Whale Harbor Inn, 83901 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, Vlg Of I, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

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Name: WHALE HARBOR INN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 83901 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, Vlg Of I, FL 33036
License #: 5400078
Total inspections: 8
Last inspection: 11/29/2010
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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.Cheese Corrected On Site.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.Kitchen Corrected On Site.
 11/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
 11/29/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.Towel in reach-in cooler.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.Garbage bags.
  • Observed hole in wall.Exhaust fan no cover ladies room
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.Stoves
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Prep room.
  • Light not functioning.Hood Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an electrical box not attached to wall. Ladies room. For reporting purposes only.
 07/19/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.Chicken Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.Oil containers by water heater.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Cooling stick. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.All over kitchen
  • Observed wall in disrepair.Drygoods storage
  • Light not functioning.Cooler
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.Tools kitchen prep area.
 2/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Shelfs in walkin
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.handwashing sink
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found one live by handwashing sink Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.missing tile, by dishroom
  • Ceiling tile missing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
 7/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/3/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/16/2008Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/21/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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