APAMATE BISTRO
Based on 3 health inspections, APAMATE BISTRO in PINECREST has earned a 2.3/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
Last inspection: 1 months ago · 3 reports on file
9471 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST 33156
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
3/16/2026· 1mo ago
Visit ID: 13651300
Follow-up Inspection Required2 int, 5 basic
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed at both bathrooms. **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 in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 08B-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food cooling on rack not 6 inches off of floor in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed food cooling on rack not 6 inches off of floor in walk in cooler **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in soda cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed in soda cooler **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed classic ceviche on menu with no indication it is served raw. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed classic ceviche on menu with no indication it is served raw **Time Extended**
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed missing date of birth for all employee certificates. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed missing date of birth for all employee certificates. **Time Extended**
3/13/2026· 1mo ago
Visit ID: 13574109
Follow-up Inspection Required4 high, 2 int, 6 basic
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food cooling on rack not 6 inches off of floor in walk in cooler. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor in walk in cooler. Observed cases of oil on floor next to prep table. Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in soda cooler. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area. Warning
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed advil and vitamins above sugar packs on rack in kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-45-4:High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at mop sink. Warning
- 01D-01-5:High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no letter for raw fish used for ceviche that it is safe to consume. 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 chicken whole (74F - Hot Holding) at steam table. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed classic ceviche on menu with no indication it is served raw. Warning
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed missing date of birth for all employee certificates. Warning
11/12/2025· 5mo ago
Visit ID: 10851316
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 1 int, 1 basic
- 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at cook line.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at walk in cooler raw shelled eggs stored over raw pork.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sinks.