MERAKI GREEK BISTRO COCONUT GROVE
3462 Main Highway
Miami, Florida, 33133
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.2/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/13/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler box of vegetables stored on floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed boxes of potatoes, onions and gyro breads stored outside. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and freezers soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at cook line top shelf for to go plates. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw fish and scallops stored over cooked portions of gyro meats. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink next to dish machine blocked by reach in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to dish machine. 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 for stored chicken, kababs and prepped vegetables in walk in cooler. As per operator items were prepped no more than 2 days ago. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/13/2025 revealed 12 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 11/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
12
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler torn. Observed door to prep cooler lid broken. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at rear kitchen buckets of cut potatoes stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler buckets of fries and vegetables stored on floor. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: At time of callback inspection observed buckets of cut potatoes stored on floor. **Time Extended**
- 08B-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored outside. Observed boxes of potatoes and a container of onions stored outside. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: At time of callback inspection observed boxes of potatoes still stored outside. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 25-06-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go plates at cook line top shelf. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: At time of callback inspection still observed **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at standing reach in freezer at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed block by cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed blocked. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/25/2024 revealed 14 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 9/24/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
14
Total
20
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler torn. Observed door to prep cooler lid broken. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with an approximate additional 55 seats. As per operator area is not currently in use. The following department (for Miami-Dade County) is responsible for signing off in the water/wastewater section on the form. DERM`s Water and Wastewater Division located at 701 NW 1st Court, 7th Floor, Miami FL 33136. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: The following department (for Miami-Dade County) is responsible for signing off in the water/wastewater section on the form. DERM`s Water and Wastewater Division located at 701 NW 1st Court, 7th Floor, Miami FL 33136. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at rear kitchen buckets of cut potatoes stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler buckets of fries and vegetables stored on floor. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 08B-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored outside. Observed boxes of potatoes and a container of onions stored outside. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 10-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 25-06-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go plates at cook line top shelf. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at standing reach in freezer at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in coolers, tzatziki (55F - Cold Holding); hummus (56F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); STANDING UNIT:lamb chops (51F - Cold Holding); beef kebabs (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (55F - Cold Holding); meatballs (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator items came from walk in about 3 hours ago. Operator began to place onto ice to rapid cool. Observed at prep table, hummus (57F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); lentils (52F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (55F - Cold Holding); rice (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator items came from walk in about 3 hours ago. Operator began to place onto ice to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection observed at prep table, hummus (42F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (42F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (41F - Cold Holding); lentils (42F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (43F - Cold Holding). Observed in reach in coolers, NO ITEMS STORED. STANDING UNIT:lamb chops (51F - Cold Holding); beef kebabs (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (55F - Cold Holding); meatballs (51F - Cold Holding). As per labels from 9/23/24. Admin Complaint
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed block by cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed blocked. **Time Extended**
- 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. As per operator area is not in use. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. as per operator area not currently in use. Emailed plan review referral to operator. ITEMS THAT MUST BE INCLUDED UPON SUBMITTAL: 1) ACOMPLETEDAPPLICATION. 2) A DETAILED PLAN SHOWING ALL EQUIPMENT - NEW AND EXISTING - PROPERLY LABELED AND IDENTIFIED. 3) A CURRENT MENU. Submit to [email protected] Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Emailed plan review referral to operator. ITEMS THAT MUST BE INCLUDED UPON SUBMITTAL: 1) ACOMPLETEDAPPLICATION. 2) A DETAILED PLAN SHOWING ALL EQUIPMENT - NEW AND EXISTING - PROPERLY LABELED AND IDENTIFIED. 3) A CURRENT MENU. Submit to [email protected] **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/24/2024 revealed 20 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 9/23/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
7
Basic
15
Total
24
