BAHAMA FISH
7202 SW 8 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/25/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
10
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup used as scoop in beans. Operator discarded on site. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed cup used as scoop in beans; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed soiled door handles in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed throughout kitchen area; during call back. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to dryer where tiles are in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed next to dryer where tiles are in disrepair. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed next to fryer in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed next to fryer in kitchen; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near entrance to fish market. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed near entrance to fish market; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled vents in coolers. Observed soiled containers of exterior of food items. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed soiled vents in coolers. Observed soiled containers of exterior of food items; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed throughout kitchen area, at callback. **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 at bar with no label. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed container of sugar at bar with no label; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak and raw chicken above fresh salsa and sauces. Operator moved during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed raw steak and raw chicken above fresh salsa and sauces; at callback. Cook on site moved order during callback inspection report. **Time Extended** Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chopper next to reach in cooler soiled. Observed shelves soiled where kitchen utensils and dry food are kept in kitchen area. Observed soiled can opener on prep table; operator placed in dish area to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed shelves soiled where kitchen utensils and dry food are kept in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed multiple new employees with no signed agreement or training, less than 1 month since their hiring date. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed multiple new employees with no signed agreement or training, less than 1 month since their hiring date; at time of callback. Inspector provided firm for manager to correct. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on food contact shelves and dry dish racks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed on food contact shelves and dry dish racks; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle at warewash area with no label. Operator wrote during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed spray bottle at warewash area with no label. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/25/2025 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 2/24/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
8
Basic
12
Total
22
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup used as scoop in beans. Operator discarded on site. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation 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 water bottle on prep table. Observed purse above reach in freezer. Operator moved items during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to dryer where tiles are in disrepair. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed next to fryer in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near entrance to fish market. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled vents in coolers. Observed soiled containers of exterior of food items. Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen area. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at bar with no label. Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flies in kitchen area on walls and ceiling. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak and raw chicken above fresh salsa and sauces. Operator moved during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 53A-10-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manger unable to calibrate thermometer verbally. Inspector went over process with operator. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 05-07-4:Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed manger unable to calibrate thermometer verbally. Inspector went over process with operator. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chopper next to reach in cooler soiled. Observed shelves soiled where kitchen utensils and dry food are kept in kitchen area. Observed soiled can opener on prep table; operator placed in dish area to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink in kitchen with strainer and Tupperware inside. Operator moved items on site. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no thermometer on site. Repeat Violation 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. Observed multiple new employees with no signed agreement or training, less than 1 month since their hiring date. Warning
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on food contact shelves and dry dish racks. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle at warewash area with no label. Operator wrote during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/24/2025 revealed 22 total violations (2 high priority, 8 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 11/18/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
17
Total
23
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored in beans. Operator discarded cup. Corrected On-Site
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled next to kitchen exit.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed soiled ceiling above stove area.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license on display at time of inspection.
- 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 cellphone on prep table above cold holding prep top. Observed water bottle on prep table next to cam opener.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing near front of fryer in kitchen
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantains on floor during prep. Inspector spoke to operator on proper storage, operator moved plantains to table. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall damage behind ice machine in dining area.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at both hand sinks in kitchen area. Inspector provided form for operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.operator closed lid at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelving throughout reach in coolers in kitchen area. Repeat Violation
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed chemical sanitizer and oyster containers reused for food storage. Observed fish and shrimp and rice stored in containers.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in across stove.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen swy in standing water under prep table. Operator moved under running water Corrected On-Site
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen area. Repeat Violation
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet cloths stored on prep tab,es and shelves throughout kitchen area. Coached operator on proper storage.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar with no label under prep table and container of flour with no label above chest freezer. Operator wrote in permanent mark name of contents for both containers. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above Krab and vegetables. Operator moved beef. Observed raw shell eggs stored above washed limes. Operator moved eggs. 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 pork stored above raw swy. Operator moved pork. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can blade. Operator removed and put in warewash area. Observed sheet pans soiled with debris on shelf next to kitchen entrance. Operator placed in warewash area to clean properly. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed grocery bag and car keys stored on hand sink in ware wash area. Operator removed items during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.observed no probe thermometer
- 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. Observed no agreement form, inspector provided form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/18/2024 revealed 23 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 17 basic).
