Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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2645 NW 183 ST · MIAMI GARDENS · Dade County · FL 33056

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 11, 2020
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3041282
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID7380108
DBPR license2324099

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedAugust 11, 2020 4:48 PM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedAugust 14, 2020 2:32 PM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionSewage leaks

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority4 Intermediate19 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical26 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#20High Priority12A-07-5

High Priority – Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed on gloves after receiving cash and then began to scoop up ice. No hand wash. Employee then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#21High Priority12A-04-6

High Priority – Employee handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee moping and then served food. No hand wash. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#22High Priority01B-12-4

High Priority – Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed moldy water, and mold like substance, dripping from ceiling air vent onto the steam table and splashing on assorted foods: cheese, onion, sliced tomatoes, chili, hamburgers, buns, assorted sauces, lettuce, hotdogs, and bacon. Per Managers, Operator has been notified for months about the leak, but to no avail.

Stop Sale

Intermediate 4

#23Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Observed the grill, hot holding units, milk shake machines, and preparation table has accumulation of food debris.

#24Intermediate22-05-4

Intermediate – Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.

#25Intermediate22-28-4

Intermediate – Interior of reach-in cooler/freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.

#26Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at front counter handwash sink.

Basic 19

#1Basic23-03-4

Basic – Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Observed grill, preparation tables has build up of grease and food debris. Observed soil residue on equipment door handles.

#2Basic36-32-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over the steam table, and grill.

#3Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed moldy water, and mold like substance, dripping from ceiling air vent onto the steam table and splashing on assorted foods: cheese, onion, sliced tomatoes, chili, hamburgers, buns, assorted sauces, lettuce, hotdogs, and bacon. Per Managers, Operator has been notified for months about the leak, but to no avail.

#4Basic40-04-4

Basic – Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Observed employee back pack on top of soda dispensary.

#5Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#6Basic08B-49-4

Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a plastic bottle of Sunny D juice on top of a box of hamburgers in the walk in freezer, observed a basket of employee assorted lunch in the walk in cooler not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.

#7Basic36-41-4

Basic – Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust or debris.

#8Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on the floor by the hot holding unit.

#9Basic23-19-4

Basic – Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator.

#10Basic36-14-4

Basic – Grease accumulated on kitchen floor and/or under cooking equipment. Observed throughout the kitchen.

#11Basic14-70-4

Basic – Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

#12Basic38-01-4

Basic – Light shield damaged/in disrepair.

#13Basic08B-19-4

Basic – Observed moldy water, and mold like substance, dripping from ceiling air vent onto the steam table and splashing on assorted foods: cheese, onion, sliced tomatoes, chili, hamburgers, buns, assorted sauces, lettuce, hotdogs, and bacon. Per Managers, operator has been notified for months about the leak, but to no avail. Observed food being contaminated. See Stop Sale.

Stop Sale
#14Basic23-09-4

Basic – Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.

#15Basic29-49-6

Basic – Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

#16Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen area.

#17Basic29-11-4

Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed moldy water, and mold like substance, dripping from ceiling air vent onto the steam table and splashing on assorted foods: cheese, onion, sliced tomatoes, chili, hamburgers, buns, assorted sauces, lettuce, hotdogs, and bacon. Per Managers, Operator has been notified for months about the leak, but to no avail.

#18Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

#19Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 6:45 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
2 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
3 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
3 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
6 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
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.