ESHU'S CAFE
9090 NW S RIVER DR #1-3
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.0/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/13/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cups stored inside beans container under prep table in kitchen. Operator removed cups. Corrected On-Site
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside kitchen.
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean dishes not inverted under prep table in kitchen.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sugar container stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed towel. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed stainless steel oven on prep table in kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior between white reach in freezers in kitchen. Also, observed shelves have accumulation of soil residues in Walk in cooler.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over green peppers in Walk in cooler. Operator stored food correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw chorizo and raw bacon inside black refrigerator in kitchen. Operator stored food correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored in hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed utensils. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/13/2025 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 8/26/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
12
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards inside kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 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 personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed phone. Corrected On-Site
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Operator provided a hair net. Corrected On-Site
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle inside kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside black microwave on prep table inside kitchen.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walknin cooler fan covers. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container unlabeled inside kitchen.
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shells eggs stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored eggs inside reach in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chlorine unlabeled on shelf by hand wash sink. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/26/2024 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 3/21/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
7
Total
14
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside shredded bread container under prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both white cutting boards on prep table inside kitchen.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sweet potatoes container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator stored scoop correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken container not covered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered container. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw shell eggs and handling clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored inside thank you bags in black refrigerator.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over tamales inside Walk in cooler. Operator stored food correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs over prep table inside kitchen. As per Operator eggs have been outside for 30 minutes. Operator placed eggs in reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Repeat Violation
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottles with sanitizer not labeled under prep table inside kitchen. Operator labeled spry bottles. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/21/2024 revealed 14 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 10/16/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
12
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups stored inside seasoning and chicken base containers on shelf inside kitchen. Operator removed them. Corrected On-Site
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pot and plastic containers not inverted on shelf by kitchen back door. Operator inverted them. Corrected On-Site
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator put a hair restraint. Corrected On-Site
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated under cook line inside kitchen.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle inside kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. Corrected On-Site
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights missing proper shield inside kitchen.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fryers by griddle inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator put them inside bucket with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container stored inside dry storage. Operator labeled it. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and serving ready to eat beef steak without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee removed old gloves, washed hands, and put new gloves. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese inside reach in cooler. Operator stored them correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under hand sink by three compartment sink inside kitchen.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing towel inside hand wash sink inside kitchen.
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As per Operator employees have a month working at Food Establishment. Maidel Pinera, Sara Aguiar, and Eduardo Medero.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/16/2023 revealed 17 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 12 basic).
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Phone: (305) 381-5941
Website: https://eshuscafe.com/
Google Rating
★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
(136 reviews)Opening Hours
Monday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday:6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday:Closed
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Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025