Westchester, Miami-Dade County

NUEVA SAN SALVADOR RESTAURANT 5

9796 SW 8 ST, Westchester, FL 33174

FoodSeating
Latest violations
8
1 High Priority
Feb 2, 2026
City
Westchester
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

08A-05-6

Detail 24340258

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over corn dough inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 24340255

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed windex inside spray bottle without name behind front counter. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

36-36-4

Detail 24340253

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed around old water heater. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 24340256

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

36-22-4

Detail 24340259

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under fryers at cook line. Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 24340257

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under fryers and small flat grill at cook line.

35B-08-4

Detail 24340254

Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed over prep table by the walk on cooler door. Operator removed the sticky tape. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 24340260

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fruit pulp stored on floor at wait station. Operator placed at six inches from floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 10Total: 15

01A-09-4

Detail 23907699

High Priority - Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.

01C-03-4

Detail 23907700

Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served.

31B-02-4

Detail 23907695

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area, operator provided the paper towels. Corrected On-Site

01C-01-4

Detail 23907692

Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.

02C-02-5

Detail 23907691

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp ceviche not date mark at front counter. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Operator started to mark products. Corrective Action Taken

23-24-4

Detail 23907697

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door and door handles soiled across cook line. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled at kitchen entrance.

36-36-4

Detail 23907698

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing around old water heater.

40-06-5

Detail 23907696

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone next to single service trays on shelves across cook line. Operator removed the phone. Corrected On-Site

36-22-4

Detail 23907689

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor at cook line.

08B-38-4

Detail 23907690

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored on walk in cooler floor. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23907687

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled over grill area.

24-18-4

Detail 23907693

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils stored with food-contact surface up on preparation table. Operator started to invert utensils. Corrective Action Taken

36-02-5

Detail 23907686

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

36-27-5

Detail 23907688

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind pots storage next to cook line. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 23907694

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

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

53B-14-5

Detail 23648512

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 employee training expired for Ana, Claudia, Maryori on 2/25.

12B-07-4

Detail 23648516

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table across cook line. Operator discarded bottles. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 23648518

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored n walk in cooler floor. Also observed raw chicken stored on walk in freezer floor.

10-01-5

Detail 23648513

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 inside sugar container with handle in contact with product at wait station. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 23648511

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed cold drawers interior soiled at cook line.

06-01-5

Detail 23648515

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork 50F thawing at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator started food preparation. Corrective Action Taken

36-02-5

Detail 23648517

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor at cook line.

36-27-5

Detail 23648514

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind prep area.

42-01-4

Detail 23648519

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

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

08A-20-5

Detail 23055194

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. Manager properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 23055187

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled.

36-22-4

Detail 23055190

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.

10-01-5

Detail 23055189

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 inside sugar container with handle in contact with product. Manager placed handle upwards. Corrected On-Site

35B-02-4

Detail 23055192

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on shelves over prep area at wait station.

23-03-4

Detail 23055188

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Corrected On-Site

42-01-4

Detail 23055191

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

21-07-4

Detail 23055193

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25ppm) at wait station. Manager added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) Corrected On-Site

May 15, 2024

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

23-03-4

Detail 22873439

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Observed cleaned reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled. Time Extended

May 14, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

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

35A-02-6

Detail 22872421

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 plus live, small flying insects standing on single service boxes in wait station. Also observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 22872417

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22872416

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22872423

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22872418

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board with black mold like substance at triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 22872424

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside hand sink at kitchen. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22872420

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside white rice and inside rice with beans at team table. Manager removed the bowls. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

23-24-4

Detail 22872429

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handles soiled. Repeat Violation Warning

36-34-5

Detail 22872422

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at wait station. Warning

10-01-5

Detail 22872427

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 inside flour container with handle in contact with product. Employee placed the handle upwards. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-08-4