Inspection on 3/27/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 21-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed wet towels on top of prep table in the kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed wet towels on top of prep table in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed interior of oven soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed interior of oven soiled. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed standing ric shelve rusted located in the kitchen by the back door. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed standing ric shelve rusted located in the kitchen by the back door. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed interior of ric soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed interior of ric soiled. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed kitchen wall soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: During the callback inspection observed kitchen wall soiled. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. Observed can opener soiled, located at preparation table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Duri the callback inspection observed cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Duri the callback inspection observed cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/27/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 3/19/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
9
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed interior of ice machine soiled. **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with mayonnaise stored on the floor, near preparation table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed plastic container with mayonnaise stored on the floor, near preparation table. **Time Extended**
- 21-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed wet towels on top of prep table in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed interior of oven soiled. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed standing ric shelve rusted located in the kitchen by the back door. **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed dumpster lid open. **Time Extended** Corrected On-Site
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed interior of ric soiled. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed kitchen wall soiled. **Time Extended**
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw lobster over cooked malanga fritter, stored inside reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed them correctly. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed raw beef and raw chicken over cooked food inside standing cooler located in the kitchen area by the back door. **Time Extended**
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over lettuce stored inside walk in cooler. Operator removed items and placed them correctly. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed ceviche and raw fish over unwashed lemon and cilantro inside wic. **Time Extended**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greeter than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (52F - Cold Holding); escabeche de pescado (51F - Cold Holding),cooked spaghetti(53F cold holding), stored inside standing reach in cooler, located near the preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: During the callback inspection observed cooked pork (46F-Cold Holding); cooked pork chunks (50-Cold Holding); cooked pasta (54F- Cold Holding); escabeche de pescado (49F - Cold Holding); cooked fish (63F- Cold Holding); criollo red sauce(68F- Cold Holding)stored inside standing ric in kitchen area by back door. Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greeter than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (52F - Cold Holding); escabeche de pescado (51F - Cold Holding),cooked spaghetti(53F cold holding), stored inside the standing reach in cooler, located near the preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed cooked fish (48F- cooling); cooked pork (46F-Cold Holding); cooked pork chunks (50-Cold Holding); cooked pasta (54F- Cold Holding); raw fish (50F- cooling); escabeche de pescado (49F - Cold Holding); raw swai (38F- Cold Holding, raw shrimp (40F-Cold Holding); milk (42F- Cold Holding); raw beef (43F- Cold Holding); raw fish (43F- Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (43F- Cold Holding); cooked fish (63F- Cold Holding); criollo red sauce (68F- Cold Holding)stored inside standing ric in kitchen area by back door. Admin Complaint
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. Observed can opener soiled, located at preparation table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Duri the callback inspection observed cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/19/2024 revealed 14 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 3/18/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
1
Basic
9
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with mayonnaise stored on the floor, near preparation table. Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located at cooking line.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at cooking line.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation
- 14-33-4:Basic - Observed standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas.
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
- 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 lobster over cooked malanga fritter, stored inside reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over lettuce stored inside walk in cooler. Operator removed items and placed them correctly.
