Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar has 10 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 6, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around 11 violations, down from roughly 14 violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up seven times.
Restaurants in Miami Springs average 78, so Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags for oyster and clams missing date of last one sold. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
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 Cesar and Claudia Hired more than sixty days with no proof of training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters at ice machine missing service date. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at Bar area a CO tank not secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
58
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw mahi and raw tuna portions thawed in original ROP packaging. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line flip top RAW BEEF PATTIES (50F - Cold Holding); TSATZIKI SAUCE (49F - Cold Holding); COLESLAW (53F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags for oyster and clams missing date of last one sold. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
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 Cesar and Claudia Hired more than sixty days with no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler with surface rust. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters at ice machine missing service date. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine on the right at hallway soiled. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at Bar area a CO tank not secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
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 triple door reach in cooler at cook line 50F and not cooling properly. **Warning**
14-74-7
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 mahi and raw tuna portions thawed in original ROP packaging. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed is from October 1st, 2025. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table at prep area, employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler buckling and in poor repair. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of walk in freezer door missing panel and exposed insulation. **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers at walk in cooler soiled with dust debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler /Walk- in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance. **Warning**
22-16-4
30
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not date marked with the last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside both Ice machines. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured inside soda machine area.
51-11-4
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 mahi fish inside ROP bag in reach in cooler across cook line. Operator removed fish from bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler across cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in soda machine room.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with lemons stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs from oven handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Walk in cooler fan covers soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler across cook line. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
55
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards on reach in coolers in kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken wings buckets stored on Walk in freezer floor. Also, observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed buckets and containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Ice creams reach in freezer in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep table and reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by microwaves in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with sauces unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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 mahi mahi bags inside reach in cooler. Operator cut bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee restroom.
32-12-6
50
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board on reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche, raw salmon tartare, and raw oysters not date marked as raw items on Menu.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine and Quaternary Test kits.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in ware washing area. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed inside coffee prep area.
51-11-4
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 mahi bags uncut inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Operator started to cut bags. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door on black microwave in kitchen. Also, observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside coffee prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by cook line.
23-03-4
39
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching shirt and touching clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands.
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hat. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside soda machine room.
36-22-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
36-68-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice buckets stored on dry storage floor.
10-14-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed both scoops handle touching ice inside Bar.
10-08-5
Basic - Kitchen Fans with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers unlabeled inside dry storage.
02D-01-5
39
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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 mahi-mahi fish inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Operator started to cut bags. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair inside Bar.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken wings plastic containers, and potatoes box stored on Walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle inside kitchen. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
70
Jun 27, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-27: At time of callback inspection observed missing proper shield inside dry storage. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-27: At time of callback inspection observed soiled hood filters. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Apr 26, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles inside Bar. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
16-37-1
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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with sanitizer not labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom waste receptacle not constructed of easily cleanable material.
32-08-4
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 reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator cut bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards on reach in coolers inside kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside dry storage.
38-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed mashed potatoes container not covered inside reach in cooler. Operator covered container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
33
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer blade guard inside kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside corn container inside kitchen. Chef removed cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tile inside Bar.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bread containers stored on Walk in freezer floor. Chef removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Chef removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on hood filters over grill inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover.
23-03-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar.
How does Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?
Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Springs average of 78.
Has Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar have averaged around 11 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hole 19 Scratch Kitchen+Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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