Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
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LETY SABOR LATINO
4824 14 ST W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
May 7, 2026
2 1 3
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler cheese (51F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated all product was in the refrigerator for over 4 hours.Person in charge discarded.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler cheese (51F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated all product was in the refrigerator for over 4 hours.Person in charge discarded.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.observed 2 spray bottles chemical no lable. Person in charge stated they were sanitizer and labeled accordingly.
- Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on split facets on mop sink.
- Food stored on floor.observed fryer oil stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
- +1 more violations →
BRIANDI'S RESTAURANT LLC
202 TAMIAMI TRL S, NOKOMIS · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
1
- Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed mattress, umbrellas, and behind dumpster in fenced in rear of restaurant.
FAFA INC CHINA BUFFET
4411 AIDAN LN, NORTH PORT · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
3 4 7
- Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed no time marking for sushi rolls held under time as public health control. The operator placed time marking stickers near the sushi station.
- Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. The operator removed the canister of pest spray.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed partially frozen raw salmon stored over partially frozen cooked krab meat in the walk in freezer. The operator properly stored the raw salmon. Observed raw chicken stored over puffed pastries in the 2-door stand up cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
- Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water shut off at the hand sink at the entrance to the kitchen. Observed maximum temperature of 82F.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped inside of the handwashing sink at the server station.
- +9 more violations →
HONG KONG HOUSE CHINESE RESTAURANT
2784 NW 167 ST, MIAMI GARDENS · Dade County
May 7, 2026
3
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
- Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust.
BAVARO'S PIZZA NAPOLETANA & PASTARIA
27 FLETCHER AVE, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
2 1 2
- Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed an employee wash their hands with cold water. Reviewed with the employee the importance of hot water.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the kitchen and bar counter respectively: Arugula (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese olives (60F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed them in reach in coolers.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bar sink. Operator grabbed some napkins to use there.
- In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in 86F standing water on the cook line. Operator emptied the water.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the manager preparing food with a bracelet on. Operator removed his bracelet.
IRMA'S TACOS CRAFT BEER AND TEQUILA BAR
12221 MERCADO DR, VENICE · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
1 2
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and shell eggs over cooked chorizo sausage in grill cooler draw. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
- Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees belonging on storage shelf with clean equipment and food storage. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
CHINA ONE
12189 MERCADO DRIVE, VENICE · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
2 1 2
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef raw shell eggs and chicken over ready to eat sauces in walk-in cooler. Repeat from last inspection 4-29-26
- Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach by right hand side of kitchen back door.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at cooks line soiled and worn. Repeat from last inspection 4-29-26
- Cutting board at cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat from last inspection 4-29-26
- Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed buckets case multiple drinks on shelves at cooks line. Repeat from last inspection 4-29-26
SARA'S ITALIAN KITCHEN
6538 GATEWAY AVE, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
1
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for their triple sink.
MYMAMMA
3105 N TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
May 7, 2026
3
- In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensil stored in 100F standing water. Operator removed the water.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths stored on equipment. Explained to the operator they have to be in buckets.
- Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed the server utensils stored food side up. Operator inverted them.
THE RUSTY PELICAN # 26
3201 RICKENBACKER CSWY, KEY BISCAYNE · Dade County
May 6, 2026
3 10
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed vegetable broth (45F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (52F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding) inside WIC #1, as per manager from 2 hours prior, manager placed inside WIF for rapid cooling. Observed Coffee station: ; milk (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding) as per manager for approximately 2 hours prior. Observed seafood mix (48F - Cold Holding); snapper (45F - Cold Holding)at sushi station RIC, as per manager for approximately 2 hours prior. Observed butter (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line at ambient temperature, as per manager for 2 hours prior. Observed Drawers : ; cooked broccoli (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); salmon (57F - Cold Holding); octopus (57F - Cold Holding), as per manager for 2 hours prior.
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed washed lettuce and spring mix in contact with a soiled wiping cloth.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient temperature thermometer at reach in cooler coffee station.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle inside flour and panko container, manager removed.
- +8 more violations →
NUEVA SAN SALVADOR RESTAURANT #1
944 HIALEAH DR, HIALEAH · Dade County
May 6, 2026
3
- Observed gap on back door at kitchen area.
- Open dumpster lid.
- Observed at front counter preparation area.
SAFARI RESTAURANT
26700 SW 8 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
3
- Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed accumulation of rust on shelves of reach in cooler next to hand washing sink.
- Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed for secondary bathrooms.
- Open dumpster lid.
94TH. AERO SQUADRON
1395 NW 57 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 8
- Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed on floor outside of building.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer.
- Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
- +4 more violations →
CHINESE RESTAURANT (THE)
12963 SW 112 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 6
- Observed Weichoy C. Engaging in food preparation Working for longer than 60 days without proof of training.
- Observed gaskets in disrepair at vertical chest freezer across from cook line.
- Observed standing water in reach cooler across from cook line.
- Observed accumulation of grease at cook line.
- Observed interior of reach in cooler across from cook line soiled.
- +2 more violations →
ESTRELLA CUBANA RESTAURANT
1284 PALM AVE, HIALEAH · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 5
- Observed can opener blade soiled on shelf at storage area.
- Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area.
- Observed clean utensils not inverted inside container under under preparation table at kitchen area.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- Observed walk in cooler door handle soiled with grease accumulation at kitchen area.
- +1 more violations →
EL CANTONES REST
11865 SW 26 ST E3, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
6 4 11
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken sitting on soy sauce bucket (48F - per operator, took out of cooler half an hour ago ). Operator placed in cooler to cool.
- Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed houseshold roach bait on shelf where bottle of lye water are stored by steam basin and another by oven and rice cooker.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing two vacuum breakers for two hose bibs at mop sink near exit door.
- Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on cardboard boxes near reach in cooler located before the kitchen.
- Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed accumulation of rust on five 2 lbs canned tomatoes in the kitchen area.
- +16 more violations →
A MARI MIX
13349 SW 42 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 4
- Observed large food container with salsa with no 7 day label.
- Observed handle of the scoop touching the shredded cheese at cold holding unit of prep area.
- Observed soiled filter hoods above stove and door gaskets of reach in coolers and freezers in the kitchen area.
- Observed broken door gaskets for reach in cooler under prep area.
- Observed floor in disrepair near stove and exit door and cracked flooring in the kitchen, bar and storage areas.
TED'S HIDEAWAY
124 2 ST, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 2
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza crusts in shopping bags in the chest freezer.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
CHECKERS #5388
450 NW 42 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 4
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed manager put on gloves without first washing hands to place lettuce on clean metal container. Coach manager.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting at plastic containers stacked together at shelves above the triple sink.
- No copy of latest inspection report available.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Walking or driving surfaces not maintained. Observed cups, lids, clear and brown bags, napkins in the parking lot. Observed boxes stored outside in front of kitchen entrance door.
LAMACARENA RESTAURANT
13769 SW 139 CT, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 1
- Observed non food grade brush used at coffee station at front counter.
- Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink at front counter.
TAIPA PERUVIAN RESTAURANT
3855 SW 137 AVE STE 3, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 1 10
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a bowl of raw beef above ready to eat cooked potatoes inside reach in at the back area. Manager placed raw beef in the bottom.
- 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 no certified manager on site with 2 FOH employees and 3 kitchen employees at the time of establishment being opened. Manager was able to arrive prior to inspection ending.
- Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets of reach in coolers in kitchen and door gaskets of reach in freezers in back area. Observed accumulation of grease on stove hood filters.
- Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- +7 more violations →
MAJESTIC BISTRO
9601 COLLINS AVE, BAL HARBOUR · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 1 5
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef and raw ground beef stored over raw salmon and raw tuna on speed rack in walk in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
- Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers on shelf at dish machine area.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can guard in walk in cooler soiled with black mold-like substance.
- In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs.
- +2 more violations →
UPTOWN BUFFET
8275 WEST FLAGLER ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
4 2 3
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above broccoli and corn. Operator corrected order during inspection.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed on dry dish rack; spray and drain cleaner. Operator removed during inspection.
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at buffet line: fried fish (107F - Hot Holding); honey chicken (104F - Hot Holding); pork (117F - Hot Holding); spring roll (133F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator removed double trays to be in full contact with hot water.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler next to ice bin with ambient temp of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours:swai (50F - Cold Holding). Operator threw out fish.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge store in hand isnt next to ice machine. Operator removed during inspection.
- +4 more violations →
CHINA BUFFET
1032 SW 67 AVE, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 6
- Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in cooler at kitchen entrance.
- Stored food not covered. Observed containers of ice cream in chest freezer with no lid.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer.
- +2 more violations →
CREA CAFE AT THE ICON
450 ALTON RD, MIAMI BEACH · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the sever filling water glasses at the hand sink at the front counter.
LA BODEGA RESTAURANT
13774 SW 88 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
2 5 5
- Observed at dish machine in ware wash area Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up three compartment sink until dish machine is repaired.
- Observed in walk in freezer nonfood-grade bags storing beef.
- Observed on menu ceviche which contains raw fish not identified by consumer advisory.
- Observed Sonia O. Engaging in food preparation working longer than 60 days without proof of employee training.
- Observed addition of bar area to the left of kitchen entrance without plan review. Observed bathroom in location different to plans provided. Kitchen layout is different to plans provided. Observed removal of front counter to the right of entrance door. Observed mop sink located inside under dish machine in ware wash area. Plans state mop sink are outside. Establishment located at 13774 SW 88 ST Miami,FL occupying two bays, As per Operator, second bay address is 13770 SW 88 ST.
- +7 more violations →
HOLE 19 SCRATCH KITCHEN+BAR
650 CURTISS PKWY, MIAMI SPRINGS · Dade County
May 6, 2026
1 2
- Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust.
- Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair.
- Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation.
CHICKEN STACK FIRE GRILL
16776 SW 88 ST, MIAMI · Dade County
May 6, 2026
2 1 6
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing on mop sink faucet.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cans of spray paint stored on shelf above white chest freezer in back prep area.
- Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee training certificates missing date of birth.
- Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
- Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed womens bathroom door not self closing.
- +4 more violations →
