Plantation, Broward County

LA BELLE MONIQUE RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

937 STATE ROAD 7, Plantation, FL 33317

FoodSeating
Latest violations
0
No violations
Jan 20, 2026
City
Plantation
County
Broward
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
20

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-14-5

Detail 24196907

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 only 1 of the 5 employees on staff at time of inspection with a Food Handlers training certificate. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: Same Time Extended

Nov 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 11

08A-02-6

Detail 24193801

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat vegetables in the walk in freezer. Neither item was in its commercial packaging. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 24193793

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 lives roaches under the glass door cooler by the front counter. Observed 1 live roach on the floor by the large ovens in the kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches under the front counter flip top cooler. Operator killed all live roaches, washed and sanitized the areas. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24193799

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front handwashing sink by ice machine blocked with a water bubbler. Operator removed water bubbler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

31A-11-4

Detail 24193797

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tub of butter in the front handwashing sinks operator provided by the ice machine. Operator removed tub of butter. Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 24193802

Intermediate - 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/. Observed 5 employees engaging in food preparation without having a Certified Food Manager on staff. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

53B-14-5

Detail 24193794

Intermediate - 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 only 1 of the 5 employees on staff at time of inspection with a Food Handlers training certificate. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

35A-03-4

Detail 24193800

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches under the glass cooler near the front counter. Operator disposed of dead roaches, washed and sanitized the area. Corrected On-Site Warning

40-06-5

Detail 24193803

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bags stored over bags of flour. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-22-4

Detail 24193798

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by front counter flip top cooler. Operator removed standing water. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24193795

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bucket wit cooked peppers in the walk in cooler stored on the floor. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

06-08-5

Detail 24193796

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed raw chicken thawing in the triple sink with cold water that was barely running. Operator increased the velocity of the water. Corrected On-Site Warning

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 3Basic: 1Total: 4

16-37-1

Detail 24047865

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: No chemical test kit for chlorine. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Time extended for next unannounced inspection. Time Extended

53A-05-6

Detail 24047864

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: No manager certification. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Time extended for 60 days. Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 24047866

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Employee certification not available for some employees. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Time extended for 60 days. Time Extended

36-03-4

Detail 24047867

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by dry storage area a section of cove molding broken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Cove molding broken by dry storage. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Time extended to next unannounced inspection Time Extended

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 4Basic: 1Total: 9

35A-02-7

Detail 24044895

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 live small flying insects at cook line prep area landing on a box of gloves and a bag of sliced bread. Observed approximately 3 live small flying insects in dry storage area landing on shelving and boxes. Observed approximately 6 live small flying insects in dishwashing area landing on shelving and three compartment sink. Observed approximately 4 live small flying insects landing on equipment on cook line in kitchen Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Observed approximately 4 small flying insects at dry storage area landing on bags of flour. Observed approximately 2 small flying insects at prep area landing on equipment. Admin Complaint

35A-05-4

Detail 24044898

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 4 live roaches in oven door latch on cook line in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Observed 1 roach on cook line in the oven. Observed 1 roach in dry storage area on the wall. Admin Complaint

01B-02-5

Detail 24044896

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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 chicken wings (46-47F - Cold Holding);cooked Mac n cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked legumes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (48F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (53F - Cold Holding); cooked oxtail (48F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (49F - Cold Holding); raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked curry beef (49F - Cold Holding); cooked griot (49F - Cold Holding); cooked plantains (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes in temperature. See stop sale. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Observed butter 46F Cold Holding. See stop sale. Admin Complaint

03A-02-5

Detail 24044894

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings (46-47F - Cold Holding); cooked Mac n cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked legumes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (48F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (53F - Cold Holding); cooked oxtail (48F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (49F - Cold Holding); raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked curry beef (49F - Cold Holding); cooked griot (49F - Cold Holding); cooked plantains (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes in temperature. See stop sale. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Observed butter 46F Cold Holding. See stop sale. Admin Complaint

16-37-1

Detail 24044901

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: No chemical test kit for chlorine. Time Extended

53A-05-6

Detail 24044900

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: No manager certification. Time Extended

05-03-4

Detail 24044897

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Hot foods prove thermometer provided. Thermometer range starts at 120F Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: No probe thermometer for temperatures under 120F. Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 24044899

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Employee certification not available for some employees. Time Extended

36-03-4

Detail 24044902

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by dry storage area a section of cove molding broken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Cove molding broken by dry storage. Time Extended

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 7Basic: 6Total: 21

03D-02-5

Detail 24041611

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cabbage and eggplant mix (115F - Cooling). As per operator, item not prepped or portioned today. As per operator, item was left out at room temperature overnight. See stop sale. Warning

