Tampa, Hillsborough County

EL DIAMANTE RESTAURANT

4422 N HUBERT AVE, Tampa, FL 33614

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
1 High Priority
Apr 29, 2026
City
Tampa
County
Hillsborough
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
24

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 29, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 4

08A-05-6

Detail 24545701

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice in white refrigerator, employee moved raw meat to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 24545703

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Erik A. Expired 01/31/2025 Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24545702

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle in hand sink, employee removed spray bottle from sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

38-04-4

Detail 24545700

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Warning

Dec 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

29-42-4

Detail 24271524

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Located at back exterior of building, adjacent to dish room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Located at back exterior of building, adjacent to dish room. Admin Complaint

51-16-7

Detail 24271525

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Reach in freezer added next to Walk in cooler. No plans available under license. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: No updated plans submitted to plan review. Admin Complaint

36-32-5

Detail 24271526

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located on front line cook adjacent to fan extractor. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 24271523

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Located adjacent to Walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Time Extended

Oct 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 12

01B-02-5

Detail 24143324

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Horchata 45F at 11:20am stored inside Walk in cooler overnight. Cooked beans 47F at 11:20am cooked and stored inside Walk in cooler since Tuesday 10/21. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24143323

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Horchata 45F at 11:20am stored inside Walk in cooler overnight. Cooked beans 47F at 11:20am cooked and stored inside Walk in cooler since Tuesday 10/21. Repeat Violation Warning

29-42-4

Detail 24143322

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Located at back exterior of building, adjacent to dish room. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24143332

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee handwash sink at service counter used for storing cleaning brush, chemical spray bottles, and wiping cloth. Warning

51-16-7

Detail 24143329

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Reach in freezer added next to Walk in cooler. No plans available under license. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 24143328

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 chemical spray bottles located at Employee handwash sink at front service counter. Repeat Violation Warning

27-16-4

Detail 24143330

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Located in both male and female bathroom. Employee turned on hot water during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-32-5

Detail 24143327

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located on front line cook adjacent to fan extractor. Repeat Violation Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 24143331

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee stored bottled water on top of prep table and cutting table on front line cook. Discussed with employee. Employee removed water bottle. Cleaned and sanitized prep table and cutting board during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

12B-01-4

Detail 24143326

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drinking from a bottled water on front line cook. Discussed with employee. Warning

36-11-4

Detail 24143321

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Located adjacent to Walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24143325

Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of limes stored on floor in Walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

Jul 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-32-5

Detail 23919564

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 23919562

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 23919563
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

Jun 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 4

53A-03-7

Detail 23829976

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired on 1/31/2025 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 23829978

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 23829977

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 23829979

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 23829980
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Time Extended

Jun 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 6Basic: 5Total: 19

09-01-4

Detail 23826124

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. Observed employee cut limes with bare hands and no gloves for customers drinks. Discussed with operator. Employee wore gloves during time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

01B-07-4

Detail 23826115

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 1 bag of moldy shredded mozzarella in kitchen Reach in cooler. Warning

14-86-1

Detail 23826113

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels in storage box with cilantro in Walk in cooler. Warning

41-05-4

Detail 23826114

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Located on shelf in dry storage room over soda. Operator removed pesticide during time of inspection. Warning

08A-02-6

Detail 23826123

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over cooked and uncooked meats in reach in chest freezer. Raw chicken and raw beef stored over cooked chicken and pork in kitchen Reach in cooler. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23826122

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked pulled chicken 44F at 12:08pm, raw chicken 46F at 12:08pm, pulled chicken 44F at 12:09pm, sour cream 47F at 12:10pm. All items stored overnight. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23826119

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pulled chicken 44F at 12:08pm, raw chicken 46F at 12:08pm, pulled chicken 44F at 12:09pm, sour cream 47F at 12:10pm Warning

41-25-4

Detail 23826129

High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Roach powder on floor in dry storage shelves. Operator cleaned up powder during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 23826125

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired on 1/31/2025 Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23826128

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located inside women's restroom. Operator provided paper towels during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 23826118

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 23826112

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 23826127

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in kitchen Reach in cooler not date marked. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 23826121

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles located at three compartment sink. Warning

36-32-5

Detail 23826120

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 23826117

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Three open bottles of water on kitchen prep table. Employee relocated two bottles to an approved location during time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

36-11-4

Detail 23826126

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23826130

Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of food: potatoes, celery and other produce on floor of Walk in cooler. Boxes of canned soda stored on floor in dry storage room. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 23826116

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. Warning

45-04-4

Detail 23826131

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due.

