107 Taste
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
41
Score
107 Taste has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 10 violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited 10 times.
107 Taste's latest score of 41 falls below the Miami average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
15
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male cook line employee touch soiled apron with gloves on and touch clean utensils without proper hand wash.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (50F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of chlorine sanitizer stored next to rice cooker in back prep area. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed clean scoops stored in soiled container near ice cream station.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle with food debris build up.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two brown cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside white chest freezer near back prep area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs stored on fryer door handle at the cook line.
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of seasonings located in back prep area with no label.
02D-01-5
41
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles near main cook line soiled. Observed ceiling vents near main cook line soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-16: Observed ceiling tiles near main cook line soiled. Observed ceiling vents near main cook line soiled. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-16: Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee handwashing sign at hand wash station next to three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-16: Observed no employee handwashing sign at hand wash station next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area next to three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-16: Observed wall soiled in kitchen area next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
82
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male employee improperly washing hands and closed the faucet handle before drying hands with paper towel. Coached employee on proper hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken wings (69F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per operator, wings were made yesterday. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); corn (53F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (69F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, products were made about an hour ago. Operator placed items in walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried rice (132F - Hot Holding) near steam table. As per operator, product was made about half an hour ago. Operator began to reheat to correct parameters. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitation bucket containing chlorine solution next to rice cooker in the kitchen area.
41-10-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves inside walk in cooler.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles near main cook line soiled. Observed ceiling vents near main cook line soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed brown cutting board at the prep station next to reach in cooler with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has an estimate of 80 Seats inside restaurant.
51-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs on oven door handle at the main cook line.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under brown cutting board in the kitchen area next to reach in cooler.
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee handwashing sign at hand wash station next to three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area next to three compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working containers of sauces and oils at the cook line with no label. Observed clear squeeze bottles located at the front counter containing oil with no label.
02D-01-5
30
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the three compartment sink hand washing sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the three compartment sink hand washing sink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone , keys on top of the prep table. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Observed speaker on top of the prep table. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment license shows 10 seats, observed 70 seats. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Operator still working in the seating increase. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed wonton, vegetables spring rolls not covered inside of the kitchen white reach in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Observed wonton, vegetables spring rolls not covered inside of the kitchen white reach in freezer **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
78
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of Tylenol on top of the prep table. Employee removed the Tylenol container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at ambient temperature, employee put she eggs on reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the three compartment sink hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed person in charge Diana Martinez lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone , keys on top of the prep table. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while cooking. Employee put hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment license shows 10 seats, observed 70 seats. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the white reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed front counter, and back area reach in coolers gaskets with heavy soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed wonton, vegetables spring rolls not covered inside of the kitchen white reach in freezer
08B-12-5
35
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer containers stored on shelf next to single service straws at counter near ice machine. Observed Insect spray in container with metal strainer at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed Insect spray in container with metal strainer at preparation area. **Time Extended**
41-10-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked eggs in reach in cooler at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed raw eggs stored above cooked eggs in reach in cooler at preparation area. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day. Discussed with employee not to overfill containers. Observed Cooked Shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); Spring Rolls (58F - Cold Holding) resting on containers at preparation cooler at cook line. As per employee, for less than 1 hour. Employee placed containers inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed cooked shrimp at 67F cold holding resting on containers at top of preparation cooler. As per food manager, for 1 hour. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sugar scoop stored inside container soiled with old food debris. Employee took scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed sugar scoop stored inside container soiled with old food debris. Employee took scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill water pitcher at hand sink at front counter. Discussed proper use of Handsink with employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed metal containers stored inside hand sink at dish area. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage stored on shelves with bowls. Employee removed beverages. Observed employee beverage stored on front preparation counter. Observed employee beverage stored in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed employee drink stored on shelf above cutting board in preparation area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed employee phone and keys on preparation table shelf above preparation cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment is approved for 10 seats. Observed 70 seats. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed establishment is approved for 10 seats. Observed 70 seats. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed 3 buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in preparation area. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between preparation coolers at cook line. Cook removed knife and took to ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed knife stored between preparation coolers at cook line. **Time Extended**
10-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth stored under cutting board at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed wet cloth stored under cutting board at preparation area. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables at cook line. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of cornstarch and sugar unlabeled in storage area near cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed containers of cornstarch and sugar unlabeled in storage area near cook line. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
35
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Cooked Beef 12:30-1:30 (115F- 94F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken 12:30-1:30 (115F- 90F- Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per cook, products were prepared more than 2 hours prior. Discussed cooling process with employees and provided cooling handout via email. Employees began reheating products to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dish-machine at 0 ppm. Final reading 50 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked eggs in reach in cooler at preparation area. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kimchi (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, product was place in unit on previous day. Discussed with employee not to overfill containers. Observed Cooked Shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); Spring Rolls (58F - Cold Holding) resting on containers at preparation cooler at cook line. As per employee, for less than 1 hour. Employee placed containers inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer containers stored on shelf next to single service straws at counter near ice machine. Observed Insect spray in container with metal strainer at preparation area. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers boiled eggs on the menu undercooked. Product not identified and linked to consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sugar scoop stored inside container soiled with old food debris. Employee took scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sinks blocked by garbage can at ware washing area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill water pitcher at hand sink at front counter. Discussed proper use of Handsink with employee. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed A/C unit vent soiled with black substance across from cook line. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired 2023. Provided paperless licensing handout. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage stored on shelves with bowls. Employee removed beverages. Observed employee beverage stored on front preparation counter. Observed employee beverage stored in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed employee drink stored on shelf above cutting board in preparation area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting above three compartment sink. Discussed with employee. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment is approved for 10 seats. Observed 70 seats. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler in preparation area. Employee removed water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in preparation area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between preparation coolers at cook line. Cook removed knife and took to ware washing area. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth stored under cutting board at preparation area. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in the reach in cooler near walk in freezer. Employee placed a thermometer in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of cornstarch and sugar unlabeled in storage area near cook line. **Warning**
02D-01-5
14
Jan 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (108F - Cold Holding) at cook line in kitchen, as per chef cooker 20 minutes ago. Manager moved item to reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Outdoor refuse area not curbed and graded to drain.