01B-36-5

Detail 24041613

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cabbage and eggplant mix (115F - Cooling). As per operator, item not prepped or portioned today. As per operator, item was left out at room temperature overnight. See stop sale. Warning

12A-29-4

Detail 24041599

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling cell phone then proceed to prepare food without washing hands Warning

35A-02-7

Detail 24041617

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 live small flying insects at cook line prep area landing on a box of gloves and a bag of sliced bread. Observed approximately 3 live small flying insects in dry storage area landing on shelving and boxes. Observed approximately 6 live small flying insects in dishwashing area landing on shelving and three compartment sink. Observed approximately 4 live small flying insects landing on equipment on cook line in kitchen Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 24041614

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above cooked beef in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 24041600

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 4 live roaches in oven door latch on cook line in kitchen Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 24041616

High Priority - 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 chicken wings (46-47F - Cold Holding);cooked Mac n cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked legumes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (48F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (53F - Cold Holding); cooked oxtail (48F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (49F - Cold Holding); raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked curry beef (49F - Cold Holding); cooked griot (49F - Cold Holding); cooked plantains (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes in temperature. See stop sale. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24041605

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings (46-47F - Cold Holding); cooked Mac n cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked legumes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (48F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (53F - Cold Holding); cooked oxtail (48F - Cold Holding); cooked goat (49F - Cold Holding); raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked curry beef (49F - Cold Holding); cooked griot (49F - Cold Holding); cooked plantains (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes in temperature. See stop sale. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24041610

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink near ice machine completely blocked by water fountain. Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24041607

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink near ice machine being used to hold a container of butter catching water dripping from the sink. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

16-37-1

Detail 24041609

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

53A-05-6

Detail 24041619

Intermediate - 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/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

05-03-4

Detail 24041601

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Hot foods prove thermometer provided. Thermometer range starts at 120F Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 24041608

Intermediate - 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. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 24041603

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared Mac and cheese cooked 2 days ago in walk in cooler not date marked Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

14-01-5

Detail 24041615

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container of sugar with a bowl without a handle being used as a scoop. Warning

36-03-4

Detail 24041618

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by dry storage area a section of cove molding broken. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 24041606

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bags and phones stored over bags of flour and salt in dry storage area. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24041602

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer several boxes of food stored on the floor. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

14-13-4

Detail 24041604

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cardboard used ton top of prep table with bread stored in direct contact Warning

22-16-4

Detail 24041612

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front line flip top cooler the interior of the reach in cooler soiled. Warning

Jan 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

31A-11-4

Detail 24309864

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use handwashing sinks only used to fill up water in a cup.

53A-05-6

Detail 24309866

Intermediate - 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/. Observed 5 employees working with no certified food service manager on duty.

41-17-4

Detail 24309865

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in the kitchen. As per operator, chemical is sanitizer. Operator properly labeled. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 24309863

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense ice in the ice machine. Operator removed bowl with no handle. Corrected On-Site

14-05-4

Detail 24309862

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in the prep area under the bread.

08B-38-4

Detail 24309861

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beef feet stored on the floor in the walk in cooler and chicken stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site

33-16-4

Detail 24309860

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

Apr 28, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 6Basic: 3Total: 9

31A-09-4

Detail 23735719

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by water cooler in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

53A-01-7

Detail 23735720

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Frandy Vertus Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

16-37-1

Detail 23735715

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips for Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

53A-05-6

Detail 23735714

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

02C-02-5

Detail 23735713

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked meats per operator prepared February 22 2025 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

53B-05-5

Detail 23735721

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Expired on 03/18/2022 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

38-07-4

Detail 23735716

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

14-73-4

Detail 23735717

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

31B-04-4

Detail 23735718

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located by rear exit door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Not complied Admin Complaint

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 10Basic: 8Total: 21

35A-02-7

Detail 23579685

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insects at mop sink. Observed 1 flying insect in dry storage room. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23579672

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed seasoned chicken wings (53-61F -Ambient Cooling) in deep cover bowls. per operator rinse with hot water then seasoned. Held in cooler overnight. Warning

03D-06-5

Detail 23579671

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed seasoned chicken wings (53-61F -Ambient Cooling) in deep cover bowls. per operator rinse with hot water then seasoned. Held in cooler overnight. See stop sale. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23579681

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by water cooler in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23579668

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand washing sink in kitchen. Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 23579675

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

16-37-1

Detail 23579670

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

53A-05-6

Detail 23579684

Intermediate - 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/ Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23579667

