801 S UNIVERSITY DR BLDG A-102, Plantation, FL 33324
Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.
Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees glasses stored over the prep area at the front counter. Operator stored employees belongings properly. Corrected On-Site
Routine - Food
Call Back - Complied
Routine - Food
Warning Issued
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front handwashing sink with ice in it. Operator removed ice. Corrected On-Site Warning
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 4 employees food handlers licenses expired at time of inspection with expiration dates of 10/29/2025. Warning
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle from a scoop in contact with the pico de gallo in the walk in cooler. Operator removed scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the walk in cooler employees personal food items, held in a tray not identified as employees food, was above the food for the restaurant. Manager moved the tray to a lower level and marked it as employee food.
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal items, eyeglasses and phone, being held above the prep area in the kitchen. Manager moved the items to a different location away from food/prep area. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bottle of cooking oil in a spray bottle that was not labeled. Manager was informed at labeled the bottle as cooking oil. Corrected On-Site
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am see stop sale
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on fry station fish batter (61F - Cold Holding) out room temperature sitting in a container with melted ice. Operator placed in ice bath. Corrective Action Taken
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic bleach and water substance not labeled. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior left and right side. Repeat Violation
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of mix cinnamon a plastic soufflé cup with no handle used to dispense product. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Drawer handles below char grill.
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance inside mop sink. Repeat Violation
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed at front counter sanitizer bucket stored next to single serve cups. Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on exit door.
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed acc -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside mop sink.
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Observed sanitizer bucket stored on counter next to various food items. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Operator covered and removed container. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. -Observed a spatula with deep chipped. Operator discarded at will. Corrected On-Site
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no trash can with lid inside women's restroom in dining area.
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed refried beans (86-90F - Cooling) since 11:30am in walk-in cooler. Observed black beans (90-98F - Cooling) since 11:45am in walk-in cooler. Operator placed items in ice baths to quickly chill. Corrective Action Taken
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding)at front counter. Per operator less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (115F - Hot Holding) per operator less than four hours. Operator move rice to reheat to 165F Corrective Action Taken
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand washing sink next to fryer. Operator removed Corrected On-Site
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired December 1, 2022
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf with aluminum to go containers and single serve plates. Operator removed Corrected On-Site
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in salt container the handle in contact with salt. Operator removed Corrected On-Site
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed mop sink facet with splitter.
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spay bottle with degreaser. Operator labeled Corrected On-Site
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Oven door on cook line does not close.
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed and washed and sanitized. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed. Corrected On-Site
Complaint Full
Call Back - Complied
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in shelves with surface rust in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-20: Time Extended
Complaint Full
Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee leave restroom, proceeded to wash hands and used cold water and use hands to turn off cold water valve with mold like substance at hand washing sink. Warning
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 or more live flies on wall in aisle way leading to prep area and cook line. Observed 10-20 live flies flying around dry storage area, prep sink area, drains and 3 compartment sink area all located in the back area close to back exit door. Operator started cleaning and sanitizing area to eliminate flies. Warning
High Priority - Observed Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Warning
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed TCS foods held overnight in walk in cooler ranging from 44-46°F.. cotija cheese from overnight (48F); corn mix (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (45F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44-45F - Cold Holding); prepped queso dip (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken in cases (44F) Warning
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed TCS foods held overnight in walk in cooler ranging from 44-46°F.. cotija cheese from overnight (48F); corn mix (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (45F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44-45F - Cold Holding); prepped queso dip (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken in cases (44F) Warning
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stored on dirty racks on shelves next to 3 compartment sink. Observed clean sanitized utensils stored on shelves with mold like substance. Warning
Intermediate - Handwash sink located beside fryers soiled with mold like substance on nozzles and surrounding area. Warning
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in shelves with surface rust in walk in cooler. Warning
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles of taco drawers at cook line. Warning
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup on the ledge of sangria machine located at front counter. Warning
Basic - In-use tongs stored with food contact surface on soiled surface between uses. Warning
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed floors, baseboards of tiles and under equipment at front area and throughout 3 compartment sink area with grease, food debris and slime. Warning
Basic - Observed Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located in prep area. Warning
Basic - Observed Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Warning
Basic - Observed Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Warning
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Warning
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in reach in cooler located at cook line. Warning
Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter- Under grill drawers- raw- shrimp, steak, chicken, shrimp, mahi-mahi fillet 45-48. Operator advised to use ice or switch raw meats to a cooler that is able to maintain 41 degrees or below.
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Routine - Food
Call Back - Complied
Routine - Food
Warning Issued
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Cut tomato 47, retried beans 46, black bean corn salsa 47, prepped queso 48- dated 19/18/21. Warning
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Cut tomato 47, retried beans 46, black bean corn salsa 47, prepped queso 48- dated 19/18/21. Warning
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator dumping sanitizer solution in hand wash sink. Operator stopped dumping in hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Kitchen area. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser without label. Operator placed label on spray bottle. Corrected On-Site
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water in container at 55°F. Water was discarded. Corrected On-Site
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.