Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
47
Score
Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2022. Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue was last inspected on Mar 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around 12 violations to closer to 29 violations per visit.
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
15 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Missing for drain plugs for two dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer and cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed soiled and rusted the shelving units inside the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed ceiling not smooth at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Time Extended**
24-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor, crates being used as a counter for meat slicer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor, crates being used as a counter for meat slicer. **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store in a handle at the front counter next to panini press. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in use tongs stored on a working cart handle at the cook line and also on a handle in the front counter near panini press. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed in use tongs stored on a handle in the front counter near panini press. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed 7 shopping carts. **Time Extended**
33-30-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
47
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 23 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Time Extended**
22-12-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flan (46F - Cold Holding); milk (49F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in front area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed flan (51F - Cold Holding); milk (56F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in front area. Ambient thermometer for unit reading at around 56°F. A stop sale was issued for these items. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris on the blade. Observed soiled the exterior of food pans inside the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed soiled working pots and pans inside the kitchen. Observe soiled food contact shelves in the kitchen area. Observed can opener and its housing soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris on the blade. Observed soiled the exterior of food pans inside the walk in walk in freezer. Observed soiled working pots and pans inside the kitchen. Observe soiled food contact shelves in the kitchen area. Observed can opener and its housing soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee hire six months ago per manager, with no food handler training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed one employee hire six months ago per manager, with no food handler training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves housing clean equipment near 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed surface rust on shelves housing clean equipment near 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Observed for both men and woman's bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Observed for both men and woman's bathrooms. **Time Extended**
32-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining shelves inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed cardboard used as lining on one shelf inside walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in the ceiling above wall in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed holes in the ceiling above wall in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Time Extended**
24-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed basin next to sink counter housing clean glasses stored for air drying, being used as wash basin rather than sanitizer basin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed basin next to sink counter housing clean glasses stored for air drying, being used as soap wash basin rather than sanitizer basin. **Time Extended**
16-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed behind the shelves and food bins at the dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed behind the shelves and food bins at the dry storage area. **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor, crates being used as a counter for meat slicer. **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed gloves, plastic bags, single use utensils and cardboard box on the ground. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed gloves, plastic bags, single use utensils and cardboard box on the ground. **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store in a handle at the front counter next to panini press. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in use tongs stored on a working cart handle at the cook line and also on a handle in the front counter near panini press. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed stored above dishwashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in use insect control device mounted above dishwashing machine. **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer and cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts. **Time Extended**
33-30-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood under the microwave shelf and shelves housing single use items inside the kitchen. Also observed in front cafeteria area housing cases of plastic water bottles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed unsealed wood shelf in front cafeteria area housing cases of plastic water bottles **Time Extended**
14-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
17
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 33 minor violations.
View 43 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored next to raw fish inside the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed ham (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator the ham was cooked last night. Ham did not cooler properly. A stop sale was issued. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning**
22-12-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed being used for food items inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above ready to eat picadillo. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ham (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator the ham was cooked last night. Ham did not properly cool down. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flan (46F - Cold Holding); milk (49F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in front area. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris on the blade. Observed soiled the exterior of food pans inside the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed soiled working pots and pans inside the kitchen. Observe soiled food contact shelves in the kitchen area. Observed can opener and its housing soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee hire six months ago per manager, with no food handler training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves housing clean equipment near 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior soiled for ice machine in front counter area, . **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. Observed for both men and woman's bathrooms. **Warning**
32-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining shelves inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at dry storage area, in front of walk in freezer and in the front cafeteria area, and front counter area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in the ceiling above wall in cooler. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent above dry food storage area, front area and cafeteria. Also observed soiled ceiling tiles around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed no splash guard in between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink used to store clean equipment or to prepare food. **Warning**
24-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots stored inverted on shelves near exit door. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed basin next to sink counter housing clean glasses stored for air drying, being used as wash basin rather than sanitizer basin. **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Equipment and/or utensils in chilled room not cleaned at the frequency required based on the temperature of the room. Observed heavy black debris on the interior walls and ceiling inside the walk on cooler. **Warning**
22-14-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair. Observed disrepair knife coaster, woods panels used to store food items and equipment. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at the three compartment sink in the kitchen. **Warning**
