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MCDONALD'S # 12119

14805 TAMIAMI TRAIL, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County

Employees engaging in food preparation without hair restraints, beard guards, or with prohibited jewelry/nail polish.
Standing water in coolers, leaking pipes, missing vacuum breakers on mop sinks or hose bibbs, plumbing in disrepair.
Findings related to marked exits — paths to exits blocked, or exit doors locked when occupied.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT

850 UNIVERSITY PKWY, SARASOTA · Sarasota County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food, food stored on the floor, food stored uncovered, and improper storage by minimum cooking temperature.
No chemical test kit available for the sanitizer in use; dishmachine maintenance issues, label residue on cleaned containers, lime scale buildup.

1097 TAMIAMI TRL N, NOKOMIS · Sarasota County

Spray bottles of toxic substances unlabeled, chemicals improperly stored, sanitizer above maximum allowed concentration, medicine improperly stored.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
Improper thawing methods for TCS food, and labeling/handling issues for commercially processed reduced-oxygen-packaged fish.
Equipment and utensils stored wet (wet nesting), stored uninverted, or stored in dirty drawers/racks after cleaning.

13665 TAMIAMI TRL, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County

No proof of state-approved employee training; employee training expired or not available; no certified food manager on duty when required.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.

BOCCA LUPO COAL FIRED PIZZA

4301 AIDAN LANE, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County

Stop Sale orders issued on food found unsafe to serve — temperature abuse, unsound condition, dented cans, expired ready-to-eat food, and shellfish tagging issues.
Ready-to-eat TCS food not properly date marked, working containers not labeled with common name, and menu disclosure issues for raw/undercooked foods.
Food-contact surfaces soiled with debris, mold-like substance, or slime; ice machine interiors with mold; dishmachine sanitizer at improper concentration.
Handwash sink water not at the required minimum 85°F, no hot running water at three-compartment sink, or insufficient water pressure.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
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NORTH PORT SUBS

13672 TAMIAMI TRL, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County

Live insects, roach activity, rodent droppings, or other pest evidence; exterior door gaps that admit pests.
No chemical test kit available for the sanitizer in use; dishmachine maintenance issues, label residue on cleaned containers, lime scale buildup.

THE BREAKFAST COTTAGE

2301 N TAMIAMI TRL, NOKOMIS · Sarasota County

Spray bottles of toxic substances unlabeled, chemicals improperly stored, sanitizer above maximum allowed concentration, medicine improperly stored.
Operating with an expired DBPR license, license not displayed, license decals missing on mobile units, or operating without a license.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
No proof of state-approved employee training; employee training expired or not available; no certified food manager on duty when required.
Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution; wiping-cloth sanitizer (chlorine or quaternary ammonium) below required minimum strength.

1580 LAKEFRONT DR UNIT 101, SARASOTA · Sarasota County

No proof of state-approved employee training; employee training expired or not available; no certified food manager on duty when required.
Standing water in coolers, leaking pipes, missing vacuum breakers on mop sinks or hose bibbs, plumbing in disrepair.

BLU KOUZINA UTC

295 N CATTLEMEN RD UNIT 4, SARASOTA · Sarasota County

Ready-to-eat TCS food not properly date marked, working containers not labeled with common name, and menu disclosure issues for raw/undercooked foods.
Establishment lacks documented procedures for employee health reporting, response to vomiting/diarrhea events, or person-in-charge knowledge of foodborne illness.
No proof of state-approved employee training; employee training expired or not available; no certified food manager on duty when required.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
CO2/helium tanks not adequately secured, no Heimlich/choking sign posted, plan review not submitted for renovations, latest inspection report not available.

8803 W GULF BLVD, TREASURE ISLAND · Pinellas County

Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary sanitizer bucket set up will quaternary tablets testing at 500+ PPM. Employee dumped some of the liquid out and diluted the sanitizer with water. Quaternary sanitizer is now testing at 200 PPM.
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. Emailed the general manager Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form at the end of the inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle heavily soiled with brown build up, it was observed removed from gun and soaking in bucket of liquid in the bar with mop closet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels observed at hand sink bar at north end of dining area.
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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (FL-318)

11345 US HWY S 301 STE 101, RIVERVIEW · Hillsborough County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping food with no hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer and reach in freezer.
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SQUID LIPS WATERFRONT

1477 PINEAPPLE AVE, MELBOURNE · Brevard County

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. 0ppm
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Manager diluted to 200ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler raw tuna over cooked chicken and tortillas. In reach-in cooler raw fish over blue cheese. Manager moved
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In batter station reach-in cooler raw cobia (51F - Cold Holding); raw mahi (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw liver (49F - Cold Holding). In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding) In glass door reach-in cooler butter packets (47F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In batter station reach-in cooler raw cobia (51F - Cold Holding); raw mahi (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw liver (49F - Cold Holding). In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding) In glass door reach-in cooler butter packets (47F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE
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PHO THIEN VIETNAMESE KITCHEN

