Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
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EL MOLCAJETES
901 10TH ST E, PALMETTO · Manatee County
Jul 29, 2026
4
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of dry tortilla flour not labeled. Operator label container.
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in direct contact with ice. Operator removed ice scoop.
- Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lined shelves on dry storage shelf near cook line. Operator removed cardboard.
- Missing drain plug at dumpster.
NONNA'S PIZZA AND RESTAURANT LLC
7604 CORTEZ RD W STE 10, BRADENTON · Manatee County
Jul 29, 2026
1 2 6
- Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine improperly stored with their dry goods. Operator removed them.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed their cook line microwave with debris buildup.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the womens restroom.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups buried in seasoning containers. Operator removed them.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items improperly stored in their kitchen. Operator removed them.
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WINGSTOP
3553 1 ST E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
Jul 29, 2026
2
- Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.observed in main kitchen area soiled paper lining under single service containers. Person in charge removed and cleaned shelf.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on food dry storage employee personal belongings with food in dry storage. Person in charge removed.
WHISKEY JOE'S BAR & GRILL
5313 19 ST E, ELLENTON · Manatee County
Jul 29, 2026
3 1 3
- Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment using lime juice for ceviche containing shrimp and scallops instead of heat. Establishment was unable to show proof of parasite destruction form.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Tuna that was commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging fully thawed inside packaging and stored in walk in cooler. Chef discarded tuna.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter being utilized on mop sink faucet without vacuum breaker attached. Manager attached vacuum breaker.
- Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment using lime juice for ceviche containing shrimp and scallops instead of heat. Item on menu does not have indicator identifying it as raw.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored in panko rolling container. Manager removed scoop.
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BUFFALO WILD WINGS GO
5425 14 ST W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
Jul 29, 2026
1 1
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled observed in back kitchen area. Person in charge stated it was all purpose cleaner and labeled accordingly.
- Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
SAN DIEGO MEXICAN RESTAURANT Y TAQUERIA INC
219 SW PARK ST, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
Jul 29, 2026
2 4 6
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
- No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Operator was educated and set up triple sink correctly.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing as a dump sink at dishwasher.
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FAT JOHNNYS
202 NE 2ND ST. , SUITE 10, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
Jul 29, 2026
2 3
- 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/ S.Tindall 12/28/20
- Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink one at right corner is water heater is out of order. Operator provided proof that parts for hot water heater were ordered: 7 /28. The one on the left corner is tested at 87 F. Water was being boiled and tested at 212 F. Mens and womens restrooms tested at 88 F
- Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operators put beard guards on.
- Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
- Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises at back area. Operator stated his junk man will remove by weekend.
SANTA FE 3
201 SW 5TH AVE, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
Jul 29, 2026
2 3 1
- Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
- Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ketchup. Operator removed Raw shell eggs and stored correctly.
- Observed: 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: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
- Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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WINGS ETC
415 US HWY 41 BYP N, VENICE · Sarasota County
Jul 29, 2026
1 1
- Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed copper cups used at bar. Operator removed copper cups from use.
- Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
NONNO UMBERTO ITALIAN SEAFOOD AND STEAKHOUSE
22 S BLVD OF THE PRESIDENTS, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
Jul 29, 2026
1 5 1
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In shell fresh mussels stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line with no shell tag. Chef discarded the mussels. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged sea bass stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Chef discarded the sea bass.
- Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Employee handled their phone then clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed thier hands
- No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. In shell fresh mussels stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line with no shell tag. Chef discarded the mussels.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked lasagna stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line with no date mark. Chef started the lasagna was cooked on 7/27. Chef placed a date mark on the lasagna.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Strainers stored in the hand wash sink next to the cook line. Chef removed the strainer.
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DARRELLS RESTAURANT
215 TAMIAMI TRAIL SOUTH, VENICE · Sarasota County
Jul 29, 2026
4 6 11
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled cinnamon honey butter on dry storage shelf in prep area at 73F prepared the morning prior. Observed mashed potatoes in walk-in cooler at 51F prepared the prior day. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hard boiled cinnamon honey butter on dry storage shelf in prep area at 73F prepared the morning prior. Observed mashed potatoes in walk-in cooler at 51F prepared the prior day. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
- Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed mashed potatoes in walk-in cooler at 51F prepared the prior day more than 6 hours. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler over cheeses, soups and mashed potatoes.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink by dishwasher area full of pans. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
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RAFFURTYS BAR AND GRILL
1888 MAIN ST, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
Jul 29, 2026
1 1
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit for the three compartment sink.
- Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on top of and on the ground next to the grease receptacle.
CROISSANT & CO
525 TAMIAMI TRL UNIT 501, VENICE · Sarasota County
Jul 29, 2026
3 1 6
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hard boiled eggs in make table cooler at 55F cold holding. Operator stated the eggs were in cooler since the prior day. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs I make table cooler at 55F employee stated eggs were prepared the day before. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container of hard boiled eggs.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed worker using hand wash sink to fill cleaning buckets.
- Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
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THE WAGYU BAR
2257 CORAL WAY, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1 3 2
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stand up reach in coolers by the coffee area: raw shell eggs stored above cheese. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Observed the operator over the raw shell eggs to a bottom shelf.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Room with multiple stand up reach in coolers.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times room with the standup refrigerators: hand washing sink blocked by a chest reach in freezer.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Shelf by the three compartment sink: spray bottle with degreaser not labeled.
- No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
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TAQUERIAYPUPUSERIA 2
445 NW 12 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
3 2
- 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.
- 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. Jennifer Mendoza. The employees were hired more than 60 days.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling at the front counter area.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar. Operator labels during inspection.
BAWARCHI BIRYANI MIAMI
10720 W FLAGLER ST UNIT #15, SWEETWATER · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1 9
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
- Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls not inverted at prep area. Operator inverted bowls.
- Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- Food stored on floor. Observed containers with cooked chicken, tofu and sauces stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. Operator stored food containers on shelves more than six inches above the floor.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasonings no labeled with name.
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MCDONALD OF PALMETTO
7405 NW 36 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled by cook line. Operator cleaned it.
EL PALACIOS DE LOS FRIJOLES
1736 W 68 ST, HIALEAH · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1 2 6
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (45F - Cold Holding); raw pork (45F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler, pork belly (51F - Cold Holding); in open lid reach in cooler for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator replaced the food items to a reach in freezer.
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple dirty dishes in hand sink located at the front area. Operator removed it.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under three compartment sink.
- Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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EL TAMALITO CUBANO RESTAURANT
1093-1095 W 29 ST, HIALEAH · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
2 2 3
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn cream soup (53F - Cold Holding) on preparation table,as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquettes (128F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator proceeded to reheated.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on standing unit.
- No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area, operator restocked during inspection.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on beans container at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
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CASOLA'S PIZZERIA AND SUB SHOP
2437 SW 17 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
3 1 7
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on a table by the cookline: raw seasoned chicken (66F - Cold Holding). As per operator, placed on the table 45 minutes ago, for the rush hour) Inspector discussed the proper procedures with the operator. Also discussed time as a public health control to the operator provided the form. Operator placed the raw chicken inside the reaching cooler
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Delivery walk in cooler: chicken salad dated 7/18. Operator discarded during the inspection.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Delivery walk in cooler: chicken salad dated 7/18.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on the flip top reach in cooler.
- Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Main walk in cooler.
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SANG'S CHINESE FOOD
1925 NE 163 ST, NORTH MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
4 5 13
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground pork stored over radish in reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Observed raw duck and raw chicken stored over cooked chicken and vegetables at walk in cooler. Employee rearranged products.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (67F - Cold Holding) at room temperature near 3 compartment sink. Employee took product to walk in cooler. Observed noodles (48F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per manager, for less than 3 hours. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line. As per manager, since the previous day.
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw pork Stored in the walk in cooler.
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot and sour soup (106F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per employee, less than 2 hours. Employee took product to reheat to 165F.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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SUBWAY 62562
2545 NW 42ND AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above front counter soiled with dust debris.
PUPUSERIA SALVADORENA
10929 SW 186 STREET, CUTLER RIDGE · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
2 3
- Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed washed oranges stored in dirty box at the front counter.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese and tamales.
- Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as scoop inside the maseca.
- Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed milk containers reuse to store beverages.
MARY'S CAFE CORPORATION
2542 SW 27 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
2 3
- 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 expired for Mireya, Yusleidy, Ismaray, Gisela, Belkys, Maribel and Sandra expired 3/13/2026.
- Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
- Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for trays on top of hot box. Operator inverted.
- Open dumpster lid.
- Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up
HUNGRY BEAR SUB SHOP
3399 NW 72 AVE # 112, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1 2
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles with heavy soiled.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
- Food stored on floor. Observed cases case of vegetables, drinks stored on the walk in cooler floor.
DENNY REST 9596
12000 N KENDALL DR, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
6
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of stove burner soiled, gaskets on reach in cooler soiled.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook at kitchen no hair restraint used while preparing food.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside small prep refrigerated table at kitchen.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ware washing area.
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NAOMI'S GARDEN RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
650 NW 71 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
1 3
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near front line. Observed cutting board with black stains at preparation cooler across from front line. Observed oven mitts heavily soiled with old food debris at cook line. Manager discarded item.
- Observed hole in wall at front line. Observed dole in ceiling near AC unit near front line.
- Observed water leaking from AC vent onto floor near front line.
- Observed heavy accumulation of used equipment outside in gated area near back door.
SHALOM RESTAURANT
301 PALM AVE, HIALEAH · Dade County
Jul 28, 2026
4 1 10
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under three compartment sink at kitchen area.
- Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach on the floor behind preparation table next to hand wash sink at kitchen area. Also observed approximately 1 live roach on the floor behind vegetables reach in cooler at kitchen area.
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken container stored over raw beef container inside meats reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee stored raw chicken container under raw beef container.
- Three compartment sink sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm) at front counter. Employee at more water to sanitizing solution during inspection Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
- 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 no employee health agreement for Antonia R. As per operator hired 3 weeks ago. Provided and printed form to operator. Employee and operator signed during inspection.
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