Uptown Buffet in Miami was ordered shut on Feb. 18 after a staggering 41 food safety violations — one of the worst inspections in recent memory. Inspectors found roaches, dead insects in rice, and temperature abuse of multiple foods. Even after a follow-up inspection, 29 violations remained. China One in Davie was also ordered shut after roaches were seen crawling near soup pots and inside single-use container bags. Meanwhile, an IHOP in North Miami Beach had rodent droppings and dead roaches, but oddly, it was not shut down despite these serious issues. All the places mentioned were allowed to re-open following a mandated cleanup and then a re-inspection. **UPTOWN BUFFET 8275 WEST FLAGLER ST. MIAMI INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT ORDERED SHUT 2/18 41 VIOLATIONS FOUND “Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 2 dead insects in dry rice container.” “Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 dead insects in dry rice container; 20 lbs.” “Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on dry food rack in back of kitchen; seen where flour is held. Observed 1 live roach on dry spice rack. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind prep sink. Observed 3 live roaches on wall above ware wash area.” " Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed fridge at sushi station with ambient temperature of 68F. The following foods stored inside for more than 4 hours prior to inspection: fried shrimp (60F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (60F - Cold Holding); masago (57F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (59F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (60F - Cold Holding); crab (59F - Cold Holding). Repeat Violation.” “Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl stored in rice container. Repeat Violation.” “Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles throughout kitchen on equipment. Repeat Violation.” “Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout entire establishment. Repeat Violation.” “Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave at soda dispenser. Repeat Violation.” “Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed sheet trays wet nesting on dish rack. Repeat Violation.” “Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in back of restaurant dry storage with leak forming from bottom of equipment.” “Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in dining area and throughout kitchen, walk in cooler and walk in freezer.” “Food stored on floor. Observed in kitchen area and walk in cooler and freezer cases of different food stored on floor. Repeat Violation.” “Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp in standing water. Operator turned cold water on and left running. As per operator, shrimp was placed at time of opening; less than an hour prior to beginning of inspection. Repeat Violation.” “Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed fridge at sushi station with ambient temperature of 68F. The following foods stored inside for more than 4 hours prior to inspection: fried shrimp (60F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (60F - Cold Holding); masago (57F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (59F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (60F - Cold Holding); crab (59F - Cold Holding) Repeat Violation.” #FoodSafety #HealthInspection #MiamiEats #RestaurantFail #CleanKitchen #FoodSafetyMatters #HealthViolations #DiningOut #MiamiFood #FoodAlert - @local10news