PABLOS CAFE
8061 NW 66 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/20/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler handle broken by steam table in kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in back kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork container uncovered inside stainless steel refrigerator in back kitchen. Operator covered container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed on front counter. Repeat Violation
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing at room temperature on prep table in back kitchen. Operator stored beef inside reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel inside kitchen. Operator stored towel in bucket with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 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.
- 48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed inside dry storage.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 9/16/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator provided a hair restraint to employee. Corrected On-Site
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle broken inside kitchen.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on refrigerator at front counter. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets inside kitchen and back kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken container uncovered inside reach in cooler in back kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed on front counter.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel in kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container inside kitchen.
- 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 ground beef over raw pork inside reach in cooler in back kitchen.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside hand wash sink in back kitchen.
- 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 flans not date marked inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per Operator flans were cooked last Friday September 13th, 2024. Operator date marked flans. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/16/2024 revealed 12 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 3/27/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout establishment. **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 ceiling tiles soiled throughout the cook line. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the cafeteria area, throughout seating area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the cook line. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the cafeteria area, throughout seating area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/27/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 3/20/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
3
Basic
19
Total
26
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle use to dispense shredded beef at reach in cooler across from cook line.
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on equipment door throughout the establishment.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout establishment.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the cook line. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the cafeteria area, throughout seating area.
- 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 employees phone, and AirPod store at preparation table by cook line.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door from cafeteria area.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout the establishment.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at cook line.
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at kitchen. Observed shelves at dry storage area soiled. Observed gasket soiled at all reach in coolers throughout the establishment.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout the establishment.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed throughout the establishment.
- 25-17-4:Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed cooking pots stored on soiled surface.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ham and cheese stored at reach in cooler at preparation area not covered. Observed shredded beef not cover at reach in cooler across from cook line.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork inside handsink thawing with no running water. Instructed employee on proper thawing method.
- 38-02-4:Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed no light at dry storage area.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
- 22-35-5:High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
- 22-12-5:High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
- 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 beef over raw Snapple inside reach in freezer located at preparation area. Repeat Violation
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiple tasks without changing gloves. Instructed employee to removed gloves and wash hands before placing gloves on. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed preparation table soiled. Observed cooking pots soiled. Observed preparation table soiled. Observed shelves storing bread soiled.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handsink near the cook line.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handsink near the cook line.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/20/2024 revealed 26 total violations (4 high priority, 3 intermediate, 19 basic).
Inspection on 12/19/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled white microwave interior on shelf over steam table inside kitchen.
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light missing shield inside kitchen.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside employee restroom inside storage. Operator provided hand washing sign. Corrected On-Site
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water inside kitchen. Operator put meat under running water. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and handling clean dishes without washing hands inside kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 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 beef over raw pork inside reach in freezer in back kitchen. Operator stored meats correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed faucet located by mop sink.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer blade guard on prep table inside back kitchen. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/19/2023 revealed 8 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).