SMOOTHIE SPOT HIALEAH
3520 W 18 AVE, SUITE 100
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/18/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
6
Basic
12
Total
21
Inspection Details:
- 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at preparation table next to standing reach in cooler. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean containers stored on the floor next to HWS across from standing reach in cooler. Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone on preparation table next to reach in cooler. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of carrots stored on the floor in walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-01-5: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 scoop in protein powder container at front counter smoothie station. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at HWS at front counter. Warning
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucets at HWS at front counter not working. Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of single service cups stored on the floor across from men's bathroom. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table next to standing reach in cooler. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at front counter coffee station not labeled. Warning
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in kitchen area. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed the container on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at preparation sink next to ice machine at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed the tuna salad and shredded cheese on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottles of hand soap and container lids in HWS across from standing reach in cooler. Warning
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at front counter coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-02-4:Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed assorted cookies and cakes at front counter without minimum labeling. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at HWS sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels. Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired certifications for all employees. Certifications expired 08/2024. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/18/2024 revealed 21 total violations (3 high priority, 6 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 7/12/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
3
Total
9
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at men's bathroom and kitchen areas ceiling tile missing. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed at men's bathroom and kitchen areas ceiling tile missing. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing throughout preparation area and front counter area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed tiles missing throughout preparation area and front counter area. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign a Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed no handwashing sign at front counter hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
- 29-37-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed on vegetable sink at smoothie station. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed on vegetable sink at smoothie station. **Time Extended**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed avocados toast with sunny side eggs not identified on menu. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed avocados toast with sunny side eggs not identified on menu. **Time Extended**
- 53A-05-6: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 5 employees no CFM present during inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed 5 employees no CFM present during inspection. **Time Extended**
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no grad brush at coffee station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no grad brush at coffee station. **Time Extended**
- 16-28-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed vegetable washing sink at smoothie station used for ware washing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed vegetable washing sink at smoothie station used for ware washing. **Time Extended**
- 02D-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cookies and cakes at front counter without proper labeling , missing ingredients, address and name of business. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cookies and cakes at front counter without proper labeling , missing ingredients, address and name of business. Cookies and cakes no labeled. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/12/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 7/11/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
6
Basic
4
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at men's bathroom and kitchen areas ceiling tile missing. Repeat Violation Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle water on top on preparation table . Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing throughout preparation area and front counter area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign a Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over shredded lettuce, Employee stored salmon properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed on vegetable sink at smoothie station. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter items placed 90 minutes prior shredded lettuce (63F - Cold Holding); baby spinach 53 (63F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (52F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (54F - Cold Holding); salmon salad (57F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding). Employee added ice to table to cool dawn. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed avocados toast with sunny side eggs not identified on menu. Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees no CFM present during inspection. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to prep area , employee provided paper towels during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no grad brush at coffee station. Warning
- 16-28-4:Intermediate - One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed vegetable washing sink at smoothie station used for ware washing. Warning
- 02D-02-4:Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cookies and cakes at front counter without proper labeling , missing ingredients, address and name of business. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/11/2024 revealed 13 total violations (3 high priority, 6 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 3/5/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
3
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by men bathroom ceiling tile missing.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/01/2023 Manager printed and displayed current license. Corrected On-Site
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed trough out preparation and storage areas.Tiles missing. Repeat Violation
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice station. Repeat Violation
- 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Bottles of dressings no date labeled after opening, according to manager open the day before at 09:30 am.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to mop sink. Employee provided soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade brush used at coffee station. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/5/2024 revealed 7 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/31/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
8
Total
14
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Trough out restaurant. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove cutting board at prep table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed groove cutting board at prep table. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of lime juice stored on walk in freezer floors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed cases of lime juice stored on walk in freezer floors. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 29-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water faucet No working at hand wash sink by front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed cold water faucet No working at hand wash sink by front counter. **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 29-37-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at prep sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice preparation station sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed Spray hose at prep sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice preparation station sink. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink across prep table Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed bucket inside hand wash sink across prep table **Time Extended**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw in menu. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw in menu. **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. **Time Extended**
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no basting brush at coffee station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no basting brush at coffee station. **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler containers with cooked lentils, ground beef and marinated raw chicken according to manager prepared the day before no date labeled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Observed raw chicken according to manager prepared the day before no date labeled. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/31/2023 revealed 14 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 8/30/2023
High Priority
8
Intermediate
8
Basic
10
Total
26
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove cutting board at prep table. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of lime juice stored on walk in freezer floors. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer Warning
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoops with handles inside protein powders at smoothie station. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water faucet No working at hand wash sink by front counter. Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not inverted at front counter. Operator inverted the containers. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area. Warning
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 dented corn cans stored on shelves. Manager discarded cans. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed smoked salmon over unwashed vegetables inside walk in cooler. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over garlic paste. Operator rearranged the products and stored smoked salmon under ready to eat foods. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching phone and then proceeded to food prep. Operator was advised of correct glove use and hand washing procedures. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at prep sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice preparation station sink. Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 dented corn cans in storage shelve. Manager discarded dented cans. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (56F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (56F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (55F - Cold Holding) located at front counter. Placed about 1 hour ago. Employee put ice to food containers to cool dawn. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (110F - Hot Holding); sweet potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); ground turkey (135F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (127F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (127F - Cold Holding) at steam tables in front counter. Prepare 2 hours ago according to manager. Employee took cooked mushrooms, sweet potatoes cooked chicken, and cooked beef to the kitchen to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 11-27-4: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. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink across prep table Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw in menu. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. Warning
- 11-26-1: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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. Warning
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no basting brush at coffee station. Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler containers with cooked lentils, ground beef and marinated raw chicken according to manager prepared the day before no date labeled. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 revealed 26 total violations (8 high priority, 8 intermediate, 10 basic).