Manjay

2618 Nw 5 Ave, Miami, FL 33127

African

Last inspected: May 22, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Manjay has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from May 22, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, this is about average. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

May 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen utensils and cups inside hand wash sink located near mop sink. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary testing kit expired 12/23.

16-37-1

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two sets of tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket located at the cook line soiled.

23-03-4

Dec 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath white cutting board near prep table. Operator removed and place food grade mat underneath cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled right next to mop sink.

23-03-4

Mar 1, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a cooked pork inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee was cooked yesterday morning. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a white cutting board no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 4 tongs stored on the oven door handle.

10-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom of the reach in freezer with food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food inside the reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered it. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Nov 8, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp at 49°F at the reach in cooler front counter. As per operator she placed a shrimp around 1:00 pm. Operator placed shrimp inside the reach in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **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 rice at the preparation counter at 117° F as per operator it was placed there 1 hour ago. Operator placed rice inside the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bucket inside the hand wash sink. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

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.Caroline working for Manjay for 3 months. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken inside the reach in cooler not date marked. **Warning**

02C-02-5

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed rice and beans with a old label. **Warning**

16-46-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp inside a pot in standing water. Operator placed them inside 3 compartment sink with running water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

06-01-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**

21-12-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink next to the mop sink. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a white cutting board at the preparation area. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside soy sauce. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

14-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Manjay last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Manjay on file is from May 22, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Manjay?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Manjay.

How does Manjay compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Manjay most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.

Has Manjay's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Manjay have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Manjay 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 Manjay inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Manjay is inspected around three times per year on average.

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