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In dishwasher area. Warning

05-08-4

Detail 23579669

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

31B-03-4

Detail 23579674

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 23579686

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked meats per operator prepared February 22 2025 Repeat Violation Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 23579680

Intermediate - 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. Expired on 03/18/2022 Warning

13-03-4

Detail 23579682

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while slicing peppers Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23579678

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed whole fish in stainless steal bowl on the floor by three compartment sink. Warning

38-07-4

Detail 23579666

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in kitchen. Warning

14-73-4

Detail 23579673

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23579679

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located by rear exit door. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 23579676

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic drinking cups stored on the floor at front counter. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 23579677

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of cooked meats not covered. Repeat Violation Warning

06-01-5

Detail 23579683

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork 30F in standing water. Warning

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 6Basic: 4Total: 11

03B-01-6

Detail 23410104

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fish (89F - Hot Holding); noodles (105F - Hot Holding). Per operator, both items cooked and placed in unit 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator reheat items to 177-181F. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, fish temps at 117F and noodle at 138F. Admin Complaint

31A-09-4

Detail 23410100

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink in kitchen block with water dispenser. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, hand wash sink in kitchen block with water dispenser. Admin Complaint

53A-05-6

Detail 23410102

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Admin Complaint

31B-02-4

Detail 23410094

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Not complied Admin Complaint

31B-03-4

Detail 23410103

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: No soap at hand wash sink. Admin Complaint

02C-02-5

Detail 23410097

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 wings stored in walk-in cooker. Per operator, chicken wings cooked on 10/05/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, no date marked on various food items cooked more than 24 hours in walk in cooler. Admin Complaint

53B-05-5

Detail 23410098

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 employees training certification expired on 03/18/2022 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Admin Complaint

35B-01-4

Detail 23410101

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Not complied Admin Complaint

38-01-4

Detail 23410099

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed light shield missing in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Not complied Admin Complaint

31B-04-4

Detail 23410096

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in dishwashing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: No handwashing sign. Admin Complaint

08B-12-5

Detail 23410095

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with cooked meats stored in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: At the time of callback inspection, Observed several uncovered containers with cooked meats stored in walk in cooler. Admin Complaint

Oct 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 7Basic: 9Total: 18

08A-05-6

Detail 23231733

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw shell eggs to bottom shelf Corrected On-Site Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 23231734

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fish (89F - Hot Holding); noodles (105F - Hot Holding). Per operator, both items cooked and placed in unit 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator reheat items to 177-181F. Corrected On-Site Warning

05-07-4

Detail 23231737

Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. No batteries in thermometer. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23231735

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink in kitchen block with water dispenser. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 23231749

Intermediate - 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/ Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23231743

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

31B-03-4

Detail 23231748

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

02C-02-5

Detail 23231745

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 wings stored in walk-in cooker. Per operator, chicken wings cooked on 10/05/2024. Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 23231740

Intermediate - 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 employees training certification expired on 03/18/2022 Warning

32-02-4

Detail 23231744

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Warning

32-04-4

Detail 23231750

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

36-37-5

Detail 23231742

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 23231738

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Observed water dripping from ceiling in walk in cooler. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23231741

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

08B-38-4

Detail 23231736

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on dry storage floor. Warning

38-01-4

Detail 23231746

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed light shield missing in kitchen. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23231747

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in dishwashing area. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 23231739

Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with cooked meats stored in walk in cooler. Warning

May 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-05-5

Detail 22863750

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Inadvertent Chawanne 03/18/2019-03/18/2022 Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: Time Extended

May 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 4Basic: 1Total: 11

03D-01-5

Detail 22863213

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At cookline counter- Cooked Turkey drum sticks 90F at 2:00 ( cooling since 11:30 , cooked beef 90F at 2:00 ( cooling since 11:30)- food left out to cool at room temperature- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 2 hours - see stop sale.

35A-02-6

Detail 22863210

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. At triple sink/ dishwashing area- approximately 40 small flying insects landing on walls and clean dishes and utensils. At cookline area - approximately 10 small flying insects landing on prep counter and on power cord above cookline.

14-15-4

Detail 22863208

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. At walk in cooler - nonfood grade hoe, depot bucket used to store seasonings- operator placed food in food grade container. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 22863214

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over cans of juice - operator moved raw shell eggs to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site

01B-02-5

Detail 22863216

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At cookline counter- Cooked Turkey drum sticks 90F at 2:00 ( cooling since 11:30 , cooked beef 90F at 2:00 ( cooling since 11:30)- food left out to cool at room temperature- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 2 hours - see stop sale.

