LIRA BEIRUT EATERY

Name: LIRA BEIRUT EATERY
Address: 2000 NW 2 AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33127, US
Rating: 0

2000 NW 2 AVE, MIAMI, FL 33127

License #2337742

🍽️ American ℹ️

0 Grade F / 100

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March 6, 2026 · 20 findings · 2 critical

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LIRA BEIRUT EATERY 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 16 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 6, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 264 total violations — 31 critical, 62 major, 171 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[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 and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of food debris at cooking fryer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[24-05-4] Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout coolers at kitchen.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Instructed employee on proper method.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hairnet.
[36-73-4] Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
[23-24-4] Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers door soiled at establishment.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Instructed employee on proper method.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hairnet.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout coolers at kitchen.
[16-21-4] Observed: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[23-24-4] Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers door soiled at establishment.
[36-34-5] Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[24-08-4] Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[36-73-4] Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
[22-02-4] Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[10-20-4] Observed: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[22-08-4] Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of food debris at cooking fryer.
[16-37-1] Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[22-31-4] Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[23-03-4] Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[24-05-4] Observed: Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[22-16-4] Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[12A-09-4] Observed: Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method.
[36-27-5] Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[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 and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hairnet.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout coolers at kitchen.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Instructed employee on proper method.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method. P
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area

Disposition: Warning Issued
[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 and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking coffee at cook line.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[08B-47-4] Observed container of cooking oil stored under handsink at kitchen located next to mop sink.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of food debris at cooking fryer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[24-05-4] Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[12A-05-4] Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink coffee then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Observed: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[23-24-4] Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers door soiled at establishment.
[36-34-5] Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[12B-02-4] Observed: Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking coffee at cook line.
[12A-05-4] Observed: Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink coffee then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.
[24-08-4] Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[36-73-4] Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
[08B-47-4] Observed: Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box with eggplants stored under handsink at kitchen located next to mop sink.
[22-35-5] Observed: Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
[22-02-4] Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[10-20-4] Observed: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[22-08-4] Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of food debris at cooking fryer.
[16-37-1] Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[51-16-7] Observed: 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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[31B-03-4] Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink located next to mop sink.
[22-31-4] Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[23-03-4] Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[24-05-4] Observed: Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[22-16-4] Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[02C-02-5] Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings stored in reach in cooler across cook line held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
[12A-09-4] Observed: Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method.
[01B-02-5] Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed branzino (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since previous day.
[03A-02-5] Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed branzino (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since previous day.
[36-27-5] Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
[08B-47-4] Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box with eggplants stored under handsink at kitchen located next to mop sink.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers door soiled at establishment.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking coffee at cook line.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of food debris at cooking fryer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line soiled
[24-05-4] Observed plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner at rack across cook line.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout establishment.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[12A-05-4] Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink coffee then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.
[22-35-5] Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without washing removing gloves nor washing hands. Instructed employee on proper method.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed branzino (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since previous day.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed branzino (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee since previous day.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve to stored plates at entrance of kitchen soiled.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink located next to mop sink.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings stored in reach in cooler across cook line held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Observe ice machine interior soiled in bar area.
[16-03-4] Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closer doors at female and male bathrooms.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled at kitchen exit.
[14-09-4] Observed white cutting board on cold prep station with cut marks.
[14-69-4] Observed ice buildup in one reach-in freezer at outside storage area to the left.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets inside kitchen area at: reach in cooler next to mop sink, reach in freezer next to prep area, and reach in cooler on cold prep station.
[25-05-4] Observed boxes of lids, plastic containers, and paper bags stored on floor at outside area storage.
