Florida City Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
22
Score
Florida City Restaurant has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around 10 violations to closer to 15 violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited 10 times.
The city-wide average sits at 66, which Florida City Restaurant's 22 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
4
Critical latest
4
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves to marinate raw chicken and plate food to serve to customers. No handwash. Coach employee.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants expired since October 1, 2025. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce. Coach manager. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in cooler across fryers soiled. Manager started cleaning reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink at kitchen blocked with filter tank.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwash sink located in the kitchen. Observed no soap in the woman's bathroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 thawed bags of tilapia in ROP at reach in cooler across white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler across oven in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler near the triple sink used as storage. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Observed ice buildup at ice cream reach in freezer located in the back kitchen area.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of handwash sink at kitchen soiled with food debris and grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at handwash sink located in the kitchen.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind cooking equipments and reach in freezer. Observed wall at triple sink soiled with food debris.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at faucet at the triple sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container of sugar not label at shelves near white chest freezer. Observed blue container of flour not labeled in the kitchen.
02D-01-5
22
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken wings over raw shrimp. Operator fixed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for 1 employee; Kamiul. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
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. Observed no poster or kit; inspector provided via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves at dry food storage.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink; paper towels unable to be used. **Repeat Violation**
31B-05-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave exterior soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 swai filet thawed completely in ROP.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter out of service. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil on floor in dining area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup in all freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odor in kitchen near warewash.
36-64-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.observed old spice containers reused for other seasonings.
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under flat top.
14-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of lids on floor at front counter.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area; soiled walls.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
42-01-4
20
Apr 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mohamed D. 3 months. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mohamed D. 3 months. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as scoop inside the sugar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: Observed a plastic bowl used as scoop inside the sugar. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler out of order at the front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: Observed a reach in cooler out of order at the front counter. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at both reach in freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at both reach in freezers. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
70
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell egg stored above rice inside the reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mohamed D. 3 months. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as scoop inside the sugar. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler out of order at the front counter. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at both reach in freezers. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
50
Nov 4, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
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 establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: 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 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: 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 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended**
51-15-4
70
Nov 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 40 rodent dropping behind reach in freezer in kitchen area. Also observed over 40 rodent droppings on preparation table next to raw chicken in kitchen area. Also observed 10 rodent droppings on glass plates on preparation table and observed 10 on dry storage shelf with onions, and powder beverage in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed 2 rodent droppings on preparation table. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed 1 rodent droppings on table in dining area, also observed 25 plus droppings inside cabinets at the front entrance and underneath the soda machine located at dining area. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet **Time Extended**
32-11-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at customer bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at customer bathroom. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed at customer bathroom **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at white cutting board at front counter. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed at white cutting board at front counter **Time Extended**
14-09-4
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 establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: 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 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: 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 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at customer bathroom - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at customer bathroom **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed at customer bathroom **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed women's restroom in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed women's restroom in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed women's restroom in disrepair. **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom **Time Extended**
32-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
35
Oct 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 40 rodent dropping behind reach in freezer in kitchen area. Also observed over 40 rodent droppings on preparation table next to raw chicken in kitchen area. Also observed 10 rodent droppings on glass plates on preparation table and observed 10 on dry storage shelf with onions, and powder beverage in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed 2 rodent droppings on preparation table. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at customer bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at customer bathroom. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. **Time Extended**
32-11-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove soiled with old food debris and grease. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed stove soiled with old food debris and grease. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocker by fan. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed hand wash sink blocker by fa **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout entire establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout entire establishment. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed women's restroom in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed women's restroom in disrepair. **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom. **Time Extended**
32-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in any unit until the units are repaired. Observed all coolers in establishment not maintaining proper temperatures. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed all coolers in establishment not maintaining proper temperatures. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at white cutting board at front counter. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed hood filters broken in kitchen. Also observed all reach in coolers in establishment maintaining an ambient temperature of above 50F. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Also observed all reach in coolers in establishment maintaining an ambient temperature of above 50F. **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 establishment has 19 seats but is licensed for 8. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: 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 19 seats but is licensed for 8 **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at customer bathroom - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at customer bathroom **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor throughout entire establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed objectionable odor throughout entire establishment. **Time Extended**
36-64-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leaking from three compartment sink into metal container. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed water leaking from three compartment sink into metal container **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at all reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed at all reach in coolers. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored on floor in dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed to go containers and sugar stored on floor in dining area **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in kitchen. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
17
Oct 24, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 10 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 35 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 1 bottle of raid stored in dry storage area.
41-05-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 40 rodent dropping behind reach in freezer in kitchen area. Also observed over 40 rodent droppings on preparation table next to raw chicken in kitchen area. Also observed 10 rodent droppings on glass plates on preparation table and observed 10 on dry storage shelf with onions, and powder beverage in kitchen area.
