The Curry Pot, 1950 Thomasville Rd Unit G, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE CURRY POT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1950 Thomasville Rd Unit G, Tallahassee, FL 32303-5262
License #: 4701376
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 08/28/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Observed on right side of tandoori oven.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Observed the following foods at the buffet below 135°F: chicken 122°F, tandoori chicken 97° and cabbage and carrots 127°. Observed buffet service ends at 2:30pm.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine along the sides on the interior. Observed pink slime-like substance on ice guard within bottom door of ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.observed purple substance in unlabeled spray bottle over 3 compartment sink.
08/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Soiled pan holding ice scoop on top of ice machine.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Sugar scoop handle laying in product in large container near back door.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Multiple containers of fried vegetables.
  • High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Ant and roach spray bottle on top of dish machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Single unit make station, both. *Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Single unit make station.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking on any items in walk in cooler, meats, cooked vegetables, etc.
  • Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near back door.
2/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. Tub of chili peppers near cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near back door. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. At cook line.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. At cook line.
11/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
6/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove top.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of mold-like substance on dish rack.
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Prep table on line.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
2/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. SUGAR
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed food prepped in a prohibited area. CHICKEN IN HANDSINK
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. CUTTING BOARD
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. CLEANING CHICKEN
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions.RAID
8/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - GASKETS DIRTY ON UPRIGHT TRUE REACH-IN COOLER
  • LEAKY FAUCET AT HANDSINK BY COOKLINE NECESSITATES TURNING OFF WATER. NEEDS REPARIED SO WATER CAN REMAIN ON.
  • Critical - MICROWAVES DIRTY- INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
  • MISSING TWO HOOD FILTERS - INSTERSTATE FIRE BRINGING TODAY
  • Critical - NO HANDWASH SIGN AT HANDSINK IN DISH AREA
5/25/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours. PREP TABLE AT COOKS LINE
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. EGGS OVER LETTUCE Corrected On Site.
4/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. WASHING RICE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. SUGAR
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. PIPE SEAL ON TOP OF ICE MAKER
11/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/5/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 7-3-11.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. CUTTING BOARDS
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. CHEESE
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. LIGHTER FLUID
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
5/3/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/4/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 53B-08-1 No proof of required employee training provided. Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 12-12-10.
12/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue on storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored inverted.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Jacket on grinder. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No Certified Food Manager for establishment. Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 12-12-10.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 12-12-10.
10/12/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
  • Critical. Current license properly displayed
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
6/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
6/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees, in kitchen.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors; in kitchen.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Observed no child labor law poster.
  • Critical. No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • 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.
6/8/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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