FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT

Name: FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT
Address: 1209 NW 9 AVE, FLORIDA CITY, FL, 33034, US
Rating: 62.8

1209 NW 9 AVE, FLORIDA CITY, FL 33034

License #2334779

62.8 Grade F / 100

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FLORIDA CITY RESTAURANT in FLORIDA CITY currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 62.8 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on February 9, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 33 total violations — 7 critical, 7 major, 19 minor.

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[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer.
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Observed ice buildup at ice cream reach in freezer located in the back kitchen area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind cooking equipments and reach in freezer. Observed wall at triple sink soiled with food debris.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants expired since October 1, 2025.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container of sugar not label at shelves near white chest freezer. Observed blue container of flour not labeled in the kitchen.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves to marinate raw chicken and plate food to serve to customers. No handwash. Coach employee.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in cooler across fryers soiled. Manager started cleaning reach in cooler.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[29-20-5] Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at handwash sink located in the kitchen.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of handwash sink at kitchen soiled with food debris and grease.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at faucet at the triple sink.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce. Coach manager.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at kitchen blocked with filter tank.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler across oven in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler near the triple sink used as storage.

Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken wings over raw shrimp. Operator fixed order during inspection.
[11-27-4] 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. Observed no poster or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves at dry food storage.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil on floor in dining area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area; soiled walls.
[14-20-4] Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under flat top.
[31B-05-4] Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink; paper towels unable to be used.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave exterior soiled.
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for 1 employee; Kamiul.
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.observed old spice containers reused for other seasonings.
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter out of service.

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