Sak Pase Restaurant

18900 Sw 114 Ave, Miami, FL 33157
African
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Sak Pase Restaurant has 15 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately and about 21 violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited nine times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Sak Pase Restaurant on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

15
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta inside the reach in cooler across the stove was not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container stored inside fish container in the walk in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken and in disrepair throughout the kitchen are. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen are. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with pitcher handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle inside the beans. Operator removed the pitcher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
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 reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine bucket stored on preparation table. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
58
Oct 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach in cooler, cooked turkey (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than two hours placed in reach in cooler from walk in. Employee placed in the freezer to bring down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked turkey and cooked beef not date marked. Per operator prepared two days ago. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. **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 reach in cooler next to cook line and prep line not working properly and keeping food cold. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee personal open water bottle on preparation table. **Warning**
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water bottle and cell phone on top of preparation table. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gaskets of walk in freezer in disrepair. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the glass doors of reach in cooler in front area soiled with mold like substance. Observed spray nozzle at 3 compartment sink soiled. Also observed door gaskets of reach in coolers, walk in freezer and walk in cooler soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sauce, fish, and vegetables not covered in the walk in cooler. Observed frozen meat not covered in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table. **Warning**
21-12-4
41
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease . - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. **Time Extended**
08B-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed two holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. **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 reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working, highest temperature reading 47°F. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed cardboard boxes were not removed. **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
43
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease . - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease. **Time Extended**
08B-27-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-15-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed 1 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen near standing reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed a large cooking spatula stored in the hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
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 reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove it is not working properly. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed 7 dead roach total, 1 in front of walk in cooler and 2 next to the 3 compartment sink area, 1 in the dry storage area, 2 in front of the reach in cooler in front area, 1 in shelving unit in the front area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed standing water around kitchen area.** **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash soiled **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area. **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed the baffle curtains soiled in the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) soiled. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
19
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 28 minor violations.
View 37 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 an employee wipe sweat from forehead and proceed to prep food without washing hands and changing gloves.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food store in dirty containers at the walk in freezer also observed fryer at the front line soiled with accumulation of grease .
08B-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw meats being stored in non food grade container inside the walk in freezer.
14-15-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor of the kitchen area under the reach in freezer and 2 on the floor at the cook line.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantain (60 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); goat (49 F - Cold Holding); cabbage (81 F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46 F - Cold Holding); beef (49 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler by the stove not date marked. As per operator it was cooked 2 days ago.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation table in the kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washed a pot inside the hand wash sink located next to mop sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without no beard guard while engaged in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle being used to dispense fish, located inside the walk in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles of the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler and the walk in freezer.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in entire kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed four holes on the ceiling in the kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen area.
36-34-5
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 by the stove it is not working properly. All food stored inside was out of temperature.
14-74-7
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding non the wall next to freezer and prep table.
36-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on Oct 2024.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in a storage hall next to the walk in freezer located on the kitchen area and 1 dead roach at dry storage by the cook line, also observed another dead roach at dry storage where they keep the sodas.
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath the back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler and under the 3 compartment sink
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor of the entire kitchen and ware wash area soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles and missing grout on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed broken tiles on the flooring in the kitchen area and ware-wash area making it no smooth.
36-11-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed many empty cardboard boxes left on the ground next to dumpster area.
33-19-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near the mop sink in disrepair.
36-24-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plugs missing for all three dumpsters.
33-11-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler by the stove did not have an ambient thermometer.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets in the reach in cooler, the walk in cooler, and the walk in freezer. Also observed hood filters soiled and baffle curtains soiled at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table next to the steam table.
21-44-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food stored in the walk in cooler not covered, Also Observed food inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside the walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the entire kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloth stored on preparation table.
21-12-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the entire floor in the kitchen area (under and behind equipment, storage) and ware-wash area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4
7
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
90
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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 no certified manager present with more than four employees at time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at ware washing area wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at screen door at rear exit of kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor at walk in cooler in poor repair with broken tiles. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of raw chicken stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Employee placed on shelf. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves of reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container of stew at the walk in freezer uncovered. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor underneath triple sink soiled with debris. **Warning**
36-10-4
50
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food preparation table at kitchen entrance soiled with old food debris. Observed stored metal bowls soiled on shelf at back storage area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and non absorbent at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter.
36-37-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed light no functioning at kitchen entrance.
38-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at restroom. Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink located next to bar. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food debris between fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed conch batter and sauces not covered located at walk-in cooler. Employee began to cover items. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler 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 wall behind fry station soiled with old food debris. Also observed floor soiled underneath three compartment sink and back storage area.
36-27-5
61
May 15, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - 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. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
58
May 13, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
14-31-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Owner discarded food during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
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. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked cow feet (51F - Cooling); cooked rice (53F - Cooling); macaroni (54F - Cooling); Mac and cheese (48F - Cooling) cooling in walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared on previous day. Operator discarded all foods during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-36-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers at cookline soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwash sign missing in employee restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of walk in coolers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed sanitizing solution during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-11-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
37
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Nirva Jean, Dunrberg Jean. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee battled water stored on the preparation table next to the steam table at cook line. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, located at cook line. **Warning**
22-08-4
82
Feb 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
43
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed behind the walk-in cooler.
36-36-4
78
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above cooked rice in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in kitchen area. Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked steak,Mac and cheese and cooked pork over 24 hours held inside walk in cooler not date marked. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in kitchen area.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in sauce container inside walk-in cooler.Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled walk in cooler and walk in freezer handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees in kitchen.
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units in kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo containers stored on floor at the front counter. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit in front of steam table.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef,cooked rice and Mac N cheese not covered in shelves inside walk-in cooler. Also cooked goat and cooked pork in reach in cooler unit in kitchen area. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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 Sak Pase Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sak Pase Restaurant on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sak Pase Restaurant?

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

How does Sak Pase Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Sak Pase Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Sak Pase Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sak Pase Restaurant have averaged around 13 violations per visit, down from roughly 21 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sak Pase Restaurant 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 Sak Pase Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sak Pase Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.