Jul 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-32-5

Detail 23919480

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above fryer ceiling in disrepair Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 23919481

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk in cooler is made from wood. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: Time Extended

May 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

53B-01-5

Detail 23759734

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees no training. There is 1 certification on the wall but that employee is no longer working here. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 23759729

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning

36-32-5

Detail 23759733

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above fryer ceiling in disrepair Warning

36-11-4

Detail 23759730

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk in cooler is made from wood. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 23759731

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from the original container not labeled with common name. Warning

45-04-4

Detail 23759732

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryer on cook line not located under the FSS. Discussed with operator the possibility of moving the fryer to be located under the FSS. There appears to be enough space.

Dec 30, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 8Total: 14

08A-05-6

Detail 23445369

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over Ready to eat queso in Reach in cooler. Raw chicken and raw shell eggs stored over lime in Walk in cooler. Operator relocated all raw chicken and shell eggs during time of inspection . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23445361

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal bowl inside Employee handwash sink in back kitchen. Employee removed metal bowl during time of inspection.

16-37-1

Detail 23445364

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.

31B-02-4

Detail 23445359

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at Employee handwash sink at front counter and back kitchen. Employee provided paper towels to Employee handwash sinks during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

02C-02-5

Detail 23445358

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking for refried beans, milk in Walk in cooler. No date marking for cooked chicken, cooked pork in Reach in cooler.

41-17-4

Detail 23445363

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Located on Employee handwash sink at front counter. Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 23445362

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single service sauce container used as scoop in feta cheese container and salsa containers in Reach in cooler. Bowl used as scoop in bean container. Operator removed items during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

50-09-4

Detail 23445370

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 23445365

Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of lime, unwashed lettuce and other produce stored on floor of Walk in cooler. Operator relocated all items off floor during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-42-4

Detail 23445367

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23445360

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Chest freezer at front counter.

10-01-5

Detail 23445366

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching corn flour in corn flour bin. Operator removed handle from produce during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23445368

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of Walk in cooler door rusted.

36-27-5

Detail 23445371

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Soiled wall next to fryers. Repeat Violation

Oct 30, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

11-27-4

Detail 23318754

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23318750

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23318753

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Some floor boards missing in dining area next to pool table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

14-42-4

Detail 23318749

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Located inside kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 23318752

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Choking poster provided to operator from previous inspection. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

35B-09-4

Detail 23318751

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen missing on door to back kitchen exit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23318748

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen wall soiled next to deep fryer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Time Extended

Oct 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

35A-05-4

Detail 23317769

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches with egg casings on kitchen prep table next to Employee handwash sink. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 2 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath Reach in cooler. 1 live roach on floor of dish pit adjacent to three compartment sink. 1 live roach on window sill beneath air conditioner in dish pit. 1 live roach on Reach in cooler gasket. 1 live roach in dry storage room on top of chair. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 1 live roach inside gasket of Frigidaire brand Reach in cooler. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

11-27-4

Detail 23317770

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23317773

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23317774

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Some floor boards missing in dining area next to pool table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

14-42-4

Detail 23317772

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Located inside kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 23317767

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Choking poster provided to operator from previous inspection. Time Extended

35B-09-4

Detail 23317768

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen missing on door to back kitchen exit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23317771

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen wall soiled next to deep fryer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

Oct 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 14

14-31-5

Detail 23317016

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked rice stored in shopping bag located inside microwave. Operator removed rice into an approved container during time of inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Shopping bags used to store tortillas in Reach in cooler. Time Extended