Detail 22872425

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

23-03-4

Detail 22872419

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

22-16-4

Detail 22872426

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

29-20-5

Detail 22872428

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

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

22-02-4

Detail 22704942

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 22704938

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. Time Extended

14-74-7

Detail 22704943

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 cooler unit at 59F across cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed unit is still in disrepair. As per manager maintenance has been called and is set to come during the day. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 22704936

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22704937

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. Time Extended

14-20-4

Detail 22704941

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 22704935

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22704940

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 22704939

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed wiping cloth on cutting board at steam table. Time Extended

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 3Basic: 20Total: 31

14-86-1

Detail 22702720

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used to cover tortillas inside cooler at kitchen. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22702718

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning

08A-17-6

Detail 22702721

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 over raw beef out of package inside walk in freezer. Warning

02C-01-5

Detail 22702732

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 22702728

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22702722

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22702743

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before. Also observed chicharron mix (53F - Cold Holding); bean mix (53F - Cold Holding) ; cheese mix (54F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee products were prepared for approximately an hour ago. Employee added ice for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

41-10-4

Detail 22702746

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner next to clean equipment on shelve under preparation table. Manager removed cleaner. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22702716

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 22702727

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by white bucket next to kitchen entrance. Employee removed the bucket. Corrected On-Site Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 22702730

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ropa vieja inside walk in cooler without date mark. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Also observed cooked shrimp ceviche inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Employee properly labeled products. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22702737

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside citric acid container. Employee removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

23-24-4

Detail 22702731

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. Warning

24-07-4

Detail 22702719

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on floor under preparation table next to cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

14-74-7

Detail 22702725

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 cooler unit at 59F across cook line. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 22702729

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on preparation table next to hand wash sink. Employee removed the water. Corrected On-Site Warning

40-06-5

Detail 22702741

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back pack stored on shelves used fir storing single service and cans. Employee removed the item. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-11-5

Detail 22702742

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. Repeat Violation Warning

36-22-4

Detail 22702726

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under hand wash sink next to preparation table. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 22702735

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 22702738

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of sour cream stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Warning

10-01-5

Detail 22702733

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 tongs inside chips container on preparation table at kitchen entrance. Employee removed the tongs. Corrected On-Site Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22702744

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer door gaskets soiled next to triple compartment sink at kitchen entrance. Repeat Violation Warning

14-20-4

Detail 22702739

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. Warning

25-06-4

Detail 22702717

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum containers stored on shelve across cook line. Employee inverted the container. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22702724

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork chops and raw shrimp not covered inside walk in cooler. Employee covered products. Corrected On-Site Warning

06-01-5

Detail 22702734

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork belly (Frozen) thawing at room temperature next to kitchen exit door. Also raw beef 41F, as per employee for an hour. Employee placed the products inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-27-5

Detail 22702723

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. Warning

29-11-4

Detail 22702736

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand wash sink next to preparation table. Warning

42-01-4

Detail 22702740

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

21-12-4

Detail 22702745

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Oct 26, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 18Total: 22

08A-02-6

Detail 22397109

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. Operator was informed that they need to relocate the products. Time Extended

01C-03-4

Detail 22397108

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Time Extended

01C-02-4

Detail 22397114

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 22397122

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. Time Extended

14-01-5

Detail 22397127

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed container without handle inside rice with beans at steam table Time Extended

14-05-4

Detail 22397120

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed inside walk in freezer. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 22397116

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 22397117

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed over prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door. Time Extended

33-14-4

Detail 22397121

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Dumpster overflowing garbage. Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 22397112

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 22397110

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 22397125

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area. Time Extended

36-01-4

Detail 22397119

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 22397113

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 22397128

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer. Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 22397107

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area. Time Extended

27-10-4

Detail 22397123

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: No hot running water at mop sink. Time Extended

29-05-4

Detail 22397111

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. Time Extended

36-02-5

Detail 22397126

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. Time Extended

36-04-5

Detail 22397115

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22397124

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 22397118

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line. Time Extended

Oct 25, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 8Intermediate: 6Basic: 29Total: 43

03D-02-5

Detail 22393568

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs).

08A-02-6

Detail 22393564

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer.

