Flight West

5894 Sunset Dr, South Miami, FL 33143 · Permanent Food Service · License 2337185

Official report

out of 100

Grade F

Safety score 53 of 100

Latest visit: Oct 23, 2026 (2 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.High priority · 11 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Oct 23 routine inspection
2 high priority (1 fixed on the spot), 4 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 6 basic
-27
Administrative complaint on Oct 23
Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed
-20
Safety score53

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Inspection history

2 inspections · 3 visits

Latest inspection

Oct232026

Routine inspection

12 violations found

First visitOct 23, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
12 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 4 Intermediate
- 6 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
  Observed raw beef stored above milk and bread in upstairs walk in.
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
  Observed cleaning sprays on bags of charcoal. Operator removed during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate4
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  Observed tags not marked with last day of sale.
- Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
  Observed caviar service not marked.
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  Observed none at handsink on cook line. Operator replaced during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added.
  Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed upstairs "office area" renovated with new bar, hand sink and ice machine with reach in cooler.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
Basic6
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
  Observed case of oil on floor next to cook line handsink. operator removed from floor.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
  Observed in between coolers across cook line. Knife was removed by operator.
  Fixed on the spot
  In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  Tongs were removed from door handle.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  Observed drink above triple sink. Operator had cup removed.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  Observed cup used as scoop in flour container upstairs.
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
  Observed buckets on floor. Operator had them placed 6 inches off of ground.
  Fixed on the spot
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Earlier inspections 1

Jul222026Follow-up to an earlier routine inspectionFirst visit not on file · 2 follow-up visits Complaint after follow-up

2nd follow-up visitAug 21, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
5 violations still not corrected:
- 3 Intermediate
- 2 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate3
- Code 11, Employee health: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  More time given
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  More time given
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added.
  Administrative complaint
Basic2
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
  More time given
- Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
1st follow-up visitJul 22, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
5 violations still not corrected:
- 3 Intermediate
- 2 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate3
- Code 11, Employee health: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  More time given
  At the first visitFixed on the spot
  Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  More time given
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added.
  More time given
  At the first visit
  Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed upstairs "office area" renovated with new bar, hand sink and ice machine with reach in cooler.
Basic2
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
  Observed bucket not on floor.
  More time given
  At the first visit
  Observed on floor at cook line.
- Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
  More time given
  At the first visit
  Observed at dish rack.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Ready-to-eat food: Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.