Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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360 SAN LORENZO AVE STE# 1500 · CORAL GABLES · Dade County · FL 33146

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 18, 2019
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number2898879
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID6963063
DBPR license2331283

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedSeptember 18, 2019 11:54 AM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedSeptember 19, 2019 8:37 AM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRoach activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority1 Intermediate10 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical12 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 1

#11High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on the wall by the dish washer area next to the dish machine inside the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Intermediate 1

#12Intermediate31A-03-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Observed rice pot stored inside the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 10

#1Basic36-32-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the dishwasher area.

#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

#3Basic24-05-4

Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#4Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By dish washer area.

#5Basic10-08-4

Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#6Basic10-07-4

Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#7Basic16-46-4

Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8Basic06-04-4

Basic – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. Ribs (frozen) thawing room temperature in the sink. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#9Basic36-02-5

Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10Basic21-38-4

Basic – Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 1:22 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
2 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
4 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.