33-27-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license from October 1, 2023. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 98F located at noodle station.
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled in reach in cooler across from cook line. Observed hood filter at the kitchen soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored above in preparation table at noodle station. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with no common name stored in reach in cooler at kitchen.
02D-01-5
47
Sep 5, 2023
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Aug 30, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at top portion of prep reach in cooler : cooked eggs (46F - Cold Holding); pork roll (49F - Cold Holding); beans sprouts (48F - Cold Holding). As per employee cooked items were placed on the unit approximately 2 hours ago. Employee placed products inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working. Coached employee in proper procedures. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings over cooked pork inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed wings and stored them proper way. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed 48 raw eggs shells stored on top of predation table next to cooking line. Operator removed them and placed the eggs inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink by kitchen entrance. Employee placed a new paper roll. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed water cup, car keys and personal cell phone on top of shelves over reach in cooler at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment approved for 10 seats, observed 50 seats available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer inside kitchen. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soil walk in cooler gasket. **Warning**
23-03-4
37
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu (77F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (67F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at preparation area. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed items inside reach in cooler. Observed chicken (81F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to take item to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. Observed noodles (83F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation area. As per employee, for 30 minutes. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. Observed shrimp (84F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Observed tofu at 51F at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee since the previous day. Observed egg rolls at 55F cold holding at room temperature at cook line. Observed cooked noodles at 53F cold holding at reach in cooler at preparation area. As per employee, for approximately 30 minutes. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 five food employees no Certified Food Manager on duty. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Observed 5 food employees, no Certified Food Manager on duty. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table at cook line. Person in charge removed phone. Observed employee bag stored on preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Employee drink on table with single service items. Employee removed drink. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 50 seats available, establishment currently approved for 10 seats. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 50 seats available, establishment currently approved for 10 seats. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed accumulation of old food debris between stove and fryer's. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed accumulation of old food debris between stove and fryer's. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed water leaking from cooling unit onto shelves above 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Observed water leaking from cooling unit onto shelves above 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
29-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
55
Jul 17, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked noodles at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu (77F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (67F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at preparation area. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed items inside reach in cooler. Observed chicken (81F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to take item to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. Observed noodles (83F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation area. As per employee, for 30 minutes. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. Observed shrimp (84F - Cold Holding) at top portion of reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed product inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Manager coached employee on hand washing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over beans sprouts at walk-in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area. Employee moved garbage can. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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 five food employees no Certified Food Manager on duty. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Coached employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-01-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table at cook line. Person in charge removed phone. Observed employee bag stored on preparation area. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 50 seats available, establishment currently approved for 10 seats. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of soy sauce and plantains on the floor at the cook line. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed accumulation of old food debris between stove and fryer's. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed water leaking from cooling unit onto shelves above 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service bowls not inverted at preparation area and front counter. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing at room temperature near 3 compartment sink at preparation area. Employee began placing product under cool running water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and preparation area. **Warning**
21-12-4
23
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can across from cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can across from cook line. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can across from cook line. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 53 seats available, establishment approved for 10 seats. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 54 seats available, establishment approved for 10 seats. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
82
Apr 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (46F - Cold Holding) at room temperature near cook line. As per employee, less than 2 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed tofu at 69F cold holding at room temperature at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Employee moved item to reach in cooler. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink and hose connected near dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink and hose connected near dish machine. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can across from cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can across from cook line. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.145 - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed hot water sanitizing dish machine at 148F. **Time Extended**
22-56-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: 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. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf at walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed cardboard lining shelf at dry storage area. **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair at preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 53 seats available, establishment approved for 10 seats. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 54 seats available, establishment approved for 10 seats. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of soy sauce stored on floor near kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed noodles stored on floor at cook line. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.filters - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Observed hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
35
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200ppm. Manager diluted to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-15-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed tapioca held under time as control. As per employee, item was prepared more than 4 hours prior. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (67F - Cold Holding); shrimp tempura (66F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per manager, less than 2 hours. Manager placed items inside reach in cooler. Observed shrimp dumpling (58F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager, less than 3 hours. Advised manager to take items to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. Observed half and half (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per employee, item was held at room temperature for less than 30 minutes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed tapioca held under time as control. As per employee, item was prepared more than 4 hours prior. **Warning**
03F-04-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris and straws inside hand sink at front counter area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bags of cornstarch, tempura and sugar not covered at dry storage area. Manager covered items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowls stored inside bags of cornstarch and tempura. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil and soy sauce stored on floor near cook line. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom and ware washing area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service bowls not inverted at front counter. Employee inverted items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled with black substance. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris near single door reach in cooler at preparation area. Observed wall soiled with black substance near hand sink at preparation area. Manager began removing substance. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 107 Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 107 Taste on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 107 Taste?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at 107 Taste.
How does 107 Taste compare to other restaurants in Miami?
107 Taste most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has 107 Taste's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 107 Taste have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 107 Taste means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 107 Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 107 Taste is inspected around four times per year on average.
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