Buffalo's Southwest Cafe, 5761 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BUFFALO'S SOUTHWEST CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5761 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33065
License #: 1621089
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 9/5/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Critical - observed employee failed to wash hands when switching task.
  • observed grooved/ pitted cutting boards that are no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - observed interior of ice machine slimey.
  • Critical - observed outer opening cannot be sealed when closed.
  • observed residue grime buildup on mop sink.
  • observed scoop stored with handle in product sugar, rice containers.
  • observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution.
9/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-04-1 Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, reardoor .
9/5/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container, rice and batter. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container, chicken.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods, raw chicken stored next to raw beef , in reach in cooler .
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods, raw beef stored next raw shrimp, in reach-in-cooler.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, taco shell.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, reardoor .
5/21/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Violation: 09-04-1 Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees, garnish and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
  • Violation: 10-06-1 In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container, flour, sugar and batter. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-26-1 Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease/grime on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue/grime build-up on nonfood-contact surface, warewashing racks.
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-04-1 Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, rear door.
  • Violation: 36-13-1 Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment, under fryer.
  • Violation: 37-11-1 Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust, ac vents.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-01-1 Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed, chlorine.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-03-1 Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-09-1 No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
12/7/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. This violation must be corrected by : 1-6-2012.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container, flour, sugar and batter. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust, ac vents.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees, garnish and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
  • Observed build-up of grease/grime on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment, under fryer.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods, raw beef stored next to cheese, in reach-in-cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed residue/grime build-up on nonfood-contact surface, warewashing racks.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed, chlorine.
  • Critical - Observed sewage backing up through floor drains of establishment, in outside enclosed room where gas hotwater heater and NuCO2 cylinder is stored. This violation must be corrected by : 12-6-2011.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, prepared vegetables , in walk-in-cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, rear door.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name, sugar, flour and batter.
12/5/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. DO NOT KEEP ANY POTENIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN UNIT UNTIL UNIT IS REPAIRED and OPERATING PROPERLY.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Fliptop reachin cooler on cook's line, DO NOT KEEP ANY POTENIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN UNIT UNITIL IT IS REPAIRED AND OPERATING PROPERLY.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Reachin cooler drawers, fliptop reachin cooler and reachin freezer all on cook's line.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All food in reachin cooler drawers on cook's line. Corrected On Site by moving to another cooler
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All potentially hazardous in fliptop reachin cooler on cook's line
6/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken Corrected On Site by moving to another cooler.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. True glass door reachin cooler on cook's line. DO NOT KEEP ANY POTENIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN UNIT UNTIL REPAIRED.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.Fliptop reachin cooler on cook's line.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable at toppings reachin cooler
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions by 3 compartment sink.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
1/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings, beef burgers Corrected On Site by moving to beer cooler.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.rice, chicken
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Chicken wing bainmarie cooler
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Walkin cooler, service tech called.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Soda guns at bar.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions near prep sink. Corrected On Site.
8/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken salad Corrected On Site by rechilling and putting in in metal pan.
  • Critical. Cooked plant food for hot holding not reaching 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Rice, chicken , black beans. Corrected On Site .
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Salad dressing cooler.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.Delfield.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Cook's line.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Bainmarie cooler on cook's line has excessive water in the bottom of the unit.
  • 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 employee training is expired. This violation must be corrected by : 5/13/10.
3/12/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. 3 door bainmarie cooler on cook's line
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. Dumping ice.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Both soda guns at bar.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage cans.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Rear door.
9/9/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/25/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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