35A-05-4

Detail 23317019

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches with egg casings on kitchen prep table next to Employee handwash sink. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 2 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath Reach in cooler. 1 live roach on floor of dish pit adjacent to three compartment sink. 1 live roach on window sill beneath air conditioner in dish pit. 1 live roach on Reach in cooler gasket. 1 live roach in dry storage room on top of chair. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

35A-23-4

Detail 23317022

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach casing on kitchen floor next to Reach in cooler. Operator removed some egg casings, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 1 roach egg casing inside griddle in kitchen area. 1 roach egg casing on top of light switch box adjacent to Reach in cooler. 2 egg casing on floor beneath Reach in cooler. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

35A-04-4

Detail 23317014

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 2 rodent droppings on floor of back storage room. Observed 1 rodent dropping on kitchen floor behind chest freezer. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 1 rodent dropping found on top of grease trap next to three compartment sink. 1 rodent dropping found on shelf beneath air conditioner in dish pit. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 23317015

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

31B-02-4

Detail 23317009

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Employee handwash sink behind front counter in dining area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 23317021

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 23317018

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside kitchen stovetop burner. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath Reach in cooler. 8 dead roaches inside air conditioning vent over dry storage shelf, adjacent to Walk in cooler. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

36-17-5

Detail 23317010

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Some floor boards missing in dining area next to pool table. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23317020

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall located in dish pit room, next to wall air conditioner. Hole in wall in dry storage area, next to air conditioner. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

14-42-4

Detail 23317012

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Located inside kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

51-13-4

Detail 23317011

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

35B-09-4

Detail 23317013

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen missing on door to back kitchen exit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23317017

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen wall soiled next to deep fryer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time Extended

Oct 28, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 5Basic: 11Total: 24

12A-07-5

Detail 23313440

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee did not wash hand before wearing gloves after drinking from a water bottle. Discussed with operator the importance of washing hands before wearing new gloves. Corrective Action Taken Warning

14-31-5

Detail 23313441

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked rice stored in shopping bag located inside microwave. Operator removed rice into an approved container during time of inspection. Warning

35A-09-4

Detail 23313443

High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live lizard on kitchen floor next to Reach in cooler. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 23313445

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over pork soup in Walk in cooler. Operator relocated eggs to an approved location during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 23313424

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches with egg casings on kitchen prep table next to Employee handwash sink. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-23-4

Detail 23313427

High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach casing on kitchen floor next to Reach in cooler. Operator removed some egg casings, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

35A-04-4

Detail 23313442

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 2 rodent droppings on floor of back storage room. Observed 1 rodent dropping on kitchen floor behind chest freezer. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23313437

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice 67F. Operator placed rice into Reach in freezer during time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

02C-03-5

Detail 23313434

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. Tomato juice on kitchen prep table not date marked. Operator voluntarily discarded juice. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 23313446

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23313438

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Employee handwash sink behind front counter in dining area. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 23313426

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Employee handwash sink behind front counter in dining area. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 23313444

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottles inside three compartment sink. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 23313431

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 23313432

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside kitchen stovetop burner. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

35A-20-4

Detail 23313429

Basic - Dead rodent present. 1 dead rodent in back storage room. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

12B-02-4

Detail 23313425

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking inside kitchen n Warning

36-17-5

Detail 23313447

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Some floor boards missing in dining area next to pool table. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23313433

Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of vegetables stored on floor of Walk in cooler. Operator relocated vegetables to an approved location during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-24-5

Detail 23313428

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall located in dish pit room, next to wall air conditioner. Hole in wall in dry storage area, next to air conditioner. Warning

14-42-4

Detail 23313439

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Located inside kitchen area. Warning

51-13-4

Detail 23313430

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning

35B-09-4

Detail 23313436

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen missing on door to back kitchen exit. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 23313435

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen wall soiled next to deep fryer. Warning

Jan 11, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 4Total: 4

11-27-4

Detail 22557197

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 22557196

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 22557198

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for 2 employees. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: Missing for two employees Time Extended

27-16-4

Detail 22557195

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.Hand washing sink at bar area. Tested at 65 f Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: Same temperature Time Extended

Jan 8, 2024

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 5Basic: 2Total: 13

03D-01-5

Detail 22548667

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cook beef 76 f cooked overnight did not cool from 135f to 70f within 2 hours. No temperatures taken 40 lbs of cooked beef. Warning

