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CHEESE COURSE (THE)

CHEESE COURSE (THE) has 9 health inspections on file for its PINECREST location, with an overall rating of 2.1/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 9 reports on file

South Dixie Highway
Florida, 33156
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/9/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13607127

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 5 basic

  • 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 and restroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed in kitchen and restroom at time of callback. **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 equipment soiled; reach in freezer and stove. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in prep area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed exterior of equipment soiled; reach in freezer and stove. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in prep area. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed in reach in coolers at time of callback. **Time Extended**
  • 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed in walk in cooler at time of callback. **Time Extended**
  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed in kitchen at time of callback. **Time Extended**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dust accumulation on dish rack above steam table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed at time of callback; dust accumulation on dry dish rack above steam table. **Time Extended**
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed on dry food and dish racks at time of callback. **Time Extended**

1/6/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13606661

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 6 basic

  • 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 and restroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**
  • 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 in prep area 2 coolers not working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed 1 reach in cooler with ambient temp of 48F, the following 5cs foods stored inside for 1 hour: grape leaves (45F - Cold Holding); siced tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); hummus 46 (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (54F - Cold Holding); turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (60F - Cold Holding). Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **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 equipment soiled; reach in freezer and stove. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in prep area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**
  • 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**
  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **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 at prep area with ambient temp of 48F: grape leaves (45F - Cold Holding); siced tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); hummus 46 (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (54F - Cold Holding); turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, all items were replenished 1 hour prior. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: Observed smoked salmon (54F Cold Holding); ham (50F Cold Holding); Turkey (47F Cold Holding). Admin Complaint
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dust accumulation on dish rack above steam table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-06: **Time Extended**

1/5/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13504817

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 9 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen and restroom. Repeat Violation 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 in prep area 2 coolers not working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed 1 reach in cooler with ambient temp of 48F, the following 5cs foods stored inside for 1 hour: grape leaves (45F - Cold Holding); siced tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); hummus 46 (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (54F - Cold Holding); turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (60F - Cold Holding). Warning
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of mop sink. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of pickles on floor under dry dish rack. Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled; reach in freezer and stove. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in prep area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in prep area. Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of gloves stored on floor under dry dish rack. Warning
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in 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 at prep area with ambient temp of 48F: grape leaves (45F - Cold Holding); siced tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); hummus 46 (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (54F - Cold Holding); turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding); Brie cheese (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, all items were replenished 1 hour prior. Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dust accumulation on dish rack above steam table. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Repeat Violation Warning

8/26/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10940360

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 7 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at soda machine; ice dispenser soiled.
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 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 phone on table under paper towels. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish and food racks. Repeat Violation
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish and food racks. Repeat Violation

3/7/2025· 1y ago

1 high, 3 int, 9 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 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 open water cup on prep table in kitchen. Person in charge moved to bottom shelf away from prep tables. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed plastic container broken at the lip; stored on dry dish rack. Observed reach in freezer with broken wheel; balanced with rocks. Operator tossed away containers voluntarily. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  • 42-02-4:Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink inaccessible; blocked by boxes and garbage can. Operator moved items away.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site
  • 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed mozzarella containers reused in kitchen area for other food storage.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at counter above reach in cooler: Gruyére (60F - Cold Holding); fontina (60F - Cold Holding); gouda (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator; cheese has been there less than 2 hours. Inspector had operator place back in cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on shelf above reach in cooler where baguettes are stored.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by chair and step ladder. Person in charge moved during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks. Observed on knife magnet. Observed on racks above ware wash area.

12/4/2024· 1y 3mo ago

2 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front lobby display case single serve spoons not inverts when stored.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at rear of kitchen.
  • 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. Employee entered establishment, removed personal items and placed gloves and began food preparation. Coached employees on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep reach in cooler smoked salmon (44F - Cold Holding); as per manager was removed from walk-in cooler and stored on counter for about 15 minutes then placed into reach in cooler.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to meat slicer.

4/23/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8574064

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 5 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan vents soiled at walk in cooler.
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water under hand wash sink preparation area.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a raisin container stored on floor preparation area. Operator relocated the container to a shelf.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chops ribs thawed in standing water at preparation table. Operator moved the product to the three compartment sink and turned on the water. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from the faucet at three compartment sink.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled.

2/15/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8573726

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

  • 02D-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed key lime pie and alfajores by The petit Sweet not labeled as specified by law. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: Observed key lime pie and alfajores by The petit Sweet not labeled as specified by law. Warning **Time Extended**

12/13/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8355052

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 6 int, 4 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup without handles on the cheese at reach in cooler. Operator removed the cup. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
  • 24-18-4:Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at shelf preparation area. Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cheese pizza not covered at reach in freezer. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (70 F - Cold Holding) next to steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the container at reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **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. Clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events form was provided. Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by a chair, one located next to slicer machine. Warning
  • 22-59-4:Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed final rinse temperature at 199 F at dishwasher machine. Warning
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw on the breakfast menu. 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. Food employees reporting agreement form was provided. Warning
  • 02D-02-4:Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed key lime pie and alfajores by The petit Sweet not labeled as specified by law. Warning

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