08A-05-6

Detail 22393540

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over refried beans. Also raw pork stored over tortillas inside walk in cooler.

12A-09-4

Detail 22393544

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting raw chicken then went into the walk in cooler to move ready to eat foods. Operator was advised on correct procedures. Repeat Violation

01B-02-5

Detail 22393553

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. And, tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs). Operator segregated products to be discarded. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 22393541

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. Operator segregated products to be discarded. Corrective Action Taken

03B-01-6

Detail 22393549

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (127F - Hot Holding); refried beans (120F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per operator for less than an hour. Also french fries (86F - Hot Holding) at fryer as per operator half an hour.

41-18-4

Detail 22393548

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 400ppm).

01C-03-4

Detail 22393573

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation

01C-02-4

Detail 22393550

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 22393567

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. Repeat Violation

53A-14-4

Detail 22393547

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed certified food manager has no knowledge on the proper cooling process.

53B-13-5

Detail 22393570

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 no proof of food handler certification por cook.

02C-02-5

Detail 22393569

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded chicken and mushroom sauce nit date marked inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelve. Also refried beans not date mark inside walk in cooler. As per operator from 3 days ago. Also shrimp ceviche at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator from 3 days ago. Discussed with operator about date marking. Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 22393566

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 22393552

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler door handles across storage shelves. Also walk in freezer and walk in cooler door handles soiled. Repeat Violation

14-05-4

Detail 22393557

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer.

36-34-5

Detail 22393534

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

24-07-4

Detail 22393546

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed 2 clean pots improperly stored under the cabinet at front counter.

32-12-5

Detail 22393538

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

50-09-4

Detail 22393555

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

14-09-4

Detail 22393539

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door.

33-14-4

Detail 22393545

Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.

14-11-5

Detail 22393559

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area.

35B-01-4

Detail 22393558

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

36-22-4

Detail 22393563

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area.

36-01-4

Detail 22393535

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22393551

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef stored on walk in freezer floor. Also sour cream stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator rearranged the products. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

36-24-5

Detail 22393543

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom.

14-69-4

Detail 22393536

Basic - Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer.

10-20-4

Detail 22393575

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on grill oven door handle at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 22393565

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 in contact with sugar at wait prep station. Operator removed the handle. Corrected On-Site

51-13-4

Detail 22393542

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 22393533

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area.

27-10-4

Detail 22393537

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.

23-03-4

Detail 22393561

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also walk in freezer door soiled with food debris and storage shelve soiled over 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler.

29-05-4

Detail 22393562

Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 22393572

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed across pots storage shelves at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 22393574

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored shredded chicken, mushroom sauce not covered inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelves. Also plantain empanadas not covered inside walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-02-5

Detail 22393554

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

36-04-5

Detail 22393556

Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22393560

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

21-12-4

Detail 22393571

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line.

Feb 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 8Basic: 22Total: 31

12A-09-4

Detail 21778639

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.

11-01-5

Detail 21778644

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Provided form during inspection.

01C-03-4

Detail 21778631

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

11-27-4

Detail 21778620

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 inspection.

01C-02-4

Detail 21778642

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.

22-02-4

Detail 21778636

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 21778624

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink in kitchen area.

31A-11-4

Detail 21778645

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue and ice cubes inside front hand wash sink.

02C-02-5

Detail 21778638

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,cooked steak,and beef soup not date marked, as per employee food was prepared on Sunday. Employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21778634

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

14-01-5

Detail 21778640

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in oat container. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 21778635

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units in kitchen area. Also walk-in cooler/ freezer handles. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 21778647

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

50-09-4

Detail 21778650

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

16-16-4

Detail 21778626

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.

16-13-5

Detail 21778633

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.

08B-38-4

Detail 21778625

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw fish container stored on floor inside walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 21778648

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen area.

22-08-4

Detail 21778641

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

51-13-4

Detail 21778649

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

29-05-4

Detail 21778628

Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed in kitchen area.

