Tasca De Espana
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
20
Score
Going back to 2022, Tasca De Espana has 13 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 28 violations lately compared to roughly 16 violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning”, which has been cited five times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Tasca De Espana on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
7
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clear spray bottle containing glass cleaner stored next to canned goods. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed clear spray bottle containing glass cleaner stored next to canned goods. **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Shravan Kulshrestha 11/10/2020 with expired certified food manager. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed Shravan Kulshrestha 11/10/2020 with expired certified food manager. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed hand washing sink clean at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: 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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink inside employee restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink inside employee restroom. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: No soap provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table surface shelf with rust accumulation. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed prep table surface shelf with rust accumulation. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle of glass cleaner with no label. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed clear spray bottle of glass cleaner with no label. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in 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 ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used as a food contact surface to place dough inside tandoori oven. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed cloth used as a food contact surface to place dough inside tandoori oven. **Time Extended**
21-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed two white cutting boards located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook line employee engaged in food preparation without a hair net at the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed one of the two cooks line employee engaged in food preparation without a hair net at the cook line. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exit door near kitchen cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed gap underneath exit door near kitchen cook line. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of cooking oil on floor near exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed gallon of cooking oil on floor near exit door. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall behind hand wash sink near three compartment sink in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed wall behind hand wash sink near three compartment sink in disrepair. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at 74F at the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at 74F at the cook line. **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven located next to the cook line with soiled interior. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed interior of oven located next to the cook line with soiled interior. **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located near on the floor mixer with soiled gaskets. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed reach in cooler located near on the floor mixer with soiled gaskets. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed aluminum container of cooked beef inside walk in cooler not covered. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed aluminum container of raw chicken inside walk in cooler not covered. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working containers of seasonings at the cook line with no label. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Observed several working containers of seasonings at the cook line with no label. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
20
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 7 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 33 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler unit located across the cook line.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clear spray bottle containing glass cleaner stored next to canned goods.
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook line employee touch personal phone and immediately grab clean kitchen untenable without proper hand washing.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 10 roach droppings on the wall near service window in kitchen area. Observed approximately 20 roach droppings on the wall next to reach in cooler at the bar area. Observed approximately thirty roach droppings on the shelf where clean cups are stored.
35A-23-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed fish fully thawed out inside commercially processed reduce oxygen packaging inside walk in cooler. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately five rodent droppings in a corner on the floor near water heater in the dry food storage area. Observed approximately three rodent droppings behind on the floor mixer in the kitchen prep area.
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Shravan Kulshrestha 11/10/2020 with expired certified food manager.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink inside employee restroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table surface shelf with rust accumulation.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle of glass cleaner with no label.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as a scoop inside bin of sugar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used as a food contact surface to place dough inside tandoori oven.
21-05-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish fully thawed out inside commercially processed reduce oxygen packaging inside walk in cooler. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook line employee engaged in food preparation without a hair net at the cook line.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exit door near kitchen cook line.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of cooking oil on floor near exit door.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall behind hand wash sink near three compartment sink in disrepair.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on floor next to ice machine.
10-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at 74F at the cook line.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven located next to the cook line with soiled interior.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located near on the floor mixer with soiled gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed two plastic containers at the dry rack station with old labels.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed aluminum container of cooked beef inside walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef being thawed at room temperature next to three compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working containers of seasonings at the cook line with no label.
02D-01-5
7
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 21 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked potatoes (68F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per operator, product has been there since last night. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-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 potatoes (68F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per operator, product has been there since last night. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at the prep table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near ware washing area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the hand wash sink near ware washing area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed food contact shelves at the dry storage area with rust accumulation.
22-31-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed aluminum bowl used as a scoop inside bin of rice in the dry storage area in the kitchen
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed black microwave in the kitchen area with soiled door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line food contact shelves in the walk in cooler.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen area soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several white cutting boards in the kitchen area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches on the floor next to back exit door. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at back exit door by the kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath cook line soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of cooking oil in floor next to cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near back exit door damaged.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching flour inside bin of flour at the dry storage in the kitchen.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 74F at the cook line.
10-07-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no grease container installed at the cook line.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed several plastic and aluminum containers in the dry rack with old labels.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed ROP bags of chick peas with no label inside walk in cooler. As per operator, product was packaged yesterday. Operator labeled date and time packaged. **Corrected On-Site**
03G-53-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout the kitchen area soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth in cutting boards not stored in chlorine sanitizing solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers with seasonings next to cook line with no label.
02D-01-5
17
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs inside the walk in cooler stored above milk. Operator moved eggs immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash station near main entrance to kitchen. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle in prep area with no label.
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed plastic containers at the dry rack station with old labels.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler containing cakes and desserts with soiled interior.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer located next to cook line with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rust accumulation on shelves.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind the cook line and next to the cook line soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles located at the cook line with no label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior on dish machine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used as a food contact surface to place food products inside tandoori oven.
21-05-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with broken door handle near cook line.
