Green Papaya Vietnamese Cuisine, 16893 Nw 67 Ave, Miami Lakes, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: GREEN PAPAYA VIETNAMESE CUISINE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 16893 Nw 67 Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33015
License #: 2330971
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 09/12/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Floor/table fan has accumulation of food debris/dust/grease/soil residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. WIF ice build up and condensation dripping on food.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Behind 3 Compartment sink
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.
  • Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Exposed to greece
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • 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. 0 ppm
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5 pounds of sweet potatoes, 2 pounds of beef. Condensation and Ice accumulated on product.
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. Operator took exam with the FRA and exam number is 1483243 **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
09/12/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Shrimp in WIT **Repeat Violation**
  • 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 - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor under dishmachine or three-compartment sink area soiled.
  • Basic - Floor/table fan has accumulation of food debris/dust/grease/soil residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven.
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. WIF ice build up and condensation dripping on food.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. 12 pack of beer and oil next to RIC **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Behind 3 Compartment sink
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Exposed to greece
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface.
  • Basic - Storage of tools on shelf above or with single-service items.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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 - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • 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. 0 ppm
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5 pounds of sweet potatoes, 2 pounds of beef. Condensation and Ice accumulated on product.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. Operator took exam with the FRA and exam number is 1483243 **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Rice at 85°f
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. **Repeat Violation**
09/10/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • 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.
3/21/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty mop sink.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor.
  • Basic - Unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Duck 146°- **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Oil/garlic mix 58° stuffed tortillas 47° f
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
3/18/2014Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/12/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
7/11/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor under dishmachine or three-compartment sink area soiled.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hole in wall.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Prep area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • 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.
5/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
8/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. ALL SANITIZING MUST BE DONE MANUALLY
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. UNDER EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT KITCHEN
2/21/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. UNDER WALK-IN FAN
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. WALK-IN FREEZER
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
10/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/15/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed hole in wall. KITCHEN
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed mop/service sink in disrepair.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
6/14/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Ceiling tile missing.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. ALL SANITIZING MUST BE DONE MANUALLY USING THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. FRONT COUNTER
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. STORAGE SHELVES
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. FRONT COUNTER
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed incorrect chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. LESS THAN 4 HOURS
2/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed holes in wall.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. UNDER DISHMACHINE
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
7/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.[women in kitchen]
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[kitchen equipment ]
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical. Hood suppression system tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No professional hygiene and/or foodborne illness training provided.
5/20/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Bread crumb.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor underneath racks.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise- shelf in kitchen area.
  • Critical. Current Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
12/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/12/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 12/16/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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