[33-30-4] Observed boxes, garbage bags, and a wooden pallet on floor at dumpster enclosure.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled inside kitchen area at: next to three compartment sink, grill area, and prep area.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[22-31-4] Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filters at bar area with no service date.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-69-4] Observed ice buildup in one reach-in freezer at outside storage area to the left.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
[22-20-5] Observe ice machine interior soiled in bar area.
[33-30-4] Observed boxes, garbage bags, and a wooden pallet on floor at dumpster enclosure.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets inside kitchen area at: reach in cooler next to mop sink, reach in freezer next to prep area, and reach in cooler on cold prep station.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled inside kitchen area at: next to three compartment sink, grill area, and prep area.
[14-09-4] Observed white cutting board on cold prep station with cut marks.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closer doors at female and male bathrooms.
[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 and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed Plates not inverted stored at rack next to cook line at kitchen.
[08B-47-4] Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of lids, plastic containers, and paper bags stored on floor at outside area storage.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meat thawing no running water.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands. Instructed employee on proper methods.
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantros stored inside thank you bags at reach in cooler stored in outside shipping container.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[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 Carolina Garcia and Rolangi Sanchez working with no certificate.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[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 certificate for Oscar Mosquera.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filters at bar area with no service date.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Observe ice machine interior soiled in bar area.
[16-03-4] Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closer doors at female and male bathrooms.
[51-11-4] Observed CO tanks not secured at bar area next to ice machine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled at kitchen exit.
[14-09-4] Observed white cutting board on cold prep station with cut marks.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on top of reach in cooler a pair of employee sneaker.
[14-11-5] Observed reach in freezer outside restaurant with broken door.
[14-69-4] Observed ice buildup in one reach-in freezer at outside storage area to the left.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets inside kitchen area at: reach in cooler next to mop sink, reach in freezer next to prep area, and reach in cooler on cold prep station.
[25-05-4] Observed boxes of lids, plastic containers, and paper bags stored on floor at outside area storage.
[33-30-4] Observed boxes, garbage bags, and a wooden pallet on floor at dumpster enclosure.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled inside kitchen area at: next to three compartment sink, grill area, and prep area.
[29-37-4] Observed spray hose next to dish machine lower than flood rim.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
[31B-02-4] Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine.
[22-31-4] Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filters at bar area with no service date.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observe ice machine interior soiled in bar area.
[16-03-4] Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closer doors at female and male bathrooms.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler next to mop sink with food residue.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tanks not secured at bar area next to ice machine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled at kitchen exit.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cold prep station with cut marks.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on top of reach in cooler a pair of employee sneaker.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer outside restaurant with broken door.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on all reach-in freezers at kitchen area and outside storage area.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at entrance to bar area.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets inside kitchen area at: reach in cooler next to mop sink, reach in freezer next to prep area, and reach in cooler on cold prep station.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of lids, plastic containers, and paper bags stored on floor at outside area storage.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed cooked salmon inside reach in cooler next to mop sink not cover.
[33-30-4] Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed boxes and garbage bags on floor at dumpster enclosure.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled inside kitchen area at: next to three compartment sink, grill area, and prep area.
[22-41-4] 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. Observed dishwasher chlorine machine with chlorine 0 ppm concentration.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables on reach in cooler inside kitchen area next to mop sink and in reach in cooler outside kitchen.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked beef at cooling drawers at cook line.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observe frozen solid raw chicken not commercially packaged over commercially packaged lamb at reach-in freezer at storage area outside of kitchen. Coached chef on correct procedure.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed two containers of waraq one dated 09.19 andone dated 09.27 stored at reach-in cooler at outside storage area. As per chef, they were not frozen.
[01B-24-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed two containers of waraq one dated 09.19 and one dated 09.27 stored at reach-in cooler at outside storage area. As per chef, they were not frozen at any time.
[29-37-4] Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose next to dish machine lower than flood rim.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink next to dumpster with no vacuum breaker.
[53B-15-4] Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed chef not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. Coached chef on correct procedure.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink at cook line not accessible.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine.
[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 metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside.
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line.
[02B-02-5] Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for beef kebab. Provided advisory to manager via email.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filters at bar area with no service date.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed five tongs on oven door handle at the cook line. Operator removed immediately.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath red cutting board in kitchen prep area. Operator removed immediately.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloths around establishment not stored in quaternary sanitizing solution. Operator discarded cloths immediately.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles with oil and lemon juice not labeled near cook line. Operator placed correct labels immediately.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed male employee enter restroom with gloves on and exited with same gloves on. Operator coached employee to remove gloves once he is stepping out of kitchen to use restroom and wash hands once more when he re-enters kitchen.
[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. Provided form to operator.
[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/
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near bar area.
[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. Provided form to operator.
[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.