09-01-4

Detail 22548676

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. Employee cutting greens not to be heated. Discussed with operator the importance of wearing gloves. Warning

22-48-5

Detail 22548669

High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Using a non food contact surfaces sanitizer. Employee went to store to buy correct sanitizer. Observed correct sanitizer Admin Complaint

35A-04-4

Detail 22548666

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 10 rodent droppings on top shelf connected to wall by walk in cooler. Employee removed rodent droppings and sanitized area. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22548668

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cook chicken 48 f 1 lbs raw beef 49 f 1 lbs raw pork 49 f 2 lbs held in reach in cooler overnight no temperatures taken bottom of reach in cooler temp ambient 50 f Walk in cooler Cook beef 76 f cooked overnight did not cool from 135f to 70f within 2 hours. No temperatures taken 40 lbs of cooked beef. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22548675

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler main cooler.Cook chicken 48 f 1 lbs raw beef 49 f 1 lbs raw pork 49 f 2 lbs held in reach in cooler overnight no temperatures taken bottom of reach in cooler temp ambient 50 f. Cold holding cook beef 45 f 2nd temp moved to reach in working cooler Walk in cooler Cook beef 76 f cooked overnight did not cool from 135f to 70f within 2 hours. No temperatures taken 40 lbs of cooked beef. Repeat Violation Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22548670

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 22548672

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 22548671

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cooks line employee restocked. Corrected On-Site Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 22548678

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for 2 employees. Repeat Violation

27-16-4

Detail 22548674

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.Hand washing sink at bar area. Tested at 65 f Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 22548677

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on the soap dispenser. Employee removed and sanitized area. 5 dead roaches on floor behind walk in cooler. Employee removed and sanitized area . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

12B-02-4

Detail 22548673

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drinking canned drink on Warning

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate: 2Total: 2

11-27-4

Detail 22283759

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: Time Extended

53B-14-5

Detail 22283758

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 2 employees missing. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: still observed Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: still observed Time Extended

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 4

35A-05-4

Detail 22281150

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 15 live roaches on wall of kitchen by oven. 1 live roach running under reach in cooler. 3 live in crack of wall by. Kitchen under hand washing sink pipe on cooks line. 2 live roaches in the crack of the cove mold wall by hand washing sink. 4 live roaches behind reach in freezer on cooks line. 3 live roaches on wall bay microwave and steam table 1 live roach under grill on cooks line. 8 live roaches underneath the dry storage shelf next to bed room. 11 live roaches inside gaskets of walk in cooler. 1 live roach under the reach in freezer on register front line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: 1 live roach in gasket of walk in cooler 1 live roach under table by walk in cooler. 1 live roach in front walk way of kitchen entrance. Time Extended

11-27-4

Detail 22281153

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: Time Extended

53B-14-5

Detail 22281151

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 2 employees missing. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: still observed Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 22281152

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under reach in cooler 1 dead roach under hand washing sink. 10 dead roach on floor by walk in cooler. 4 dead roaches on floor by register area and Hand washing sink. 1 dead roach in dining room. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-13: 2 dead roaches behind the walk in cooler. 1 dead roach stuck to wall by dry storage 1 dead roach in bar area. Time Extended

Sep 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 6Basic: 1Total: 11

12A-29-4

Detail 22274925

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. Cook touched phone and put gloves on and began working with food

35A-05-4

Detail 22274928

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 15 live roaches on wall of kitchen by oven. 1 live roach running under reach in cooler. 3 live in crack of wall by. Kitchen under hand washing sink pipe on cooks line. 2 live roaches in the crack of the cove mold wall by hand washing sink. 4 live roaches behind reach in freezer on cooks line. 3 live roaches on wall bay microwave and steam table 1 live roach under grill on cooks line. 8 live roaches underneath the dry storage shelf next to bed room. 11 live roaches inside gaskets of walk in cooler. 1 live roach under the reach in freezer on register front line.

