Le Genie Restaurant
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025
33
Score
Across the available record, Le Genie Restaurant has 16 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Nov 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 16 violations compared to roughly 21 violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
That's lower than the typical North Miami Beach restaurant, which scores around 72. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
16
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/1/25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed license expired on 10/1/25. **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
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 2025-11-04: 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 - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Observed establishment remodel inside the kitchen. The kitchen hand washing sink is no longer next to ice machine, it was installed between the kitchen entrance door and the dishwasher. Observed establishment added an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed establishment remodel inside the kitchen. The kitchen hand washing sink is no longer next to ice machine, it was installed between the kitchen entrance door and the dishwasher. Observed establishment added an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
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 Gerda hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed Gerda hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed pots and pan in the establishment to big to fit in the 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed pots and pan in the establishment to big to fit in the 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
16-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives tomorrow. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives today. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer under construction. **Time Extended**
08B-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey thawing in ambient temperature in the kitchen under the steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed salted pollack thawing in room temperature. **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed construction debris throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-04: Observed construction debris under the 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
33
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 8 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 25+ live flies in the storage room laying on rice bags, cases of whole vegetables, containers of seasoning and single service items like napkins and foam to go containers. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/1/25. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (67F - Cold Holding); goat (71F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the reach in cooler, as per employee removed from reach in cooler 1 hour ago. Operator placed items into another reach in cooler. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
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 6 employees engaged in food preparation with no manager certificate. Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new roll. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Observed establishment remodel inside the kitchen. The kitchen hand washing sink is no longer next to ice machine, it was installed between the kitchen entrance door and the dishwasher. Observed establishment added an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
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 Gerda hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed pots and pan in the establishment to big to fit in the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
16-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher in poor repair due to plumbing still being worked on. As per manager Samie, plumber arrives tomorrow. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed establishment currently has on-going construction in kitchen area. Observed construction crew conducting repairs to walk in cooler at time of inspection. Observed container of uncovered turkey wings stored on the floor at kitchen exposed to dust due to construction. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of Piklize and turkey wings stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored seasoning on top of preparation table with no cover. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey thawing in ambient temperature in the kitchen under the steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed construction debris throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
36-10-4
14
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
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 Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black beans, cornmeal, flour, rice and sugar stored in containers with no name label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed black beans, cornmeal, flour, rice and sugar stored in containers with no name label. **Time Extended**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
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 2025-09-03: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the bathrooms and kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the bathrooms and kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, and walk in freezer with ambient temperature of 48F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Walk in freezer ambient temperature at 38F. Walk in cooler ambient temperature at 70F. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed ice machine in disrepair in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door by the bathrooms with gap on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed back door by the bathrooms with gap on the floor. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed cutting board in the kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed cutting board in the kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By handwashing sink and dishwasher and walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed wall by the fan with accumulated dust. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer and walk in cooler floor heavily soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-03: Observed walk in freezer and walk in cooler floor heavily soiled. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
37
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 7 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salted pollock (67F - Cold Holding); chicken sauce (65F - Cold Holding); pork sauce (65F - Cold Holding);; raw shell egg (70F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale issued **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salted pollock (67F - Cold Holding); chicken sauce (65F - Cold Holding); pork sauce (65F - Cold Holding);; raw shell egg (70F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Stop sale issued **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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 goat (127F - Hot Holding) on top of stove for less than 1 hour, as per operator. Operator turned on burner. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Observed approximately 10+ dead flies in the reach in freezer. **Warning**
35A-09-4
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 chicken (47F - Cooling); cooked turkey (49F - Cooling); pork ear (49F - Cooling); cooked malanga (47F - Cooling); boiled crab legs (47F - Cooling); red snapper (47F - Cold Holding); oxtail (47F - Cooling) stored in the walk in freezer since yesterday morning, as per operator. Stop sale issued. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cooling); cooked turkey (49F - Cooling); pork ear (49F - Cooling); cooked malanga (47F - Cooling); boiled crab legs (47F - Cooling); red snapper (47F - Cold Holding); oxtail (47F - Cooling) stored in the walk in freezer since yesterday morning, as per operator. Stop sale issued. **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 6+ live flies on the wall by the handwashing sink, 2 live flies on the wall by the walk in cooler. Observed approximately 100+ live flies in the storage room laying on top of whole vegetables like Yame, habanero peppers, dried spinach, malanga and green plantains. Observed approximately 150+ live flies flying in the storage room laying on single service items like foam containers and napkins. Observed approximately 50+ live flying insects laying on the storage shelves where mojo and different seasoning containers are stored. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 samie as an assistant manager hired over 2 months ago with no manager certificate. **Warning**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
