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SABOR VENEZOLANO KENDALL

13762 SW 88 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33186

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateNovember 20, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3437030
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8726056
DBPR license2327853

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
5 High Priority8 Intermediate24 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical37 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 5

#25High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked pork in the reach in cooler across from the dry storage area.

#26High Priority08A-20-5

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk in cooler.

#27High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw beef (51F – Cold Holding); cooked chicken(50F – Cold Holding); cheese (48F – Cold Holding) raw chicken (50F – Cold Holding) ;shredded chicken salad (51F – Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from the stove. As per operator since yesterday. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteStop Sale
#28High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (51F – Cold Holding); cooked chicken(50F – Cold Holding); cheese (48F – Cold Holding) raw chicken (50F – Cold Holding) ;shredded chicken salad (51F – Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from the stove. As per operator since yesterday. Stop sale issued and operator discarded the items. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteStop Sale
#29High Priority03B-01-6

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed stuffed ham and cheese bread (81F – Hot Holding) operator discarded the item. Also observed beef empanadas (127F – Hot Holding); fish empanadas (124F – Hot Holding) at the front counter as per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat the item. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 8

#30Intermediate11-27-4

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.

#31Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple food containers soiled throughout the kitchen area.

#32Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty dishes at handwashing sink at the front counter across from the steam table. Operator removed the dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#33Intermediate53A-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/ **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#34Intermediate53B-01-5

Intermediate – 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. Observed no training for Gaston, as per employee he has been working here for 6 years. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#35Intermediate11-26-1

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.

#36Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in kitchen area next to fryer. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#37Intermediate02C-02-5

Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of cooked pork,cooked potatoes,cooked carrots and cooked eggs in the walk in cooler with no label. As per operator for over 24 hours. Inspector instructed operator to label the container. Also observed desserts at front counter not date marked.

Basic 24

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin soiled at ice machine at the front counter.

#2Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in sugar container in the kitchen area. Also observed bowl in chicken bouillon container in the kitchen area. Operator removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#3Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the handles of the walk in cooler and freezer. Also observed on the standing reach in coolers in the kitchen area across from the preparation table.

#4Basic36-34-5

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

#5Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cut marks next to reach in cooler across from the stove in the kitchen area.

#6Basic08B-49-4

Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in the standing reach in cooler next to the cook line. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#7Basic35B-01-4

Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.

#8Basic36-01-4

Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout the kitchen area. Also observed in the walk in cooler.

#9Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer across from the dry storage area.

#10Basic10-08-5

Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine at the front counter. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#11Basic10-17-4

Basic – In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#12Basic10-01-5

Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on flour bag at cook line. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#13Basic21-04-4

Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under cutting board at the prep station in the kitchen area. Also observed at the prep area across from the standing reach in cooler. Operator removed the wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#14Basic05-09-4

Basic – No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed on unit across cook line.

#15Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the handwashing sink in the kitchen area.

#16Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout all units in the kitchen area.

#17Basic36-64-5

Basic – Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in walk in cooler.

#18Basic16-46-4

Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers storing cooked food.

#19Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units throughout the establishment.

#20Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food not covered in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#21Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk in cooler.

#22Basic36-27-5

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

#23Basic42-01-4

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

#24Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several WC's throughout the kitchen area.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 21, 2026 1:43 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
2 observation(s)
Category 5 · Food and equipment thermometers
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
4 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
3 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
2 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
2 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
3 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
3 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)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.