01B-02-5

Detail 22274927

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. See stop sale Cold holding: reach in cooler shrimp 48 f cook beef 48 f cut tomatoes 48 f ambient air temperature 47 f reach in cooler across from cooks line. Held over night Walk in cooler ambient temperature 48 f Cold holding: vegetable broth 47 f rice cook 46 f fish 47 f held in walk in cooler overnight see stop sale. No temperatures taken.

03A-02-5

Detail 22274924

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale Cold holding: reach in cooler shrimp 48 f cook beef 48 f cut tomatoes 48 f ambient air temperature 47 f reach in cooler across from cooks line. Held over night

11-27-4

Detail 22274926

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

31A-11-4

Detail 22274929

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Drink bottles stored in sink at register.

11-26-1

Detail 22274923

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

02C-02-5

Detail 22274919

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook rice cook vegetables broth cook pork not dated walk in cooler Repeat Violation

53B-14-5

Detail 22274922

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. 2 employees missing. Repeat Violation

43-08-4

Detail 22274921

Intermediate - Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed child in the kitchen.

35A-03-4

Detail 22274920

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under reach in cooler 1 dead roach under hand washing sink. 10 dead roach on floor by walk in cooler. 4 dead roaches on floor by register area and Hand washing sink. 1 dead roach in dining room.

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 7Basic: 2Total: 12

22-48-5

Detail 21923737

High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Not food contact surfaces sanitizer operator went to store to buy correct sanitizer. observed correct sanitizer. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 21923739

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over ready to eat meat operator removed to proper storage. raw chicken in walk in cooler over ready to eat beans operator removed to proper storage Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

03A-02-5

Detail 21923734

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef 47 f cook beef 47 f operator placed in freezer reach in cooler on cooks line operator placed in freezer 2nd temp both to 43 f Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 21923738

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.provided by email Corrective Action Taken

31A-12-4

Detail 21923740

Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees. Not running hot or cold water. At time off inspection at front counter.

31B-02-4

Detail 21923732

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink.

11-26-1

Detail 21923729

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided by email Corrective Action Taken

53B-13-5

Detail 21923735

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for two employees

02C-02-5

Detail 21923736

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef cooked chicken multiple items in walk in cooler not dated. Repeat Violation

27-16-4

Detail 21923730

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front tested 70 f Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 21923733

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. For flour bin and a bean soup in the walk in cooler.

12B-07-4

Detail 21923731

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee Employee drink on prep table

Oct 10, 2022

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 1Total: 8

22-48-5

Detail 21451010

High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Chlorine not for food contact surfaces. Operator went to store to buy correct sanitizer. Operator bought correct sanitizer Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 21451009

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over ready to eat beer and sauce. I'm reach in cooler fridge. Operator moved to proper storage. Raw fish and raw pork over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

02C-01-5

Detail 21451014

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Date mark eggplant in reach in cooler. Cooked rice sea food broth in walk in cooler.

03A-02-5

Detail 21451011

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook beans 44 f operator placed in freezer 2nd temp 43 f Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 21451008

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink by payout service line.

53B-13-5

Detail 21451012

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for 1 employee.

27-16-4

Detail 21451013

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink by service bar no running hot water.

50-09-4

Detail 21451007

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

May 19, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Total: 3

01B-02-5

Detail 21094532

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed menudo (53F - Cooling) made Saturday. The food is in a covered stock pot and more than 6 inches deep. The air thermometer in the refrigerator indicates 50F. A stop sale was issued for the 3-4 gallons of menudo. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-18: Cooked Stew at 54F, cooked beef at 56F, raw beef 51f, raw fish 53F, cooked beans 51F, menudo 52F, beef and potatoes stew 51F, Milk 51F Admin Complaint

03A-02-5

Detail 21094534

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef stew (54F - Cold Holding) in the domestic refrigerator and beef stew (46F - cold holding); menudo (46F - cold holding); steak (46F - Cold Holding); in the walk-in refrigerator. Items were moved to a freezer to cool down until a refrigerator repair can be made. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-18: Walk in cooler Cooked Stew at 54F, cooked beef at 56F, raw beef 51f, raw fish 53F, cooked beans 51F, menudo 52F, beef and potatoes stew 51F, Milk 51F , ambient air 55F and condenser iced over Admin Complaint