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 at cook line reach in cooler frozen reduced oxygen packages of fish not cut open to thaw. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler torn. Observed door to prep cooler lid broken. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with an approximate additional 55 seats. As per operator area is not currently in use. The following department (for Miami-Dade County) is responsible for signing off in the water/wastewater section on the form. DERM`s Water and Wastewater Division located at 701 NW 1st Court, 7th Floor, Miami FL 33136. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at rear kitchen buckets of cut potatoes stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler buckets of fries and vegetables stored on floor. Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed boxes of potatoes and a container of onions stored outside. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go plates at cook line top shelf. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at standing reach in freezer at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in coolers, tzatziki (55F - Cold Holding); hummus (56F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); STANDING UNIT:lamb chops (51F - Cold Holding); beef kebabs (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (55F - Cold Holding); meatballs (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator items came from walk in about 3 hours ago. Operator began to place onto ice to rapid cool. Observed at prep table, hummus (57F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); lentils (52F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (55F - Cold Holding); rice (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator items came from walk in about 3 hours ago. Operator began to place onto ice to rapid cool. **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 at cook line roasted vegetables (89F - Hot Holding); fries (129F - Hot Holding); gyro (110F - Hot Holding). As per operator about 30 minutes to 1 hour ago. Operator discarded fries and began to reheat items. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed block by cooler. Repeat Violation 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 no food manager present with 5 employees present. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-14-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. As per operator area is not in use. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. as per operator area not currently in use. Emailed plan review referral to operator. ITEMS THAT MUST BE INCLUDED UPON SUBMITTAL: 1) ACOMPLETEDAPPLICATION. 2) A DETAILED PLAN SHOWING ALL EQUIPMENT - NEW AND EXISTING - PROPERLY LABELED AND IDENTIFIED. 3) A CURRENT MENU. Submit to [email protected] Repeat Violation Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to dish machine. Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed for gyro meat, and roasted peppers at cook line. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/23/2024 revealed 24 total violations (2 high priority, 7 intermediate, 15 basic).
Inspection on 9/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
11
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with an approximate additional 55 seats. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: The following department (for Miami-Dade County) is responsible for signing off in the water/wastewater section on the form. DERM`s Water and Wastewater Division located at 701 NW 1st Court, 7th Floor, Miami FL 33136 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: At time of callback inspection observed no plans submitted, establishments states area is not in use. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in. observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no handwashing sink available at outdoor bar area at rear of establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: Observed bar area not in use and all beverages removed from cooler unit. Manager is aware that plans need to be submitted regarding outdoor bar area and a handwash sink is required. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: At time of callback inspection observed bar area not in use and all beverages removed from cooler unit. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to dish machine blocked by beverage cooler at entrance of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**
- 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: At time of callback inspection observed no plans submitted, establishments states area is not in use. **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Observed establishment added an outdoor walk in cooler with no approved plan review. Observed establishment add and outdoor unenclosed storage area with no approved plan review.Warning Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: Emailed plan review referral to operator. ITEMS THAT MUST BE INCLUDED UPON SUBMITTAL: 1) ACOMPLETEDAPPLICATION. 2) A DETAILED PLAN SHOWING ALL EQUIPMENT - NEW AND EXISTING - PROPERLY LABELED AND IDENTIFIED. 3) A CURRENT MENU. Submit to [email protected] **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: At time of callback inspection observed no plans submitted, establishments states area is not in use. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/23/2024 revealed 11 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 4/18/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with an approximate additional 55 seats. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: The following department (for Miami-Dade County) is responsible for signing off in the water/wastewater section on the form. DERM`s Water and Wastewater Division located at 701 NW 1st Court, 7th Floor, Miami FL 33136 **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in. observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no handwashing sink available at outdoor bar area at rear of establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: Observed bar area not in use and all beverages removed from cooler unit. Manager is aware that plans need to be submitted regarding outdoor bar area and a handwash sink is required. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to dish machine blocked by beverage cooler at entrance of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Observed establishment added an outdoor walk in cooler with no approved plan review. Observed establishment add and outdoor unenclosed storage area with no approved plan review.Warning Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: Emailed plan review referral to operator. ITEMS THAT MUST BE INCLUDED UPON SUBMITTAL: 1) ACOMPLETEDAPPLICATION. 2) A DETAILED PLAN SHOWING ALL EQUIPMENT - NEW AND EXISTING - PROPERLY LABELED AND IDENTIFIED. 3) A CURRENT MENU. Submit to [email protected] **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 revealed 11 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 4/17/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
6
Basic
14
Total
22
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler torn. Observed door to reach in freezer at rear of kitchen broken. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with an approximate additional 55 seats. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 08B-32-4:Basic - Food being prepared outside. Observed employee peeling and preparing potatoes outside in the back of the establishment where walk in cooler is located. Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed 8 boxes of potatoes, 6 boxes of gyro bread and several canned goods stored outside at rear of establishment where walk in cooler is located. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in. observed at both reach in chest freezers at rear of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 25-11-5:Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed aluminum pans stored in area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer. Observed at standing reach in freezer at rear of kitchen. Warning
