Brownsville, Miami-Dade County

NEW CHINATOWN

2549 NW 54TH ST, Brownsville, FL 33142

FoodSeating
Latest violations
12
4 High Priority
Jan 21, 2026
City
Brownsville
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
14

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 21, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 12

12A-10-4

Detail 24315437

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook scratch his head and continuing working cook line no hand wash.

08A-20-5

Detail 24315436

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over noodles inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

03B-01-6

Detail 24315434

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at 120°F hot holding. Operator reheated riced to 188°F. Observed cooked chicken wings being hot held at 114°F. As per operator chicken was cooked 2 hours ago. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 24315441

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink. Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 24315432

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep tables. Repeat Violation

43-08-4

Detail 24315431

Intermediate - Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed a baby sleeping at the front counter area, sometimes carried by food employee into the kitchen. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 24315435

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 24315442

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken, and cut cabbage not covered inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

33-31-5

Detail 24315433

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed excessive amounts of personal items on front counter. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 24315439

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler and inside walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 24315438

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.

42-01-4

Detail 24315440

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

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 7Basic: 26Total: 38

08A-20-5

Detail 23902455

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beef inside reach in cooler.

08A-17-6

Detail 23902462

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken above raw beef inside walk in freezer. Coached operator on proper methods to store food. Cold Temperature storage paper was provided.

01B-02-5

Detail 23902461

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings being hot held at 80°F. As per operator chicken was cooked 4 hours ago.

03B-01-6

Detail 23902444

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at 128°F hot holding. Operator reheated riced to 172°F.. Also Observed cooked chicken wings being hot held at 80°F. As per operator chicken was cooked 4 hours ago. Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 23902437

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink at the back of store. Also observed by faucet next to rice cooker. Repeat Violation

41-17-4

Detail 23902464

Intermediate - Container containing toxic substance not labeled by 3 compartment sink.

53B-16-4

Detail 23902448

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unable to answer basic concentration levels for chlorine, and unable to answer how to calibrate thermometer. Coached employee on both concentration levels and thermometer calibration.

22-02-4

Detail 23902441

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep tables and soiled shredder next to 3 compartment sink.

02C-04-5

Detail 23902445

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed multiple cooked food items inside walk in freezer not dated.

02C-02-5

Detail 23902465

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, beef, shrimp, noodles inside of walk in cooler and no date marking. Coached operator on proper date marking.

43-08-4

Detail 23902456

Intermediate - Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed a baby sleeping in a baby crib in the front counter area, sometimes carried by food employee into the kitchen.

27-16-4

Detail 23902447

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at handwashing sink at entrance of kitchen due to a leak. Establishment has 2 other handwashing sinks with working hot water.

14-01-5

Detail 23902459

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle inside of flour container.

36-37-5

Detail 23902434

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 23902453

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair above walk in cooler.

36-34-5

Detail 23902463

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents and ceiling tiles throughout establishment.

24-06-4

Detail 23902457

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean containers being stored on dirty rack by 3 compartment sink.

14-09-4

Detail 23902442

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards used on prep tables.

40-06-5

Detail 23902443

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle and cellphones on top of prep table in front of cook line. Also observed baby clothing hanging on rolling cart shelves.

13-03-4

Detail 23902439

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cashier with no hair restraint.

14-11-5

Detail 23902452

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach in cooler to the right of cook line.

36-22-4

Detail 23902450

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler.

10-07-4

Detail 23902435

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop stored inside standing water.

21-04-4

Detail 23902467

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

22-08-4

Detail 23902451

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave next to hand sink at front counter area.

23-03-4

Detail 23902471

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of reach in coolers soiled. Observed fan guard inside walk in cooler soiled. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in coolers.

29-08-4

Detail 23902468

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in disrepair at handwashing sink by entrance of kitchen.

22-16-4

Detail 23902458

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in coolers in front of prep line.

25-32-4

Detail 23902438

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed plastic bottles being cut to be reused for scooping rice.

25-05-4

Detail 23902470

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service containers, as per operator for the soy sauce, inside dry storage room to the left of 3 compartment sink.

25-18-4

Detail 23902446

Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Observed single service items stored inside bathroom.

08B-12-5

Detail 23902440

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ham, cooked chicken, Shrimp, and cut cabbage not covered inside walk in cooler. Also an open bag of rice stored in dry storage area.

33-31-5

Detail 23902436

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed excessive amounts of personal items in front counter interfering with cleaning

14-17-4

Detail 23902460

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler and inside walk in freezer.

36-27-5

Detail 23902469

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout entire kitchen area.

29-11-4

Detail 23902449

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.

42-01-4

Detail 23902466

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.

21-12-4

Detail 23902454

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables not in sanitation bucket.

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 10

29-42-4

Detail 23455397

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no backflow device at mop sink located at the back of the store.

