Glenvar Heights, Miami-Dade County

CHORIPAN CAFETERIA

4546 SW 74 AVE, Glenvar Heights, FL 33155

FoodSeating
Latest violations
11
1 High Priority
Mar 16, 2026
City
Glenvar Heights
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
10

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.

Mar 16, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

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

29-34-4

Detail 24440798

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Time Extended

41-17-4

Detail 24440790

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24440792

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage. Time Extended

14-38-4

Detail 24440794

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed two cracked containers near front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed two cracked containers near front counter. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24440791

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Time Extended

29-08-4

Detail 24440795

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24440789

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior. Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 24440799

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 24440793

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer with rusted shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed walk in freezer with rusted shelves. Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 24440797

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution. Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 24440796

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line. Time Extended

Mar 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 13Total: 18

41-07-4

Detail 24438519

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of acetaminophen stored on shelf above coffee prep station. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 24438520

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (64F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); sausage (44F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across the cook line.

41-10-4

Detail 24438527

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle spray can of WD-40 stored ext to clean dishes in storage area. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 24438516

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.

41-17-4

Detail 24438532

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label.

36-06-4

Detail 24438530

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.

36-32-5

Detail 24438517

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage.

14-74-7

Detail 24438528

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.

14-09-4

Detail 24438529

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards in kitchen area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.

14-38-4

Detail 24438531

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed two cracked containers near front counter.

10-20-4

Detail 24438525

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed set of tongs stored on fire suppression pipe.

23-03-4

Detail 24438524

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.

29-08-4

Detail 24438521

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water.

22-16-4

Detail 24438533

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior.

14-33-4

Detail 24438523

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves.

14-17-4

Detail 24438526

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

21-12-4

Detail 24438522

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution.

02D-01-5

Detail 24438518

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line.

Nov 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

53A-05-6

Detail 24180662

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/ Observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Did not observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24180660

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler. Time Extended

21-04-4

Detail 24180659

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed on preparation table at kitchen area. Time Extended

40-01-4

Detail 24180663

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area. Time Extended

35B-09-4

Detail 24180658

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair Observed back exit door with torn screen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed back exit door with torn screen. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 24180664

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area. Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 24180661

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area. Time Extended

Nov 7, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 3Basic: 16Total: 25

41-07-4

Detail 24178395

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine stored at dry storage area with spices container.

22-41-4

Detail 24178391

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm) at triple sink. Operator correct ppm concentration Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm) during inspection. Corrected On-Site

12A-17-4

Detail 24178387

High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation washing hands for less than the proper time. Coached employee on proper procedure.

12A-19-4

Detail 24178382

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation washing her hands with cold water. Coached employee on proper procedure.

01B-02-5

Detail 24178386

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken Soup (54F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 24 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.

03A-02-5

Detail 24178390

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (44F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator less than an hour. Operator put it in ice bath for rapid cooling. Also observed Sliced Ham (45F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than an hour. Operator put it in ice bath for rapid cooling. Also Chicken Soup (54F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 24 hours. Operator discarded it during inspection.

31A-11-4

Detail 24178392

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paddle utensil stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area.

53A-05-6

Detail 24178377

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 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. Repeat Violation

14-14-4

Detail 24178375

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed inside coffee machine at front counter.

14-01-5

Detail 24178396

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside wheat container next to orange juice machine at front counter. Employee removed it during inspection. Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 24178388

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with a hole outside of meat walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 24178379

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler.

40-06-5

Detail 24178384

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed water bottle on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee discarded it during inspection. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 24178381

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipments at cook line area.

10-08-5

Detail 24178389

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at front counter. Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 24178378

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 plastic utensil stored inside rice touching the food.

21-04-4

Detail 24178385

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.

40-01-4

Detail 24178393

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area.

29-08-4

Detail 24178372

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed under triple sink at kitchen area.

35B-09-4

Detail 24178376

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair Observed back exit door with torn screen. Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 24178383

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several cases of single service cups stored on the floor at kitchen entrance. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 24178394

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area.

36-27-5

Detail 24178374

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind equipments at cook line. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 24178380

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area.

02D-01-5

Detail 24178373

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no labeled on top of preparation table at kitchen area.