- 24-04-4:Basic - Unused, unprotected place settings left on table with seated customers reused for other customers without cleaning them first. Observed at rear outdoor bar area, wine glasses stored on counter top exposed to elements. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler below cook line, raw chicken stored over raw beef kabobs. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table cooler tzatziki (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding). As per cook for less than 2 hours. Operator placed items on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no handwashing sink available at outdoor bar area at rear of establishment. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to dish machine blocked by beverage cooler at entrance of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at front counter used as dump sink for ice. Repeat Violation 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 no food manager present with 6 employees present. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-14-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added an outdoor bar area at the back of the establishment with reach in coolers and ice bins with alcohol inside. Observed no hand wash sink in the new bar area. Observed establishment added an outdoor walk in cooler with no approved plan review. Observed establishment add and outdoor unenclosed storage area with no approved plan review.Warning Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/17/2024 revealed 22 total violations (2 high priority, 6 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 1/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
13
Total
17
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep area kitchen counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep area kitchen counter. **Time Extended**
- 29-18-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing between cook line prep area and grill. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at back storage shelf area employee cellphone stored near prep area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Observed employee cell phone and umbrella stored on shelf next to food items.**Time Extended** **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a broken door lid to ice machine at back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water located throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 08B-43-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed various canned food items, plastic containers of oil and uncooked potatoes stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Observed overhead protect but no side walls with various canned food items, plastic containers of oil and uncooked potatoes stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer used to stored ice cream at back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filters above cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 35B-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door left open during hours operation. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues located throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues located throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 25-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed various single serve aluminum pans stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Observed various single serve aluminum pans stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dish machine and beverage cooler at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dish machine and beverage cooler at kitchen area **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/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 food employees engaged in food preparation with no food manager present. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: At the time of the inspection observed 4 food employees engaged in food preparation with no food manager present. Admin Complaint
- 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 containers of shrimp, calamari and cooked onions stored in cooler not date marked. As per operator food was prepared from previous days. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Observed containers of shrimp, calamari and cooked onions stored in cooler not date marked. **Time Extended**
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 all employee training expired as of March, July and August of 2023 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: During callback inspection Required employee training expired for all employees. Marla Reyes 3/3/2020. Chef Nicolas Leon came from downtown location over four months ago with no training. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/17/2024 revealed 17 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 11/14/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
6
Basic
14
Total
21
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep area kitchen counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 29-18-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing between cook line prep area and grill. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at back storage shelf area employee cellphone stored near prep area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a broken door lid to ice machine at back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water located throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 08B-43-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed various canned food items, plastic containers of oil and uncooked potatoes stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer used to stored ice cream at back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filters above cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 35B-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door left open during hours operation. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues located throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 25-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed various single serve aluminum pans stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses observed throughout the kitchen and front counter area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chickpeas (49F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (53F - Cold Holding); spinach with rice (51F - Cold Holding); hummus (48F - Cold Holding); feta (51F - Cold Holding); spinach (50F - Cold Holding) all located at both prep coolers located in front of cookline. As per operator food items are removed from walk in cooler to prep coolers at approximately 10:30am, less than 4 hours. Advised to operator to submerge food containers in ice to rapidly cool. Observed sautéed onions (47F - Cold Holding); calamari (48F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) located in reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area, less than 4 hours. Advised to place food items into reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Observed chickpeas (51F- Cold Holding); tzatziki (43F - Cold Holding); spinach with rice (51F - Cold Holding); hummus 43F - Cold Holding);feta (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (55F- Cold Holding) all located at both prep coolers located in front of cookline. Observed calamari (46F - Cold Holding); shrimp (48F- Cold Holding) located in reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area. Admin Complaint
