South Miami Heights, Miami-Dade County

SAK PASE RESTAURANT

18900 SW 114 AVE, South Miami Heights, FL 33157

FoodSeating
Latest violations
15
1 High Priority
Sep 24, 2025
City
South Miami Heights
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Ownership Changed
Inspections
16

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.

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 14Total: 15

08B-27-4

Detail 24061472

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease . - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24061473

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24061471

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24061479

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed two holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. Time Extended

14-74-7

Detail 24061467

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working, highest temperature reading 47°F. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24061469

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24061478

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 24061470

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24061475

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 24061477

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended

33-19-4

Detail 24061480

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed cardboard boxes were not removed. Time Extended

33-11-4

Detail 24061474

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 24061481

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24061476

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 24061468

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended

Sep 23, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 20Total: 25

08B-27-4

Detail 24058819

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease . - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. Time Extended

14-15-4

Detail 24058836

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer. Time Extended

35A-05-4

Detail 24058817

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed 1 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen near standing reach in cooler. Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 24058820

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. Time Extended

31A-11-4

Detail 24058824

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed a large cooking spatula stored in the hand wash sink. Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24058834

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24058839

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24058829

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24058832

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. Time Extended

14-74-7

Detail 24058827

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24058828

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 24058837

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed 7 dead roach total, 1 in front of walk in cooler and 2 next to the 3 compartment sink area, 1 in the dry storage area, 2 in front of the reach in cooler in front area, 1 in shelving unit in the front area. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24058835

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 24058830

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 24058818

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash soiled Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24058840

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 24058833

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. Time Extended

33-19-4

Detail 24058831

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 24058821

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair. Time Extended

33-11-4

Detail 24058822

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 24058825

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24058816

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 24058823

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 24058838

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area. Time Extended

36-10-4

Detail 24058826

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) soiled. Time Extended

Sep 22, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 3Basic: 28Total: 37

12A-10-4

Detail 24054428

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 an employee wipe sweat from forehead and proceed to prep food without washing hands and changing gloves.

08B-27-4

Detail 24054417

High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease .

14-15-4

Detail 24054429

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer.

35A-05-4

Detail 24054413

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.

01B-02-5

Detail 24054404

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.

03A-02-5

Detail 24054421

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.

22-02-4

Detail 24054400

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen.

31A-11-4

Detail 24054407

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink.

02C-02-5

Detail 24054426

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler by the stove not date marked. As per operator it was cooked 2 days ago.

14-01-5

Detail 24054397

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle being used to dispense fish, located inside the walk in cooler.

23-24-4

Detail 24054398

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.

36-37-5

Detail 24054405

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

36-32-5

Detail 24054401

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.

36-34-5

Detail 24054427

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.

14-74-7

Detail 24054420

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 reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.

36-03-4

Detail 24054412

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding non the wall next to freezer and prep table.

50-09-4

Detail 24054414

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.

35A-03-4

Detail 24054403

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas.

13-04-4

Detail 24054396

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without no beard guard while engaged in food preparation.

13-03-4

Detail 24054424

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

14-11-5

Detail 24054415

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.

35B-01-4

Detail 24054418

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath the back exit door. Repeat Violation

36-22-4

Detail 24054430

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink

36-73-4

Detail 24054422

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled.

36-17-5

Detail 24054411

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation

36-11-4

Detail 24054431

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.

33-19-4

Detail 24054402

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.

36-24-5

Detail 24054416

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair.

33-11-4

Detail 24054432

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.

05-09-4

Detail 24054399

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.

23-03-4

Detail 24054410

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

21-44-1

Detail 24054425

Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table next to the steam table.

08B-12-5

Detail 24054423

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food stored in the walk in cooler not covered, Also Observed food inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 24054408

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

36-27-5

Detail 24054409

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

21-12-4

Detail 24054406

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

36-10-4

Detail 24054419

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled. Repeat Violation

May 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-37-5

Detail 23791346

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23791347

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: Time Extended

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 12

53A-05-6

Detail 23664790

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 no certified manager present with more than four employees at time of inspection. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23664791

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area. Warning

36-37-5

Detail 23664792

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

24-08-4

Detail 23664785

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23664789

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

36-17-5

Detail 23664787

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler in poor repair with broken tiles. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23664788

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of raw chicken stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Employee placed on shelf. Warning

51-18-6

Detail 23664793

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 23664796

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 23664786

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 23664794

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container of stew at the walk in freezer uncovered. Employee covered during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-10-4

Detail 23664795

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor underneath triple sink soiled with debris. Warning

Oct 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

22-02-4

Detail 23292710

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food preparation table at kitchen entrance soiled with old food debris. Observed stored metal bowls soiled on shelf at back storage area. Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 23292711

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and non absorbent at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter.

35B-01-4

Detail 23292709

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. Repeat Violation

38-11-4

Detail 23292706

Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed light no functioning at kitchen entrance.

31B-04-4

Detail 23292708

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at restroom. Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink located next to bar. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23292707

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food debris between fryers.

