ARGO RESTAURANT

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization in triple sink until dishmachine is repaired. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-06-03: Dish machine not operating. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-06-11: Per operator, machine is still awaiting repair. Operator stated parts will arrive in 10 days. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No thermometer or thermometer label provided. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-06-03: No measuring device. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-06-11: Time Extended

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used personal phone and proceeded to reached out for a clean container with cooked foods without first washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands properly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of Raw Beef stored above container of raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled. Clean during installation. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at entrance of kitchen. Manager replaced. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Bowl used to dispense flour. Manager removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of flour and crushed walnuts removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked lamb chops in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Basic - Bag of onion and case of eggplants stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employees wear hairnets during inspection and failed to washed hands to initiate task working with food. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employees removed gloves and washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened gallon of milk with expiation date of 08-15-23 not date mark in Avantco double door reach in. See stop sale

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened gallon of milk with expiation date of 08-15-23 not date mark in Avantco double door reach in. See stop sale

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink entrance of kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled spray bottles of vinegar, bleach and glass cleaner. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle stored in container of of corn flour on rack in kitchen. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Case of bell peppers stored on floor in walk in cooler. Case of oil stored on floor front of walk in freezer. Manager elevated. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees wear hairnets during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of corn flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled corn flour container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw chicken stored above container of cooked soup in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle in container of flour and rice on shelf by kitchen exit. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour and rice not labeled. Chef labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed hands without soap. Reviewed proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands properly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored in same container as raw beef in flip top by stoves. Chef separated during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Bag of sugar stored on floor in storage area by office. Chef elevated during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in container of ground walnuts. Chef removed.. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in walk in freezer

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Small hens stored in standing water by 3 compartment sinks. Manager placed under running water. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw fish inside walk in cooler. Raw chicken over raw beef inside avantco reach in freezer in storage area. Operator moved foods and stored correctly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator prepping raw meat inside hand wash sink in cook line. Told operator hand washing sink is for hand washing only. Operator cleaned sink and moved to prep station. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked peppers inside walk in cooler. Operator date marked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of empanadas inside walk in freezer. Case of oil in storage area. Cases of vegetables inside walk in cooler, operator elevated * corrected on site* Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine in kitchen. Operator moved to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Walk in freezer not maintained clean and organized.

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Plans submitted for review. Plan Reviewer Breanna O Neal is currently working on plans. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling light fixture soiled in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-07: Observed same Time Extended