36-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under neath the oven in the kitchen. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed behind the shelves and food bins at the dry storage area. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled and also rust build up on the floor of walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed due to unmounted equipment from the floor. **Warning**
36-12-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed gloves, plastic bags, single use utensils and cardboard box on the ground. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage, the wall near walk in cooler and entrance holes and it continues around the corner towards mop sink. Also observed tow holes behind can goods dry storage shelves in back area. Also observed hole at prep table under microwave. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife store between counter and wall near the panini press in the front area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs store in a handle at the front counter next to panini press. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed stored above dishwashing machine. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed for light panel near mop sink I'm dry storage food area. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for two dumpsters. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled stove hood filters, shelving units storing can goods, the shelving units inside the walk in freezer and cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed two dry soiled wiping cloths on top of prep counter and also observed on clean food equipment on shelving unit near back door. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered cooked whole ham inside the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed 7 shopping carts. **Warning**
33-30-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors at mop sink, dry storage food area. Also observe in front of walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood under the microwave shelf and shelves housing single use items inside the kitchen. Also observed in front cafeteria area housing cases of plastic water bottles. **Warning**
14-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal food pan containing sugar with no label at the cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
5
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding) inside walking cooler in cooler. As per operator, product was made yesterday. Operator threw away product. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of W40 improperly placed on top of prep area next to reach in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connection at the mop sink with no vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl used as a scoop for marinara sauce in the reach in cooler inside kitchen area. Operator removed the plastic container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining 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 tile on top of cooking line soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board soiled and with cut marks next to reach in cooler inside kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in freezer door in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed on top of three compartment sink a plastic container cracked. Operator threw the container in the trash. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between the wall and three compartment sink.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil in rice bin with handle improperly placed inside container.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container used to scoop white rice in water at 84 F in the steam table inside the kitchen. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash station located near front counter in disrepair. Operator called technician to have it repaired. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in freezer shelves rusted.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles in cooking line with no labels. Operator added labels to each bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
33
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed COOKED BEEF (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than six hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed COOKED LAMB (51F - Cooling) COOKED OX TAIL (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler,, as per manager more than six hours. **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed RAW SALMON (46F - Cold Holding); RAW CHURRASCO (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation station across from fryers, as per manager more than six hours. Observed COOKED BEEF (50F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than six hours. Observed RAW STEAK (51F - Cooling); DICED HAM AND CHEESE (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed SLICED HAM (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. Observed COOKED LAMB (51F - Cooling) COOKED OX TAIL (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler,, as per manager more than six hours.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed RAW STEAK (51F - Cooling); DICED HAM AND CHEESE (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed SLICED HAM (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per manager more than four hours. **Admin Complaint**
03D-07-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles behind hood soiled with grease. Observed vents at walk in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards grooved. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear screen door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor at walk in cooler not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water knob at handwashing sink located at front counter in poor repair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden shelves at dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: **Time Extended**
14-06-4
43
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
21
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cooked beef. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed shell eggs over cooked beef. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line. **Time Extended**
28-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed back area wall next to walk in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed back area wall next to walk in freezer **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In the storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In the storage area. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed back area storage not maintained clean and organized with old equipments, tables. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed back area storage not maintained clean and organized with old equipments, tables. **Time Extended**
33-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
55
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
32
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 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 raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked boniato (53F - Cold Holding); milk (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for more than 4 hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Observed raw chicken at 46F, tomato sauce 51F all cold holding at Reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for approximately 3 hours. Employee removed products and took to walk in cooler. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed heavy accumulation of grease on ceiling at fryer area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Observed heavy accumulation of grease on ceiling at fryer **Time Extended**
36-34-5
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 reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: 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 reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line. **Time Extended**
28-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line and sandwich preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line and sandwich preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps at sides of back exit screened door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Observed gaps at sides of back exit screened door. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and sandwich area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and sandwich area. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
58
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked boniato (53F - Cold Holding); milk (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for more than 4 hours. **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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12A-16-4
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 raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding); raw beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked boniato (53F - Cold Holding); milk (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, for more than 4 hours. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance at front counter. Manager began removing debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at front line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed heavy accumulation of grease on ceiling at fryer area. **Warning**