22-16-4

Detail 21778637

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

21-11-4

Detail 21778646

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Employee discarded and replaced with a clean solution.

29-19-4

Detail 21778623

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in kitchen area.

08B-12-5

Detail 21778632

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork and cooked steak not covered inside reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

36-02-5

Detail 21778630

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

36-04-5

Detail 21778643

Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed exposed pipe between flat grill and steamer, in kitchen area.

42-01-4

Detail 21778622

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Corrected On-Site

21-09-4

Detail 21778621

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

21-07-4

Detail 21778629

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

02D-01-5

Detail 21778627

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oat container not labeled with common name. In waitress station.

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 5Basic: 12Total: 20

22-42-4

Detail 21260972

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at 0ppm. Manager add chlorine solution at 50ppm during inspection.

08A-05-6

Detail 21260964

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above sliced ham in shelves inside walk in cooler. Also raw pork stored above tortillas inside reach in cooler in kitchen area.

08A-20-5

Detail 21260966

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw steak stored above raw fish,raw shrimp and cooked pork in reach in cooler next to fryer in kitchen area.

22-02-4

Detail 21260968

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board in steamer station. Also can opener blade.

31A-09-4

Detail 21260957

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mop bucket blocking front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection.

31A-11-4

Detail 21260965

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty spoon inside front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 21260973

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on front hand wash sink. Employee restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 21260974

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, cooked pupusas mix, marinated steak, marinated pork inside walk in cooler. As per employee held more than 24 hours. Employee labeled with date marked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

16-07-4

Detail 21260955

Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.

23-24-4

Detail 21260963

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

36-34-5

Detail 21260959

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

12B-07-4

Detail 21260960

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks stored in prep table and above food in steamer station. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 21260956

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored in preparation table next to back door.

16-16-4

Detail 21260970

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.

08B-38-4

Detail 21260958

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with raw steak stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 21260969

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

08B-12-5

Detail 21260971

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed marinated meats in shelves inside walk in cooler not covered.

36-02-5

Detail 21260962

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen in front of flat grill.

21-09-4

Detail 21260967

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

02D-01-5

Detail 21260961

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container next to coffee machine not labeled with common name.

Feb 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 11Total: 13

01C-02-4

Detail 20872066

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Time Extended

02C-02-5

Detail 20872062

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of Cooked beef not date marked inside of walk in cooler. As per employee cooked beef was prepared over 72 hours. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed a container of cooked beef still not date marked inside of walk in cooler. Time Extended

16-07-4

Detail 20872070

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20872064

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 20872067

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Located at the back of the establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed exterior door still has a gap, located at the back of the establishment. Time Extended

29-09-4

Detail 20872059

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing hot water handle in mop sink outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed still missing hot water handle in mop sink outside. Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 20872071

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in different areas in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed standing water in different areas in kitchen. Time Extended

36-01-4

Detail 20872063

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed accumulation of grease on floor at kitchen area, under cooking equipment in cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed accumulation of grease on floor at kitchen area, under cooking equipment in cook line. Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 20872061

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in kitchen not smoothed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed floors in kitchen not smoothed. Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 20872068

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall by hand wash sink in waitresses prep station. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed hole in wall by hand wash sink in waitresses prep station. Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 20872069

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed a soiled bottom shelf of reach in cooler located on cook line across from stove. Observed soiled white cutting board on prep table across from fryers on cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed clean shelves. Observed soiled white cutting board still in use on prep table across from fryers on cook line. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 20872060

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed shelves in walk in cooler/freezer still rust. Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 20872065

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation on walls behind cook line, on dishwasher area, also and 3 compartment sink wall. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-18: Observed not accumulation of grease on walls on dishwasher area. Walls behind cook line still with grease accumulation. Time Extended

Feb 17, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 5Basic: 23Total: 31

09-01-4

Detail 20869494

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 reach into cooked rice at steam table with no glove and made contact with bare hand and rice. Manager was coached on bare hand contact with RTE food. Warning

01B-03-5

Detail 20869491

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed approximately 40 small bugs in rice container under prep table in kitchen. Warning

