Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

THE FRESH CARROT

2920 NE 207 ST 106 · AVENTURA · Dade County · FL 33180

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 23, 2023
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3341383
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8360643
DBPR license2336637

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority4 Intermediate3 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical9 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 2

#4High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various sauces in reach in cooler. Also observed raw chicken being stored on top of salsa in reach in cooler under flat grill.

#5High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following foods temperature greater than 41°F; rice and beans (51F – Cold Holding); falafel (55F – Cold Holding) All were located on prep table next to steam table. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Intermediate 4

#6Intermediate11-27-4

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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#7Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand washing sink behind front counter as a dump sink and also cleaning blender in hand washing sink.

#8Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed about 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager. Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#9Intermediate11-26-1

Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

Corrective Action TakenRepeat Violation

Basic 3

#1Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed various employee drinks being stored on prep table in kitchen area.

#2Basic14-11-5

Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#3Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. Located in prep sink. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 19, 2026 3:01 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 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.