Vetture Pizzeria, 36137 East Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: VETTURE PIZZERIA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 36137 East Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34685-3142
License #: 6213410
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 10/01/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Flour **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Raw chicken, pizza sauce
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Microwave door in disrepair
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of tomatoes in dry storage **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Under microwave
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar, flour **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooks line
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cooks line **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cooks line **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Bleach stored next to box of whole tomatoes **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. At bar
  • 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.
10/01/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Throughout kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water bottle, oil bottle, bulk items **Warning**
07/16/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Mixer room **Warning**
  • Basic - Designated employee drinking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Throughout kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Pizza peel stored on floor between uses. **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Pizza make table **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water bottle, oil bottle, bulk items **Warning**
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged. Chicken over beef 1 door freezer **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thawing calamari **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-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. Pasta cool **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all 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. Front **Warning**
5/15/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cheese bucket
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Cookline
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes on cookline
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer. Various food
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Lettuce
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour, cookline
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Raw shrimp over sauce in reach in poker near back walk in cooler
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Soup table
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. Bar
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk, bar
8/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to water heater
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottle water, bar
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Across from stove
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. End of cookline
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Bar
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Deli meat
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in walk in cooler
4/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. water heater room
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. dishmachine
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. food containers near dishmachine
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic cups next to dishmachine
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. near cookline
  • Non-prewrapped utensils not properly presented. spoons at bar
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. throughout
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. pots of sauce in walk in cooler
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler next to fryers
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter, 83F, wait counter Corrected On Site. thown out
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw chicken over raw beef in reach in freezer near slicer
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. paper plates, front counter
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. small to go cartons not inverted cookline
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. flour near stove
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. parmesan cheese in dry storage area
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. pots of sauce in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. seafood in reach in freezer
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. dishmachine area
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. lasagna in reach in in cooler next to fryers
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour, near stove
10/1/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. near water heater Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic cups at bar
  • Critical - Observed food employee touch bare body part then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. scratched head, cook
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. eggs in walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. chicken
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. deli meat in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw chicken on sauce in walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. paper plates not inverted Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ach in cooler across from stove
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. three compartment sink
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
12/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. lemons at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. cups at bar
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. deli meat in reach in cooler
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. to go cartons not inverted Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. walk in cooler
9/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit...coolers at saute station.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine...backsplash panel--bar area
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable...at saute station
  • Observed duct tape on chest freezer lid in saute station
  • Observed duct tape on tape dispenser at saute station
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floor by pizzaline--under shelves near wall
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor...walkin cooler by pizzaline--case of eggs
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue...beerkeg cooler at bar
  • Observed wall in disrepair...coving tiles bu slicer near mopsink area
3/31/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name...below bags of flour Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor...bag of biscuits in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength...0ppm..serviceman called
  • Observed build-up of food/dirt debris--top of pizza ovens
  • Observed build-up of food debris--side of microwave by pizza oven
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on dishmachine area shelves
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable...walkin cooler by back door
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor....behind pizza ovens
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair....peeling tiles above walkin cooler by back door
11/5/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in walkin cooler---sliced mushrooms
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material in mixer not being used.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue...pizza cooler--flour buildup.
  • Observed build-up of food debris/dirt---top of bottom oven.
  • Observed build-up of food debris----shelf under pizza slices.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment...spatula stored in between tables. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils stored in unprotected area---tongs hung on sides of shelves Corrected On Site.
8/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.{stuffed pizza and pasteries in front reachin 44-47 degrees]
  • Critical. Violation: 04-01-1 Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.[pastery and cold pizza reachin by front door 44-47 degrees]
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.[in back walkin ]
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.[reuse of single use containers ricotta container for bread crumbs ]
  • Violation: 25-06-1 Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.[keep covered or inverted] Corrected On Site.
6/25/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.[67 degrees garlic in oil]
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.{stuffed pizza and pasteries in front reachin 44-47 degrees]
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.[pastery and cold pizza reachin by front door 44-47 degrees]
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.[front reachin by door]
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.[food stored in soiled containers]
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.[in back walkin ]
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.[mushroom, shredded cheese, pork in walkin cooler ]
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.[pot of sauce, under table next to trash can] Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop stored on sodaa drain bar area]
  • Critical. Observed evidence of employee smoking in food preparation or other non-designated area.[ashes and burn marks by fire tag]
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[pizza reachin ]
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.[reuse of single use containers ricotta container for bread crumbs ]
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.[inside doors and top]
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.[muust sanitize dishes in 3 compartment sink till fixed]
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.[on cookline ]
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.[coffin style freezer]
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[bottom shelf of table by stove]
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.[pastery reachin ]
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.[keg cooler extreamly soiled]
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.[in bar area]
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.[keep covered or inverted] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 6/23/10.
  • Critical. No proof ocurrent 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. all expired Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 6/23/10.
4/13/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.ooil and gsrlic must ny held ablve 135 or below 41degrees
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.soup warmer was turned off by maintenance
  • Critical. Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.salt in storage area
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.uncovered eggplant being pressed by oil in unsanitary boxes
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.in bulk flour
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.out front
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.by stove
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.desserts cooler
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.keg cooler
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.mold like substance
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.around 3 compartment sink
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.in dough room
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.to go boxes need to be kept inverted
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.at bar
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.sink by door to dining room
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in wall.bottom of wall by door leading to dining room
  • Observed hole in wall.throughout
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.behind grill
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust.above pizza oven
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.in kitchen
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.in bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No proof of current 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. expired 6/1/09
9/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/21/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/13/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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