Finnigan's River, 401 Sw 3 Ave, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: FINNIGAN'S RIVER
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 401 Sw 3 Ave, Miami, FL 33130
License #: 2331412
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 11/10/2014

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Inspection findings

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Type

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  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 1940 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr. **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.
11/10/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Warning**
3/24/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 6 dead roaches in the storage area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **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. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Warning**
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Most of bar **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **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 maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. All coolers **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris. All coolers **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
3/21/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. Dishroom
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • 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 - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
10/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Kitcken
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 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 - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. All coolers
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
4/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.stove area kitchen
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
1/17/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. kitchen
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. ON BACK OF MOST KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. side of fryer and stove
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. FRYER AND STOVE
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. all kitchen coolers
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. ALL KITCHEN TOP SHELVES
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets most kitchen doors
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves. all kitchen coolers
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
10/4/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Required employee training must be updated.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Establishment not maintaining shellstock tags for 90 days.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar.
  • Critical - No tag on fresh shellfish.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. ice bucket inside.
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
8/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. manager not present at time of inspection, information on file.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on lemon slicer.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup outside ice bin.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. gap under the door.
6/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions. Corrected On Site.
11/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 52-01-1 Identity of food or food product misrepresented. SELLING ESCOLAR AS WHITE TUNA AND IMMITATION CRAB STICKS AS CRAB.
7/20/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW EGGS OVER SOYBEAN PASTE
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. REACHIN COOLER, REACHIN FREEZER
  • Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. REACHIN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. WALKIN COOLER
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical. Identity of food or food product misrepresented. SELLING ESCOLAR AS WHITE TUNA AND IMMITATION CRAB STICKS AS CRAB.
6/9/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Violation: 02-11-2 No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Violation: 02-15-1 Shellstock tags not maintained in chronological order correlated to the date or dates during which the shellstock were sold or served.
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sushi rice.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-15-1 Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-16-1 Observed food stored in a prohibited area. OUTSIDE BAR
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.
  • Violation: 10-07-1 Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Violation: 12B-07-1 Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Violation: 15-17-1 Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage.
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-23-1 Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-24-1 Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Violation: 31-12-1 Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
1/19/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Shellstock tags not maintained in chronological order correlated to the date or dates during which the shellstock were sold or served.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sushi rice.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in a prohibited area. OUTSIDE BAR
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • No plan review submitted and renovations has been done. A drinking bar has been changed to sushi bar. does not have any protection from sides, it's out in the open, with sushi, raw bar, pizza station and 3 grills.
12/15/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 8/28/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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