BANDEJA PAISA RESTAURANT

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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Warning

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings on floor under shelves with dry goods and beverages at dry storage. Warning

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washed hands with gloves on. Discussed with operator. Operator took off gloves, wash hands and put on new gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (50F - Cold Holding); beans (59F - Cold Holding); root veggies (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Warning

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to chest freezer at kitchen. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on Walk in Freezer floor. Warning

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on prep table across triple sink. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed across cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning

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/. Observed mop sink was removed to add walk in freezer at kitchen. Verified on OnBase and plans were not submitted to plan review previous to renovations. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: 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/. Observed mop sink was removed to add walk in freezer at kitchen. Verified on OnBase and plans were not submitted to plan review previous to renovations. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: Observed Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken soup (60F - Cooling); beef soup (75F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per employee for more than 6 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw mahi and raw beef stored over cooked rice inside walk in freezer. Employee properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken soup (60F - Cooling); beef soup (75F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per employee for more than 6 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning

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/. Observed mop sink was removed to add walk in freezer at kitchen. Verified on OnBase and plans were not submitted to plan review previous to renovations. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside onions container in reach in cooler across cook line. Warning

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn next to cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop from the ice. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 120F on grill. Employee turned on grill for reheat. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled across cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container without label at front counter. Warning

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed coughs drops stored on shelve over preparation area. Employee discarded the items. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Observed bean stew (59F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler, as per employee from the previous day. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs next to chives inside reach in cooler next to grill. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 mani mahi units thawed inside package stored inside walk in cooler. Employee discarded the food items. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bean stew (59F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per employee from the previous day. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); cooked congris (68F - Cold Holding) inside preparation reach in cooler at cook line. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (90F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (94F - Hot Holding); sweet plantains (90F - Hot Holding) at steam table. Employee replaced the items on the grill for reheating. Employee discarded voluntarily. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hose hanging from hand wash sink faucet next to cooke line. Employee removed the hose. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not properly labeled at were washing area. Warning

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cups at front counter not properly stored.

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 3 mani mahi units thawed inside package stored inside walk in cooler. Employee discarded the food products. Warning

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Employee provided the newest license. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and glasses stored on shelves over reach in preparation cooler. Employee removed the items. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in freezer handle broken across walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. 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 scoop with handle inside salt container in contact with product. Employee replaced handle upwards. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers next to cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed colombian empanadas not covered stored inside white chest freezer. Also observed spices on shelve under preparation table. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at were washing area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing vinegar, oil, wine not properly labeled at kitchen. Employee labeled the bottles. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork in shelves inside walk-in cooler, employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding); raw steak (54F - Cold Holding); raw pork (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding)as per employee less than 4 hours. Employee moved all items to the walk-in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

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 form during inspection. Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled yellow cutting board, also soiled food containers in kitchen area. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking kitchen hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. Warning

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 form during inspection. Warning

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves in 2 door cooler next to stove. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked, as per Manager over 24 hours. 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 trainees for Jeisson Sanchez expired on 01/22/2023. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in beans container. Warning

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all unit in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed scoop stored on top of the ice machine. Warning

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed spatula stored next to flat grill in dirty shelving. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris under flat grill. Also soiled gaskets in both reaching coolers. Warning

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink in cooler in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed at the front counter, employee discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in 2 units in line cook. Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork,beef soup and chicken soup not covered inside walk-in cooler. Also salt and seasoning containers under preparation table. Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in 3 compartment sink wall, also soiled wall next to chest freezer in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); employee diluted solution during inspection. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. As per chef items prepared from day before, black beans from day before (52°F - Cold Holding); chicken soup from day before (54°F - Cold Holding); beef soup from day before (53°F - Cold Holding).

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed temperature inside walk in cooler, black beans from day before (52°F - Cold Holding); chicken soup from day before (54°F - Cold Holding); beef soup from day before (53°F - Cold Holding).

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed inside the walk in cooler, black beans from day before (52°F - Cold Holding); chicken soup from day before (54°F - Cold Holding); beef soup from day before (53°F - Cold Holding), items were stored in the same pot where cooked. Intruceted operator on proper cooling methods.

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu offers undercooked eggs on bandeja paisa, eggs are serving sunny side up.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler, cooked black beans, chicken soup, beef soup. As per operator items cooked from the day before.

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under kitchen equipments.

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.