.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connection at the mop sink with no vacuum breaker.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles behind hood soiled with grease. Observed vents at walk in cooler soiled.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards grooved.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear screen door.
[36-12-4] Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor at walk in cooler not smooth and easily cleaned.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water knob at handwashing sink located at front counter in poor repair.
[14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden shelves at dry storage area.
[03D-02-5] Observed COOKED LAMB (51F - Cooling) COOKED OX TAIL (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler,, as per manager more than six hours.
[01B-02-5] Observed SLICED HAM (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. Observed COOKED LAMB (51F - Cooling) COOKED OX TAIL (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler,, as per manager more than six hours.
[03D-07-5] 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 RAW STEAK (51F - Cooling); DICED HAM AND CHEESE (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles behind hood soiled with grease. Observed vents at walk in cooler soiled.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards grooved.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear screen door.
[36-12-4] Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor at walk in cooler not smooth and easily cleaned.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor at walk in freezer
[10-01-5] 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 handle touching non TCS rice. Manager placed scoop handle correctly.
[10-17-4] In-use utensil stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed utensils stored in between station. Manager removed items.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water knob at handwashing sink located at front counter in poor repair.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of triple door reach in cooler at kitchen area soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection. Observed interior of reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris. Observed shelves of reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris
[29-20-5] Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed handwashing sink next to triple sink clogged and slow draining.
[14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden shelves at dry storage area.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor behind small prep table next to pizza oven soiled with grease.
[22-42-4] Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed triple sink chlorine 200plus ppm at ware washing area. Employee diluted solution with a final reading of 100ppm.
[03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed COOKED BEEF (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than six hours.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed RAW SALMON (46F - Cold Holding); RAW CHURRASCO (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation station across from fryers, as per manager more than six hours. Observed COOKED BEEF (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than six hours. Observed RAW STEAK (51F - Cooling); DICED HAM AND CHEESE (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed RAW SALMON (46F - Cold Holding); RAW CHURRASCO (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation station across from fryers, as per manager more than six hours.
[03D-07-5] 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 RAW STEAK (51F - Cooling); DICED HAM AND CHEESE (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[16-03-4] Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.
[28-02-4] Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed back area wall next to walk in freezer
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of the microwaves soiled.
[38-07-4] Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In the storage area.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed front area reach in cooler soiled
[33-34-4] Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed back area storage not maintained clean and organized with old equipments, tables.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen, storage, back area.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented can of Garbanzo beans in the storage area.
[35A-02-6] Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flies in the storage area.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cooked beef.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-23-4] Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed heavy accumulation of grease on ceiling at fryer area.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair.
[28-02-4] Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line and sandwich preparation area.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps at sides of back exit screened door.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed glue trap hung over produce at dry storage area.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover heavily soiled with dust.
[35A-06-4] Observed accumulation of dead flying insects in glue trap above produce at dry storage area.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line.
[29-20-5] Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and sandwich area.
[21-07-4] Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm at front line. Employee replenished solution with chlorine. final reading, 50ppm.
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked boniato (53F - Cold Holding); milk (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for more than 4 hours.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked boniato (53F - Cold Holding); milk (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for more than 4 hours.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance at front counter. Manager began removing debris.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at front line.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead flying insects in control devices.
[16-15-4] Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled.
[16-23-4] Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation and sandwich areas.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer soiled with accumulated food debris.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed beans and rice lids with cracks, leaving food exposed.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near walk in freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of plastic squeeze bottles soiled near oven. Observed heavy accumulation of old food debris between fryer and grill. Observed storage rack near dish machine soiled.
[35B-03-4] Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection. Employee closed door.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of single service cups stored on floor at dry storage area.
[36-50-4] Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with food debris at preparation area above spices. Also observed ceiling vents soiled with black substance at kitchen.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cutting board at preparation area. Manager removed cloth.
[03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day.
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed cook begin to prepare bacon, no hand wash. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish at reach in cooler at preparation area.
[01B-02-5] 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 soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice with beans (111F - Hot Holding); rice (109F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee increased steam table temperature. Observed cooked onion (82F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to reheat to 165F.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
[03D-15-4] Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed soup with sausage cooling inside closed container. Coached manager on proper cooling procedures.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with black stains near microwave. Observed can opener blade soiled.