Fialkoffs Express Surfside
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Fialkoffs Express Surfside six times, with records going back to 2023. On Oct 27, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up four times.
Compared to other Surfside restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer at 3 compartment sink not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling above walk in cooler showing water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot and cold water handles at hand wash sink in kitchen does not turn off water.
29-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris and mold-like substance.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind ovens soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
50
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any training for following employees: Ezequiel Acevedo, Nadia Fretes, Florencia Santiago, Sam Bah and Jamaris Owens. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Observed no proof of any training for following employees: Ezequiel Acevedo, Nadia Fretes, Florencia Santiago, Sam Bah and Jamaris Owens. 30 days. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind pizza ovens soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Observed wall behind pizza ovens soiled with accumulation of grease. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of sliding door reach in cooler at front counter soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Observed handles of sliding door reach in cooler at front counter soiled. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
70
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 5 employees engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present. Certified manager arrived during the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near mop sink. Employee provided paper towels.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any training for following employees: Ezequiel Acevedo, Nadia Fretes, Florencia Santiago, Sam Bah and Jamaris Owens.
53B-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of sliding door reach in cooler at front counter soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of shredded cheese and bag of onions stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. Observed cases of French fries stored on floor inside of reach in freezer. Observed 3 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor near 3 compartment sink. Observed 3 cases of plastic beverage bottles stored on floor in front of walk in cooler. Employees placed all items at least 6 inches above ground. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind pizza ovens soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 3 stacks of pizza boxes stored on floor near pizza oven. Observed 2 cases of napkins stored on floor in front of walk in cooler. Employee placed all items above ground. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
45
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta without date marked inside walk in cooler, as per employee cooked day before.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Hood filters dusted.
36-63-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bag with flour on the floor in kitchen area.
08B-47-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Soiled wall by triple sink,
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop inside the mop bucket. Manager corrected it **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fialkoffs Express Surfside last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fialkoffs Express Surfside on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fialkoffs Express Surfside?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fialkoffs Express Surfside.
How does Fialkoffs Express Surfside compare to other restaurants in Surfside?
Fialkoffs Express Surfside most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Surfside average of 74.
Has Fialkoffs Express Surfside's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fialkoffs Express Surfside have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fialkoffs Express Surfside 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 Fialkoffs Express Surfside inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fialkoffs Express Surfside is inspected around two times per year on average.
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