Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report

YELLOW TAIL SUBS GRILL INC

27275 S DIXIE HWY · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33032

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 10, 2026
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3764179
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID13872575
DBPR license2334830

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority2 Intermediate7 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical11 Total

All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 2

#8High Priority12A-07-5

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee remove soiled gloves then take new pair to replace no hand wash. Coached employee on proper hand wash procedures. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: At time of callback no employees present. **Time Extended**

Warning
#9High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed at cook line 4 live roaches crawling across floor. Observed at fire suppression extinguisher above reach in cooler, 6+ live roaches. Observed at dish washing area shelf approximately 6+ live roaches crawling between cleaned containers. Observed at prep table in kitchen 2 live roaches crawling on prep table where uncovered hot sauce containers were being prepped. Observed at water heater closet 8 live roaches crawling out of door frame. Observed at dry storage area 4 live roaches crawling on walls and shelves where flour bags are stored. Observed 1 live roach crawling out of box of parchment paper used to wrap food items. Observed 1 live roach crawling from under gyro machine at cook line. Observed 1 live roach crawling on lid of reach in cooler flip top. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: At time of callback inspection observed 1 live roach at water heater wall. 2 live roaches at dry storage area. 7 live roaches at dish washing shelf area. Observed 2 live roaches at cook line metal wall. **Time Extended**

Warning

Intermediate 2

#10Intermediate53B-02-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee, Steve, hired more than 60 days. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning
#11Intermediate02C-02-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for prepped conch in walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator from the day prior. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: At time of callback did not observe items date marked. **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 7

#1Basic36-37-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic36-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing pieces and broken throughout. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning
#3Basic35A-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed at fire suppression extinguisher at cook line 7+ dead roaches. Observed at wall above hand wash sink in kitchen 2 dead roaches. Observed at dish washing shelf with clean containers 4 dead roaches. Observed at drive thru window shelf 4 dead roaches in cob web dust. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: At time of callback observed 8 dead roaches. **Time Extended**

Warning
#4Basic35B-01-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both establishments exit doors. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning
#5Basic08B-38-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed at kitchen area 3 plastic gallons of hot sauce and a case of water stored on floor. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: At time of callback observed buckets of seasoning stored on floor. **Time Extended**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#6Basic36-24-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed throughout. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning
#7Basic21-12-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-10: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 2:19 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
3 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.