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dish machine and beverage cooler at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **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/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 food employees engaged in food preparation with no food manager present. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **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. Printed and provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **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 containers of shrimp, calamari and cooked onions stored in cooler not date marked. As per operator food was prepared from previous days. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 all employee training expired as of March, July and August of 2023 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/14/2023 revealed 21 total violations (1 high priority, 6 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 11/13/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
10
Basic
24
Total
38
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 located at back kitchen area. Warning
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep area kitchen counter. Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 Dead roaches at back area of kitchen floor. Employee swept and discarded dead roaches into trash. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-18-4:Basic - Drain cover(s) missing between cook line prep area and grill. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at back of kitchen storage area glass of water stored on shelf near prep area. 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 at back storage shelf area employee cellphone stored near prep area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a broken door lid to ice machine at back of kitchen. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water located throughout kitchen. Warning
- 08B-43-4:Basic - Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed various canned food items, plastic containers of oil and uncooked potatoes stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses located next to back kitchen exit door. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer used to stored ice cream at back of kitchen. Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice located next to front counter bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses located at kitchen. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units throughout kitchen. Warning
- 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign available at hand wash sink in back of kitchen. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filters above cook line. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Observed stored food containers of shrimp, calamari and cooked onions not covered in reach in cooler near ice machine. Repeat Violation Warning
- 35B-03-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door left open during hours operation. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues located throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 25-11-5:Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed various single serve aluminum pans stored outside under a shed like structure with no walls and area is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses observed throughout the kitchen and front counter area. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler a container of raw meat stored over lemons. Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler located by ice machine, raw beef stored over salmon and raw chicken stored over beef. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chickpeas (49°F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (53°F - Cold Holding); spinach with rice (51°F - Cold Holding); hummus (48°F - Cold Holding); feta (51°F - Cold Holding); spinach (50°F - Cold Holding) all located at both prep coolers located in front of cookline. As per operator food items are removed from walk in cooler to prep coolers at approximately 10:30am, less than 4 hours. Advised to operator to submerge food containers in ice to rapidly cool. Observed sautéed onions (47°F - Cold Holding); calamari (48°F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47°F - Cold Holding) located in reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area, less than 4 hours. Advised to place food items into reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **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 gyro slices (115°F - Hot Holding) located in front of gyro rotating machine, less than 4 hours . Adviser to operator that gyro slices must be fully cooked to 155F and above. Observed lemon potatoes (129°F - Hot Holding); grilled veggies (63°F - Hot Holding) located at flat top grill of kitchen cook line, less than 4 hours. Advised to operator that all food items must be reheated to 165F and above. **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. Provided and printed for operator. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dish machine and beverage cooler at kitchen area. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash located at back of kitchen near exit with ice disposed inside. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. 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/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 food employees engaged in food preparation with no food manager present. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at hand wash sink in back of kitchen. Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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. Printed and provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** 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 containers of shrimp, calamari and cooked onions stored in cooler not date marked. As per operator food was prepared from previous days. Repeat Violation 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 all employee training expired as of March, July and August of 2023 Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/13/2023 revealed 38 total violations (4 high priority, 10 intermediate, 24 basic).