\u201cObserved 40+ live roaches inside of oven on cook line in kitchen area.\u201d<\/p>\n
That was among the violations documented by state inspectors last week as several South Florida restaurant kitchens were ordered shut following inspections by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. <\/p>\n
No restaurant kitchens were ordered shut in Broward County or the Florida Keys. <\/p>\n
Among the locations cited was Loretta & The Butcher. Inspection records for Loretta & The Butcher show that 9 of its 16 inspections required a follow-up visit by state inspectors. <\/p>\n
Other restaurants ordered shut included Dicrespo, El Rinconcito Paisa #4, Sports Grill and Mr. Baker. Inspectors reported a range of violations, including roach activity, roach droppings, food stored at unsafe temperatures, dirty equipment and employee hygiene issues.<\/p>\n
Below is a list of places that were ordered shut and some of their violations. <\/p>\n
All the places mentioned here were allowed to re-open following an ordered cleanup and re-inspection.<\/p>\n
**LORETTA & AND BUTCHER<\/p>\n
3195 COMMODORE PLAZA<\/p>\n
COCONUT GROVE<\/p>\n
ORDERED SHUT 3\/11<\/p>\n
16 VIOLATIONS FOUND<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach walking across open kitchen floor. Observed 3 live roaches coming out of paper towel dispenser above cook line hand sink. Observed 10+ live roaches behind wooden shelves plank attached to wall above prep table. Observed 1 live roach crawl out of trash can. Observed 1 live roaches crawling out of wall outlet box in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches crawling out of wall covering above entrance of kitchen.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach excrement and\/or droppings present. Observed roaches dropping along wall above prep counter in kitchen around outlet box.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches under convection oven at cook line.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and\/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen walls with grease and dust build up.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDish machine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dish machine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dish machine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); operator began to change container. Repeat Violation.\u201d<\/p>\n
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 3\/12<\/p>\n
\u201cAt time of callback inspection observed 1 live roach between crack of wall at bar. Observed 3 live roaches between pipes at mop sink. Observed 1 live roach under prep table shelf. Observed 2 live roaches in men bathroom ceiling.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach excrement and\/or droppings present. Observed roaches dropping along wall above prep counter in kitchen around outlet box. From follow-up inspection 2026-03-12: At time of callback inspection did back inspection still observed.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAt time of call back inspection observed 6 dead roaches Two at entrance of bathrooms, 2 behind standing reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen. 2 under convection oven at cook line.\u201d<\/p>\n
**DICRESPO STEAKHOUSE <\/p>\n
13772 SW 152ND ST.<\/p>\n
REDLAND<\/p>\n
ORDERED SHUT 3\/11<\/p>\n
37 VIOLATIONS FOUND<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on sanitizer bucket at kitchen. Observed 6 live roaches crawling inside reach in cooler where food is stored across from cook line. Observed 3 live roaches crawling out of raw potato bag near exit door. Observed 1 live roach crawling on reach in cooler gasket near cook line. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on stove near ovens at cook line. Observed 2 live roaches crawling inside of the triple sink adjacent to cook line. Repeat Violation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cStop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 live roaches crawling out of potato bag at rack near exit door.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDead roaches on premises. Observed 8 dead roaches inside reach in cooler across from cook line. Observed 4 dead roaches inside hand wash sink near exit door at kitchen. Observed 5 dead roaches inside hand wash sink near mop sink that is located inside kitchen. Repeat Violation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cStop Sale issued on time\/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time\/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (59F – Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F – Cooling) ; raw chicken (59F – Cold Holding); yuca (62F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line. As per cook for more than 12 hours.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFood-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry storage shelves soiled with old food debris. Observed interior of food storage container at cook line soiled with old food debris. Repeat Violation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cClean utensils and equipment stored on dirty wire shelf above 3 compartment sink.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cCutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cInterior of oven\/microwave has accumulation of black substance\/grease\/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cEmployee touched soiled apron\/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touched soiled aprons and then proceeded to plate sandwich to serve to customers.\u201d<\/p>\n
RE-INSPECTION 3\/12<\/p>\n
\u201cDuring callback inspection observed approximately 10+ dead roaches on floor at cook line. Observed 1 dead roach at prep table next to gloves box.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDuring callback inspection observed 1 live roach crawling under the handwash sink near dry storage area. Observed 3 live roaches crawling inside reach in cooler where food is stored across from cook line. Observed 1 live roach crawling near the walk in cooler door. Observed 1 live roach crawling near gloves box at prep table across cook line.\u201d<\/p>\n
*EL RINCONCITO PAISA #4<\/p>\n
9700 SW 24TH ST<\/p>\n
WESTCHESTER<\/p>\n
ORDERED SHUT 3\/10<\/p>\n
25 VIOLATIONS FOUND<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed six live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table located across the cook line. Observed five live roaches crawling on floor underneath cook line. Observed one live roach crawling on three compartment sink.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach excrement and\/or droppings present. Observed approximately 20+ roach droppings on top water heater in back storage area.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach behind white chest freezer in back storage area.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAccumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBuildup of food debris\/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled in back kitchen area.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and\/or dust. Observed walls in back prep area soiled.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cCeiling\/ceiling tiles\/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in back prep area soiled.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cEmployee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed male employee touch dirty utensils and then place gloves on without washing hands.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cEmployee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and\/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed male employee crack raw shelled eggs and immediately grab clean aluminum pan without proper hand washing.\u201d<\/p>\n
*SPORTS GRILL<\/p>\n
1559 SUNSET DR. <\/p>\n
CORAL GABLES<\/p>\n
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT<\/p>\n
ORDERED SHUT 3\/9<\/p>\n
14 VIOLATIONS FOUND <\/p>\n
\u201cRoach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 40+ live roaches inside of oven on cook line in kitchen area.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFood-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food and dish shelves.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAccumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine. Observed exterior soiled.\u201d<\/p>\n
**MR. BAKER<\/p>\n
10720 WEST FLAGLER ST.<\/p>\n
SWEETWATER <\/p>\n
ORDERED SHUT 3\/9<\/p>\n
14 VIOLATIONS FOUND<\/p>\n
\u201cRoach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach inside plastic bucket at dry storage. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall behind containers of dry beans. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall at dry storage. Observed 1 live roach crawling on shelve at dry storage.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on tray under oven at kitchen across cook line. Observed 1 dead roach inside plastic bucket at dry storage. Observed 3 dead roaches on juice counter behind front counter.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201caccumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 4 dead roaches on glue trap inside empty cabinet. Operator removed the glue trap.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAccumulation of black\/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine\/bin. Observed at service window.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFloor soiled\/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris behind oven at kitchen area. Observed floor soiled under dish machine. Observed accumulation of debris behind equipment at kitchen.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cTime\/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (49F – Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F – Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (47F – Cold Holding); chicken soup (49F – Cold Holding); beef soup (54F – Cold Holding); pico de gallo (49F – Cold Holding); frying cheese (45F – Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator the walk in cooler was off for an hour to defrost. Observed fries (47F – Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F – Cold Holding); ground beef (47F – Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for less than 2 hrs. Operator placed inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFood manager certification expired.\u201d<\/p>\n
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 3\/10 <\/p>\n
\u201cObserved 5 live roaches between shelves crevices at dry storage. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on wall at coffee station. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor at coffee station.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cObserved cooked beef (46F – Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (46F – Cold Holding); chicken soup (46F – Cold Holding); beef soup (47F – Cold Holding); inside walk in cooler.\u201d<\/p>\n
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