35A-04-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch phone then proceed to cook
12A-09-4
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 Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken Gizzards (50F); Chicken (52F - Hot Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued. **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Chicken Gizzards (50F); Chicken (52F - Hot Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout entire establishment.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove soiled with old food debris and grease. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocker by fan.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 3CS reaching temperature of 72F.
27-24-5
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
32-11-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed 3CS reaching temperature of 72F.
27-06-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink in kitchen in disrepair.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at customer bathroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed women's restroom in disrepair.
32-05-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Observed handwash and toilet dirty in bathroom.
32-07-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in any unit until the units are repaired. Observed all coolers in establishment not maintaining proper temperatures.
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at front counter.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed hood filters broken in kitchen. Also observed all reach in coolers in establishment maintaining an ambient temperature of above 50F.
14-11-5
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 has 19 seats but is licensed for 8.
51-09-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
51-15-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at customer bathroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed AC vent soiled with dust in dining area. Also observed walls and floors soiled with grease throughout kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor throughout entire establishment.
36-64-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee water bottle in reach in cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leaking from three compartment sink into metal container.
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at all reach in coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken stored in reach in cooler uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on preparation table in kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in kitchen behind reach in freezer. Also observed 3 dead roaches in rat trap near 3 compartment sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 dead roach near reach in freezer chest in kitchen area.
35A-03-4
6
Feb 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (50 F - Cold Holding) as per employee for less than 4 hours. Employee placed chicken wings inside another reach in cooler. **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 grit (115 F - Cold Holding); sausage (115 F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per employee foods were not for sale. Foods were left over from breakfast. Stop sale was issued.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection at the mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee was coached to wash hands before putting on gloves.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed sausage stored above ice inside the reach in freezer.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed grit (115 F - Cold Holding); sausage (115 F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per employee foods were not for sale. Foods were left over from breakfast. Stop sale was issued.
01B-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. Form was provided to operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both bathrooms.
31B-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. Form was provided to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors do not closed properly.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the water.
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 reach in cooler at the front,one of them not working and the other it is not maintaining the proper temperature. Gaskets are torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
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 has 19 seats but the license is for 8.
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed a reach in freezer stored next to the coin machines not locked. Operator was advised to locked food to prevent contamination.
08B-42-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall behind 3 compartment sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
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 a cup used as scoop inside the sugar.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom of reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken in standing water at the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how to that food.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.observed at the reach in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the floor.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container not identified.
02D-01-5
14
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw ground beef at reach in freezer.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed waste water on floor as a result of wastewater backing up through floor drain when the hand wash sink faucet is open. The plumber came and cleared the line from the hand wash sink to the drain and no sewer water was come up from the drain when the hand wash sink water is open. **Corrected On-Site**
28-26-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (60 F - Cold Holding) at three compartment sink. As per operator was thawed. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle with chlorine in water at preparation table. Operator moved the bottle to the three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed flour in soiled container on preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
08B-27-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2022. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washed hands in the three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle that as per manager has chlorine in water not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Operator removed the trapped insects paper. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a dish inside of the flour container. Operator removed the dish. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw fish inside of reduced oxygen package bearing a label at reach in cooler. Operator cut the individual packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a oil container stored on floor next to the office.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at preparation area.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawed inside of water at room temperature at drain board of three compartment sink. And chicken wings thawed inside of three compartment sink at room temperature. Operator discarded the water and moved the products to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind the fryer.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on preparation table.
21-12-4
14
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over milk at glass door reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (46 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager for less than two hours. Manager moved the products to the reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee touching a sandwich when putting in the single service container. Employee was informed that the ready to eat food can not be touched with bare hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
09-01-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed flour in soiled container at preparation table.
08B-27-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed a probe thermometer soiled. Manager moved the thermometer to the three compartment sink to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-12-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at preparation area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at preparation area and men and women bathrooms. Paper towels was provided at preparation area.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves rust at reach in cooler cook line and glass door reach in cooler.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed Raid containers stored next to hand wash sink.
41-04-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turn on the line of hot water. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. At Men and women bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, inside of flour container. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed two reach in coolers out of service. As per the manager they will be get service for the reach in coolers today. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled located in front of the grill and one located next to reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues located at cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. One located next to reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings thawed inside of the three containers sink at room temperature. Manager moved the products to the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at hand wash sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10 ppm). Manager added chlorine to get 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not identified by common name at preparation table next to the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Florida City Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Florida City Restaurant on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Florida City Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Florida City Restaurant.
How does Florida City Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Florida City?
Florida City Restaurant most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Florida City average of 66.
Has Florida City Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Florida City Restaurant have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Florida City Restaurant 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 Florida City Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Florida City Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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