08B-12-5

Detail 23292703

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed conch batter and sauces not covered located at walk-in cooler. Employee began to cover items. Corrective Action Taken

14-17-4

Detail 23292705

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

36-27-5

Detail 23292704

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind fry station soiled with old food debris. Also observed floor soiled underneath three compartment sink and back storage area.

May 15, 2024

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

14-31-5

Detail 22875586

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 22875585

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 22875587

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 22875583

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 22875589

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22875582

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 22875584

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 22875588

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. Time Extended

May 13, 2024

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 13

03D-01-5

Detail 22867981

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Owner discarded food during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

01B-36-5

Detail 22867986

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 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Operator discarded all foods during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

14-31-5

Detail 22867983

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.

22-02-4

Detail 22867985

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.

23-24-4

Detail 22867987

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.

35B-01-4

Detail 22867980

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

05-09-4

Detail 22867992

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.

31B-04-4

Detail 22867989

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom.

23-03-4

Detail 22867991

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

21-11-4

Detail 22867982

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed sanitizing solution during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 22867988

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

36-27-5

Detail 22867984

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

42-01-4

Detail 22867990

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

May 13, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

22-08-4

Detail 22867979

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. Warning Time Extended

Feb 28, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

53B-05-5

Detail 22679074

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. Nirva Jean, Dunrberg Jean. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 22679076

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee battled water stored on the preparation table next to the steam table at cook line. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 22679075

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

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 8Total: 12

50-17-3

Detail 22521014

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

31A-11-4

Detail 22521022

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tray stored in the hand sink located in the kitchen, also observed food residue in the same hand wash sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 22521019

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink located in the kitchen.

02C-02-5

Detail 22521018

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the reach in cooler located in the cook line observed cooked Oxtail stored in the unit over 24 hours not date marked.

13-03-4

Detail 22521017

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in the cook line.

14-69-4

Detail 22521013

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer located in the cook line.

10-07-4

Detail 22521011

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in stand water at 79.

22-08-4

Detail 22521015

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both oven in the kitchen.

22-16-4

Detail 22521012

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler located in the cook line interior of the lid and around the rim of the interior soiled, reach in cooler at front counter interior soiled.

29-49-6

Detail 22521021

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler located in the cook line.

08B-12-5

Detail 22521016

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked Oxtail in the walk in cooler not covered.

21-02-4

Detail 22521020

Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.

Jun 29, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

11-27-4

Detail 22094850

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 provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

11-26-1

Detail 22094851

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. Form provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

36-36-4

Detail 22094852

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed behind the walk-in cooler.

Nov 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 17

08A-05-6

Detail 21596266

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above cooked rice in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 21596258

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen area.

31A-09-4

Detail 21596265

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 21596261

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in kitchen area. Manager restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 21596255

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked steak,Mac and cheese and cooked pork over 24 hours held inside walk in cooler not date marked. Manager labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 21596263

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in sauce container inside walk-in cooler.Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 21596268

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled walk in cooler and walk in freezer handles.

36-34-5

Detail 21596260

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

13-03-4

Detail 21596267

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

22-16-4

Detail 21596253

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units in kitchen area.

25-05-4

Detail 21596256

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo containers stored on floor at the front counter. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 21596259

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit in front of steam table.

08B-12-5

Detail 21596262

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef,cooked rice and Mac N cheese not covered in shelves inside walk-in cooler. Also cooked goat and cooked pork in reach in cooler unit in kitchen area. Manager covered during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 21596257

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

36-27-5

Detail 21596254

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

21-12-4

Detail 21596264

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in kitchen area.

21-09-4

Detail 21596252

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.

Apr 21, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 13

03A-02-5

Detail 21031830

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler cooked beans (52 F - Cold Holding) Beans were discarded. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 21031833

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled interior on right side of ice bin. Observed soiled interior of microwave.

05-06-4

Detail 21031834

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer was not calibrated 48 F. Probe thermometer was calibrated to 32 F with operator. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 21031832

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Mac n cheese in walk in cooler not date marked. Date was marked on Mac n cheese. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 21031825

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in pork. Bowl was removed from pork. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 21031828

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-09-4

Detail 21031829

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board on prep table.

51-18-6

Detail 21031836

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

29-49-6

Detail 21031827

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to fryers.

08B-12-5

Detail 21031831

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed no lid on okra. Lid was placed on okra. Corrected On-Site

36-50-4

Detail 21031835

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled fans in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 21031826

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind rack in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 21031837

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

Nov 29, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 27, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

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

03A-02-5

Detail 20542945

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler,cookline: cooked pork (50°F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (49°F - Cold Holding); as per operator about 2 hrs ago, Operator placed in walk-in freezer for rapid cooling. 2nd temperatures: cooked pork at 39°F, diced tomatoes at 41°F. Corrective Action Taken Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 20542942

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pot stored in the hand wash sink located in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20542944

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. Observed Nirva, Dunberg. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 20542943

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense bulk beans. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 20542946

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of chicken stored on the walk in cooler floor. Corrected On-Site Warning

21-04-4

Detail 20542939

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-50-4

Detail 20542941

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan cover in walk in cooler soiled with accumulation of dust. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 20542947

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning

21-12-4

Detail 20542940

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on the pack line/ steam table. Repeat Violation Warning