VENISE CARIBEAN CUISINE
6120-6122 SW 7TH STREET · MARGATE · Broward County · FL 33068
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
26 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 7
03A-02-4High Priority – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed cooked chicken drumsticks 49°F , cooked Pork 45°f, raw Snapper 49°f, cooked cow feet 50°F, cooked turkey 49-52°F reach in cooler near back of kitchen. 2. Observed butter at 71°F on prep table. 3. Observed soup at 57°F in walk in cooler. As per operator food items has been in reach in cooler and walk in cooler since 5/3/2020. **Warning**
03B-01-5High Priority – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. 1. Observed cooked black beans at 102°F hot holding on prep table next to cook line. 2. Observed cooked goat meat 76°F, Boiled Bananas 79°F and cooked plantains 119°F hot holding on prep table in kitchen area. 3. Observed fish at 115-117°F on steam table. As per operator, all food items has been out for no more than an hour and half. Operator placed to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-05-4High Priority – Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. 1. Observed raw frozen fish stored on top of mixed vegetables in chest freezer in kitchen. Employee removed. 2. Observed raw eggs stored on top oranges. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed over ten live roaches on wall behind storage shelves where cooked bananas, plantains, and sweet potatoes are kept in kitchen area. **Warning**
41-01-4High Priority – Spray bottle with chemical/toxic substance stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Observed two Windex bottles and sanitizer solution stored above bottle drinks in service area. **Warning**
01B-02-4High Priority – Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed cooked chicken drumsticks 49°F , cooked Pork 45°f, raw Snapper 49°f, cooked cow feet 50°F, cooked turkey 49-52°F reach in cooler near back of kitchen. 2. Observed soup at 57°F in walk in cooler. As per operator food items as been in refrigerator since 05/03/2020. **Warning**
41-02-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. 1. Observed air freshener stored above uncovered salt. Operator removed and stored properly. 2. Observed insect killer spray stored above uncovered okra. Operator removed insect killer spray and stored properly. . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 6
22-63-4Intermediate – Accumulation of mold-like substance on juice/drink dispensing nozzles/equipment. Observed mold like substance on drink dispenser nozzle in service area. **Warning**
22-05-4Intermediate – Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. 1. Observed all cutting boards soiled. 2. Observed true flip top cooler interior soiled. **Warning**
53A-01-6Intermediate – Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in employee hand wash sink in kitchen and service area. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
03D-19-4Intermediate – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. Observed liver at 78°F cooling at room temperature. Operator placed in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Basic 13
36-75-4Basic – Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. Observed debris underneath steam table in service area. **Warning**
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on wall above three compartment sink. **Warning**
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 1. Observed employee's water bottle stored in reach in cooler in back of kitchen. 2. Observed employee's water bottle in crate with vegetables. 3. Observed two uncovered drink cups stored above prepped vegetables on prep table. **Warning**
40-06-4Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Observed employee's handbag stored over uncovered salt. **Warning**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exit door in kitchen and hallway. **Warning**
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. 1. Observed dry pasta on floor in dry storage room. 2. Observed potatoes and oranges on floor in walk in cooler. **Warning**
10-08-4Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
36-31-4Basic – Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage area. **Warning**
29-49-5Basic – Observed standing water in bottom of True flip top reach-in cooler in service area. **Warning**
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service forks and cup and lids stored on floor in service area and hallway. **Warning**
08B-54-4Basic – Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed pot with uncovered cooked plantains near hand wash sink without splash guard. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored above cooked soup **Warning**
02D-01-5Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt, flour and beans stored in unlabeled container in kitchen area. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 6:48 PM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.