La Teresita, 7101 N 66 St, Pinellas Park, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LA TERESITA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7101 N 66 St, Pinellas Park, FL 33781-4004
License #: 6213145
Total inspections: 26
Last inspection: 11/13/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, 2 large bugs, one lizard, on floor in corner of dry storeroom Corrective action taken: chairs, hand truck removed, area cleaned during inspection
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Loose handle, door of Superior reach in cooler, cook line
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Under handwash sink , dishwashing area
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer. Dough **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Unnecessary items on the premise. Out of service gas grill
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Cappuccino machine milk steamer Corrective action taken: cleaned during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Container of sugar **Corrected On-Site**
11/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves under Cuban press machine
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Case of disposable cups
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • Basic - One Dead palmetto bug on premises. Area swept during inspection
  • High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Oversize Stock pot of black beans, covered in walk in cooler Corrective action taken : stop sale issued
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over cooked food. Raw breaded bass on shelf above frozen pre cooked plantains **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Covered, Oversize Stock pot containing 50 lbs of black beans , held overnight , measured at 59°
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches. Stock pot containing 50 lbs of black beans, held overnight, measured at , 59° Corrective action taken : stop sale issued
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Stock pot containing 50 lbs of black beans Corrective action taken: stop sale
07/03/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Compressor fan , walk in freezer
  • Basic - walk-in freezer floor soiled. Under racks
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw beef above prepped onion **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Cleaned during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
2/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Rubber maid bins storing rice and black beans
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean utensils stored on soiled wall in front of ice machine.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cooks line reach in cooler leaking and has pooled water
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Throughout kitchen and coolers
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Door and glass window.
  • Basic - In-use spoon stored in crack between wood shelve and wall server prep station. Knife stored in between prep table and pass through counter. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Unwrapped ham roast in walk in cooler directly on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishes then clean dishes with no hand wash.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. Employee put gloves on after moving ham to walk in from kitchen with out washing hands in between.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler Sauce 45°F, chicken 44°F, pork 45°F, pork 46°F, shredded beef 45°F. Items moved to walk in freezer for quick chill.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Eggs stored over ready to eats meats.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler black beans 56°F, yuca 55°F, improperly cooled from previous day.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Mineral spirits stored in dry storage room. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Rubber maid bins storing rice and black beans
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling.Walk in cooler black beans 56°F, yuca 55°F, improperly cooled from previous day.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Throughout walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Various foods cooked on site. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
10/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood peeling paint. **Warning**
  • Basic - Nonbagged garbage in dumpster. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Breaded, raw beef, 47F, raw breaded fish, 47F, milk, 44F. **Warning** At callback, blank steak, 48F, peas/pimentos, 48F, rice pudding, 48F.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
5/14/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.( pans on storage shelf) **Warning**
5/13/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.spoons at wait station stored in bin on paper towels **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Can opener blade rusty, worn, peeling paint. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.bag of pancake mix open. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood peeling paint. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Nonbagged garbage in dumpster. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Greater than 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. One live roach observed on coving between ice machine and hand sink. 3 dead roaches observed in corners of dry storage rom. 2 dead roaches observed in corner under dirty dry board to dishwasher. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Breaded, raw beef, 47F, raw breaded fish, 47F, milk, 44F. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.wrong date mark per manager. black bean soup made yesterday and says 3 days earlier. **Warning**
5/13/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.( styrofoam cup in pan of green bean pan/ upright) **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on pipe attached to wall. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.( sandwich cooler ) **Warning**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( shelf) **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Warning**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.( sandwiches) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.( Cuban sandwiches 58? in cookline reachin cooler,)(05/11/2013) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food found greater than 47 degrees Fahrenheit but less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit more than six hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.( pans on storage shelf) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.( chest freezer) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food wrapped in plastic wrap/placed in closed plastic bag while cooling.( rice, inside )(5/11/2013) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.( Cuban sandwiches) **Warning**
5/10/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/20/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots on shelving **Warning**
  • Observed expired Food Manager Certification. 11/15/2007 **Warning**
  • Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Cuban sandwiches **Warning**
2/7/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots on shelving **Warning**
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Wait staff area **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. 11/15/2007 **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Sandwich press **Warning**
  • Observed open dumpster lid. **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.milk **Warning**
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Boxes on floor in storage shed **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. On cart in walkin cooler **Warning**
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Cuban sandwiches **Warning**
  • Critical - Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Vegetables and rice on steam table **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk in storage room **Warning**
12/5/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/5/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Violation: 15-12-1 Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner. [ice machine door]
  • Violation: 15-35-1 Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. [walk in freezer door]
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. [ric handles, condiment shelving, condiments, microwave tables]
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair. [handsink missing plumbing in back kitchen ]
  • Violation: 38-10-1 Light not functioning in outside storage.
