SMASH HOUSE
1550 NE 164 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/26/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed onions stored on the floor in the shed. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with accumulated grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on top of 3 compartments sink.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go lids stored on the floor in the shed.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed toaster with accumulated grease.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. in the kitchen. Operator placed new roll. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/26/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/12/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/12/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 8/5/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
4
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Throughout the kitchen. Warning
- 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 with ambient temperature of 50F. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink in the kitchen soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken in containers stored over cooked fish in the reach in freezer by the mop sink. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 28-13-5:High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed sewage come up from the ground when handwashing sink turns on. Technician came out and fixed the lines. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Observed corn (49F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (45F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler for less than 3 hours as per operator. Items where placed in reach in freezer for rapid cooling. Warning
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing their hands in the 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by a trash can. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site 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 4 kitchen employees and 1 employee at the front counter with no manager on duty. Manager arrived during the inspection . Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee named Kimberly, Robert, Raz, Amram hired more than 60 days with no employee training. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/5/2024 revealed 12 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 4/3/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/3/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 3/26/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 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 under flat top with ambient temperature of 63F.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions stored on the floor at the outside shed.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 54-01-5:Basic - Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed employee vaping inside the kitchen.
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) stored at the front counter, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw steak (55F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale was issued.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed slice cheese (69F - Cold Holding) stored inside the reach in cooler for less than 2 hours, operator placed items in another reach in cooler. Observed raw steak (55F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale was issued. Observed raw chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); stored in the reach in cooler by the three compartment sink 2 hours before inspection. Operator placed items into another reach in cooler.
- 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 fries (105F - Hot Holding) under the warmer light. Operator discarded items. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside the handwashing sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/26/2024 revealed 9 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 1/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
0
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to operator.n **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to operator.n Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: On 1/23/2024 at the time of the callback inspection poster was provided to operator **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. Emailed form to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: On 1/23/2024 at the time of the callback inspection Form was provided to operator. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/23/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 11/9/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
12
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in both unisex bathrooms. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Covered waste receptacle not provided in both unisex bathrooms. Warning **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, reach in cooler in front of flattop with ambient temperature of 56F, reach in cooler by the entrance with ambient temperature of 52F. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, reach in cooler in front of flattop with ambient temperature of 56F, reach in cooler by the entrance with ambient temperature of 52F. Warning **Time Extended**
- 08B-43-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observe Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observe Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Warning **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In any reach in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In any reach in cooler. Warning **Time Extended**
- 29-27-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from original approved location. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from original approved location. Warning **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets are soiled. Walk in cooler gaskets are soiled. Observed hood with accumulation of grease. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets are soiled. Walk in cooler gaskets are soiled. Observed hood with accumulation of grease. Warning **Time Extended**
- 35B-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed reach in freezer with fries with a small roof and no walls. Food is not protected from against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed reach in freezer with fries with a small roof and no walls. Food is not protected from against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Warning **Time Extended**
- 08B-63-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed a reach in freezer stored outside with no over head protection, with an unlocked gate to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed a reach in freezer stored outside with no over head protection, with an unlocked gate to the outside. Warning **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning and onions in white containers with no label. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning and onions in white containers with no label. Repeat Violation Warning **Time Extended**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under prep table: chicken tenders (53F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Observed raw shell eggs (78F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night as per operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection observed raw chicken 39°F, been burger 41°F seating on ice. **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to operator.n **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to operator.n Warning **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/. Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Original plans do not match current layout. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback 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/. Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Original plans do not match current layout. Warning **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. Emailed form to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: On 11/09/2023 at the time of the callback inspection No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator. Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/9/2023 revealed 16 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 11/8/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
6
Basic
19
Total
28
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl used as a scoop for seasoning. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in both unisex bathrooms. Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, reach in cooler in front of flattop with ambient temperature of 56F, reach in cooler by the entrance with ambient temperature of 52F. Warning
- 08B-43-4:Basic - Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observe Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives in between the 3 compartment sink and wall. Warning
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed wired covers on the lights of the kitchen with no sleeve coating. Warning
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In any reach in cooler. Warning
- 29-27-4:Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from original approved location. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets are soiled. Walk in cooler gaskets are soiled. Observed hood with accumulation of grease. Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 35B-12-4:Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed reach in freezer with fries with a small roof and no walls. Food is not protected from against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed wings in the 3 compartment sink with standing water to thaw. Operator turned on sink to have running water. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08B-63-4:Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed a reach in freezer stored outside with no over head protection, with an unlocked gate to the outside. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on top of prep table. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning and onions in white containers with no label. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor in walk in cooler soiled. Observed floor soiled under flat top and fryers. Warning
- 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee began to work, place on gloves to start prepping with no handwashing. Employee went to wash hands and placed on gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under prep table: chicken tenders (53F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Observed raw shell eggs (78F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night as per operator. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under prep table: chicken tenders (53F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler overnight, as per operator. Observed raw shell eggs (78F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night as per operator. 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. Emailed form to operator.n **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter and hand sink in the kitchen. 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/. Food stored in shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed shed with cans goods, sauces, and cases of oil stored outside. Observed the area is not fully enclosed, has no roof structure, only walls between the wall of the building any protection from environmental contamination. Original plans do not match current layout. Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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. Emailed form to operator. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter and hand sink in the kitchen. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/8/2023 revealed 28 total violations (3 high priority, 6 intermediate, 19 basic).
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Phone: (305) 351-9545
Website: http://www.smashhouseburgers.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.8/5)
(1,033 reviews)Price Level
$$
Opening Hours
Monday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday:Closed
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
✓ Currently Open
Features
✓ Meal Takeaway
✓ Restaurant
Location
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Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025