Sarussi's Cafe, 10600 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SARUSSI'S CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 10600 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL 33174
License #: 2314528
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 10/03/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. Handle **Warning**
  • Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Coolers under grill **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Croquettes 130 F Operator increased temperature **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. No thermolabels **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**
  • 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. **Warning**
10/03/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
  • Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. In kitchen prep area
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at any Hand washing sink.
5/5/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - High Priority - Dead roaches on premises. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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.
8/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Basic - Ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers had accumulation of mold-like substance.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
6/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • High Priority - All potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in steam table hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cooked rice/pasta hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cooked vegetables hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Plant food cooked for hot holding not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Potatoes cooked for hot holding not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Rice cooked for hot holding not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
2/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical - Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. BAKERY AREA
  • 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 accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed hole in ceiling.
  • 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 soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
8/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.inside walk in freezer
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed hole in wall.by walk-in cooler
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.beef
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.by cook line
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.ham and cheese
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.3 compartment sink
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. croquettes and empaanadas Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
12/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site. RI COOLER
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. SCREEN DOOR ON BACK
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair (CABINETS)
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. TOMATOES
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
7/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit.Eggs At room temperature 70 degrees
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Equipment inside
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Fixed equipment exposed to spillage not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls.Coffee service handsink
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Shelving over prep table
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed clean oven paddle utensils/equipment stored in dirty surface.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.Cutting board
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.Mopsink sink faucet
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped insects in kitchen area light covers
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in mopsink area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.Cookline area
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.Walk in cooler fan covers
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
1/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.Garlic and oil
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Shelf over prep tables
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped insects in kitchen area light covers
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
7/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. LID CLOSED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
5/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed incorrect chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLOCKED BY PREP TABLE
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris. BY DISHMACHINE
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.
2/26/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. SANDWICHES ON COUNTER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. GROUND BEEF Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. COOKLINE REACH_IN COOLER DRAWERS.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized. 3-COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice scoop. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by 5+ dry rodent droppings found INSIDE CABINET LOCATED IN STORAGE AREA THAT CONTAINS ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
10/2/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 6/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/4/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/8/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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