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 6 employees engaged in food preparation with no manager certification. Manager arrived. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator brought new paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning**
51-16-7
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 Gertha hired more than 2 years with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black beans, cornmeal, flour, rice and sugar stored in containers with no name label. **Warning**
02D-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the bathrooms and kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F, and walk in freezer with ambient temperature of 48F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair in the kitchen. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door by the bathrooms with gap on the floor. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By dishwasher and prep area. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork stored on the floor in the kitchen. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed 2 bug zappers on top of whole vegetables and soda cases in the storage room. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Observed cutting board in the kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked turkey and cooked chicken in the walk in freezer not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By handwashing sink and dishwasher and walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet cloths stored on top of prep tables. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer and walk in cooler floor heavily soiled. **Warning**
36-10-4
8
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed reach in freezer with snapper, beef and pork mix together not in their original box. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed reach in freezer with snapper, beef and pork mix together not in their original box. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
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 Nadine, Gertha and Madeline with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed Nadine and Madeline with no employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen. **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 vents in the kitchen with accumulated dust. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in the kitchen with accumulated dust. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no drip tray in the kitchen hood. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed no drip tray in the kitchen hood. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed small reach in cooler with interior soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed small reach in cooler with interior soiled. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items as cups and containers stored on the floor in the storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items as cups and containers stored on the floor in the storage room. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with heavy grease by the handwashing sink and cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed walls with heavy grease by the handwashing sink and cook line. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 mops stored on the floor of the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed 2 mops stored on the floor of the kitchen. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under dishwasher, fryers, handwashing sink, shelves, kitchen stove and storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed floor soiled under dishwasher, fryers, handwashing sink, shelves, kitchen stove and storage room. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
41
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed reach in freezer with snapper, beef and pork mix together not in their original box. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning**
51-16-7
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 Nadine, Gertha and Madeline with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items as cups and containers stored on the floor in the storage room. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with heavy grease by the handwashing sink and cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 mops stored on the floor of the kitchen. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under dishwasher, fryers, handwashing sink, shelves, kitchen stove and storage room. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in the kitchen with accumulated dust. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee drinks in the ice machine. Operator removed. **Warning**
12B-14-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no drip tray in the kitchen hood. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed small reach in cooler with interior soiled. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
27
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef tripe thawing in room temperature. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed red snapper thawing in room temperature. **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen and the storage area in unit 174. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen and the storage area in unit 174. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Throughout Unit 174. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Ceiling tile missing. Throughout Unit 174. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Unit number 174. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Unit number 174. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
70
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm), operator remade Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-42-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment has an extra storage space next door in unit 174. There are 2 reach in freezers where chicken, fish and pork are being stored for the restaurant. There are cases of water, Arizona cans, and soda cans; racks to storage seasonings such as sugar, salt, oregano, sour orange mix and mojo. **Warning**
51-16-7
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 Nadine, Gertha, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen and the storage area in unit 174. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Throughout Unit 174. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Unit number 174. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-42-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef tripe thawing in room temperature. **Warning**
06-01-5
47
Jun 28, 2024
Routine - Food
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. Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
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 Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: Observed Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
70
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
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. Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
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 Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
70
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell egg (63F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Placed item into walk in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed turkey (52F - Cold Holding); goat (50F - Cold Holding); ground chicken (52F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); salt fish (63F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler cover night, as per operator. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (52F - Cold Holding); goat (50F - Cold Holding); ground chicken (52F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); salt fish (63F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler cover night, as per operator. See stop sale. Observed pikliz (73F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Placed item into walk in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
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 rice and peas (127F - Hot Holding); legume (112F - Hot Holding) stored on top of stove for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Advised operator to reheat items, rice and peas (165F - Reheating); legume (173F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Wilbert Saint Philippe with no manager certification. **Repeat Violation**
53A-01-7
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 Marleine, Stacy and Guerda with no employee training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
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 with ambient temperature of 54F.
