Sugarcane

3250 Ne 1 Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2024

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Sugarcane four times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 9, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Sugarcane's latest score of 37 falls below the Miami average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 9, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at grill station and washing area. **Warning**

29-34-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. **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 cooked duck (93F - Hot Holding) at prep area. As per employee for two hrs. Employee placed the product inside oven for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar and unisex restroom. Employee provided the soap. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**

01C-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top exterior soiled. **Warning**

16-21-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice cooler soiled with black mold-like substance at sushi station. Manager placed cooler at washing area to wash. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ice machines station and kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer at dry storage. **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door at kitchen. Employee removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-20-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar and unisex restroom. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

14-17-4

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sprouts (46F - Cold Holding); butter (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shallots (50F - Cold Holding); cauliflower roasted (47F - Cold Holding); cooked carrots (48F - Cold Holding); ribs (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) duck (47F - Cold Holding) items on cooks line on the top portions of coolers. Items placed in ice bathes, walk in freezer, and/or ice bags placed on items. Retemps taken duck 40, butter no change, shallots no change, beef 39, ribs 43, chicken 43, carrots 43, cauliflower 43. Walk in cooler by ice machines: butter (45F - Cold Holding); milk (45F - Cold Holding); potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); beef (48F - Cold Holding) walk in cooler ambient thermometer says 41F, other items 41F or below in cooler, fans were turned off by employee cleaning floors in walk in cooler, operator turned cooler back on. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Walk in cooler : beef 41, duck 41, potatoes 40. Cook line cooler: butter 51, cheese 46. Operator placed more ice and water in cooler so ice can touch the bottom of pans. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. All three food managers expired 1/21/24. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: **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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Jun 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Nov 4, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.

21-09-4

Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting strawberries without washing first.

08B-39-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sugarcane last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sugarcane on file is from Sep 9, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sugarcane?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sugarcane.

How does Sugarcane compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Sugarcane most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Sugarcane's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sugarcane have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sugarcane 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 Sugarcane inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sugarcane is inspected around two times per year on average.

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