Blue At The Topaz, 1224 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Bch, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BLUE AT THE TOPAZ
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1224 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Bch, FL 32136
License #: 2800575
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 4/24/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of flour in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Missing knobs to gill **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 4 packets butter in kitchen in food container ( overnight ) 60°f Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.tiny. Flies in kitchen and bar
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter to. Ice machine
4/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
11/21/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in maketable **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Numerous
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Kitchen Cooler at 50°f . Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above cooler in kitchen
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Missing knobs to grill at cookline , non functional cooler in kitchen ( work in progress)
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at 50°f Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded
  • High Priority - Produce with mold-like growth. See stop sale. One large pepper in walk in cooler Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Three old dry rodent droppings under Dishmachine **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Deflector plate
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
11/15/2013Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/25/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/3/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Plates on outside cart not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored with or above food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Clothing on top of single service by rear door
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Bowl as scoop in sauce
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dishmachine area
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags for vegetables
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Sauces
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage y direct contact with food. Vegetables in shopping bags
  • High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Beef next to vegetables in walk in cooler
  • High Priority - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Veggie tart labeled 12/16/12 corrective action : discarded ( 1 portion)
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 semi fresh droppings under stairwell between bar and kitchen , approximately 5 semi fresh droppings behind reach in cooler in kitchen approximately 5 semi fresh droppings under dishmachine **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cooler by rear door **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Numerous cooked. Plant foods in walkin cooler
1/2/2013Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. REACH IN COOLER BY REAR ENTRANCE
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair. MISSION KNOB AT DISHMACHINE HANDWASH SINK
  • Violation: 29-11-1 Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE
  • Violation: 37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
7/18/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Repeat Violation.
  • Light not functioning. ABOVE ICE MACHINE
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. APPROXIMATELY 15-20 SEMI-FRESH/SOFT AND OLD DRY DROPPING UNDER STAIRWELL NEXT TO FILING CABINET. NOTE: NO SEPARATION BETWEEN BAR AND KITCHEN FROM STAIRWELL Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. REACH IN COOLER BY REAR ENTRANCE
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. ONE SMALL DYING RODENT IN GLUE TRAP UNDER STAIRWELL . NOTE: NO SEPARATION BETWEEN BAR AND KITCHEN FROM STAIRWELL Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. SPRAY BOTTLES OVER CLEANED CUPS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. MISSION KNOB AT DISHMACHINE HANDWASH SINK
7/17/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/17/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/12/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. CLOTHE ON UTENSILS
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. DISHMACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. LARGE ITEMS IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing : DISHMACHINE LINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. SMALL UNIT :FRONTLINE
  • 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. EXPIRED AND INCOMPLETE ON EMPLOYEES
  • Critical - Observed EMPLOYEE JACKET OVER CLEANED UTENSILS : DISHMACHINE LINE
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. BEHIND REACH IN COOLER / SHELVES
  • Critical - Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use. HOLDING ITEMS IN SINK. TRAY Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. FOOD DEBRIS
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 SEMIFRESH DROPPINGS BEHIND REACH IN REACH IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
12/12/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/22/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. BAR Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. REACH IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AND SMALL COOLER AT BAR
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. RICE CONTAINER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. FRONTLINE SMALL UNIT
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. EMPLOYEE CUTTING VEGETABLES BAREHAND CONTACT
  • Critical - Observed cloth contacting ready-to-eat food. TOMATOES Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. UNDER CUTTING BOARDS
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. APPROXIMATELY 15 DEAD UNDER DISHMACHINE . APPROXIMATELY 10 DEAD IN KITCHEN . APPROXIMATELY 5 DEAD AT BAR Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use. ITEMS IN HANDSINK :DISHMACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. HOLDING ITEMS IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with CLENED UTENSILS : AT DISHMACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BEEF, SEAFOODS, DAIRY, AT BETWEEN 50 TO 55 F IN KITCHEN COOLER . MILK AT 47 F IN SMALL REACH IN COOLER BAR. VOLUNTARY DISCARDED
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. POULTRY OVER READY TO EAT IN WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 8 LIVE ROACHES UNDER DISHMACHINE . APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE IN KITCHEN BY COOLER
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ITEMS IN WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. RESIDENTIAL STYLE "RAID" SPRAY Corrected On Site.
8/19/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. COUNTERS AND SHELVES
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOOD FILTER
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. APPROXIMATELY 7 DEAD ROACHES BY FRONTLINE BAR, DISHMACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed personal care item stored with CLEANED UTENSILS.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY
3/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/3/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. IN SINK NO WATER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. BEEF Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. NUMEROUS IN WALINCOOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. EMPLOYEE TOUCHING VEGETABLES WITH BARE HAN CONTACT Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. TONGS OVER HANDLE
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. SPATULA
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, or smoking area causing possible cross-contamination. DRINK CUP ON PREPARATION TABLE
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat Violation.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. ICE MACHINE WATER FILTER
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY WALKIN COOLER SHELF
  • Critical. Observed missing/inaccurate/damaged gauges on dishmachine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. BLACK SUBSTANCE
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. FILLING WATER JUGS
  • Observed hole in wall. AT COOKLINE BY AIR VENT.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. FAN AT COOKLINE
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. MEDICAL BODY POWER OVER FOODSTUFFS Corrected On Site.
10/5/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. BULK FLOUR CONTAINER
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW FISH NEXT TO DELI MEATS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW FISH ABOVE MASHED POTATOES IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. ONIONS
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. WOOD SHELVING NOT PROTECTED
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. REACH IN FREEZER
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. HANGING NEXT TO CLEAN GLASSES IN DISHWASHING AREA
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
6/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/8/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. DELI MEATS
  • Critical. No tag on fresh shellfish.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. SOUP
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. BULK SUGAR
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BUTTER AT 55 ON COOKLINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. REACH IN COOLER UNIT HOLDING FOODS AT 50 DEGREES. BUTTER/CHEESE
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW EGGS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. NO HANDLE ON BULK SUGAR SCOOP Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. WHEN RETURNING TO KITCHEN FROM ANOTHER AREA
  • Critical. Observed employee cough, sneeze, use a handkerchief or disposable tissue, use tobacco, eat, or drink then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CRACKED LID ON BULK SUGAR
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. WOOD SHELVING
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOOD FILTERS
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. SHELVING THROUGHOUT
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. KNIVES
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. TO GO CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. DISHWASHING AREA
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. DISHWASHING AREA
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. DISHWASHING AREA
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. BACKDOOR
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. STORED WITH GLOVES IN DISHWASHING AREA
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. CATHERINE EXPIRED SEPT '07.
12/15/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/24/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 3/23/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 10/2/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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