GOODTOWN BUFFET
218 NE 8 ST · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33030
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
24 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
01B-13-4High Priority – – From initial inspection : High 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** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: Observed no food stop sale due to being unwholesome. Observed bowl of oysters in walk in with no tag. Operator discarded oysters. **Admin Complaint**
Intermediate 7
01C-03-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed no tags leftover from previous orders. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
11-27-4Intermediate – – 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
01C-02-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed no tags saved from previous cases of oysters. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – 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** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand isn't upon kitchen entrance with rag inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: Observed bucket of wiping cloths stored in hand sink. **Time Extended**
01C-01-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – 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** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: Observed bowl of oysters with no tag; operator discarded oysters. **Admin Complaint**
22-31-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
Basic 16
16-21-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
14-01-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cups used as scoops in flour container. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
14-05-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on dry food racks. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-36-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
50-09-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license on wall at entrance. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in back door screen exits. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-22-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-73-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen in storage areas. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-17-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed throughout walk in coolers and kitchen; multiple containers of soy sauce and vegetables on floor. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
14-69-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
22-16-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in both walk in coolers. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food in reach in cooler and freezer with no covers. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
36-02-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 20, 2026 3:55 PM.
Violation category totals
4 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
6 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.