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Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
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11770 METRO PARKWAY A, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanada (122F - Hot Holding) in hot display case, educated operator on proper hot holding temperature. Operator increased the temperature of the hot case.
- 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 a copy to operator during inspection.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed door to mobile unit open during inspection, the operator closed the door.
- Food stored on floor. Observed box of plantains on floor of mobile unit.
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106 CORTEZ RD E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturers directions. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
- Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies.Observed food, paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces. Employees stated that when she entered the establishment the only thing that was covered and protected was the condiment station on fountain beverage line.
- Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee preparing food with bracelets on wrist. Employee removed.
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955 RIVERSIDE DR, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 9 Mahi Mahi filets thawed and stored in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging inside of walk in cooler. Manager discarded filets.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on bottom shelf of prep table next to Buffalo sauce on cook line. Manager corrected storage of bucket.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at bar with strainer inside of sink. Establishment using sink as dump sink. Manager removed strainer.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored in flour container. Manager removed scoop.
- 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 9 Mahi Mahi filets thawed and stored in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging inside of walk in cooler. Manager discarded filets.
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640 E 10 ST, PALMETTO · Manatee County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle of drive thru soda dispenser soiled.
- Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 6 inch by 3 inch hole on interior of mop sink wall.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior cabinet under soda dispenser in dining area soiled.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of walk in freezer door.
316 OLD MAIN ST, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed floor cleaner stored on floor next to cooking oil in front of walk in cooler.
- Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed triple sink sanitizer reading (Quaternary 500+ppm). Employee emptied and refilled Triple Sink and obtained new reading of (Quaternary 200ppm).
- 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 employee Jane P with expired food handler training on 6/30/2026. Other employee working in kitchen has active food handler training through Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff).
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on prep shelf touching seasoning containers.
- Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed self closing back door to kitchen left open during operation.
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5502 CORTEZ RD W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for their sink and surface sanitizer. Operator ordered some.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in their walk in freezer. Operator states he has a work order in for it.
1901 CORTEZ RD W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease..
1951 N HONORE AVE, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled their phone then clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed thier hands
- Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee handled a toasted bagel with their bare hands while plating the bagel. Employee discarded the bagel.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee handled a toasted bagel with their bare hands while plating the bagel. Employee discarded the bagel.
- Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw cold smoked salmon offered on the menu not identified as a raw/undercooked items.
- No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee placed soap at the hand wash sink.
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1951 N HONORE AVE, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw salmon in the walk in cooler. Manager placed the beef below the salmon.
- Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading 00ppm quaternary.. Owner replaced the sanitizer, new reading 300ppm quaternary.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over cooked noodles in the walk in cooler. Manager removed the ground beef.
- Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee cutting raw fish, then rinsing the knife and placing it in a container with clean utensils without being sanitized. Employee removed and sanitized all the utensils.
- Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a three compartment sink. Employee was informed and properly washed their hands in a hand washing sink.
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425 US 41 BYPASS N, VENICE · Sarasota County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meat and pasta Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
- Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed deli meats and commercial cheese in walk-in coolers employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior.
- No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. so sorry Im cutting boards at cook line pizza area.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris grease buildup on floor behind equipment at cooks line and heavy soil buildup in main walk path areas
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1442 W 49 ST, HIALEAH · Dade County
- 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/
- 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. Observe standing unit thermometer at 57 at kitchen area.
701 NW 119 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water heater pipe leaking. Manager called plumber.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease under cooking equipments.
3700 CURTISS PKY, MIAMI SPGS · Dade County
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer located near cook line.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
12001 NW 27 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
- On 7/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Cooked: chicken, pork held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside reach in cooler.
- On 7/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler shelves gasket in disrepair.
- On 7/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside the oven.
5006 W 12 AVE, HIALEAH · Dade County
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding) in standing unit, as per operator from previous day. Operator discarded during inspection. Observed cooked pork (51F - Cooling); cooked chicken (52F - Cooling) in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator from previous day. Operator discarded during inspection.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding) in standing unit, as per operator from previous day. Operator discarded during inspection.
- Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (51F - Cooling); cooked chicken (52F - Cooling) in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator from previous day. Operator discarded during inspection.
- Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed dry food stored on nonfood grade containers.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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1736 W 68 ST, HIALEAH · Dade County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Food stored on floor. Observed oil container, raw potatoes on kitchen floor.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
178 NE 167 ST, NORTH MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed oxtail (54F - Cold Holding); beef feet (52F - Cold Holding); blue crab (53F - Cold Holding); legume (54F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler since last night, as per operator. Stop sale issued. Observed piklize (74F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the reach in cooler in-the kitchen for less than 2 hours. Advise operator to put items inside the reach in cooler.
- 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.
- At the time of the callback observed 3 live flies on the wall in the storage room and 10+ flies laying on soda and juice cases.
- Observed 15+ dead flies in the gaskets of the reach in freezers in the storage room.
