How many health inspections has SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN had?

SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN ever been shut down?

No, SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN?

The most frequently cited violations at SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN

5330 NW 17 AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SEA TOWN OF LIBERTY CITY INC · License: SEA2325388

SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN in Miami, FL has 23 inspections on record with 118 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

118Violations

0Closures

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Jul 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

Mar 4, 2022 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dec 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jun 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 28, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN had?: SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN ever been shut down?: No, SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN?: The most frequently cited violations at SNAPPER FISH AND CHICKEN are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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