Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
All data sourced from the Florida DBPR. The InspectFL Health Score is our own calculation — not an official government rating. Visit our food safety page to learn how violations affect your health, or view the official inspection report at myfloridalicense.com.
1580 BLVD OF THE ARTS, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. House made vegetable soup stored in the display reach in cooler in the front counter area with no date mark. Chef started the soup was prepared on site on 10/5. Chef placed a date marked on the soup.
- Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employees training expired on 9/8/26
- Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Packaged house made vegetable soup stored in the display reach in cooler in the front counter area with no label. Owner placed a date mark on the soup.
- Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect light stored on top of the microwave oven on the cook line. Owner removed the insect light.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All shelves on the cook line soiled.
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3250 DESOTO RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Owner removed the can opener to be sanitized.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Food container stored in the hand wash sink. Owners removed the food container.
9118 BIRD RD, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control Can be determined. Establishment opens at 11:00 AM.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bathroom.
- No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee preparing dough at the front counter and a cell phone was stored next to it. Employee removed it.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bin with flour not labeled.
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10901 SW 24 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
- Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at reach in cooler at kitchen.
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
6928 COLLINS AVE, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut ham (50F - Cold Holding) inside mini reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator placed it inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose bibb located on the wall at dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in front of hand wash sink at kitchen area. Observed gasket cleaned at the time of inspection.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled at kitchen area. Operator cleaned during inspection.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor on dishwasher area at kitchen area.
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9090 SW 97 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor throughout kitchen. Operator cleaned floor during inspection.
10600 SW 8 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside warmer seasoned cooked chicken (119F - Hot Holding), placed 1 hours ago ago ago. Operator placed cooked seasoned chicken on top of stove to reheat.
- Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster lid.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside veggie walk in cooler.
3458 SW 8 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ware wash area, stand-up reach in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above containers with sauces. Discussed with the operator, the proper storage of food and provided the handout. Operator moved the raw shell eggs to a lower shelf in the reach in cooler.
- Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Ware wash area.
- Hole in or other damage to wall. By the three compartment sink in the ware wash area.
19003 BISCAYNE BLVD, AVENTURA · Dade County
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Advised manager and she instructed all employees to put on hairnets.
- Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
- Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Advised manager and she discarded.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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22 NE 15 ST, HOMESTEAD · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding) at reach In cooler near cook line, as operator for less than an hour.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed yellow rice at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 2 days. Advised operator to label product.
- In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at floor container at storage behind kitchen.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at vegetable container in the walk in cooler.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed white reach in freezer near walk in cooler in disrepair.
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7202 SW 8 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at cooking line.
- During the callback inspection observed 4 doors reach in cooler in not working.
- Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation table.
- Hole in or other damage to wall. By the ice machine, located at front counter.
10759 SW 56 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food inside the reach in cooler cooked over 24 hours ago not date marked. Manager date marked the food.
- Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the kitchen are and front counter.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
- Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at the 3 compartment sink.
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4201 NW 36 ST, MIAMI SPRINGS · Dade County
- 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 via email to operator.
- 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 via email to operator.
- Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing by kitchen area.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handsinks throughout establishment.
10404 W FLAGLER ST 9, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on container with ice front counter area Individually packed salads coleslaw (65F - Cold Holding), and cheese curd on top of cooler according to operator placed 90 minutes ago, cheese curd (64F - Cold Holding) operator added ice to container for rapid chill. And placed cheese curd inside reach in cooler,
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steamer area front counter cooked beef patties (112F - Hot Holding); enchiladas (118F - Hot Holding), according to manager placed 1 hours ago ago, operator placed food items on fryer to reheat. 20 minutes after, second temperature, cooked beef patties (172F - Hot Holding); enchiladas (168F - Hot Holding)
- Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing hands with gloves on, and proceed to handle clean utensils. Coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use.
- Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) operator prepared new sanitizer solution, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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2500 SW 107 AVE STE 1, MIAMI · Dade County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen by three compartment.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment gaskets.
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1551 SW 107 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle inside hand wash sink. Operator removed spray bottle.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in cooler door torn.
- Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at preparation area by 3 compartment sink sink, sanitizer bucket stored inside on the floor, employee stored 6 inches above the floor.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside prep pizza reach in cooler.
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7367 NW 36 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple task without changing nor washing hands.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled throughout kitchen, walk in cooler, walk in freezer and preparation area.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler. Observed reach in cooler soiled throughout reach in coolers and reach in freezer.
- Observed ceviche stored at reach in cooler at kitchen not covered.
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11800 SW 147 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the buffet and grab and go area ham and cheese sandwich (50F - Cold Holding); tofu (42F - Cold Holding); eggs (42F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); Observed salmon (46F - Cold Holding); raw burger (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (59F - Cold Holding) at the front counter station. Observed salsa (47F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (56F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (56F - Cold Holding); tomato paste (68F - Cold Holding); cooked green peppers (80F - Cold Holding) sitting at the prep counters.
- Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose in disrepair and fell inside the water level at 3CS.
- Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 6lb dented can of marinara sauce.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed gallon bottle lime scale solution stored above prep area and sink.
- Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on metal carts holding clean food pans.
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900 OCEAN DR, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in walk-in cooler, tuna thawed in original ROP packaging.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table soiled with food debris.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf at dishwashing area, wet nesting, employer, removed all stack containers, and began air drying them.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at salad station a wet wiping cloth not stored and sanitizing solution.
- 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. See stop sale. Observed in walk-in cooler, tuna thawed in original ROP packaging.
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850 OCEAN DR, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed several employees not washing their hands prior to placing gloves on.
- Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm) at prep table. Chef diluted solution with a final reading of 200ppm.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at cook line with deep groove marks and not easily cleaned.
- Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep table at kitchen area. Chef removed bug zapper.
10695 BIRD RD, MIAMI · Dade County
- No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided.
- Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing some grout throughout the establishment.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed byte ice machine.
1001 SW 67 AVE STE 105, WEST MIAMI · Dade County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
- Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
330 W 9TH ST STE #2, HIALEAH · Dade County
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation and not changing gloves at cook line. Coached employee on proper procedure. Employee washed hands before putting new gloves on at the time of inspection.
- 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 4 employees and no certified food manager present at the time of inspection.
- 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. Observed employee Wagner G. with no proof of employee health agreement at the time of inspection. As per person in charge working for a month. Provided and printed for operator. Employee signed during inspection.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area. Employee removed it during inspection.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area.
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2900 NW 12 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed corn tortillas inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed and stored in metal container.
- Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men bathroom. Manager provided during inspection.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager certificate is expired Waldy Hernandez 06-13-2026.
- Food stored on floor. Observed case of water being stored on the floor in dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
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450 NW 42 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans guard soiled.