PLA-TU SUSHI THAI TAPAS

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed repair hand cream stored on dish rack above miso soup and sauces. Operator removed at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

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 above raw crab in reach in freezer next to ice bin. Operator fixed order during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles stored above single service items at kitchen entrance. Operator removed at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use kitchen hand sink to rinse off wiping cloth.

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food rack. Observed on dry dish rack. Repeat Violation

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 several food certificates expired; Jetarin, Pattanant and Patricio expired 01/06/26.

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

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside of flour in kitchen area used as scoop. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink stored above cooler next to cook line. Operator has cup removed at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on dry food rack in kitchen. Observed phone stored above cooler next to cook line. Operator had employees move items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soy on floor in kitchen. Operator placed them on counter. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored outside. Observed case of oil outside of restaurant in parking lot. Oil was brought inside. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple coolers with soiled gaskets.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in next to cook line.

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single service containers reused in kitchen for other items.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp in standing water in triple sink. Operator turned cold running water on. Corrective Action Taken

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

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed veggies wrapped in plastic bags. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed in warewash area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves soiled where dry food are stored and on dish racks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on rack; bowls not stored upside down. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees with watches and bracelets. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed Coconut soup no cover at reach in next to cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at reach in cooler across from cook line - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored between cook line prep cooler lids. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-03: At time of callback inspection still observed. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Time Extended

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 0ppm). Operator set up the three compartment sink to sanitize. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over gyozas at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the gyozas. Corrected On-Site

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 at reach in freezer. Operator moved the raw chicken to the bottom part of the. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Salmon (50 F - Cold Holding); Tuna (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the reach in freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup without handle inside of rice. Manager removed the plastic cup. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed an oil container stored on floor at dishwasher area. Operator relocated the container. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Three Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels stored at preparation tables. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels stored at preparation tables. Time Extended

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the front counter reach in cooler knifes and spoons stored in standing water. Water temperature 72F

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed the sauce squeeze bottles at the front line without name lable.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time stamp on the sushi rice. Per operator the rice was done less than three hours ago. Operator added the time stam Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter rice (96F - Hot Holding)

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed st the mop dink splitter, no vacuum breaker at the hose connection section Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter hand wash no paper towels. Paper towels were replenished. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored on the floor of the front counter.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored between the two front counter reach in coolers.

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 the scoop handle in the rice container touching the food.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per operator rice was cooked two hours ago

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter sushi rice (98°F - Hot Holding)

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at the mop sink splitter no vacuum breaker at the hose connection

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the front counter hand wash sink inaccessible. It has a sanitizing bucket and a spray bottle in it. Observed the dishwashing area hand wash sink inaccessible.it is full of dirty dishes. It is being used to clean pots and utensils. Operator will remove the spray hose from the hand wash sink and install it to the triple sink.

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator does not have the chlorine chemical test kit check the dishwasher Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter and dishwashing area hand wash sink no paper towels.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils at standing water. Water temperature 89° F Operator removed the water. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimps not properly separated from ready to eat shrimp dumplings. Advised, the operator removed the dumplings. Corrected On-Site

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

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On-Site