11-27-4

Detail 23455391

Intermediate - 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. Poster was provided to operator. Corrected On-Site

16-32-5

Detail 23455395

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed ph test strips instead of chlorine test strips. Informed the operator. Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 23455394

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. Provided correct form to operator. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 23455396

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soil on reach in cooler handles next to cook line. Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 23455392

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

06-06-5

Detail 23455393

Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed chicken no longer frozen on top of the triple sink. Personal in charge moved the chicken into the walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

36-68-5

Detail 23455389

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed walls and Hood system with excessive grease.

23-03-4

Detail 23455390

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers.

21-12-4

Detail 23455388

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.

Sep 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 10

12A-05-4

Detail 23154701

High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a cook drink from a bottle and continued to cook without washing his hands.

16-32-5

Detail 23154700

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed a quaternary test kit while the establishment uses chlorine.

32-04-4

Detail 23154708

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

14-01-5

Detail 23154702

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of sugar and flour. The cook removed the bowls.

23-24-4

Detail 23154707

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the upright refrigerator and both walk-in cooler and freezer doors.

36-37-5

Detail 23154703

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

12B-07-4

Detail 23154704

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a water bottle on a cutting board.

10-01-5

Detail 23154699

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of sugar. The cook inverted the scoop. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23154706

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guards and gasket soiled.

14-17-4

Detail 23154705

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Mar 7, 2024

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 11

08A-04-5

Detail 22704615

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a plastic container with raw shrimp over broccoli in the walk-in cooler.

16-37-1

Detail 22704620

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

31B-02-4

Detail 22704619

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter and back room. The chef brought towels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

27-16-4

Detail 22704617

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 22704621

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

08B-38-4

Detail 22704623

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two large containers of oil on the dining room floor.

23-03-4

Detail 22704618

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation

12B-13-4

Detail 22704622

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The chef removed it. Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 22704614

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22704613

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

21-09-4

Detail 22704616

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Repeat Violation

Nov 30, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 12

11-27-4

Detail 22474926

Intermediate - 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. Form provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 22474917

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

31B-02-4

Detail 22474919

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter and restroom. The manager brought towels to both locations. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 22474927

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.

14-01-5

Detail 22474918

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container with cooked chicken in the upright refrigerator and in a container of sugar next to the walk-in freezer. The cook removed the cups in both containers. Corrected On-Site

36-37-5

Detail 22474916

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

12B-07-4

Detail 22474923

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a water bottle on the preparation reach in cooler. The manager moved the bottle. Corrected On-Site

14-11-5

Detail 22474921

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn.

23-03-4

Detail 22474924

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket and fan guards soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 22474922

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

21-09-4

Detail 22474925

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 22474920

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles at the cook line. Repeat Violation

Jul 19, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 13

08A-05-6

Detail 22132305

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked chicken inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored them correctly. Corrected On-Site

53A-10-4

Detail 22132307

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge does not know how to calibrate Probe Thermometer. Inspector trained Operator how to calibrate Probe Thermometer. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 22132303

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed container. Corrected On-Site

32-04-4

Detail 22132310

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee restroom.

14-01-5

Detail 22132311

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside soy sauce container in dry storage. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 22132309

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hat. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 22132304

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer by front counter. Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 22132301

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22132312

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. Also, observed soiledWalk in cooler gaskets. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover.

25-05-4

Detail 22132313

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food container boxes stored on restroom floor.

14-17-4

Detail 22132302

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside Walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 22132308

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored towel in bucket with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 22132306

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container on shelf by dry storage. Operator labeled it. Corrected On-Site

May 26, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

08A-20-5

Detail 22021575

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shell eggs in walk in cooler.

03F-02-5

Detail 22021573

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed cooked chicken using time as a health control with no date mark. Operator marked item with appropriate time. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 22021571

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed krab rangoo prepared onsite on monday with no date mark

36-32-5

Detail 22021577

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above walk in freezer

14-69-4

Detail 22021576

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer

14-17-4

Detail 22021572

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

29-11-4

Detail 22021574

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand wash sink

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 12

08A-02-6

Detail 21761780

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 21761784

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (120F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (120F - Hot Holding). As per operator items were sitting out for approximately 1 hour operator began reheating items Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 21761786

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

14-01-5

Detail 21761788

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle in flour. Operator discarded scoop. Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 21761781

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk in freezer

13-03-4

Detail 21761783

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees preparing food with no hair restraint. Employees placed on hair restraints Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 21761787

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water and containers of cooking oil on floor

21-04-4

Detail 21761789

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed towel Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21761778

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled.

