Espana Restaurant, 22 S 4 St, Fernandina Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: ESPANA RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 22 S 4 St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
License #: 5500870
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 4/18/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on shelves in kitchen not inverted or protected
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. Dust build up on fan covers **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - All potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods in reach-in cooler cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mushrooms 49°, ceviche 50°, cheese 49°, wraps 50°, calamari 50°, all in small cooler in kitchen. Corrective aciton-all items moved to walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine at 0 ppm at time of inspection. Operator contact repair company.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in cold holding drawers. Raw chicken and raw steak stored behind hearts of palm, and bleu cheese crumbles **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Cracked eggs in same container as whole shell eggs **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Where red hose is attached
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clam tags not marked with dates as required **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocks with pan of frozen calamari
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In bucket in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
4/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. Corn starch and water not labeled in bottle
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowls used as scoops in bulk flour and rice containers **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. Fan covers have excessive build up on them
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sink on cooks line
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple containers in kitchen not labeled **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Employees medicine stored on shelf with cups, plates above make table **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn starch and water 73°, sitting on counter in kitchen. Corrective action-voluntarily discarded product
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler. Raw chicken stored over raw seafood in reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw fish cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish 48°, calamari 49°, mussels 47° all in walking cooler. Corrective action-ice product down
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Operator stated she is going to set up new system to keep them organized.
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags not marked
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At sink in back kitchen area
11/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Onion peel for bullion **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. 1 door unit **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Raw shrimp, tuned cold water on **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cutting onion for latter use, grabbed corn bread, got gloves **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee washed hands with gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line *Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan made a couple of days ago **Corrected On-Site**
4/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Tongs on low oven handle **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Reach in **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth. Lemon
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.reach in on cookline
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Box freezer
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. On canned goods
11/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. splash guard needed for make table/handsink on cookline Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. tongs on oven handle, low Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach-in
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under plant foods Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. seafood behind cheese, top of make table
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. rice Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. fish bones
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. shrimp Corrected On Site.
5/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. handsink on cookline has no splash guards
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. tongs on oven handle, low
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under parsley
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. reach-in pooling water
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. putting garnish on plate
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. rice
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. two
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef stock 63'F on line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. beef behind shrimp reach-in on line
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. box freezer
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knives betwern wall and supression system Repeat Violation.
12/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. rubbing with soap and rinsing at the same time, did it again Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. crema catalana 108F on table cooling, placed in walk-in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. oil jugs Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 200ppm bleach in bucket Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knife Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. torta espanola Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Unlabeled toxic container does not bear the manufacturer's label. sanitizer bucket
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. white powder in small container Corrected On Site.
5/4/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 28-12-1 Observed establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without approval for such change. 66 inside and 20 outside, 86 total ; 7 waiting seats only, gave seating evaluation form 1/4/11 must fax seating change evaluation form when check approve by Utility Dept
1/4/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. rice 53F in walk-in cooler, discarded
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. shrimp in water, turned cold water Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw lobster over cooked chicken in box freezer ; raw scallops over cooked potatoes Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers / bag used for food storage. grocery bag shrimp in upright freezer Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. plates on shelf
  • Critical. Observed establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without approval for such change. 66 inside and 20 outside, 86 total ; 7 waiting seats only, gave seating evaluation form
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. in dishmachine area
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. alcohol by bowls over 3 comp sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. bleach by plates Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. on chemical shelf by oven Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only. 3 abc, outside
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. didn't remember big 4 foodborne illnesses
10/19/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/25/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Observed food with mold-like growth. 1 lemon in walk-in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fish and garlic and oil in reachin, chicken, shrimp, added ice Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. reading 26F
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. inside walk-in , reachin across from fryer
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. shelled eggs over dryed tomatoes in walk-in; raw scallops on top of fries in box freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. on rice, cabage Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. shrimp in it , upright freezer
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with food and/or soil deposits. handles on reachin coolers
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. a/c at server station
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. storage unit Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. broken handle at 3 comp sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. faucet where hose is attached and outside faucet Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. placing sanitizer bucket in it Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. spray bottle Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. more than 200ppm bleach in bucket Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Unlabeled toxic container does not bear the manufacturer's label. sanitizer bucket Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Critical. 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. some expired
5/12/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-23-1 Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Violation: 47-16-2 Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. Kitche
1/19/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Shellstock tags not maintained in chronological order correlated to the date or dates during which the shellstock were sold or served.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers spices.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. ueeze bottles.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 47 f, sausage 48 f reach in cooler. Corrected On Site. Cooler lid closed
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth under cutting board.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Blades of knives on rack
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. Knives between wall and back of table
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. Cutting boards
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. Rear area.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Cook line.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Cook line
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Cook line
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over 3 comp sink
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly, mounted, hanging from ceiling. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. Kitche
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. Expired 7/5/09.
11/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 5/15/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/2/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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