FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT

Name: FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT
Address: 1209 NW 9 AVE, FLORIDA CITY, FL, 33034, US
Rating: 6.9

1209 NW 9 AVE, FLORIDA CITY, FL 33034

License #2334779

6.9 Grade F / 100

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February 9, 2026 · 18 findings · 4 critical

Routine - Food

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FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT in FLORIDA CITY currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 6.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on February 9, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 164 total violations — 21 critical, 43 major, 100 minor.

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Disposition: Warning Issued
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler across oven in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler near the triple sink used as storage.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Observed ice buildup at ice cream reach in freezer located in the back kitchen area.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of handwash sink at kitchen soiled with food debris and grease.
[29-20-5] Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at handwash sink located in the kitchen.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind cooking equipments and reach in freezer. Observed wall at triple sink soiled with food debris.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at faucet at the triple sink.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container of sugar not label at shelves near white chest freezer. Observed blue container of flour not labeled in the kitchen.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves to marinate raw chicken and plate food to serve to customers. No handwash. Coach employee.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants expired since October 1, 2025.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce. Coach manager.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in cooler across fryers soiled. Manager started cleaning reach in cooler.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at kitchen blocked with filter tank.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwash sink located in the kitchen. Observed no soap in the womans bathroom.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave exterior soiled.
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter out of service.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil on floor in dining area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup in all freezers.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled.
[36-64-5] Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odor in kitchen near warewash.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.observed old spice containers reused for other seasonings.
[14-20-4] Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under flat top.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of lids on floor at front counter.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area; soiled walls.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken wings over raw shrimp. Operator fixed order during inspection.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
[11-27-4] 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 poster or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves at dry food storage.
[31B-05-4] Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink; paper towels unable to be used.
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for 1 employee; Kamiul.

Disposition: Emergency order recommended
[14-09-4] Observed at white cutting board at front counter.
[32-05-4] Observed womens restroom in disrepair.
[32-07-4] Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in any unit until the units are repaired. Observed all coolers in establishment not maintaining proper temperatures.
[14-11-5] Also observed all reach in coolers in establishment maintaining an ambient temperature of above 50F.
[51-09-4] Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8
[51-15-4] Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at customer bathroom
[23-03-4] Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen
[36-64-5] Observed objectionable odor throughout entire establishment.
[29-08-4] Observed water leaking from three compartment sink into metal container
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at all reach in coolers.
[25-05-4] Observed to go containers and sugar stored on floor in dining area
[21-12-4] Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in kitchen.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 40 rodent dropping behind reach in freezer in kitchen area. Also observed over 40 rodent droppings on preparation table next to raw chicken in kitchen area. Also observed 10 rodent droppings on glass plates on preparation table and observed 10 on dry storage shelf with onions, and powder beverage in kitchen area.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove soiled with old food debris and grease.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocker by fan.
[32-11-5] Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
[31B-02-4] Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout entire establishment.
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products
[31B-03-4] Observed at customer bathroom.
[31B-05-4] Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair

Disposition: Emergency order recommended
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leaking from three compartment sink into metal container.
[32-05-4] Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed womens restroom in disrepair.
[32-07-4] Bathroom facility not clean. Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in any unit until the units are repaired. Observed all coolers in establishment not maintaining proper temperatures.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at front counter.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in kitchen behind reach in freezer. Also observed 3 dead roaches in rat trap near 3 compartment sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 dead roach near reach in freezer chest in kitchen area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed hood filters broken in kitchen. Also observed all reach in coolers in establishment maintaining an ambient temperature of above 50F.
[51-09-4] Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8.
[51-15-4] Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at customer bathroom
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen
[36-64-5] Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor throughout entire establishment.
[12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee water bottle in reach in cooler.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at all reach in coolers.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed chicken stored in reach in cooler uncovered.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in kitchen.
[41-05-4] Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 1 bottle of raid stored in dry storage area.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 40 rodent dropping behind reach in freezer in kitchen area. Also observed over 40 rodent droppings on preparation table next to raw chicken in kitchen area. Also observed 10 rodent droppings on glass plates on preparation table and observed 10 on dry storage shelf with onions, and powder beverage in kitchen area.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch phone then proceed to cook
[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 Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken Gizzards (50F); Chicken (52F - Hot Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken Gizzards (50F); Chicken (52F - Hot Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove soiled with old food debris and grease.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocker by fan.
[27-24-5] Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 3CS reaching temperature of 72F.
[32-11-5] Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
[27-06-4] No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed 3CS reaching temperature of 72F.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout entire establishment.
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at customer bathroom.
[31B-05-4] Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors do not closed properly.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the water.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 reach in cooler at the front,one of them not working and the other it is not maintaining the proper temperature. Gaskets are torn.
[51-09-4] Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 19 seats but the license is for 8.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container stored on the floor.
[08B-42-4] Food stored outside. Observed a reach in freezer stored next to the coin machines not locked. Operator was advised to locked food to prevent contamination.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall behind 3 compartment sink.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-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 a cup used as scoop inside the sugar.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom of reach in cooler soiled.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken in standing water at the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how to that food.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.observed at the reach in cooler.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the floor.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container not identified.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee was coached to wash hands before putting on gloves.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed sausage stored above ice inside the reach in freezer.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed grit (115 F - Cold Holding); sausage (115 F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per employee foods were not for sale. Foods were left over from breakfast. Stop sale was issued.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (50 F - Cold Holding) as per employee for less than 4 hours. Employee placed chicken wings inside another reach in cooler.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grit (115 F - Cold Holding); sausage (115 F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per employee foods were not for sale. Foods were left over from breakfast. Stop sale was issued.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection at the mop sink.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Form was provided to operator.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both bathrooms.
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form was provided to operator.