Jun 26, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 3Basic: 12Total: 23

12A-27-4

Detail 23841780

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employees employee cracked shell eggs than continued to prepare food without washing hands prior. Coached employee correct hand washing procedures. Employee wash hand on site. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

22-45-4

Detail 23841785

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed plastic cups used to serve customers and rinse it but failed to sanitize it, at three compartment sink at front counter. Instructed operator to remove all the cups that were not sanitized and properly sanitize it before using it. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

22-12-5

Detail 23841771

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

08A-20-5

Detail 23841769

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed raw whole chicken stored over raw pork ribs in the walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

03A-03-5

Detail 23841786

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. At cook line observed raw eggs (81F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 1 hour. Employee transferred eggs back in the cooler to rapidly cool down. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

01B-13-4

Detail 23841789

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

03A-02-5

Detail 23841778

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler located at cook line raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook food was transferred to cooler less than 4 hours ago, instructed employee to transfer food to another working cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

03B-01-6

Detail 23841773

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 in the hot holding unit at front counter stuffed potatoes (89F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (90 F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (133F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours, instructed employee to reheat food items. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 23841781

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

31A-11-4

Detail 23841787

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored in the hand sink located at cook line. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

31B-05-4

Detail 23841774

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels, at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 23841777

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed prep cooler door handle soiled, cooler located at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

06-09-1

Detail 23841783

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 ROP fish fillets thawing in the walk in cooler, fish was still frozen when found, employee removed it on site. Coached and explained employees and kitchen manager to always remove ROP fish before thawing. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23841788

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door handle missing, observed also reach in freezer gasket torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 23841770

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler located towards kitchen door exit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 23841776

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at cook line interior soiled. Observed microwave interior soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 23841779

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23841782

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at storage area exterior of rice container soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

14-52-4

Detail 23841784

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed reach in freezer located at cook line with the original wrap cover. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 23841775

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 23841767

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 23841768

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of standing water on the bottom of prep cooler located at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

29-20-5

Detail 23841772

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink at front counter slow draining. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: Time Extended

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 24

12A-27-4

Detail 23427988

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employees employee cracked shell eggs than continued to prepare food without washing hands prior. Coached employee correct hand washing procedures. Employee wash hand on site. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-45-4

Detail 23427985

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed plastic cups used to serve customers and rinse it but failed to sanitize it, at three compartment sink at front counter. Instructed operator to remove all the cups that were not sanitized and properly sanitize it before using it. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-12-5

Detail 23427984

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Warning

08A-20-5

Detail 23427975

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed raw whole chicken stored over raw pork ribs in the walk in cooler. Warning

03A-03-5

Detail 23427991

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. At cook line observed raw eggs (81F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 1 hour. Employee transferred eggs back in the cooler to rapidly cool down. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 23427996

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23427979

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler located at cook line raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook food was transferred to cooler less than 4 hours ago, instructed employee to transfer food to another working cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 23427994

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the hot holding unit at front counter stuffed potatoes (89F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (90 F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (133F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours, instructed employee to reheat food items. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23427989

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23427993

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored in the hand sink located at cook line. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

53B-02-5

Detail 23427978

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Rafael Filipini working for about 60 days, as per operator with no proof of training. Warning

31B-05-4

Detail 23427990

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels, at cook line. Warning

23-24-4

Detail 23427982

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed prep cooler door handle soiled, cooler located at cook line. Warning

06-09-1

Detail 23427973

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 ROP fish fillets thawing in the walk in cooler, fish was still frozen when found, employee removed it on site. Coached and explained employees and kitchen manager to always remove ROP fish before thawing. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. Corrective Action Taken Warning

14-11-5

Detail 23427986

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door handle missing, observed also reach in freezer gasket torn. Warning

36-22-4

Detail 23427992

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler located towards kitchen door exit. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 23427981

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at cook line interior soiled. Observed microwave interior soiled. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23427980

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at front counter. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 23427974

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at storage area exterior of rice container soiled. Warning

14-52-4

Detail 23427995

Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed reach in freezer located at cook line with the original wrap cover. Warning

14-33-4

Detail 23427983

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

22-16-4

Detail 23427987

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at storage area. Warning

29-49-6

Detail 23427977

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of standing water on the bottom of prep cooler located at cook line. Warning

29-20-5

Detail 23427976

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink at front counter slow draining. Warning

Feb 20, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 12

41-27-4

Detail 23572886

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket at 200plus ppm. Employee diluted solution with a final reading of 50ppm. Corrected On-Site

53A-05-6

Detail 23572885

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 four or more employees at the time of inspection with no certified manager present.

36-32-5

Detail 23572883

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling next to walk in cooler in poor repair. Observed a whole in the ceiling above the walk in freezer door.

