Sea Siam, 12735 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SEA SIAM
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 12735 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156-5944
License #: 2319258
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 09/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed cooking utensils stored at shed not fully enclosed , pots or pans. All needs to be brought inside restaurant.
  • Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind chest freezer by Sushi Bar Area.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Rice bag on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Server station.
  • High Priority - Cooked rice (Sushi) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sushi rice 89°f.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Time marking not clear. Form given and explained how to keep time as a Public Health Control.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Raw beef over seafood.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sushi bar area.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Battery out on dispenser.
09/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
08/05/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
4/11/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
12/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing. Employee restroom
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Inside walk in cooler
  • Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Ware washing area
  • Basic - Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources.pots and pans stored outside exposed to elements
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Inside walk in cooler
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar area
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Sushi prep area handsink
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Tea prep area
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Sushi Rice
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
4/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.AT SUSHI AREA
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.AT THE SUHI AREA
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.AT SUSHI AREA
  • Critical - Observed food contaminated by unsanitized equipment.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area.OPEN BEVERAGE IN REACH IN UNIT
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.AT SUSHI AREA
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
7/27/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/23/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. INSIDE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. HANDSINK IN SUSHI BAR
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. IN FRONT OF FRYER
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. HANDSINK AT KITCHEN ENTRANCE
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. HANDSINK IN SUSHI BAR
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.INSIDE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM , HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE MACHINE
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. PINAPPLE CHUNK CANS.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. BOTTLE OF BEERS
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. SOY SAUCE BUCKET Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. SPOON INSIDE HANDSINK
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. PURSE STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLE
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. shrimp outside
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW SHELL EGGS OVER VEGETABLES Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. RAW CHICKEN OVER RAW SEAFOOD
  • Observed ripped cardboard used as shelf cover.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. ON CART, ON SHELF OF PREP TABLE
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed the use of an unclean thermometer.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. CUT VEGETABLESS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. SUSHI RICE
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. FRIED SOFT CRAB AT 82 F
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
5/22/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
9/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.sometiles broken
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. Corrected On Site.cleaned up by employee
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.ricepot used for sushi rice
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.behind equipment
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walkin Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.shelving in walkin
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.small ovens
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.sushi rice 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.eggs over vegies
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.chiken over beef
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed waste line passing through ice machine.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
6/7/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.coffe station
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walkin
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.shelving
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.sushi rice
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
4/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • 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. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • 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 ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
11/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.sushi rice
  • 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.sushi rice
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • 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 use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.ovens in sushi bar
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.shelves under prep table
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.women bag
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
3/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • 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 food stored in ice used for drinks.bar area
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
  • 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.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Hand sink missing plashguard in food preparation room or area.sushi bar
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.behind equipment
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
8/21/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/18/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/30/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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