Bongos Cuban Cafe, 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Bongos Cuban Cafe
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131
License #: 2328074
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: 4/28/2014

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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.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Inside rice and flour container
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Underneath yellow cutting boards
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near drink machin underneath glasses also in service room near bar
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Above 3 compartment sink
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. At three compartment sink
  • 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 - Employee washed hands with no soap.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ceviche (corvina) 53°f 4-24-14
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area. Fruit flies
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Ceviche53°f (corvina)
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. In kitchen and in service room near bar
  • 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 - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. At bar
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near drink machine underneath glasses and at bar
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Near drink machine underneath glasses
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Soda gun soiled. First soda gun near entrance of bar
4/28/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust.in dry storage
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.plates
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
12/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust.
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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.
6/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • 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.service station
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.up stairs
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.at room temp in deep pan **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.watch
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.tenderizer mavhine
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.chicken over beef
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.next to mixer
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. REACH_IN COOLER SLIDING DOOR LEFT OPENED. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. SEAFOOD IN STANDING WATER IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. WALK_IN COOLER
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. EXIT DOOR BY ICE MACHINES ON FIRST FLOOR.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. WALK_IN COOLER
3/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • 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
8/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tile missing. MOPSINK
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. GROUND BEEF IN WALK_IN COOLER Corrected On Site. DISCARDED.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. BAR
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. BAR
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. BAR
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
2/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Nonexempt fish has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be served cooked or discarded.
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mojo (fresh garlic) Corrected On Site. DISCARDED
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. PORK COOKED ON THE 12/19 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. SPLASHGUARD MUST BE INSTALLED BETWEEN ICE BIN AND HANDWASH SINK
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. SALT Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. COOKLINE COOLER DRAWERS
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. NON_USED REACH_IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. SERVICE BAR
  • Critical. Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. NEEDS TO DESIGNATE A SINK FOR HANDWASHING IN SERVICE BAR
  • Critical. No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
12/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ICE SCOOP
  • Equipment or utensils for dispensing ready to eat food not designed or constructed with a handle
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. 2ND FLOOR STORAGE
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant current license not properly displayed.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
4/16/2010Routine - 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.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. coffee area
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. kitchen sheves.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
2/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/2/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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