Rick's On The River, 2305 N Willow St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: RICK'S ON THE RIVER
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2305 N Willow St, Tampa, FL 33607
License #: 3904938
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 08/19/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Front bar **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 reach-in cooler. One door and three door.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Oyster bar and two bars.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Steak over fish **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk cartons
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both bars.
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Inside bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Outside bar
08/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Outside bar
  • 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 - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Washing and sanitizing at this time at both bars. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in coolers. Not front of coolers
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bars
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Units on cook line
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of spices and squeeze bottles
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler. Chicken over burgers and fish 1 door cooler on line **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. Front bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bib. Outside
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution buckets stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Kitchen/cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both bars **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front bar
6/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor at outside and inside bar. Cups **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling tiles missing. In front of employee rest room.
  • 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 - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back walk in cooler with oysters
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Cook line
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottled water in back walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Shelves cook line
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. Cook line
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front bar
  • Basic - Open dumpster lids.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cook line
  • Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Oyster bar sink
2/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Pickle barrel W/I, box in freezer
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. Both ice machines
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. 1 door unit
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Fan in kitchen
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Dented can present. Chilli sauce
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb. Side ice machine area.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Outside bar
8/5/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Carrots in walk in cooler and box of oranges.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk Cajun seasoning.
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
3/11/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. outside bar sink
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. kitche sink right side.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. outside bar
  • Observed build-up of food debris in/on reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw eggs over seafood.
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
10/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - No three-compartment sink provided.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. holsters
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk-in
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
7/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/22/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. cold water at right of cook line.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. outside bar
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Outsde bar
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units. on cook line.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. outside bar
  • 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 : 06/20/12.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed employees with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. boxes in side walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. pickle barrels in walk in cooler.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolers at cook line.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in freezer
  • Observed inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. 2
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. still frozen Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use. cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. on drainboard at bar 3;comp sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. oyster forks Corrected On Site.
4/20/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walkin freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom. employees bathroom
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
11/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. oyster bar
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. kitchen sink
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. fan in kitchen
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. right side cooler.
  • Critical - Observed dented can.
  • Observed employees with no hair restraints. cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walk in freezer. boxes of fries. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. at bars
  • Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. on top of prep tables. Corrected On Site.
5/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/5/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers on line.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. boxes of seafood on floor inside walk in cooler.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop at outside ice machines.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 3 door and 2 door reach in coolers on line.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 1 door freezer reach in cooler.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. all on cook line.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. 2 units out back.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. kitchen service area.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. employee rest room.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. 1 kitchen sink
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. under fryers
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. under fryers in damaged tiles under fryers.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. end caps in back storage.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. back storage
8/31/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. cajun seasoning. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. boxes of oysters in walk in.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. fries in walk in freezer.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. lexan containers
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. gaskets reach in freezer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler
  • Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of microwaves soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. cups
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked by garbage can.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. employee
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. sink next to mop sink.
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind cook line.
7/28/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. water spray bottle on line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken next to burgers.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. bag of onions in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. boxes of seafood & french fries.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. boxes of oranges.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of pits. ice scoop at oyster bar.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. reach in freezer on cook line.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolers on cook line.
  • Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. 2 door freezer.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. oyster bar
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. sink at back door.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. end caps back storage.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. cooler
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
6/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented cans.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken over fish in 1 door
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. on line
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink & oyster bar
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. employee's
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind equipment.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
2/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented cans.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk containers
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers
  • 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. cajun seasoning
  • Observed employees withuot hair restraints.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolers
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. on cook line
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwaves soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. not inverted
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter & faucet at dish machine.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. right side of line
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. counter top with seasonings
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. outside area
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. outside tv
9/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/22/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/17/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/15/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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