Buffy's, 3911 N 49 St, St Petersburg, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BUFFY'S
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3911 N 49 St, St Petersburg, FL 33709-5731
License #: 6210946
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 07/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. (Six dented cans of pork and beans)
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. (Ice cream directly on shelf of ice cream freezer.) **Corrected On-Site**
07/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Towel bucket in hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
5/2/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bottle containing a food product not labeled.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Box of spoons not covered in dry storage.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/30/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooked/heated yesterday/on a previous day not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within a total of 6 hours. Food has been cooling overnight. Chili **Warning**. 5 gal. Container of cooked beans at 58°F dated 6/2, cooled over night.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
6/3/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Build-up of dust or dirt on walk in unit fan covers. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Several walk in cooler foods 43°F-49°F in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooked/heated yesterday/on a previous day not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within a total of 6 hours. Food has been cooling overnight. Chili **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Raw chicken over raw beef. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Chili 50°F in walk in cooler 51°F. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. 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. 48°F ambient air throughout. **Warning**
5/31/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. in bar area
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. outside of back door
10/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. nonhandled container inside spices, dry storage area
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. small reach in cooler near coffee maker
7/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection. one end of outside ice machine lacks overhead coverage
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. cup in pecan container Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. under employee hand sink
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. plasticware at pick up window
  • Critical - employee training has expired 12/11
1/19/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection. one end of ice machine lacks over head protection
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.in walk in freezer
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. old food build up on deli style door handles
8/29/2011Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • 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, dust or dirt on storeroom storage shelves.
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of ice cream residue.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust behind exit door cooler.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
3/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Observed microwave door handle in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of ice cream residue.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen / storeroom storage shelves.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed hole in wall next to cork board.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
11/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as oven rack cover.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed grease on the ground behind dumpster.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in cooler floor.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
7/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Cooked plant food for hot holding not reaching 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.[bags of ice on walkin freezer ]
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.[ribs in walkin cooler]
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.[Alto- Sham]
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[reachin ]
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.[tape attached to Ice machine ]
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.[bar]
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.[both walkin freezer & cooler]
4/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.[APPROXIMATELY 130 f]
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.[gasket on hot-holding]
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
11/23/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/5/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 10/27/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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