Chit-Chats Lounge, 651 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHIT-CHATS LOUNGE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 651 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33062
License #: 1621830
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 10/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. ... No paper towels at kitchen Handwash sink **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. ...in kitchen **Warning**
10/21/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
07/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. ... At exterior mop sink.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. ... Handsink to right of coffee brewer.
1/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. ...
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
8/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen **Repeat Violation**
2/12/2013Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Kitchen
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Kitchen
9/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. kitchen
8/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. hot dogs, sauce and sliced cheese in reach-in cooler. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. in reach-in cooler in kitchen
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.raw shell eggs over condiments, fruits, sauces and raw fish over sauces in reach-in cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. kitchen backdoor leading outside with gaps around door and gap on bottom of door Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
10/25/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked shredded BBQ-Pork in reach-icooler in kitchen
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pasta dish in reach-in cooler in kitchen
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. beef over bread in reach-in freezer in kitchen
  • Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface/ washing dishes
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. all nozzles at bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. backdoor with gap on bottom. needs sealed/weatherstrip/doorsweep installed to be completely sealed
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. household roach killer on top of reach-in cooler/prep area Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Observed LP-gas cylinder with greater than one pound LP-gas capacity inside a building. Three 15 lb lp-gas cylinders stored in kitchen. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. liquor storage room
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. in kitchen by gas grill
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
7/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.dressing ric
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.pasta ric
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.cut fruit ric
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.eggs/pasta ric
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.beef/hot dogs rif
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.ric unplugged Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.pitcher in it Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.cup in it/bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.pitcher in it Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
3/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Lunchmeats
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Inside upright reach in cooler
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
11/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/3/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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