Inspection Date: 9/24/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13527771

Inspection Date: 9/23/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13526442

Inspection Date: 9/22/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10901893

14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle being used to dispense fish, located inside the walk in cooler.
23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.
36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. Repeat Violation
36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.
14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.
36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding non the wall next to freezer and prep table.
50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.
35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas.
13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without no beard guard while engaged in food preparation.
13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath the back exit door. Repeat Violation
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink
36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled.
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. Repeat Violation
36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.
36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair.
33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
21-44-1:Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table next to the steam table.
08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food stored in the walk in cooler not covered, Also Observed food inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area.
21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table.
36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled. Repeat Violation
12A-10-4:High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee wipe sweat from forehead and proceed to prep food without washing hands and changing gloves.
08B-27-4:High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease .
14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer.
35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.
01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen.
31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink.
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 food stored inside the reach in cooler by the stove not date marked. As per operator it was cooked 2 days ago.

Inspection Date: 5/27/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10808096

36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 3/27/2025

36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. Repeat Violation Warning
24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting. Warning
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler in poor repair with broken tiles. Warning
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of raw chicken stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Employee placed on shelf. Warning
51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris. Warning
22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation Warning
08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container of stew at the walk in freezer uncovered. Employee covered during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor underneath triple sink soiled with debris. 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 certified manager present with more than four employees at time of inspection. Warning
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area. Warning

Inspection Date: 10/21/2024

36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and non absorbent at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter.
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. Repeat Violation
38-11-4:Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed light no functioning at kitchen entrance.
31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at restroom. Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink located next to bar. Repeat Violation
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food debris between fryers.
08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed conch batter and sauces not covered located at walk-in cooler. Employee began to cover items. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind fry station soiled with old food debris. Also observed floor soiled underneath three compartment sink and back storage area.
22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food preparation table at kitchen entrance soiled with old food debris. Observed stored metal bowls soiled on shelf at back storage area. Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 5/15/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8672171

35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. **Time Extended**
23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-31-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Time Extended**
22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 5/13/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8668041

23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
21-11-4:Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed sanitizing solution during inspection. Corrected On-Site
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen.
42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Owner discarded food during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Operator discarded all foods during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.

Inspection Date: 5/13/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8621541

22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. Warning **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 2/28/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8577217

12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee battled water stored on the preparation table next to the steam table at cook line. Warning
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. 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. Nirva Jean, Dunrberg Jean. Warning

Inspection Date: 12/18/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8354044

13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in the cook line.
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer located in the cook line.
10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in stand water at 79.
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both oven in the kitchen.
22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler located in the cook line interior of the lid and around the rim of the interior soiled, reach in cooler at front counter interior soiled.
29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler located in the cook line.
08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked Oxtail in the walk in cooler not covered.
21-02-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Admin Complaint
31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tray stored in the hand sink located in the kitchen, also observed food residue in the same hand wash sink.
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink located in the 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. In the reach in cooler located in the cook line observed cooked Oxtail stored in the unit over 24 hours not date marked.

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