Sababa Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 21, 2023
45
Score
The inspection history at Sababa Kitchen is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 21, 2023. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Sababa Kitchen dates to Mar 21, 2023.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Sababa Kitchen trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
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 Leonardo working for three years and Eman working for 6 months. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: 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 Leonardo working for three years and Eman working for 6 months. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Time Extended**
11-03-5
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. Poster provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: 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. Poster provided via email. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form provided via email. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn by the back door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn by the back door. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on the shelf over the triple sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on the shelf over the triple sink. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the back room entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the cook line. Observed the hood filters soiled in the back room. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the cook line. Observed the hood filters soiled in the back room. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
45
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed the gaskets soiled on the reach in cooler in the back corner of the kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
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 the dish machine not sanitizing. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed upright cooler gasket torn next to upright freezer. **Warning**
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sababa Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sababa Kitchen on file is from Mar 21, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.
How does Sababa Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sababa Kitchen most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sababa Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sababa Kitchen have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sababa Kitchen 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.
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