14-74-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/1/23. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed green plantains stored on the floor in the kitchen, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation**
14-42-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed goat and fish thawing in room temperature. Educated operator correct way of thawing. Items were placed back into walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
33
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Wilbert with no manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed Wilbert with no manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Wilbert with no manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
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 Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers heavily soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
39
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 25+ rodent dropping on top of the seasoning shelf in the kitchen, 8+ dropping by the handwashing sink in the kitchen, 15+ dropping by the dishwasher machine, 10+ dropping under the cookline, 15+ dropping behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, approximately 10+ droppings on top of the shelves where plates are stored, 15+ dropping in the dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed approximately 15+ droppings behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, 5 droppings under the 3 compartment sink, 3 dropping under handwashing sink. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to operator. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Emailed form to operator. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Wilbert with no manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed Wilbert with no manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
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 Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Emailed form to operator. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom floors not in good condition. Observed both bathrooms soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Bathroom floors not in good condition. Observed both bathrooms soiled. **Time Extended**
36-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher machine (0PPM- chlorine) not dispensing sanitizer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed dishwasher machine (25PPM- chlorine) not dispensing enough sanitizer. **Time Extended**
16-55-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers heavily soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under cookline, under 3 compartment sink, under dishwasher, walk in cooler, walk in freezer and under handwashing sink inside the kitchen heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed floor under stove and dishwasher machine soiled. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
23
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 9 major violations. 25 minor violations.
View 42 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of coconut milk dented in the dry storage area.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed raw snapper fish in the walk in cooler not in original box, operator unable to provide invoice.
01A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed cooked chicken over cooked goat in the walk in cooler. Provided storage handout.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 25+ rodent dropping on top of the seasoning shelf in the kitchen, 8+ dropping by the handwashing sink in the kitchen, 15+ dropping by the dishwasher machine, 10+ dropping under the cookline, 15+ dropping behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, approximately 10+ droppings on top of the shelves where plates are stored, 15+ dropping in the dry storage area.
35A-04-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shelled eggs (59F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler over night, as per operator.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomato sauce (63F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (64F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (64F - Cold Holding); crab mix (68F - Cold Holding); saltfish (60F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Observed raw shelled eggs (59F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler over night, as per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomato sauce (63F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (64F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (64F - Cold Holding); crab mix (68F - Cold Holding); saltfish (60F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler over night, as per operator.
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 boiled eggs (97F - Hot Holding); boiled plantains (97F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the prep table since 3 hours before inspection, as per operator. Advised operator to reheat items.
03B-01-6
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. Emailed form to operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Wilbert with no manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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 Marleine, and Guerda with no employee training.
53B-01-5
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. Emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 75F 2 minutes
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom floors not in good condition. Observed both bathrooms soiled.
36-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on the ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean plates and clean utensils stored on a soiled shelf.
24-06-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher machine (0PPM- chlorine) not dispensing sanitizer.
16-55-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under the handwashing sink and ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen.
36-12-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw fish stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall at the front counter. Observed hole in the wall next to the dishwasher.
36-24-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters, stove top, and fryers heavily soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
22-16-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed front counter and dry storage area not organized.
33-34-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cookline, dishwasher machine, handwashing sink, and 3 compartment sink heavily soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor under cookline, under 3 compartment sink, under dishwasher, walk in cooler, walk in freezer and under handwashing sink inside the kitchen heavily soiled.
36-10-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
36-17-5
4
Jun 22, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding)and imitation crab (49F - Cold Holding) in preparation table. As per employee less than 1 hour. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor in kitchen area. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 89°F in kitchen area.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked shrimp not covered inside reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed imitation crab (49F - Cold Holding) in preparation table. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Le Genie Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Le Genie Restaurant on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Le Genie Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Le Genie Restaurant.
How does Le Genie Restaurant compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?
Le Genie Restaurant most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.
Has Le Genie Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Le Genie Restaurant have averaged around 16 violations per visit, down from roughly 21 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Le Genie 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 Le Genie Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Le Genie Restaurant is inspected around six times per year on average.
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