36-34-5

Detail 23572893

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at front counter soiled with debris.

14-11-5

Detail 23572888

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door handle missing at storage area. Repeat Violation

35B-01-4

Detail 23572891

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap,at screen door at rear of kitchen.

08B-38-4

Detail 23572889

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fry oil stored on the floor at kitchen area. Manager removed and placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 23572892

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at chest freezer in store room.

10-08-5

Detail 23572890

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice. Employee properly placed scoop. Corrected On-Site

35B-09-4

Detail 23572884

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen door at rear of kitchen with screen torn.

22-16-4

Detail 23572887

Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in freezer soiled with food debris.

36-27-5

Detail 23572882

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind fryers soiled with grease debris.

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 9

41-07-4

Detail 22832581

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on self above prep table - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed medicine stored on self above prep table Time Extended

41-27-4

Detail 22832587

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 200 plus ppm - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 0ppm, employee took solution to replenish with chlorine. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 22832580

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter and serving spoon inside of hand wash sink in kitchen area - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter Time Extended

36-51-4

Detail 22832583

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 22832586

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area Time Extended

10-01-5

Detail 22832584

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22832582

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Time Extended

35B-03-4

Detail 22832579

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 22832585

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen Time Extended

Apr 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 10Intermediate: 3Basic: 11Total: 24

41-07-4

Detail 22828484

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on self above prep table

01B-01-4

Detail 22828495

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of mushrooms dented and one can of tomato puree rusted.

12A-12-4

Detail 22828490

High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee switch from working with raw pork to cut vegetables without washing hands

14-31-5

Detail 22828477

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside non food grade bags inside rice container and at steam table. Employee removed products from bag at steam table. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 22828475

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat diced ham at flip top cooler

03A-03-5

Detail 22828479

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line as per employee, for 2 hours. Observed shell eggs stored at 62F inside of walk in cooler. As per employee, since the previous day.

01B-02-5

Detail 22828476

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beans with eggs (64F - Cold Holding); beans (58F - Cold Holding); lasagna (59F - Cold Holding); Shell eggs stored at 62F inside of walk in cooler, and raw fish (48F - Cold Holding) inside of reach in cooler as per manager since previous day.

03A-02-5

Detail 22828478

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans with eggs (64F - Cold Holding); beans (58F - Cold Holding); lasagna (59F - Cold Holding)Observed raw fish (48F - Cold Holding) inside of reach in cooler at cook line as per manager since previous day.

03B-01-6

Detail 22828487

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquetas (94F - Hot Holding); pan de bono (88F - Hot Holding); as per manager for 2 hours.

41-27-4

Detail 22828489

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 200 plus ppm

53A-10-4

Detail 22828482

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unaware of how to calibrate thermometer. Discussed with manager how to calibrate probe thermometer. Provided manager with calibration handout. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22828492

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled and deli slicer soiled with old food debris. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 22828498

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter and serving spoon inside of hand wash sink in kitchen area

36-51-4

Detail 22828481

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine Repeat Violation

14-74-7

Detail 22828496

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. Observed ambient temperature at walk in cooler at 62F. Repair technician arrived during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

14-09-4

Detail 22828483

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with stains and cut marks in kitchen.

36-22-4

Detail 22828494

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area

08B-38-4

Detail 22828493

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on floor inside of walk in freezer

10-01-5

Detail 22828485

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 handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers.

23-03-4

Detail 22828488

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

14-33-4

Detail 22828480

Basic - Observed rust on bottom inside of reach in cooler at front counter.

35B-03-4

Detail 22828486

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 22828491

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays stored on the floor across from ice machine.

21-12-4

Detail 22828497

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen

Nov 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

14-31-5

Detail 22456343

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork and raw chicken stored inside non food grade bags at walk in cooler.

08A-04-5

Detail 22456351

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over potatoes at walk in cooler.

22-02-4

Detail 22456352

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with heavy accumulation of old food debris.

53A-05-6

Detail 22456348

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 food employees serving and preparing food, no CFM present.

32-04-4

Detail 22456349

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

36-51-4

Detail 22456350

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler fan guard missing, leaving fan exposed.

36-32-5

Detail 22456353

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine near back exit door.

14-69-4

Detail 22456347

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at storage area.

31B-04-4

Detail 22456346

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women's bathroom.

24-06-4

Detail 22456342

Basic - Observed clean knives stored on magnet holster soiled with old food debris. Located at cook line.

35B-03-4

Detail 22456345

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection.

21-12-4

Detail 22456344

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter and cook line.