03B-01-6

Detail 22863209

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter steamtable and hot box- meat patty 104-118F- hot holding, cooked plantain 104-118F, #3 cooked chicken 123-129F- hot holding cooked fish 101-115F- hot holding, cooked beef 115-121F- hot holding- food out of temperature for 2 hours - operator placed to be reheated to 165F. At cookline area- Cooked rice 112-130F- hot holding- food out of temperature for 1 hour- operator placed on steam table to reheat to 165F. Corrective Action Taken

11-07-5

Detail 22863217

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed Big 6 posterto operator. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 22863215

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At handwash sink by kitchen entrance blocked by containers of water and water dispenser - operator removed. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 22863212

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink- at handwash sinks in kitchen- operator provided. Corrected On-Site

53B-05-5

Detail 22863211

Intermediate - 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. Inadvertent Chawanne 03/18/2019-03/18/2022 Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 22863218

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's backpacks hung on drying rack for clean cooking utensils.

Feb 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 4

03D-02-5

Detail 22667236

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, rice and beans (47-56F - Cooling). The item had been cooling overnight. The item had not been prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.

01B-02-5

Detail 22667237

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, rice and beans (47-56F - Cooling). The item had been cooling overnight. The item had not been prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.

53B-05-5

Detail 22667239

Intermediate - 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.

06-01-5

Detail 22667238

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In the 3 compartment sink, chicken was thawing in standing water. The operator turned on the water to thaw under running water. Corrected On-Site

Jul 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 7

12A-29-4

Detail 21979440

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employe clean dirty surface and then engage in food prep without washing hands. Warning

14-15-4

Detail 21979434

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in walk-in cooler cooked vegetables in a Home Depot 5 gallon plastic bucket. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21979438

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

53B-01-5

Detail 21979437

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

31B-03-4

Detail 21979435

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. Operator provided Corrected On-Site Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21979439

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cornmeal. Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 21979436

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork not commercially packaged on the floor in walk-in freezer. Operator elevated. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Jan 19, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

50-17-3

Detail 21707632

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

27-19-4

Detail 21707630

Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. At front counter, water shut off.

14-01-5

Detail 21707631

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At bin of sugar, item removed. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 21707633

Basic - Food stored on floor. Yellow yams stored under dough breaker. Item moved off of floor Corrected On-Site

Jan 24, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 6

50-17-2

Detail 20806305

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.12/01/2021

03B-01-6

Detail 20806304

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Main kitchen steam table- observed rice and beans 107°F. Operator reheated rice and beans about 165°F and placed on steam table. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 20806303

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Main kitchen at 3 compartment sink- observed hand washing sink being blocked by pots and hotel pans.

36-06-4

Detail 20806302

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Main kitchen- observed soiled cardboard at 3 compartment sink, storage shelf at cook line.

08B-38-4

Detail 20806301

Basic - Food stored on floor. Main kitchen at 3 compartment sink- observed plantains being stored on the floor.

06-01-5

Detail 20806306

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Main kitchen cook line- observed Cook pork being thawed at room temperature.

Nov 23, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-17-4

Detail 20678881

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-23: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 20678882

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Ware wash area in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-23: Time Extended

Nov 22, 2021

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 11

35A-02-6

Detail 20676583

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed approximately 20-30 live flies near mop sink and on walls across from three compartment sink in kitchen. No food contact. -Observed 2 live flies landing on bread rolls in kitchen.

41-05-4

Detail 20676584

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -Observed can of Raid stored on rack holding single use utensils in kitchen.

01B-13-4

Detail 20676582

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -Observed 2 live flies landing on bread rolls in kitchen.

03B-01-6

Detail 20676585

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed Beef/chicken patties (108-130°F - Hot Holding) in front counter unit. Operator states holding for 2 hours, instructed to reheat foods to 165 F. -Observed cooked salt fish (118°F - Hot Holding); corn (112°F - Hot Holding) in steam table in kitchen. Operator states holding less than four hours, instructed to immediately reheat all foods to 165 F.

31A-09-4

Detail 20676581

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink blocked by large spoon and container holding prepped turkey wings in kitchen. Operator instructed to unblock all sinks during inspection.

36-06-4

Detail 20676578

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. -Observed soiled cardboard on floor in ware wash area in kitchen.

50-09-4

Detail 20676579

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

12B-07-4

Detail 20676577

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee beverage stored on counter in kitchen.

40-01-4

Detail 20676580

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. -Observed employee bags, purses, cell phones stored throughout kitchen.

14-17-4

Detail 20676576

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

36-27-5

Detail 20676575

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Ware wash area in kitchen.