THE ORIGINAL PITA HUT INC
530 41 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.4/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/17/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
11
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside ice machine.
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed in the dishmachine located in the watewashing area.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on ceiling vents. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing jewelry while cooking. Employee took it out immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler dirty.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor.observed chicken pea bags, plastic bottles of waters and tea on the dry storage floor.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed accumulation of ice buildup up on freezer located in dry storage.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet paper underneath cutting board. Employee moved it. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed old food residue inside microwave. Employee cleaned it. Corrected On-Site
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee in training getting a personal item from the floor , then touching clean utensil. Employee washed his hands . Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/17/2024 revealed 12 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 7/8/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
9
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed on second floor. Repeat Violation
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some pots not inverted on shelves.
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating behind the counter at the front prep area . Employee was coached and moved to the dining area . Corrected On-Site
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water residue on clean containers ready to use .
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on the floor behind the equipments . Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled .
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler / Reach in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed old food residues inside reach in freezer.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper soup food containers stored on the floor .
- 29-03-4:Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water from dishwasher machine draining on the floor.
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken above raw beef inside reach in freezer, not all the products were commercially packaged. Employee moved the chicken to the bottom. Corrected On-Site
- 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 manager certificate expired for Eithan Eltaresy 5/16/2024.
- 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/ No certified manager present at the time of the inspection.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at the hand sink station located in the kitchen. Employee restocked the station. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing employee food handler training for Francesca Ghezzi, Amit Ben Natan and Travin Eugene Barr Jr.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product in spray bottle without label. Employee labeled the bottle as degreaser . Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/8/2024 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 2/21/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
0
Basic
8
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 oz plastic container used to scoop salt.
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans and pots stored in dirty shelves in the Warewashing area .. Employee cleaned the shelves. Corrected On-Site
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing cover for trash container inside women bathroom. Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee mug on the prep table at the front. Employee moved it immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing bracelets when engaged in food preparation at the front .
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris underneath the shelving at the dry storage. Employee started sweeping the floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at dry storage area second floor.
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on the top of the ice machine. The surface was dusty. Employee washed the scoop and placed it inside a clean food container. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-02-4:High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed apple strude almond croissant display on a tray at the front counter without protection. No sneezed guard observed . Employee wrapped the food tray . Corrected On-Site
- 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee came from outside and started working with clean utensils without washing her hands. Employee washed her hands after being coached about the issue . Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/21/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 0 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 7/20/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
11
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door . Observed soiled doors on reach in coolers at the front line.
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles at the kitchen area . Repeat Violation
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed missing lid for trash container inside women restroom. Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tahini boxes on the floor.
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall next to the hand sink located inside the prep kitchen area.
- 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 tong handles touching the red cabbage and the coleslaw salad at the front buffet display. Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed paper towel under cutting boards.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with a of grease.
- 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. 2nd floor.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty items inside the hand sink . Manager moved them out. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 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. Missing proof for employee reporting agreement. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/20/2023 revealed 11 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
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Phone: (305) 531-6090
Website: http://www.pitahutmiami.com/
Google Rating
★★★½☆ (3.8/5)
(1,132 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
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Serves Beer
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Lunch
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Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025