The Crab House Gainesville Take Out, 1818 Ne Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE CRAB HOUSE GAINESVILLE TAKE OUT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1818 Ne Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609
License #: 1103139
Total inspections: 8
Last inspection: 8/12/2011

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Inspection findings

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  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. none Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. electrical cord from fan running across it Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. glass doored reachin Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. floor fan
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. potatos Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of detergent-sanitizer. mixing bleach and detergent in wash compartment of triple sink
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed many live flies in cook shed.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked crabs 47-59, neck bones 51, pigs feet 46 in reachin Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw chicken, shrimp stored on butter Repeat Violation.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. foil pans
  • Critical - Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair. cookshed
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. to go boxes on shelf over stove Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup on ice chest used as ice bin. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. insecticide on ice machine Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. owner stated it contained bleach water
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. old microwave in main kitchen. various other items in cook shed
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. cook shed
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. near ladies room Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
8/12/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-10-2 Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment. velton
3/23/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. reachin units
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. corn and sausages cooked at 12:45pm at 77 degrees at 4:15pm
  • Critical - Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment. velton
  • Critical - Food prepared in a private home. strawberry jelly
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. rear of kitchen, prep room
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. gloves and cloths in it
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. rear kitchen, prep room
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. styrofoam cooler
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. prep room, restrooms
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. handsink in prep room
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. employee entered prep room from outside and began food prep w/ no hand wash
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. chest freezer lid coming apart,lid will not close completely
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. oil jugs
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. ice chests used for food storage, crab containers, prep sink in other bldg, ice scoop, storage pans.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. ice
  • Critical - Observed interiors of microwaves soiled.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. handsink on cookline
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. prep room
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. in reachin unit, wings 47, gizzards 50, potatos 46-47, pork chops 50. in second reachin unit, gizzards 63, hushpuppy batter 72.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs, fish on top of margarine Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. gallon plastic bags
  • Observed ripped/worn, soiled tin foil used as shelf cover. over stove
  • Observed unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. prep room
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. vast amount of unused, unnecessary items in kitchen and prep room
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. ice scoop cracked
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. prep room
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. hot water at rear handsink
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/18/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • 2. 14-51-1 OBSERVED NON FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE.
3/18/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. crabs & leg bone
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. breading/flour/spices Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. flour/breading
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. To - Go containers Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. Near entry door. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. LP-gas tanks not protected from vehicle damage. Two 20 pound propane tanks.For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. No one certified at this establishment. Repeat Violation.
  • 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. Repeat Violation.
9/9/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/9/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/breading containers.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked crabs 45 degrees. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Employees not washing hands when changing gloves.
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands. Less than 20 seconds
  • Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Cooking food on a grill outside. You must discontinue used of the outside grill until it is brought under compliance.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Flour/breading containers.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Carryout containers
  • Critical. Backflow prevention device missing at hose bibb.Outside faucet
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Bathrooms
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Bathrooms
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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.
4/23/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.CRABS STORED IN MILK CRATES.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. USED WIC.
  • Critical. Three-compartment sink not cleaned after being used for food preparation or washing wiping cloths.OUTSIDE SINK.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. FISH SMELL IN OUTSIDE BUILDING , BUT NO FISH IN BUILDING .
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. OUTSIDE BUILDING .
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.OUTSIDE TRIPLE SINK.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.OUTSIDE .
  • Critical. Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. OUTSIDE PREP BUILDING HAS NO HWS.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.WASTE BASKET SETTING IN FRONT OF SINK. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.OUTSIDE BUILDING .
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.OUTSIDE BUILDING .
  • Light not functioning.OUTSIDE BUILDING .
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.OUTSIDE BUILDING .
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Hood suppression system tag out-of-date. (10/07) For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. RUNS THROUGH CEILING IN OUTSIDE RESTROOM . For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed LP-gas cylinder with greater than one pound LP-gas capacity inside a building. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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. Pro
11/10/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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