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 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 : 09 july 2012 .
5/9/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. [condenser dripping water, draining onto shelving and stored food in walkin freezer ]
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. [rice 81 degrees , pork 57 degrees, chicken 48 degrees. all items placed in walkin cooler prior night] [see stop sale notice ] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. [butter brush] [food storage containers ].
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. [condenser dripping water in walk in freezer]
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Corrected On Site. [dry storage area ]
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. [handled scoop being stored in ready to eat food with handle touching food]
  • Light not functioning in outside storage.
  • 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 : 09 july 2012 .
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. [walk in freezer door]
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner. [ice machine door]
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. [ric handles, condiment shelving, condiments, microwave tables]
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. [approximately 10 old and dry droppings found in dry storage area and behind dining room bar] This violation must be corrected by : 5/8/2012 .
  • Critical - Observed toxic container reused for food storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, walk in cooler, cookline]
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. [handsink missing plumbing in back kitchen ]
  • Critical - Reach-in cooler not cleaned prior to accumulation of soil residue.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. [throughout kitchen ]
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). [foods improperly cooled]
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
5/7/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk-in-cooler floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food/ice residue.
  • Critical - Observed interiors of microwaves soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled grill line reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed storeroom canwash area not accessible. Do not use as storage area.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food in kitchen / storeroom exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in kitchen coolers between use.
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Critical - Working container of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. ( Waitress Station ).
11/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/26/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical - Violation: 05-08-1 No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical - Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometers in kitchen coolers.
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-27-1 Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in kitchen coolers between use.
  • Violation: 10-04-1 Ice scoop not stored in a clean / protected location.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-24-1 Observed buildup of slime on beer drain trays beneath tap.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-27-1 Observed grill line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food/ice residue.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Violation: 24-08-1 Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Violation: 29-18-1 Drain cove missing on women's restroom floor.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Waitress station hand wash sinks lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at waitress station handwashing lavatories.
  • Violation: 33-16-1 Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Violation: 34-09-1 Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Violation: 34-10-1 Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Violation: 36-13-1 Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Violation: 37-03-1 Observed baseboards on storeroom wall in disrepair.
  • Violation: 37-14-1 Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Violation: 41A-07-1 Observed container of medicine improperly stored.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-03-1 Observed unlabeled spray bottles.
  • Violation: 44-02-1 Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Critical - Violation: 46-09-2 Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
6/24/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Drain cove missing on women's restroom floor.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at waitress station handwashing lavatories.
  • Ice scoop not stored in a clean / protected location.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometers in kitchen coolers.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed baseboards on storeroom wall in disrepair.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on beer drain trays beneath tap.
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dead roach on glue trap beneath storeroom storage shelf. This violation must be corrected by : 06/24/11.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical - Observed grill line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food/ice residue.
  • Critical - Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in kitchen coolers between use.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottles.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Critical - Waitress station hand wash sinks lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
6/23/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Kitchen hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at men's restroom handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed bag of rice stored on storeroom floor.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor and beneath kitchen equipment.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed grill line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food /ice residue.
  • Critical - Observed interiors of microwaves soiled.
  • Observed open dumpster lids.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storeroom storage containers.
  • Observed storeroom floor with food /trash debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered cheese on walk in cooler storage rack. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered salads in waitress station cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
2/4/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in coolers / freezer between use.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as equipment cover.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed grill line equipment food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical. Dishmachine room handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Critical. Dishmachine room hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Critical. Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic items improperly stored in bar area.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottles.
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Public restroom hallway electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
9/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/12/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.[cuban sandwiches ] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.[sandwich cooler]
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.[upright cooler]
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.[WIF]
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.[BOTH WIC & WIF]
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.{DRY FOOD CONTAINERS}
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.{GROCERY BAGS}
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.{KNIVES STORED IN HOLDER}
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.[rear mop sink faucet]
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.{DRY STORAGE}
1/25/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.[cuban sandwiches] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.[milk]
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.[Upright ] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed empolyee wash hands with no hot water.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition.[brush handle]
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.[exterior surfaces of equipment ]
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.[walkin shelving ]
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.[to-go-containers]
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.[sandwich cooler]
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.[Spanish]
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.[walkin ]
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.[in frt of sandwich cooler]
7/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/8/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/4/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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