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BERRIES COCONUT GROVE

2884 SW 27 AVE · COCONUT GROVE · Dade County · FL 331333760

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 11, 2025
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3663653
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID13516460
DBPR license2325658

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority2 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical9 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#6High Priority35A-04-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed at dry storage area where canned goods, bags of rice, flour, dry beans and spices are stored at the entrance of kitchen, with no door separation, approximately 15-20 rodent droppings present on floor under wire shelves throughout area. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: At time of callback inspection observed approximately 7 rodent droppings at dry storage area where canned goods, bags of rice, flour, dry beans and spices are stored at the entrance of kitchen, with no door separation, under wire shelves throughout area. **Admin Complaint**

WarningAdmin Complaint
#7High Priority03B-01-6

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line a container of melted butter (89F – Cold Holding). As per chef for less than 2 hours. Chef began to increase heat to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: At time of callback inspection observed no melted butter due to suspension of license. **Time Extended**

Corrective Action TakenRepeat ViolationWarning

Intermediate 2

#8Intermediate01C-03-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#9Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink across from dishwasher not accessible for employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Basic 5

#1Basic24-05-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates stored on top shelf at cook line not inverted and not in immediate use. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#2Basic14-69-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer in bar as well as in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#3Basic22-08-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Interior of ovens throughout has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#4Basic14-20-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at bottom of storage shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#5Basic36-02-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 21, 2026 8:26 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 4 · Facilities maintain proper food temperature
1 observation(s)
Category 15 · No longer used
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 37 · No longer used
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.