THE EMPANADAS
180 CRANDON BLVD STE 112-113 · KEY BISCAYNE · Dade County · FL 33149
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
29-42-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing one vacuum breaker are the two way hose bib splitter at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 3
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on shelves housing dry food items.
53A-14-4Intermediate – Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing how to calibrate probe thermometer quaternary concentration. Coached person in charge on correct procedure. **Corrected On-Site**
29-28-4Intermediate – Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date for water filter next to hand wash sink in main kitchen area.
Basic 6
36-08-4Basic – Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Missing for handwashing sink in back area.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic coke bottles on the floor near shelves.
33-15-4Basic – Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed lid missing for one dumpster.
33-11-4Basic – Missing drain plug at dumpster.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator by email.
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 10:57 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.