LA VIDA MISMA RESTAURANT & BAR

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 both dishwasher machines in kitchen and bar with 0 ppm; chlorine sanitizer. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooler across stove with ambient temp of 49F. The following TCS foods stored inside less than 4 hours: heavy cream (56F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F); Maduros (54F - Cold Holding). Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored above clean equipment dishes. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen. Warning

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. Warning

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile bulging at kitchen entrance. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. Warning

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to service window not working. As per operator; used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed cooler across stove with ambient temp of 49F. The following TCS foods stored inside less than 4 hours: heavy cream (56F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F); Maduros (54F - Cold Holding). Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed rice on floor in front of steam table. Operator removed from floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup in chest freezer. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not on site. Repeat Violation Warning

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

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on container on dry dish rack. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream with no cover in chest freezer. Warning

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine; 0 ppm. As per operator, only using triple sink as the sanitizer is being delivered today. Warning

High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed personal water bottle stored inside ice bin in kitchen; used for beverages. Warning

High Priority - Reduced oxygen packaged food label that exceeds 30 calendar days from packaging to consumption. Observed raw frozen chicken in walk in freezer with date mark of 04/29; 6 packages. Operator told chef to toss. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed personal water bottle stored inside ice bin in kitchen; used for beverages. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw frozen chicken in walk in freezer with date mark of 04/29; 6 packages. Operator told chef to toss. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in across fryers with ambient temperature if 53F. The following TCS foods stored inside: Across fryer: mozzarella cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cooling); butter (48F - Cold Holding); onion cooked (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food items have been there less than 4 hours and technician was already called in. Items were placed on ice. Observed reach in across stove with ambient temperature of 48F. The following TCS foods stored inside: Across stove: raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); fries (46F - Cold Holding). The following TCS foods stored inside: steak filets (45F - Cold Holding); chicken raw (45F - Cold Holding) . Operator has technician coming and food was brought to colder cooler. Operator already has technician coming and items are placed on ice. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dish racks are. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none at hand isn't in kitchen; operator provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled microwave handles and oven doors. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks not secure at bar. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in across fryers with ambient temperature if 53F. The following TCS foods stored inside: Across fryer: mozzarella cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cooling); butter (48F - Cold Holding); onion cooked (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food items have been there less than 4 hours and technician was already called in. Items were placed on ice. Observed reach in across stove with ambient temperature of 48F. The following TCS foods stored inside: Across stove: raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); fries (46F - Cold Holding). Operator already has technician coming and items are placed on ice. Observed under grill reach in cooler with 48F ambient temperature. The following TCS foods stored inside: steak filets (45F - Cold Holding); chicken raw (45F - Cold Holding) . Operator has technician coming and food was brought to colder cooler. Corrective Action Taken** Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cabs of clam juice on floor under dry food rack. Observed box of limes on floor of bar. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. Warning

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar; operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on grill handle. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not on site. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled at cook line, observed soiled top under grill. Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler; soiled shelves. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in cooler across cook line, observed in reach in at bar. Warning

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed through out establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour containers with no label; under oven. Warning

High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed packages of calamari vacuum sealed at cook line reach in coolers, not all packages open. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed packages of calamari vacuum sealed at cook line reach in coolers, not all packages open. Warning

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 expired for Herli Acuna expired 2/20/2023, Prometric. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand sink to fill water pitcher. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink. Employee provided. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink. Employee provided. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed no approved HAACP plan or process available for ROP of fish, meats and poultry heard more than 48 hours. Items are date and time marked but held longer than 48 hours with an approved HAACP. 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 expired for Jose Jimenez 1/2025. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at kitchen ice machine. Warning

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave door handle. Warning

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at bar area box of limes stored on floor. Observed at kitchen dry storage area, bag of bread crumbs stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler and freezer containers of raw chicken and beef stored in floor. Warning

Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed on floor at entrance of kitchen. Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer at front line of kitchen. Warning

