ORIGINAL LOTS OF LOX (THE)

Name: ORIGINAL LOTS OF LOX (THE)
Address: 14995 SOUTH DIXIE HWY, MIAMI, FL, 33176, US
Rating: 42

14995 SOUTH DIXIE HWY, MIAMI, FL 33176

License #2317786

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42 Grade F / 100

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ORIGINAL LOTS OF LOX (THE) in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 42 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 January 15, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 55 total violations — 15 critical, 11 major, 29 minor.

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[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed heavily dented can of sausage gravy in prep area.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked turkey breast and cooked corned beef not date marked, as per operator product was made day prior to inspection.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (54F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for less than 30 mins.
[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 raw mahi completed thawed inside reduced oxygen package inside reach in cooler in back prep area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels stored on prep tables and cook line.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand sink at cook line.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags stored on drink shelf in dry storage area. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of prep table.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner stored on shelf with bag of onions in prep area.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks secured together, not secured to anything stable.
[22-16-4] Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves heavily soiled.
[10-05-5] In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in dirty water at steam table on cook line.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in dish area and behind dry storage rack.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door next to ice machine.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe at hand sink next to cook line.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in dish area blocked by trash can.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef burgers stored over pancake mix inside reach in cooler at cook line. Observed raw salmon stored over gravy and liquid egg whites inside walk in cooler.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer soiled in prep area.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed scallions stored directly inside non food grade bag inside walk in cooler.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where spices and pancake mix is stored in dry storage.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed cooked turkey, cooked corned beef, cooked meatloaf, and cooked potatoes stored inside walk in cooler uncovered.
[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 raw mahi completed thawed inside reduced oxygen package inside reach in cooler in back prep area.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed dishwasher re-enter kitchen and put on pair of gloves without first washing hands.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on shelf with clean equipment in back prep area.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw bacon stored over unwashed peppers inside walk in cooler.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from original package stored over raw ground beef and raw smoked salmon inside reach in freezer in back prep area.
[16-08-4] Dish machine too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed multiple large pots that cannot fit inside dish machine.
[24-27-4] Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean cutting board next to hand sink at front counter exposed to splash.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles with water damage throughout establishment.

Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel not stored inside sanitizer bucket at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment. Observed front counter reach in cooler doors soiled.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted near ice machine.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand sink at cook line.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled on shelf near ice machine.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at pipe from hand sink next to cook line.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket stored inside hand sink in dish area
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of sugar with handle in contact with sugar
[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 raw mahi completely thawed inside reduced oxygen package inside reach in cooler near to ice machine.
[53A-03-7] Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed manager certificate expired for John Poulos 2/20/2025.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At bottom of back door next to ice machine.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of corned beef hash heavily dented on can rack next to ovens.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausages (90-94F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for one hour. Observed split pea soup (120F - Hot Holding) in soup steam table, as per operator for 30 mins.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed cooked meats and cooked potatoes stored not covered inside walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored not covered inside reach in cooler next to ovens.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves then begin working with food preparing customer order without first washing hands.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over cooked vegetables inside walk in cooler.
[16-08-4] Dish machine too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed multiple large pots that cannot fit inside dish machine.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks secured together, not secured to anything stable.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer soiled in prep area.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed cantaloupe inside walk in cooler.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on shelf with sodas.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside container of sugar on shelf next to ice machine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in wait station area.

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