When you’re open for business, serving us food and rack up nearly 30 or more violations, we’re going to call you out.
Below is a list of places that recently accumulated 29 or more violations during an unannounced, routine food safety inspection.
That is unacceptable.
Do better!
**FONTANA RESTAURANT
BILTMORE HOTEL
1200 ANASTASIA AVE.
CORAL GABLES
INSPECTION DATE 8/27
37 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. observed a used water bottle buried in the ice bin used to make drinks. Manager removed bottle and discarded ice.”
“Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed a used water bottle buried in the ice bin used to make drinks.”
“Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed no sneeze guard provided at front buffet area. Products are: bagels, bread, yogurt, cut fruits and muffins.”
“Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yogurt at 69°F, cut melons at 53°F in front counter buffet.”
“Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed at dry cabinet a spray with WD-40 with food.”
“Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to dish machine.”
“Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.”
“Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled, can opener soiled.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils inside a hand sink.”
“No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dish machine. Repeat Violation”
“No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by coffee station entrance and other stations throughout the kitchen.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Accumulation of debris inside ware washing machine.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine.”
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls in different food storage containers.”
“Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.in soda station.”
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at bread station and other areas of the kitchen.”
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. All throughout the kitchen.”
“Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones, purses.”
“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Several employees in the kitchen.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in the main hall way dripping water inside the unit.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In dishwasher room.”
“Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. In pantry station.”
“Floor area(s) covered with standing water. On some areas of the kitchen.”
“Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors throughout the kitchen missing grout in most areas, cracked or broken tiles, with food debris between the tiles and some standing water in some areas due to the floor being in disrepair.”
“Hole in or other damage to wall. In front of walk in cooler located in the pantry station.”
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.”
“Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at soda station.”
“In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all table fans soiled with dust, walking cooler fan covers.”
“Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.”
“Walk in cooler vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In some areas of the kitchen, by dish washing rooms.”
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.”
“Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout the kitchen not kept in sanitizer solution.”
**RINCONCITO LATINO MIXTO
2502 NW 10TH AVENUE
MIAMI
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
INSPECTION DATE 8/24
38 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come from another side of kitchen to front counter to get ice in a container without wash hands at front counter.”
“Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing cups at hand sink not sanitized at front counter.”
“Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pupusas and dough stored on trays inside Nonfood-grade bags stored inside walk in cooler.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked beef at reach in cooler by cook line.”
“Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 4 cracked raw shell eggs across cook line reach in cooler.”
“Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing task from cook line, to prep area, cleaning station with same gloves. Coached employee to discarded gloves and wash hands properly.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Observed raw salmon and raw fish at reach in cooler 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. As per employee day prior.”
“Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unable to answer the minimum cooking temperature of chicken.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board across cook line soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing cups at hand sink front counter. Observed a sponge at hand sink front counter.”
“No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.”
“Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed desserts at front counter cooler, tiramisu, Tres leches, flan and arroz con leche not dated. As per manager prepared a day prior. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken not dated at walk in cooler. As per employee two days prior. Employee started dating containers. Repeat violation.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine by front counter.”
“Accumulation of debris inside ware washing machine.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all vents soiled throughout the establishment. Repeat violation.”
“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. Observed raw salmon and raw fish pargo at reach in cooler 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. As per employee day prior.”
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed by ware washing area under steamer shelves. Repeat violation,”
“Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking coffee at front counter by coffee machine.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn across cook line.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed by back exit door. Repeat violation.”
“Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by ware washing area and cook line.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor heavily soiled under shelves by storage room. Observed floor heavily soiled with accumulation of grease under cook line. Repeat violation.”
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer by front counter.”
“Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice by ice machine outside.”
“No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Across cook line.”
“No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.”
“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink by front counter by coffee machine.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across cook line. Observed reach in cooler drawers under cook line soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an employee plastic bottle beverage stored inside reach in cooler front counter by dining.”
“Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed back exit screen door torn.”
“Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler across cook line.”
“Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork and cooked beef not covered at reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Repeat violation.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall rusted by three compartment sink.”
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket by storage room. Repeat violation.”
“Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet cloths stored on top of reach in freezer by front counter. Repeat violation.”
“Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe a wet cloths stored soiled at cook line under grilled.”
“Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar container not labeled by walk in cooler entrance.”
**PANADERIA COLUMBIANA MI CALI
2350 WEST 60TH ST.
HIALEAH
INSPECTION DATE 8/24
32 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed employees bottle water stored inside ice machine. Warning.”
“Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs on top of preparation table, for less than 4 hours as per operator.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed employees bottle water stored inside ice machine.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (120F - Hot Holding); white rice (110F - Hot Holding); sancocho (109F - Hot Holding); yuca (120F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (113F - Hot Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F.”
“Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wet wiping towels on chlorine sanitizer solution of 200 ppm, operator redo the sanitizer bucket, recheck 100 ppm.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand sink.”
“No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.”
“No soap provided at handwash sink.”
“Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.”
“Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.”
“Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef, dessert, sancocho, was prepared from more than 24 hours as per operator.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage in the kitchen.”
“Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Observed clean bowl, plate and to go container in employees bathroom.”
“Covered waste receptacle not provided in women’s bathroom.”
“Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drink from open bottle water, instructed operator regarding cross contamination.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.”
“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.”
“Floors not maintained smooth and durable.”
“Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed avocado and pineapple stored inside employees bathroom.”
“Food stored on floor. Observed pots white rice, container with onions on the kitchen floor, operator properly stored it.”
“Hole in or other damage to wall. Bathroom wall and underneath of three compartment sink.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.”
“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled.”
“Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water handle on disrepair, located in the bathroom.”
“Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.”
“Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, ware washing area or bathroom.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.”
“Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping towels on top of preparation table.”
“Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container.”
**FIVE SPICE VIETNAMESE PHO AND SUSHI BAR
1801 NE 8TH ST.
HOMESTEAD
INSPECTION DATE 8/21
31 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed food employee put on gloves without first washing her hands to plate soup to serve to customers.”
“Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.”
“Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washed hands with cold water at sushi bar handwash sink.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies land on container with beans sprouts at preparation table.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over sweet and sour sauce at reach in cooler in the cook line.”
“Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash metal container with gloves on and then proceeded to touch ready to eat carrots pickles with same gloves.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash metal container with gloves on and then proceeded to touch ready to eat carrots pickles with same gloves.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cook brisket (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per manager less than 2 hours. Observed cook shrimp (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per operator for an hour.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca (85F - Hot Holding) near sealer machine.”
“Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing her hands in the triple sink.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink needs to the triple used to store container with soap.”
“No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.”
“Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler.”
“Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. Manager unable to find thermometer at time of inspection.”
“Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at sushi bar 83F.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Accumulation of debris inside ware washing machine.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine. Observed floor the top of the dishwasher soiled.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black fan next to prep tables soiled with accumulated dust.”
“Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pots not inverted at dry storage area.”
“Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating a protein bar at cook line.”
“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat violation.”
“Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on the right side, left side and bottom of exit door.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under shelf at walk in cooler has accumulation of debris.”
“Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of avocados stored on floor under prep table with microwave.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed toaster at sushi bar heavily soiled with old food debris.”
“No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email.”
“No copy of latest inspection report available.”
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.”
“Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.”
**CAFE PANISSE
7310 SW 57TH AVE.
SOUTH MIAMI
INSPECTION DATE 8/26
33 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“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.”
“Observed employee plate salad with bare hands with no approved AOP. Observed employee touch FCS of spoon with bare hands and use same spoon to handle gorgonzola cheese.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid in storage room where walk in cooler is located.”
“Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed cooked steak on cloth towel resting. Observed employee plate salad with bare hands with no approved AOP. Observed employee touch FCS of spoon with bare hands and use same spoon to handle gorgonzola cheese.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 tuna filet thawed in ROP. Repeat violation.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: shredded cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (49F - Cold Holding); gorgonzola (52F - Cold Holding); roasted red peppers (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours at cooler.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line: fish (102F - Hot Holding). As per chef, less than 1 hour, cook removed from under cook line.”
“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.”
“Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed mussels with tags missing last date of sale. Repeat violation.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food shelves. Repeat violation warning”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed knife stored in hand sink at front counter.”
“No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.”
“No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed container of mussels with their original tag. Manager has tag marked with receiving date and found tag for batch.”
“Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on food and dish racks. Repeat violation”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed cooler handles soiled.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat violation.”
“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 4 tuna filet thawed in ROP. Repeat violation.”
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Red Bull on drink cooler. Observed Diet Coke can above soup warmer.”
“Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cooks on line with bracelet.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in cooler at front counter. Repeat violation.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind dish machine and beer coolers at front counter.”
“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under dish machine and front counter. Repeat violation warning.”
“Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of wine stored in restroom. Repeat violation warning.”
“Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in cooler. Warning.”
“Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in ware wash area. Warning.”
“Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at ice machine next to dishwasher. Warning.”
“No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Warning.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. Repeat violation warning.”
“Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. Warning.”
“Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler. Repeat violation warning.”
“Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at front counter. Warning.”
“Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, ware washing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat violation warning.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in ware wash area. Warning.”
