UPTOWN BUFFET
8275 WEST FLAGLER ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33144
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
29 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 5
14-15-4High Priority – Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage – direct contact with food. Observed frozen meat in plastic bag in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw pork above cooked meat. Cook moved order. Observed in reach in cooler across cook line raw chicken above cut tomato. Operator moved during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach above mop sink.
03A-03-5High Priority – Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs underneath prep table not in use. Operator placed eggs into reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed windex stored above prep table. Operator moved during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 4
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where clean dishes and dry food are kept. Operator removed items and had employees clean shelves. Observed multiple knife magnets soiled. Observed soiled knives on magnet across cook line. Operator moved to triple sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge in hand sink next to ice bin. Observed employee wash rag in hand sink at kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dry dishes are kept. Observed on knife magnets. **Repeat Violation**
41-04-4Intermediate – Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed box of hair dye on shelf above cans of beans.
Basic 20
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in rice container used as scoop. Operator removed during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple coolers with soiled handles. Operator began cleaning during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout kitchen.
24-07-4Basic – Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed container of utensils on floor at hibachi station. Operator moved off of floor. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on floor in kitchen. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor and cooler in tea and coffee area.
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed near coffee and tea station personal cups above hand sink. Operator moved items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees engaging in kitchen with no hair restraint.
24-08-4Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Observed sheet trays with water. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple chest freezers. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at buffet line for rice serving, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers and ice bin. Observed soiled paper towel dispensers at multiple hand sinks. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed multiple coolers soiled on the inside throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6Basic – Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler in storage area.
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in cooler and freezer. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at hand isn't upon kitchen entrance.
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket at front counter and mop stored in bucket in supply closet.
21-12-4Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wiping cloths in kitchen not stored in sanitizer buckets.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 11, 2026 11:55 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.