2447 N WICKHAM RD STE 106, MELBOURNE · Brevard County

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. 0ppm

KRAVEPOT ON SUNTREE, LLC

6525 3 ST UNIT 107, ROCKLEDGE · Brevard County

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. 0ppm. Inspector prime the sanitation for the dish washer machine. Then let it one a cycle. Retest the sanitation. Now reading 50ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Lowboy 2 door reach in cooler small packets of whipped butter ; (75-78F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded the small packets of whipped butter
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lowboy 2 door reach in cooler small packets of whipped butter ; (75-78F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded the small packets of whipped butter
No paper towels or mechanical hand dryers by dish washer machine needs paper towels
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. Only one employee is working at time of routine. She stated she has been working at the establishment for over 2 months and has not got a food handler certification yet
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OCEAN'S CAFE COFFEE SHOP, INC

6025 12 ST, VERO BEACH · Indian River County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store chemicals. Items were moved

ISABELA LATIN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT INC

1265 S MILITARY TRL, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator added chlorine to 100ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At prep table on cook line; fresh garlic in oil (68F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not being prepared or portioned, held at room temperature for less than 4 hours, discarded.

WONDER WOK CHINESE RESTAURANT

21313 NW 2 AVE, MIAMI GARDENS · Dade County

Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cut cabbage in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (52F - Cold Holding); pork (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (53F - Cold Holding); beef strips (63F - Cooling); chicken wings (57F - Cold Holding); breaded chicken (54F - Cold Holding) stored at the flip top reach in cooler, as per operator the cooler was left open during lunch hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food storage container lids heavily soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in the front counter hand sink. Operator removed.
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LA CABANA GRILL

6780 COLLINS AVE, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County

Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over unwashed vegetables at walk in cooler. Manager reorganized products.
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. Emma .
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach. Operator labeled during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
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. The refrigerator is empty.
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INKAS GRILL CORP.

250 E PALM DR SUITE F-20, FLORIDA CITY · Dade County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license Division of Hotels and Restaurants expired since October 1, 2026. Advised operator to renew license.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at all 3 white reach in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of handwash sink soiled with grease and food debris at front counter. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler heavily soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.

VINCENZOS NEW YORK PIZZA

7105 COLLINS AVE, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 black olives cans dented on dry storage shelf at kitchen area.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 flying insects flying around kitchen area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired October 1st, 2025.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on the floor on dry storage area at kitchen area. Also observed 1 live roach crawling on top of chest freezer door next to dry storage at kitchen area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cut ham (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked meatballs (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per employee from the day before. Employee discarded them during inspection. Also observed Raw chicken breast (47F - Cold Holding); Breaded raw chicken breast (47F - Cold Holding) inside double door reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per employee from the day before. Operator discarded it during inspection. Stop Sale Issued.
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12801 W SUNRISE BLVD STE 855, SUNRISE · Broward County

Employee personal beverage container in food prep area; employees handling food or clean equipment without washing hands first or after touching soiled surfaces.
Wet mops not stored in a manner allowing them to dry; maintenance tools stored where they could cross-contaminate food or equipment.
CO2/helium tanks not adequately secured, no Heimlich/choking sign posted, plan review not submitted for renovations, latest inspection report not available.

14239 POWELL RD, SPRING HILL · Hernando County

Stop Sale orders issued on food found unsafe to serve — temperature abuse, unsound condition, dented cans, expired ready-to-eat food, and shellfish tagging issues.
Spray bottles of toxic substances unlabeled, chemicals improperly stored, sanitizer above maximum allowed concentration, medicine improperly stored.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses — in standing water below 135°F, on equipment door handles, or in unsanitary positions.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
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TAJ-INDIAN CUISINE

2734 E FOWLER AVE #B, TAMPA · Hillsborough County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food, food stored on the floor, food stored uncovered, and improper storage by minimum cooking temperature.
Ready-to-eat TCS food not properly date marked, working containers not labeled with common name, and menu disclosure issues for raw/undercooked foods.
Food-contact surfaces soiled with debris, mold-like substance, or slime; ice machine interiors with mold; dishmachine sanitizer at improper concentration.
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses — in standing water below 135°F, on equipment door handles, or in unsanitary positions.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
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9516 HARDING AVE, SURFSIDE · Dade County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw fish filet (46F - Cold Holding) stored under grill at kitchen area. As per employee for 20 minutes. Operator put ice bags on top of rapid cooling.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation no wearing beard guard. Employee put beard guard at the time of inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed next to meats walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw ribs thawing in standing water inside sink at preparation room at kitchen area. Operator put the, under running water.

MARIACHI CHAPIN RESTAURANT

10827 SW 40 ST, MIAMI · Dade County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (104 F - Hot Holding); beans (105 F - Hot Holding)at the kitchen area. As per employee foods were cooked less than 2 hours ago. Employee was advised to reheat food to 165°F.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee did not know how to sanitize utensils. Employee was coached.
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 food handler training for L Orozco and Y Rodriguez expired on March -10 -26.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area and lounge area with water damage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn across from the stove.
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MARSEILLES HOTEL CAFE

1741 COLLINS AVE, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County

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 the bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0.00ppm).
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) at the bar. As per the bartender it was put there approximately one hour ago.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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BARZOLA RESTAURANT

4860 NW 7 ST, MIAMI · Dade County

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 Rosa, Kenia, and cristina. Expired 04/12/26.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with corn stored on the floor in walking cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 47 F.
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