BELLE CUISINE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT LLC

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on top of reach in cooler. -Observed 12 rodent droppings inside reach in cooler next to steam table. Warning

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified food manager certification available. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

Intermediate - 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. No proof of required state approved employees training available at this time. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - 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 proof that employees are informed of their health responsibilities. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken, pork and turkey stored in reach in cooler. Per operator all TCS foods cooked on 06/05/2026. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored on shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon with handle stored in container with cooked rice. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Observed accumulation of old food residues buildup inside true reach in cooler. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of true reach-in-cooler. Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed containers with cooked chicken, pork and turkey stored in reach in cooler. Note: Unit used for long term storage. Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residues buildup on walls throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing utensils and food containers without sanitizing. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish and eggs stored over cooked pork and chicken in reach in cooler. Warning

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification at this time. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - 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. Warning

Intermediate - 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. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken and pork stored in reach in cooler. Per operator, both items cooked more than 24 hours. Warning

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on food preparation table. Warning

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon with handle stored in container with rice. Operator removed fish Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on rice cooker. Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated of old food residue buildup. Warning

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 6 small flying insects in the kitchen landing on cut tomatoes, chopped lettuce and cut onions with peppers. Approximately 5 small flying insects landing on clean dishes and single service items near the dishwashing area. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1,2025. Establishment is open and serving food to the public. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat fish. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 6 small flying insects in the kitchen landing on cut tomatoes, chopped lettuce and cut onions with peppers.

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored over ready to eat peppers in the dry storage area. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink with a water bottle and food in it. Operator removed items from the handwashing sink. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

Intermediate - 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.

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment properly using Time as a Public Health Control but they don't have the written procedures. Inspector emailed the operator the written procedures. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle of chemicals in the dry storage area. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator properly labeled. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Exterior door has a gap at the top of the threshold that opens to the outside.

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken cooked 24 hours ago with no date marks.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed large bag of rice on floor by the stove.

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out boxs stored directly on the hallway floor.

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm chlorine in 3 compartment sink. Operators not sanitizing equipment properly. Operator corrected during visit. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in cooler above cabbage. Operator relocated to the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Warning

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

Intermediate - 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. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking. Per operator multiple foods more than 24 hours.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. Warning

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall missing on exterior, above back door. Warning

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Front counter area, as per plans on file. Warning

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning

Basic - 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. Freezer - No TCS items - ambient temperature of unit 51F Warning

Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Warning