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching a soiled towel, and then touching slices of tomato without changing the gloves. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greeter than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (52F - Cold Holding); escabeche de pescado (51F - Cold Holding),cooked spaghetti(53F cold holding), stored inside standing reach in cooler, located near the preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greeter than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (52F - Cold Holding); escabeche de pescado (51F - Cold Holding),cooked spaghetti(53F cold holding), stored inside the standing reach in cooler, located near the preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all cutting boards soiled, located throughout kitchen areas. Observed can opener soiled, located at preparation table. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/18/2024 revealed 16 total violations (6 high priority, 1 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 9/28/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
8
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. Kitchen and prep kitchen ceiling. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Kitchen and prep kitchen ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of condensed milk, buckets mayo, cases of avocados, and cases of bananas stored on floor by dry storage room, two cases of limes stored on the floor by the front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed buckets of condensed milk, buckets mayo, cases of avocados, and cases of bananas stored on floor by dry storage room. **Time Extended**
- 16-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. By the dishwasher. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. By the dishwasher. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in coolers gasket soiled though out the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed all reach in coolers gasket soiled though out the kitchen soiled with food debris/mold-like substance. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen four door reach in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen four door reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster with date marked for the day the operator opens the case not for last day served. Discussed with operator the correct procedures and read the instructions from the oyster tag. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed oyster with date marked for the day the operator opens the case not for last day served. Discussed with operator the correct procedures and read the instructions from the oyster tag. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. **Time Extended**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Marisela Villeda expired on 11/07/22. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed Marisela Villeda expired on 11/07/22. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/28/2023 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/25/2023
High Priority
9
Intermediate
7
Basic
18
Total
34
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food inside container with rice, flour and black beans. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Most reach in coolers doors in t(e kitchen.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen and prep kitchen ceiling.
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food with a dangling bracelet.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cooking equipment with grease buildup and food debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled. Repeat Violation
- 35B-08-4:Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fish station prep area: above prep sink. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of condensed milk, buckets mayo, cases of avocados, and cases of bananas stored on floor by dry storage room, two cases of limes stored on the floor by the front counter. Repeat Violation
- 10-02-4:Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed spoons stored on a dirty container in the kitchen.
- 16-04-4:Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. By the dishwasher. Repeat Violation
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both hand washing sinks in the kitchen.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in coolers gasket soiled though out the kitchen.
- 12B-01-4:Basic - Observed employee in the kitchen eating while preparing food. Observed in the kitchen, employee eating fried fish in the kitchen and then touch the lid on the the steam table. Inspector coached employee and informed the operator. Operator discarded the fried fish and employee washed hands properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 10-20-4:Basic - Observed in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle in the oven between uses.
- 22-54-4:Basic - Observed plates and containers rinsed after the application of the sanitizer solution by dishwasher employee.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Observed reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residue through out the kitchen.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen four door reach in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 25-18-4:Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Employee restroom in the new prep area: to go containers, paper towels, and scofflaw cups stored inside the restroom with a toilet and urinal.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish thawing in standing water in the fish market prep area; two bag of shrimp thawing in ambient temperature; fish fillets thawing in standing water in the kitchen.
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Kitchen: bottle of prescription medicine stored on the shelf with seasonings.
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked fish (46F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler over night. Operator discarded.
- 01B-36-5: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. Observed cooked fish (46F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler over night.
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee washing gloves without washing his hands in the kitchen. Inspector coached the employee on the proper procedure on how to wash hands properly. Employee removed the gloves and washed hands properly. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-28-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee plating food at the steam table, them wipe gloved hands on the towel on the apron and touch ladle. Operator coached employee, employee washed hands properly and placed the ladle in the ware wash area. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 fly flying in the fish market prep area, and 1 fly flying in the back storage room.
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Observed wiping cloth sanitizer bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Inspector asked to throw away bucket water and redo the solution to the correct concentration. New solution (Chlorine 100ppm)
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Four door reach in cooler: raw beef and raw fish stored cherries and mayonnaise; raw shell eggs stored above cooked spaghetti and cooked fish. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw snapper fish stored in the walk in freezer.
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster with date marked for the day the operator opens the case not for last day served. Discussed with operator the correct procedures and read the instructions from the oyster tag. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 53B-15-4:Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee washing gloves without washing his hands in the kitchen. Inspector coached the employee on the proper procedure on how to wash hands properly. Employee removed the gloves and washed hands properly. Observed plates and containers rinsed after the application of the sanitizer solution by dishwasher employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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. Emailed to operator. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in the dry storage room blocked by white containers. A handwashing sink in the kitchen attached to wall in the kitchen blocked by strainer and container. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Emailed form to operator. Employees signed during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Marisela Villeda expired on 11/07/22.
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/25/2023 revealed 34 total violations (9 high priority, 7 intermediate, 18 basic).