02B-04-5

Detail 21094533

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed operator to indicate the tilapia for ceviche is cooked with lime and not heat. There is no indication on the menu that the ceviche contains raw fish. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-18: Observed operator to indicate the tilapia for ceviche is cooked with lime and not heat. There is no indication on the menu that the ceviche contains raw fish. Time Extended

May 16, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 4Basic: 1Total: 11

03D-01-5

Detail 21087156

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed menudo (53F - Cooling) made Saturday. The food is in a covered stock pot and more than 6 inches deep. The air thermometer in the refrigerator indicates 50F. A stop sale was issued for the 3-4 gallons of menudo.

50-17-2

Detail 21087165

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the posted license issued 1/29/2020 and expired 2/1/2021 operator renewed the license during the inspection Admin Complaint

08A-20-5

Detail 21087159

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak, raw beef, and raw pork in a bowl together thawing. The manager separated the items into different containers. Corrective Action Taken

01B-02-5

Detail 21087160

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed menudo (53F - Cooling) made Saturday. The food is in a covered stock pot and more than 6 inches deep. The air thermometer in the refrigerator indicates 50F. A stop sale was issued for the 3-4 gallons of menudo. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 21087155

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef stew (54F - Cold Holding) in the domestic refrigerator and beef stew (46F - cold holding); menudo (46F - cold holding); steak (46F - Cold Holding); in the walk-in refrigerator. Items were moved to a freezer to cool down until a refrigerator repair can be made. Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 21087162

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a can of raid on the counter next to hot sauces. The counter is beside the hand washing sink. An employee moved the raid to storage. Corrected On-Site

03D-15-4

Detail 21087163

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.observed menudo in a pot, covered and more than 6 inches deep, made on Saturday. Described and discussed proper cooling procedure with the manager. A stop sale was issued for the menudo.

02B-04-5

Detail 21087161

Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed operator to indicate the tilapia for ceviche is cooked with lime and not heat. There is no indication on the menu that the ceviche contains raw fish.

31B-02-4

Detail 21087157

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towel dispenser empty at the hand washing sink. Workers indicate that there are not any paper towels in the facility. A stack of napkins was requested to be placed at the hand washing sink u til hand drying paper towels can be provided. Corrected On-Site

02B-02-5

Detail 21087164

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. A consumer advisory is not present on the menu and is not posted in the restaurant. Both the English and Spanish versions of the consumer advisory were emailed and printed for the manager. Corrected On-Site

33-16-4

Detail 21087158

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed both dumpster lids open and garbage is present in the container.

Sep 29, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 6Basic: 7Total: 16

08A-13-5

Detail 20548634

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw Shrimp stored over ready to eat onions on reach in cooler on cooks line. Observed employee move raw shrimp to the front of the reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

02C-01-5

Detail 20548642

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Cooked rice beef stew chili soup and vegetable stock not date marked in walk in cooler. Observed employee label all food items during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 20548635

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray battle of cleaner on prep table by three compartment sink. Observed employee remove from prep table during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 20548633

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, substance. Observed soiled bottom reach in freezer shelf by three compartment sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 20548646

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by service area. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 20548643

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink by service area. Repeat Violation

02B-02-5

Detail 20548640

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector printed out consumer advisory for operator. Operator stated that most eggs orders are fully cooked unless a customer Specifies otherwise. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 20548641

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed employee label chemical bottle as degreaser. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 20548636

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink by sever station.

36-37-5

Detail 20548648

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in front of walk in cooler and across from hood system on cooks line.

50-09-4

Detail 20548647

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy available expired 2-1-2021. Repeat Violation

14-11-4

Detail 20548637

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler by cooks line.

36-73-4

Detail 20548644

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease on floor under water heater by three compartment sink. Observed broken tile under water heater by three compartment sink.

14-69-4

Detail 20548638

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by back door and three compartment sink.

43-01-4

Detail 20548639

Basic - Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Living room door open. Observed employee close door. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 20548645

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bin of floor not labeled in dry storage. Observed employee label flour bin during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site