River Oyster Bar, 650 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: River Oyster Bar
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 650 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130
License #: 2322101
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 09/12/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **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 - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Warning**
  • Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash or soap dripping . Front counter (hand sink). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Bartender coming inside Bar area no washing hands first. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food dripping into container of ready-to-eat food 2 whole salmons with crushed ice on a draining pan. Placed over an oysters container at walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Shell egg flats over butter and cream at cooler. **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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by cooking ware (kitchen-area) . **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter (lemon juice container in it. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen area. **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 - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. Observed mixed dates in Oyster container. **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 - Required employee training expired 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**
09/12/2014Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/29/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. **Warning**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor drains/drain covers heavily soiled. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. Most cooler **Warning**
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Most coolers **Warning**
  • High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. For the ceviche **Warning**
  • High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. **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 - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. **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. Next to prep sink **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. All coolers **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to prep sink **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris. Most 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**
3/25/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 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.kitchen
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Baked goods in the kitchen
  • Basic - Garbage disposal area location improper because it is causing a nuisance or public health hazard. Outside
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.most coolers cooking area
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in crack between equipment and wall.
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses.
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Oyster bin
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. Most coolers
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature.
  • Basic - Server scooping/portioning food (other than ice and beverages) has no hair restraint.
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Kitchen
  • Basic - Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • 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 - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.all coolers
  • 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 - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
10/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Bar area
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Dish room area
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee used food thermometer to measure food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer.
  • Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Employee with soiled clothing.pot washer
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. 3 comp sink bar area wine
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair.wic
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. Most coolers
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooking area
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris.kitchen area
  • Basic - Shelves not attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.kitchen racks
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Kitcken
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove top
  • 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 - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar area
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cooking area
  • Intermediate - Metal stem-type thermometer not readily accessible for use.
  • Intermediate - Metal stem-type thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen sink
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
3/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. cook
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. all kitchen coolers
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. walking
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
7/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Employees have not received training related to their assigned duties. dishwasher. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. soup 44 degrees
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
3/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. thermometer calibration. Corrected On Site.
  • 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 food being cooled by nonapproved method. Corrected On Site. using plastic containers and huge amounts.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. meatballs 99 degrees. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
8/30/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for wiping clothes. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with REQUIRED LANGUAGE PROVIDED.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed grease accumulated under equipment.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs over cooked foods.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Shellstock tags not maintained in chronological order correlated to the date or dates during which the shellstock were sold or served.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
3/2/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Food was thrown away. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw eggs over ready to eat.
  • 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 in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
8/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Violation: 04-01-1 Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.
  • Violation: 15-28-2 Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Violation: 37-10-1 Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
6/9/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • 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.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
6/8/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Nonexempt fish has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be served cooked or discarded.
  • 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. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.
  • 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 food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • 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 ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • 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.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • 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 Repeat Violation.
12/21/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 6/11/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/30/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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