14-11-5
35
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed thawed ROP raw seafood mix and raw squid stored inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed thawed raw snapper inside reduced oxygen packaging at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
03G-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Time Extended**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed thawed ROP raw seafood mix and raw squid stored inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed thawed raw snapper inside reduced oxygen packaging at walk in cooler. **Admin Complaint**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink near reach in cooler at entrance at kitchen area. Employee provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed at hand sink near reach in cooler at entrance at kitchen area. Employee provided. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducts reduced oxygen packaging on cooked meatballs, mashed potatoes, cooked lamb shank, cooked beef, cooked oxtail, raw beef and raw chicken without an approved HACCP plan. As per employees, products remain in reduced oxygen packaging for more than 48 hours. Observed establishment submitted HACCP plan to OPQ and waiting for approval. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed HACCP plan submitted to OPQ and waiting for approval. **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Humberto Hernandez employed more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed Humberto Hernandez employed more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed ROP cooked meatballs,cooked beef,oxtail,garbanzos, mash potatoes and lamb shank not labeled stored inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed ROP cooked meatballs,cooked beef,oxtail,garbanzos, mash potatoes and lamb shank not labeled stored inside walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
03G-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area and kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area and kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted stored at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted stored at storage area. **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers containing black beans and a box of fish stored on floor at walk in freezer. Employee begins removing the food from floor. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed containers of tomato sauce stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour inside a container at dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed handle touching flour inside a container at dry storage area. **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Observed rusted shelves soiled at storage area near reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Observed rusted shelves soiled at storage area near reach in freezer. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers stored above three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed old labels on clean containers stored above three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with mold like substance and old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with mold like substance and old food debris. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at storage dry area near Dishwasher machine. Observed walk in cooler door at kitchen soiled. Observed wall around walk in cooler 2 soiled with black substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Observed wall soiled at storage dry area near Dishwasher machine. Observed walk in cooler door at kitchen soiled. Observed wall around walk in cooler 2 soiled with black substance. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
29
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
15
May 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine at various soiled with black substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine at various soiled with black substance. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducts reduced oxygen packaging of raw beef, raw chicken and raw pork belly. Observed establishment conducts cook chill reduced oxygen packaging on cooked octopus, cooked meatballs, garbanzos and cooked lamb shank. Discussed requirements of HACCP plan with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed reduced oxygen packages of cooked octopus, cooked meatballs,raw chicken, raw beef, cooked octopus and raw pork belly at walk in coolers and walk in freezers. **Admin Complaint**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed reduced oxygen packages of Cooked octopus,Cooked meatballs,Raw chicken, raw beef, Cooked garbanzo, Cooked lamb shank and Raw pork belly at walk in coolers and walk in freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Observed reduced oxygen packages of cooked octopus, cooked meatballs,raw chicken, raw beef, cooked octopus and raw pork belly at walk in coolers and walk in freezers **Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
03G-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at walk in cooler and walk in freezer at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at walk in cooler and walk in freezer at storage area. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor at storage room and cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor at storage room and cook line. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scooper stored inside water at 71F at cook line. Cook removed water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Observed rice scooper stored inside water at 91 at cook line. Cook removed water. **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven soiled with old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Interior of oven soiled with old food debris. **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed plastic curtains inside walk in cooler at kitchen soiled with black substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed plastic curtains inside walk in cooler at kitchen soiled with black substance. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of rice not covered at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Observed container of rice not covered at preparation area. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with food debris at cook line and cake preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Observed walls soiled with food debris at cook line and cake preparation area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table at kitchen. Employee removed cloths. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-24: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table at kitchen. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
50
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
26
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
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 food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Observed food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: As per operator plans were submitted and denied. Operator is making corrections and resubmitting plans this week. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout 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 ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
61
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
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 food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Observed food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: As per operator plans were submitted and denied. Operator is making corrections and resubmitting plans this week. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout 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 ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Time Extended**
24-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-12: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
55
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
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 food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Observed food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout 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 ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Time Extended**
24-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observe at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observe at preparation area. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
45
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 23 minor violations.
View 34 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3 live flying insects flying in air near hand sink at beverage station. Observed approximately 5 flying insects flying in air near dish machine at ware washing area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut papaya and cheese. Provided food storage handout to operator. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Warning**
11-03-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of container of beans soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen, front counter and bar. **Corrected On-Site** **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 food preparation area at front counter containing preparation table, microwave, slicer, hand sink and reach in cooler **Warning**
51-16-7
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen, bar and front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked onions not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelves underneath flat and char grills. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at shelves above 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed at reach in cooler at bar. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line and standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of insects in control devices. Observed glue control device with approximately 7 dead roaches located behind reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside container of beans. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and walls soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting boards stored on floor near ware washing area. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at storage shelves near ware washing area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed total of 7 dead roaches. Observed 1 on floor in front and 5 on floor behind standing reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Observed 1 on floor near walk in cooler. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag, keys and glasses on preparation table near reach in freezers. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler at storage area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container missing lid. Observed rice and beans containers missing lids at storage area. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooked lamb, sauce and potatoes stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above walk in cooler at storage area and near floor at beverage area. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observe at preparation area. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of raw shrimp, potatoes, butter and raw beef not covered at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm. **Warning**
21-07-4
9
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
14
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tasca De Espana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tasca De Espana on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tasca De Espana?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tasca De Espana.
How does Tasca De Espana compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tasca De Espana most recently scored 20 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tasca De Espana's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tasca De Espana have averaged around 28 violations per visit, up from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tasca De Espana 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 Tasca De Espana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tasca De Espana is inspected around four times per year on average.
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