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on stove handle. Warning

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front line prep area of kitchen. Warning

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves. Warning

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed stored under oven at cook line. Warning

High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed raw salmon and raw calamari in ROP not bearing a label. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken inside of vacuum packaging stored in the same container with raw beef at drawers reach in cooler. Operator separated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee manipulated raw beef and raw chicken with gloves and then touching clean dishes with the same gloves. Operator was instructed that when she changed tasks, the gloves need to be changed. Operator changed the gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat cheese (46 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator was outside while serving a plate. And chorizo (56 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than two hours. And Chimichurri with fresh garlic (73 F - Cold Holding) At preparation table front counter. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling and put the Chimichurri in ice bath for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate expired on 05-13-24. 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. Observed new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan vent at walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at preparation area. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed the establishment packaged raw beef and raw chicken using reduced oxygen packaging without a HACCP plan. Observed the HACCP plan was received by OPQ pending to be approved. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed calamari packaged in ROP not bearing a label .

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw beef stored over raw fish at walk-in freezer. Operator was informed the correct order to store products. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salmon inside of vacuum packaged bearing the label at reach in cooler. Temperature 47°F. Operator discarded the product. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawer cook line. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the raw beef to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with soap stored at preparation table bar area. Warning

Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ambient thermometer in drawer reach in cooler unit at 226°F. 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. Form was provided. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is packaging raw chicken, raw beef, calamari, cooked octopus, cooked quinoa and cooked ground beef in reduced oxygen package. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container inside of the hand wash sink preparation area. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed onion soup, chicken broth and risotto not properly date marked at walk in cooler, as per operator were made it three days ago. Warning

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water at hand wash sink shut down. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service container with no handle inside of salt container. The single service container was removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled at kitchen area. Warning

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 salmon inside of vacuum packaged bearing the label at reach in cooler. Temperature 47°F. Operator discarded the product. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at salad bar/buffet not properly protected. Observed spoon for desserts not properly protected at front counter. Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed very slow draining water in hand wash sink preparation area. Warning

Basic - Two Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed bar area. Warning

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet hand wash sink and from pipe under hand wash sink at preparation area. Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping on preparation table. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar and flour not identified by common names under oven. Warning

High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed cut lettuce in the reach in cooler by the stove contaminated by plastic containers stored over it. Operator discarded the lettuce. Containers were removed Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Warning

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cook go for a package of shrimps to the freezer, open the bag, and return to cut mushrooms without changing glove. Chef was advised, he cleaned his hands and changed the gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the kitchen reach in cooler shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator shrimps will be discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

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

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator the consumer advisory Warning

Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed vacuum packaged food is missing the date and time of production. Per operator they use the vacuum packaged food in less than 48 hours. Warning

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. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean aluminum containers not inverted or protected. Operator inverted the containers. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cutting boards grooved Warning

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored on the floor near the triple sink. Observed a box of lemons stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave soiled. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed octopus and beef thawed at room temperature. Warning

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed mashed potatoes (101F - Cooling) per operator less than two hours. Operator will reheat the mashed potatoes and restart the cooling process. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach in drawers of the grill ribeye (44F - Cold Holding); new york steak (46F) Per operator less than three and a half hours. Operator moved the meat into a reach on freezer to reduce the temperature rapidly. Observed in the reach in cooler of the kitchen near the grill reach in cooler; marinara sauce (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (33F - Cold Holding); octopus (54F - Cold Holding). Observed in the walk in cooler. provolone (48F - Cold Holding); soft mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding). Operator opened the freezer door to reduce the temperature of the unit rapidly. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed soiled wash cloth at the kitchen had wash sink. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bar area and kitchen hand wash sink . Warning

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored at the kitchen floor Warning

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Warning

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the gasket of the center reach in cooler soiled Warning

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of the stove reach in cooler soiled Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler near the grill. Warning