Maracas Restaurant, 7450 Ocean Terrace, Miami Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: MARACAS RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7450 Ocean Terrace, Miami Beach, FL 33141
License #: 2316610
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: 07/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Freezer chest top.
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. On HWS in kitchen there isn't a cold handle
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Throughout kitchen area.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood not sealed properly over three compartment sink.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
07/21/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Freezer chest top.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored with or above food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler holding an ambient temp of 65° F. Corrective action taken by operator as a repair person is currently working. In the mean temp the TCS foods were placed in another working cooler
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. On HWS in kitchen there isn't a cold handle
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Throughout kitchen area.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in crack between equipment and wall. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood not sealed properly over three compartment sink.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by dish washing holders.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Animal product blood on reach in freezer floor in reach in freezer by the back door
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tuna prepared previous day with no date marking
07/18/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator. Bar and kitchen
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Leaking HWS KITCHEN
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wall and/or ceiling obstructed with exposed utility lines. In kitchen
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter or product containing fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter mixture held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrective action taken . Iced down
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Rice, corrective action taken, temp increase on warmer,
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Eggs over chips **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. BAR HWS
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. BAR HWS
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. BAR HWS
12/23/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Beef over chips
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Shell eggs over fruit
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta
8/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Behind dish machine.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink in kitchen leaks onto floor..
  • Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee bathroom
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Across from grill
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen HW sink
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
4/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. In Front of fryers
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Some Shelves made of wood
2/7/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Bar
  • Critical - No proof of required state approved employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.chicken wings
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food opened and frozen, not properly date marked. Freezer seafood beef
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over onions walk in cooler
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Fan cover in cooler
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. In Front of fryers
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Some Shelves made of wood
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/6/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/23/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. by dishwasher machine .
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked with dishes.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. by dishwasher machine .
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro
  • Critical - No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.
  • Critical - Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. kitchen equipment .
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. handwashing was blocked.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. leftover food in reach in units.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
1/23/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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