Palm Restaurant, 9650 E Bay Harbor Dr, Miami Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PALM RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 9650 E Bay Harbor Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33154
License #: 2302087
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 11/07/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Both reach in coolers and walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - No air gap present between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At bar hand washing sink.
11/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
4/29/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Ice buildup
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • 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.
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
  • High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
  • High Priority - No air gap present between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Live one roach in the kitchen
  • 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 - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink.
4/28/2014Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Freezer door ice machine lid **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
1/29/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Freezer door ice machine lid **Warning**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrective action taken. Placed in RIC **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Warning**
  • 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 **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. WIC LIDS ON CONTAINERS **Warning**
11/20/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer. Ice cream
  • 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 - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee bathroom
  • Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employees are updating training scheduled for 3/2013
2/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. DISHWASH AREA
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.COOKLINE
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
11/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. throughout the kitchen. all handwashing sinks.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
1/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food with mold-like growth. BOTTLE OF SAUCE
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. WALK IN COOLER DOOR RUSTY (EXCESS) BY HANDLE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. WATER HOSE CONNECTED TO IT
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects behind employee restroom area.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. PIPES FROM LIQUOR ROOM
  • Ceiling tile missing. FOOD PREP AREA
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. ABOVE ICE CREAM FREEZER
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. NEXT TO EMPLOYEES RESTROOM
12/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Nonexempt fish has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be served cooked or discarded.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. EMPLOYEES
  • Ceiling tile missing.
6/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BUTTER , GARLIC IN OIL
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. DESSERTS
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. WALK IN COOLER DOOR RUSTED
12/15/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/17/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/12/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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