LE GENIE RESTAURANT

Name: LE GENIE RESTAURANT
Address: 178 NE 167 ST, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL, 33162, US
Rating: 45.9

178 NE 167 ST, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162

License #2317412

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45.9 Grade F / 100

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LE GENIE RESTAURANT in NORTH MIAMI BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 45.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 5 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on November 4, 2025. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 100 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 94 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on November 4, 2025 shows 13 observation rows: 2 critical, 5 major, and 6 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey thawing in ambient temperature in the kitchen under the steam table.
[16-08-4] Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed pots and pan in the establishment to big to fit in the 3 compartment sink.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed construction debris throughout the kitchen.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/1/25.
[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 Gerda hired more than 2 years with no employee training.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
[14-73-4] No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Observed establishment remodel inside the kitchen. The kitchen hand washing sink is no longer next to ice machine, it was installed between the kitchen entrance door and the dishwasher. Observed establishment added an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives tomorrow.
[53A-04-6] Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate.

Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey thawing in ambient temperature in the kitchen under the steam table.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives tomorrow.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/1/25.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed containers of Piklize and turkey wings stored on the floor in the kitchen.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new roll.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed soap.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[53A-05-6] No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6 employees engaged in food preparation with no manager certificate. Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (67F - Cold Holding); goat (71F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the reach in cooler, as per employee removed from reach in cooler 1 hour ago. Operator placed items into another reach in cooler.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 25+ live flies in the storage room laying on rice bags, cases of whole vegetables, containers of seasoning and single service items like napkins and foam to go containers.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Observed establishment remodel inside the kitchen. The kitchen hand washing sink is no longer next to ice machine, it was installed between the kitchen entrance door and the dishwasher. Observed establishment added an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed construction debris throughout the kitchen.

Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[16-08-4] Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed pots and pan in the establishment to big to fit in the 3 compartment sink.
[36-10-4] Walk in freezer and walk in cooler is under construction.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/1/25.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[14-73-4] No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed stored seasoning on top of preparation table with no cover.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed containers of Piklize and turkey wings stored on the floor in the kitchen.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey thawing in ambient temperature in the kitchen under the steam table.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 25+ live flies in the storage room laying on rice bags, cases of whole vegetables, containers of seasoning and single service items like napkins and foam to go containers.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives tomorrow.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed soap.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer
[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 Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (67F - Cold Holding); goat (71F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the reach in cooler, as per employee removed from reach in cooler 1 hour ago. Operator placed items into another reach in cooler.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new roll.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[53A-04-6] Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate.

Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door by the bathrooms with gap on the floor.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[02D-02-4] Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black beans, cornmeal, flour, rice and sugar stored in containers with no name label.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer and walk in cooler floor heavily 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 Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair in the kitchen.
[53A-04-6] Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the bathrooms and kitchen.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[14-09-4] Observed cutting board in the kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By handwashing sink and dishwasher and walk in freezer.
[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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, and walk in freezer with ambient temperature of 48F.

Disposition: Emergency order recommended
[02D-02-4] Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black beans, cornmeal, flour, rice and sugar stored in containers with no name label.
[14-09-4] Observed cutting board in the kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet cloths stored on top of prep tables.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator brought new paper towels.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork stored on the floor in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer and walk in cooler floor heavily soiled.
[53A-04-6] Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salted pollock (67F - Cold Holding); chicken sauce (65F - Cold Holding); pork sauce (65F - Cold Holding);; raw shell egg (70F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale issued
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door by the bathrooms with gap on the floor.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed 2 bug zappers on top of whole vegetables and soda cases in the storage room.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salted pollock (67F - Cold Holding); chicken sauce (65F - Cold Holding); pork sauce (65F - Cold Holding);; raw shell egg (70F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale issued
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo.
[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 chicken (47F - Cooling); cooked turkey (49F - Cooling); pork ear (49F - Cooling); cooked malanga (47F - Cooling); boiled crab legs (47F - Cooling); red snapper (47F - Cold Holding); oxtail (47F - Cooling) stored in the walk in freezer since yesterday morning, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
[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 Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the bathrooms and kitchen.
[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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, and walk in freezer with ambient temperature of 48F.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed cooked turkey and cooked chicken in the walk in freezer not covered.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By handwashing sink and dishwasher and walk in freezer.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 6+ live flies on the wall by the handwashing sink, 2 live flies on the wall by the walk in cooler. Observed approximately 100+ live flies in the storage room laying on top of whole vegetables like Yame, habanero peppers, dried spinach, malanga and green plantains. Observed approximately 150+ live flies flying in the storage room laying on single service items like foam containers and napkins. Observed approximately 50+ live flying insects laying on the storage shelves where mojo and different seasoning containers are stored.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat (127F - Hot Holding) on top of stove for less than 1 hour, as per operator. Operator turned on burner.
[53A-05-6] No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6 employees engaged in food preparation with no manager certification. Manager arrived.
[01B-36-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cooling); cooked turkey (49F - Cooling); pork ear (49F - Cooling); cooked malanga (47F - Cooling); boiled crab legs (47F - Cooling); red snapper (47F - Cold Holding); oxtail (47F - Cooling) stored in the walk in freezer since yesterday morning, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
[35A-09-4] Observed approximately 10+ dead flies in the reach in freezer.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair in the kitchen.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By dishwasher and prep area.

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