**RINCONCITO MIAMI 2
15956 SW 137TH AVE
WEST KENDALL
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
INSPECTION DATE 8/27
42 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 cans of tomato paste with rust, 111 oz Red Pack. Observed 1 can of Antonio’s red pepper strips with dent, 102 oz.”
“Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 oranges with mold next to juice machine. Operator discarded during inspection.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid in cabinet under hand sink where service window is.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over ham and cheese in walk in cooler. Operator changed order during inspection.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed for one hour at steam table: malanga (112F - Hot Holding). Operator put onto stove for reheating. Final temp: 175F. Repeat violation.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust on dry food and dish racks. Repeat violation.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle in hand sink at ware wash. Observed next to prep area metal stored in hand sink. Operator removed all items during inspection. Corrected on-site repeat violation.”
“Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Repeat violation”
“Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand sink where coffee bar is located. Observed no hot water at hand sink in waiter station. Repeat violation.”
“Accumulation of debris inside ware washing machine. Observed interior soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine.”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven handles soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks and holes in multiple tiles. Repeat violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. Repeat violation.”
“Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pots in ware wash on soiled rack. Repeat violation.”
“Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed at waiter station, cloths used as liner for glasses.”
“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 reach in cooler no longer working at kitchen entrance. As per operator, no longer working. No TCS foods stored inside. Repeat violation.”
“Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at back exit. Observed at walk in freezer entrance. Repeat violation.”
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottle on prep table. Operator removed from prep table.”
“Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table. Observed shoes above hand sink in prep area.”
“Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook with air pod. Observed cooks with watch on cook line.”
“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook with no hat or net. Hair restraint was placed on head. Corrected On-Site Repeat violation.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed oven door handle broken.”
“Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed hood system soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both back doors. Repeat violation.”
“Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in wall in kitchen and ware wash area.”
“Hot holding unit not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed warmer on dry rack in back of kitchen no longer in use.”
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and both reach in freezers. Repeat violation.”
“In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line between fryer and griddl.e”
“In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on door at cook line. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat violation.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed ovens soiled. Repeat violation.”
“Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at reach in freezer at front counter.”
“No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed shoes above hand sink in prep area. Operator removed from shelf. Corrected on-site repeat violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment on cook line soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler. Repeat violation.”
“Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat violation.”
“Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed in kitchen. Repeat violation.”
“Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed on rack across cook line, soiled shelf where single service items are held. Repeat violation.”
“Stored food not covered. Observed multiple trays of food in walk in freezer with no cover. Repeat violation.”
“Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, ware washing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat violation.”
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use. Repeat violation.”
HONORABLE MENTION
**SHAHS OF KABOB
5975 SUNSET DR.
SOUTH MIAMI
INSPECTION DATE 8/18
29 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed pill container on counter above prep table where employee was prepping. Operator removed bottle from site.”
“Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee rub face with hands and reached for new set of gloves. Inspector went over handwashing with operator and employee. Employee washed hands properly. Repeat violation.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 plus live flies in employee restroom near bags of onions.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken above container of mayonnaise in reach in cooler.”
“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 form or kit; inspector provided via email. Warning.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored in hand sink in employee restroom where mop sink is located. Repeat violation warning.”
“No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.”
“Observed no CFM present at time of inspection, observed 5 employees on site working. Warning.”
“No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.”
“Observed in employee restroom where mop sink is also located; toilet has been removed and replaced with shelf for dry food storage, no plans submitted or updated. Warning.”
“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 all employees on site hired within less than 60 days as per operator, no agreement form signed or present.”
“Required employee training expired for some employees.”
“Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at kitchen hand sink.”
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup as scoop in rice cooker. Operator removed during inspection.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed interior kitchen; soiled tiles. Repeat violation warning.”
“Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license posted. Warning.”
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on shelf above prep table. Operator tossed on site. Corrected on-site warning.”
“Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stormed above ready to eat food for customers. Employee removed items from on top of food. Corrected on-site Warning.”
“Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above prep table where employee is prepping food. Employee removed from table. Corrected on-site warning.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in across cook line. Repeat violation warning.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed heavily soiled floor in bathroom where food is being stored and under triple sink. Warning.”
“Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of onions stored in employee restroom at time of inspection. Operator is converting it into a storage room, but no plans have been submitted or updated. Warning.”
“Food stored on floor. Observed container of berries on floor next to cook line. Operator removed from floor. Warning.”
“Food stored outside. Observed cases of soda outside of restaurant. Warning.”
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. Repeat violation warning.”
“In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board on prep table. Operator removed during inspection. Warning.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat violation warning.”
“No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. Warning.”
“No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Repeat violation warning.”
“Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed interior multiple coolers. Repeat violation warning.”
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use. Warning.”
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