EL REY DE LAS FRITAS

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 10/25.

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of cleaning solution with no label near floor mixer. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as a scoop inside bin of seasoning in back storage area.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license from October 1, 2025 posted on wall.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sugar at coffee prep station with no label. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). During the inspection employee added more chlorine to the water Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe at handsink located next to 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-09: Time Extended

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed slice cheese (46F - Cold Holding) next to the flattop for less than 1 hour as per operator. Item was placed in the reach in cooler.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquettes (122F - Hot Holding); meat empanadas (98F - Hot Holding) in the front counter hot box for less than 1 hour as per operator. Operator turned up the heat in the unit. Corrective Action Taken

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 Analenys, Marjaorie, Beatriz and Dora with expired certificates on 12/2023.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed front counter reach in cooler gaskets torn.

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 handle touching ice inside bin. Operator removed handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wiping cloths stored on the counter. Operator placed inside bucket. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (64F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); cheese (59F - Cold Holding) in ice bath at front counter. As per employee, for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed product in to smaller containers and added ice to surrounding container. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected at remote storage room missing vacuum breaker.

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.

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at remote storage room.

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 handle touching ice inside bin. Employee rearranged scoop handle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed container of single service containers stored on floor at remote storage room.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with black substance near 3 compartment sink at remote storage room.

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Dulce de leche (58F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator cooked pork prepared on previous day and dulce de leche prepared 4 days prior.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Dulce de leche (58F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator cooked pork prepared on previous day and dulce de leche prepared 4 days prior.

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink located at front counter.

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing above walk in cooler at back kitchen.

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed water dripping from pipe onto boxes of vegetables at walk in cooler.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and three compartment sink.

Basic - Observed hole in ceiling located at remote dry storage.

Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath hand sink onto floor. Located at back kitchen. Also observed water dripping from pipe onto boxes at walk in cooler.

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 2023-10-04: 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. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at storage area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front counter. Manger removed tongs. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front counter. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at front counter. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair at front counter area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair at front counter area. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair at front counter area. Time Extended

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

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink at prep area used to store food containers.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk in cooler.

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

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

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

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Hood soiled.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ice machine edges soiled.

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink at front counter.