GOODTOWN BUFFET
218 NE 8 ST · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33030
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
37 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 7
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed rusted can on dry rack; 7 lb Thank You brand vanilla pudding. **Warning**
35A-02-7High Priority – Live, small flying insects found observed 3 live flies in kitchen, touching raw chicken wings. Observed 2 live flies near sushi cooler. **Admin Complaint**
08A-04-5High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw oysters store above green bell peppers in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken above French fries in reach in across oven. Operator moved and fixed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-13-4High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 live flies in kitchen, touching raw chicken wings: 15 lbs. Operator discarded chicken wings. Observed bowl of oysters in walk in with no tag. Operator discarded oysters. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at triple sink: raw fish (72F – Cold Holding); raw shrimp (72F – Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours. Operator began removing items to place on ice or in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed buffet items with no time mark. **Warning**
Intermediate 9
01C-03-4Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed no tags leftover from previous orders. **Warning**
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01C-02-4Intermediate – Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed no tags saved from previous cases of oysters. **Warning**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand isn't next to mop sink and hand sink outside of walk in cooler blocked by equipment. **Warning**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand isn't upon kitchen entrance with rag inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. Observed no certificates for all employees. **Warning**
01C-01-4Intermediate – No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bowl of oysters in walk in with no tag. Operator discarded oysters. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5Intermediate – No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed 4 hour plan in use but no written instruction. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets. **Warning**
Basic 21
35A-06-4Basic – Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed over 100 dead flies on sticky tape; hanging above center prep table. **Warning**
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cups used as scoops in flour container. **Warning**
14-05-4Basic – Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on dry food racks. **Warning**
36-36-4Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license on wall at entrance. **Warning**
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed backpack on flour boxes. Observed several phones on prep tables. Operator had items removed during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in back door screen exits. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen in storage areas. **Warning**
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
35B-08-4Basic – Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly tape above prep table in center of kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed throughout walk in coolers and kitchen; multiple containers of soy sauce and vegetables on floor. **Warning**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Warning**
35B-02-4Basic – Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed zapper stored above prep tables in center of kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled. **Warning**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in both walk in coolers. **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food in reach in cooler and freezer with no covers. **Warning**
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish (72F – Cold Holding); raw shrimp (72F – Cold Holding) in standing water. As per operator, less than 2 hours. **Warning**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 20, 2026 3:59 PM.
Violation category totals
5 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
5 observation(s)
6 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.