- 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.
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100 CHOPIN PLAZA, MIAMI · Dade County
- Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed kitchen cook, not changing gloves as needed.
- Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed most ready to eat foods inside walk in cooler not properly dated after open.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen can opener soiled.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
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8190 SW 8 ST STE 101, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked octopus (53F - Cold Holding); cachito ham and cheese (ham wrapped in dough) (56F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (57F - Cold Holding); Serrano ham croquettes (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (56F); raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding); lamb (52F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (53F - Cold Holding); ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); beef steaks (56F - Cold Holding); raw lobster tail (53F - Cold Holding); raw salmon fillet (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); sweet plantains (53F - Cold Holding); bread (53F - Cold Holding); fries (54F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in freezer. As per operator food was stored in walk in freezer the prior days. Observed white rice (47F - Cold Holding); congris rice (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese croquettes (47F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (48F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese empanadas (47F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (45F - Cold Holding); raw fish (46F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
- 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 cooked octopus (53F - Cold Holding); cachito ham and cheese (ham wrapped in dough) (56F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (57F - Cold Holding); Serrano ham croquettes (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (56F); raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding); lamb (52F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (53F - Cold Holding); ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); beef steaks (56F - Cold Holding); raw lobster tail (53F - Cold Holding); raw salmon fillet (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); sweet plantains (53F - Cold Holding); bread (53F - Cold Holding); fries (54F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in freezer. As per operator food was stored in walk in freezer the prior days. Observed white rice (47F - Cold Holding); congris rice (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese croquettes (47F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (48F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese empanadas (47F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (45F - Cold Holding); raw fish (46F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed wall mounted fan and exhaust hood filters soiled.
- 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 freezer not working and walk in cooler running at 59F
- Observed one door reach in cooler not working, located at front counter.
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112 W FLAGLER ST, MIAMI · Dade County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled across cook line.
- Observed Extensive rust and deterioration were observed on the undersides of multiple preparation tables in the kitchen area. One preparation table, located on the left side of the kitchen entrance across the cooking line, was improperly supported by a paint can. Additionally, two chest freezers had broken lids, and one reach-in cooler was non-operational. Observed handle and door at reach-in cooler next to cook line missing and in disrepair.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents at cook line soiled.
- Observed white Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable inside kitchen area and wood cutting boards located at front lobby area.
- Observed wall in disrepair throughout the entire kitchen, holes under three compartment sink. Also observed extensive gaps and holes throughout the establishment, gaps were observed at the floor/ wall juncture beneath multiples pieces of equipment, around the water heater, throughout the dry storage area (first and second floor), and along the walls
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3301 NE 1ST STE 101, MIAMI · Dade County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), as per employee less than 4 hours. Employee discarded and replace with new product. Observed cooked quinoa (66F - Cold Holding), as per employee is commercially processed and was stored inside prep table less than 3 hours. Employee put ice for rapid chill.
- Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed commercially processed bag of cooked chicken (112F - Reheating); being reheated at the air fryer. Advised employee to reheat at the correct temperature, employee put more time. Recheck ; cooked chicken (148F - Reheating).
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. By front counter.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed blue cutting boards at prep table. Employee discarded and replace with new one.
- Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS lids not inverted at front counter. Employee inverted.
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20445-47 OLD CUTLER RD, CUTLER BAY · Dade County
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored inside supermarket bag in the reach in freezer.
- 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 David Gil and Marcos Lopez. More than 2 months.
- Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled above front line. Also observed ac vent cover soiled inside the walk in cooler.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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732 41ST STREET, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over sauces inside walk in cooler. Chef inverted the .
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meatballs cooked bolognese and cooked sauces without date marking inside walk in cooler. Food was cooked on Tuesday 7/28.
- 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. Observed all employee trainings expired since
- Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Walk in freezer gaskets in disrepair.
- Establishment charging automatic gratuity/ operations charge without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill/ not visible or smaller than the letter size used for food items .
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1675 W 49 ST #1244, HIALEAH · Dade County
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damage sideboard tiles by 3 compartment sink.
- Hole in or other damage to wall.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
10201 HAMMOCKS BLVD APT#142, MIAMI · Dade County
- Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked garlic in honey (112F - Hot Holding), per operator Operator reheated cooked garlic in honey (167F - Reheating)
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hws in kitchen blocked by raw chicken in plastic bins.
- 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 to operator via email.
- Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor with least amount of food inside walk in cooler.
- Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed raw chicken inside plastic bins stored in front of hws, exposing to splash and possibly contamination zone.
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1800 NE 163 ST, NORTH MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
- Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to remember the calibration thermometer degree.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under soda fountain.
18710 S DIXIE HWY, MIAMI · Dade County
- In-use wet towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front counter. Employee removed the paper towel.
- No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by the walk in cooler area.
- Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the establishment.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
5899 NW 36 ST, VIRGINIA GARDENS · Dade County
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled across cook line.