36-34-5
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 reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain line from ice machine leading into metal container on floor at front line. **Warning**
28-02-4
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 cook line and sandwich preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps at sides of back exit screened door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed glue trap hung over produce at dry storage area. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover heavily soiled with dust. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed accumulation of dead flying insects in glue trap above produce at dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line and sandwich area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm at front line. Employee replenished solution with chlorine. final reading, 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
25
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Observed chick pea soup at 47F, cooked beef 51F all cooling at walk in cooler. As per manager, since the previous day. Coached manager and employees on proper cooling procedures. **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Observed chick pea soup at 47F, cooked beef 51F all cooling at walk in cooler. As per manager, since the previous day. **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed soup with sausage cooling inside closed container. Coached manager on proper cooling procedures. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Observed chick pea soup and cooked beef cooling inside closed containers at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation and sandwich areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation and sandwich areas. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed beans and rice lids with cracks, leaving food exposed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed beans and rice lids with cracks, leaving food exposed **Time Extended**
14-38-4
50
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed cook begin to prepare bacon, no hand wash. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish at reach in cooler at preparation area. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup with sausage (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per employee, item was prepared on previous day. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice with beans (111F - Hot Holding); rice (109F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee increased steam table temperature. Observed cooked onion (82F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Advised employee to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed soup with sausage cooling inside closed container. Coached manager on proper cooling procedures. **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with black stains near microwave. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead flying insects in control devices. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. **Warning**
16-15-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation and sandwich areas. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer soiled with accumulated food debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed beans and rice lids with cracks, leaving food exposed. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of plastic squeeze bottles soiled near oven. Observed heavy accumulation of old food debris between fryer and grill. Observed storage rack near dish machine soiled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection. Employee closed door. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of single service cups stored on floor at dry storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with food debris at preparation area above spices. Also observed ceiling vents soiled with black substance at kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cutting board at preparation area. Manager removed cloth. **Warning**
21-12-4
14
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed tomato sauce stored inside sanitizer bucket at reach in cooler at preparation area. Manger voluntarily discarded tomato sauce. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ess than 30 minutes. Observed Pooled eggs (52F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per manager for approximately 1 hour. Employee added ice to surrounding container. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 200 plus ppm. Manager diluted chlorine solution with water, second reading 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade and holster soiled with old food debris. Employee began removing debris. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked chicken not date marked at walk in cooler, container of flan at reach in cooler at front counter. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days.
02C-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped insects in control devices. Observed near dish machine.
35A-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatulas stored between wall and 3 compartment sink. Manager removed items and took to wash rinse and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-14-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area and front counter at sandwich preparation station.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed flour storage lid in disrepair at dry storage area.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at top and bottom of back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler, onions stored on floor at dry storage area and raw king fish stored on floor at walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage rack soiled near dish machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back and front exit doors open during inspection. Manager closed doors. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on stove at cook line.
21-10-4
Basic - Standing water on floor near stove and at men's bathroom.
29-19-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.
36-50-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from ceiling onto floor at men's bathroom.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed some towels inside sanitizer solution. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-12-4
20
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in cooler at cook line. Employee rearranged items.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (51F - Cold Holding) on ice at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Employee added ice to container surrounding pooled eggs. **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 sautéed onion (98F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per manager, less than1 hour. Employee took item to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Located at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of beans at walk in cooler not date marked. As per manager, item was prepared 2 days prior.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at front counter area.
27-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe underneath hand sink onto floor at front counter area. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket in disrepair.
36-51-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatulas stored between wall and 3 compartment sink. Employee removed items and took to wash rinse and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-14-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located at sandwich area, cook line and preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit screen door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of cooking oil and garlic powder stored on floor near dry storage area. Observed containers of plastic water bottles stored on the floor at front counter area. Observed container of cooked ham stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Located above walk in freezer.
36-24-5
Basic - 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 handle touching rice and beans inside containers. Employee rearranged scoops. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with black substance at cook line. Observed reach in cooler fan covers soiled with accumulated dust at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of beans and noodles at walk in cooler not covered. Employee took items to cover. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulated dust. Observed hoods soiled with accumulated grease.
36-50-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue.
How does Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue have averaged around 29 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue 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 Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caribe Restaurant 97th Avenue is inspected around four times per year on average.
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