Leola's Crab Shack, 710-C West Orange Avenue, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LEOLA'S CRAB SHACK
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 710-C West Orange Avenue, Tallahassee, FL 32310
License #: 4703344
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 09/03/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken on prep counter at 48°.PHF transferred to unit at proper temp and cooled to 41° , food not out of temp over 4 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material in reachin freezer.
  • Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Men's room. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men room. **Corrected On-Site**
09/03/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Cups.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing Togo trays.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
3/7/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Hole in women''s room door.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Reach-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and spices.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove top.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
10/7/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Hole in women's room door.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Reach-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and spices.
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. **Admin Complaint**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove top.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
9/20/2013Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed interior of reach-in cooler with raw chicken soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Working containers of food FLOUR removed from original container not identified by common name.
8/30/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on stove.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Case of foam sandwich containers stored on floor in dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Soiled 3 door reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Flour and Seasoning containers in dry storage area.
3/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. **Admin Complaint**
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler with raw chicken soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Working containers of food FLOUR removed from original container not identified by common name.
11/27/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/27/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Observed missing thermometer in glass door reach in cooler.
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Observed torn gasket around door of reach in cooler.
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up around door of reach in freezer .
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up around doors of 3 door reach in cooler.
  • Violation: 37-01-1 Observed missing ceiling tiles in kitchen.
  • Violation: 42-03-1 Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Violation: 51-11-1 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Violation: 51-13-1 No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR Contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. This violation must be corrected by : 8-19-12.
8/24/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Observed missing thermometer in glass door reach in cooler.
  • 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. This violation must be corrected by : 8-19-12.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor in storage room. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up around door of reach in freezer .
  • Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up around doors of 3 door reach in cooler.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Observed torn gasket around door of reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed missing ceiling tiles in kitchen.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Observed employee purse stored under prep table.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Observed cup on floor in storage room. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name (flour).
6/19/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Employee training provided by unapproved provider. Refer to www.myflorida.com/dbpr for more details.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Soda, dry storage.
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. reach in cooler gaskets.
12/19/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen.
  • Critical - License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
  • Critical - Observed employee donning gloves without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. underneath hand wash sink.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Broth/soup, 125F left on counter, advised on use of ice bath. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. fryer oil.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment are not properly sealed when not in operation. Hole in wall next to rear door.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. breader. Corrected On Site.
7/20/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper strength in wiping bucket.
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food chicken cold held at 105 greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
3/3/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food chicken cold held at 75 greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
11/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food eggs stored over ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food chicken stored over ready-to-eat food salad dressings. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Floor under microwave table
4/26/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food butter cold held at 81 greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Floor under fryers.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. KITCHEN
  • Observed hole in ceiling.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored on top of freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
3/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/29/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Shelf under microwave.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an uncovered electrical box. For reporting purposes only. Panel on hot waterheater.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. RECERTIFICATION TEST TAKEN RESULTS NOT IN.
11/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 50-06-1 License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • Critical. Violation: 53B-08-1 No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro This violation must be corrected by : 8-23-09.
9/2/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 6/23/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/1/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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