22-16-4

Detail 21761785

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

14-17-4

Detail 21761782

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

02D-01-5

Detail 21761779

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles with no labels

Aug 4, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

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

03B-01-6

Detail 21250494

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 rice (125F - Hot Holding) as per operator rice was prepared within the last hour operator reheated rice on stove top. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection observed cooked chicken 70F on preparation table next to cook line. As per operator chicken was pulled from cooler approximately 2 hours ago operator moved chicken to walk in freezer for rapid chill. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 21250497

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Time Extended

32-04-4

Detail 21250495

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection observed Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 21250492

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 21250493

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler next to fryer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection observed Reach-in cooler next to fryer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 21250496

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in storage shelf in rear of restaurant. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At time of callback inspection observed Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in storage shelf in rear of restaurant. Time Extended

Aug 3, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 11

01B-02-5

Detail 21246565

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding), as per operator chicken was cooked and cooled night prior to inspection. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21246560

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator shrimp was peeled and prepared approximately 2 hours ago. Operator moved to walk in freezer for rapid chill. Observed cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding), as per operator chicken was cooked and cooled night prior to inspection. Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 21246566

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (125F - Hot Holding) as per operator rice was prepared within the last hour operator reheated rice on stove top. Corrective Action Taken Warning

16-37-1

Detail 21246562

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

32-04-4

Detail 21246561

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

14-01-5

Detail 21246564

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used to scoop rice flour, and msg. Operator removed bowls Corrected On-Site Warning

14-09-4

Detail 21246556

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning

13-03-4

Detail 21246559

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees cooking and prepping food with no hair restraint. Employees put on hats. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 21246563

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of sauce on floor next to office door. Operator lifted off the ground. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-16-4

Detail 21246558

Basic - Reach-in cooler next to fryer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Warning

14-33-4

Detail 21246557

Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in storage shelf in rear of restaurant. Warning

Mar 11, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 11

08A-04-5

Detail 20924822

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container with raw shrimp stored over a container with raw broccoli inside walk in cooler. Employee moved raw shrimp container to a different shelf away from broccoli. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 20924819

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 20924825

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used for sugar. Employee discarded cup. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-07-4

Detail 20924820

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed a case of single serve containers stored on the floor. Manager stored box of single serve containers more than six inches above the floor on top of plastic crates. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-11-4

Detail 20924823

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves under preparation tables rusted. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 20924824

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers, and cases of water bottles stored on the floor, Manager stored containers on plastic crates more than six inches above the floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 20924817

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled , and refrigerator door handles on white refrigerator by front counter.

22-16-4

Detail 20924821

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on white refrigerator by front counter.

08B-12-5

Detail 20924818

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers with cut broccoli, cut ham, egg rolls, shrimp, inside walk in cooler no covered. Employee covered food items. Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 20924826

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

29-11-4

Detail 20924827

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on hand wash sink.

Dec 13, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 10Total: 11

03A-02-5

Detail 20721482

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the kitchen area cooked rice (63F - Cold Holding). Holding at ambient temperature. Operator started cooking the rice. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed at the kitchen area cooked rice (106°F - Hot Holding). Holding at ambient temperature. Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 20721475

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in the walk in freezer cardboard lining the shelves Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed in the walk in freezer cardboard lining the shelves Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 20721477

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 20721484

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top of the walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed ceiling tile missing on top of the walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 20721480

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Time Extended

13-03-4

Detail 20721483

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation Time Extended

21-04-4

Detail 20721481

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board Time Extended

25-05-4

Detail 20721479

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of cardboard containers stored on the floor of the front area of the restaurant Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: bserved boxes of cardboard containers stored on the floor of the front area of the restaurant Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 20721476

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the kitchen reach in cooler Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the kitchen reach in cooler Time Extended

06-01-5

Detail 20721485

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings being thawed in the triple sink in standing watet Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed no food being thawed

14-17-4

Detail 20721478

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observ Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-13: Observed Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface Time Extended

Oct 14, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 12Total: 17

03A-02-5

Detail 20588252

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the kitchen area cooked rice (63°F - Cold Holding). Holding at ambient temperature. Operator started cooking the rice. Warning

03D-06-5

Detail 20588245

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. cooked chicken (12:35. 47°F - Cooling); cooked chicken (12:43. 50°F - Cooling) Operator moved the chicken to another cooling unit Corrective Action Taken Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 20588248

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

31B-02-4

Detail 20588260

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink Observed no paper towels at the front counter hand wash sink and in the bathroom Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20588259

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

14-01-5

Detail 20588247

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the sugar container a plastic cup without handles used as scoop Warning

14-05-4

Detail 20588261

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in the walk in freezer cardboard lining the shelves Warning

36-37-5

Detail 20588250

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

36-36-4

Detail 20588256

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top of the walk in cooler. Warning

36-32-5

Detail 20588251

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Repeat Violation Warning

13-03-4

Detail 20588253

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 20588254

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed on the floor of the walk in cooler soy sauce container. Observed in the dishwashing area an oil container stored on the floor Repeat Violation Warning

21-04-4

Detail 20588257

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 20588258

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of cardboard containers stored on the floor of the front area of the restaurant Warning

29-49-6

Detail 20588249

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the kitchen reach in cooler Warning

06-01-5

Detail 20588246

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings being thawed in the triple sink in standing watet Warning

14-17-4

Detail 20588255

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observ Repeat Violation Warning