THE LICKING SOUTH BEACH
754 - 758 WASHINGTON AVE UNIT, UNIT CU 3-4
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/27/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 06-09-1: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 salmon in reduced oxygen packaging with bearing label at temperature of 42F. Operator discarded items. Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the whole establishment.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 salmon in reduced oxygen packaging with bearing label at temperature of 42F. Operator discarded items.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) stored next to the fryers for less than 1 hour, as per operator. Employee placed more ice around the container. **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/27/2025 revealed 6 total violations (2 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the hot box gasket hanging. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the hot box gasket hanging. Warning **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles leaving large gaps with standing water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles leaving large gaps with standing water. Warning **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the four large plastic containers with flour and other ingredients soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the four large plastic containers with flour and other ingredients soiled. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 large plastic containers with different ingredients not labeled. The manager labeled the containers. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 large plastic containers with different ingredients not labeled. The manager labeled the containers. Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 11/19/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
9
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed next to the ice machine. Warning
- 06-09-1: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 5 salmon fillets with an internal temperature of 35°F. still in the vacuum. The manager opened the vacuum bags. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a container with a spoon on the preparation table by the steam table. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the hot box gasket hanging. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles leaving large gaps with standing water. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the four large plastic containers with flour and other ingredients soiled. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in the mop bucket. The manager put it inverted over the mop sink. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 large plastic containers with different ingredients not labeled. The manager labeled the containers. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over green leafy vegetables in the walk-in cooler. The manager put the greens in the top shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 the CFM Jaida Almarales certificate expired on 10-05-2024. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cook line. The manager put towels. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom. The cashier put soap in the dispenser. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/19/2024 revealed 14 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 6/24/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
6
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled at warewashing area and ceiling tiles soiled over steam table.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal containers stored above three compartment sink. Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at unit near plates rack at kitchen.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sugar container top soiled with sugar residue next to three compartment sink.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar and flour with no common name at three compartment sink area. Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at preparation sink with rag and scrubbing pad inside. Items were removed. 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 strips available.
- 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 cooked yellow rice with no date marking. As per chef, made day before.
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/24/2024 revealed 9 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 3/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at cook line near kitchen hood. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-25: Observed wall soiled at cook line near kitchen hood. **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar and flour with no common name at three compartment sink area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-25: Observed container of sugar and flour with no common name at three compartment sink area. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at kitchen are. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-25: Observed can opener soiled at kitchen are. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/25/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls w/ no handles uncooked rice container located at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Observed equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at ware washing area. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at cook line near kitchen hood. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar and flour with no common name at three compartment sink area. 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. Provided manager with vomit and diarrheal cleanup procedures. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at kitchen are. Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreements. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2024 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 4 basic).
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Phone: (305) 397-8588
Website: http://thelicking.com/
Google Rating
★★★½☆ (3.6/5)
(1,835 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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Serves Beer
Lunch
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Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025