01B-04-5

Detail 20869481

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed a bag of clams inside of walk in freezer with no tag. Warning

01C-02-4

Detail 20869488

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 20869472

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cubes inside of hand wash sink located at front counter. Warning

01C-01-4

Detail 20869486

Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed a bag of clams inside of walk in freezer with no tag. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 20869482

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of Cooked beef not date marked inside of walk in cooler. As per employee cooked beef was prepared over 72 hours. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 20869490

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with chlorine not labeled. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 20869497

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled, located at front counter. Observed soiled white cutting board on prep table across from fryers. Warning

16-07-4

Detail 20869480

Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Warning

16-03-4

Detail 20869489

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed a black substance on interior wall of dish washer. Repeat Violation Warning

16-21-4

Detail 20869476

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

23-24-4

Detail 20869477

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of debris in walk in cooler handle also in walk in freezer handle. Repeat Violation Warning

36-34-5

Detail 20869495

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

24-06-4

Detail 20869502

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed stored knives and utensils on soiled and rusted magnetic strip over three compartment sink. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 20869484

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 20869500

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal hand bags on rack over prep table in kitchen area. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 20869496

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Located at the back of the establishment. Warning

29-09-4

Detail 20869493

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing hot water handle in mop sink outside. Warning

36-22-4

Detail 20869501

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in different areas in kitchen. Warning

36-01-4

Detail 20869485

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed accumulation of grease on floor at kitchen area, under cooking equipment in cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

36-11-4

Detail 20869492

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in kitchen not smoothed. Warning

36-24-5

Detail 20869478

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall by hand wash sink in waitresses prep station. Repeat Violation Warning

10-20-4

Detail 20869473

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door. Employee removed tong from oven door. Corrected On-Site Warning

10-01-5

Detail 20869498

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 handles in sugar and flour containers in kitchen area. Operator removed handles from sugar and flour during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

51-18-6

Detail 20869475

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 20869474

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors. Observed soiled exterior containers of rice, beans and flour under preparation table next cook line. Observed soiled tops of shelves over prep table on cook line, by three compartment sink. Accumulation of grease on stove. Repeat Violation Warning

22-16-4

Detail 20869487

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed a soiled bottom shelf of reach in cooler located on cook line across from stove. Observed soiled white cutting board on prep table across from fryers on cook line. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 20869499

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed prepared yuca, cooked beef and cut carrots containers not covered inside of walk in cooler. Also a container with breading flour not covered under prep table in kitchen area. Warning

14-17-4

Detail 20869483

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

36-27-5

Detail 20869479

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation on walls behind cook line, on dishwasher area, also and 3 compartment sink wall. Repeat Violation Warning

Aug 18, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 1Basic: 19Total: 25

22-41-4

Detail 20437398

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 the dishwashing machine chlorine sanitizing concentration at 25 ppm. Operator must use the triple sink to sanitize equipment, utensils, china,silver and glass ware until the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration is corrected

08A-14-5

Detail 20437383

High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed at the kitchen area raw eggs on top of fried bean on hot hold.

08A-05-6

Detail 20437386

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in the walk in cooler raw meat over cooked yuca

03B-01-6

Detail 20437378

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of the stove cooked shrimp (133°F - Hot Holding) Operator will move the cooked shrimps into th walk in cooler Corrective Action Taken

41-18-4

Detail 20437377

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at the three compartment sink the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration at 200ppm . Operator is diluting the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration to 100 ppm

31A-11-4

Detail 20437401

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the front counter hand wash sinks used to store a big spoon and a green pad

16-21-4

Detail 20437382

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

14-01-5

Detail 20437380

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small plastic cup without a handle used as scoop in the flour snd chicken base containers. Cups were removed Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 20437400

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

36-36-4

Detail 20437381

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top of the walk in cooler

14-09-4

Detail 20437387

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 20437389

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed a female cook with no hair restraint.

36-01-4

Detail 20437393

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at the kitchen area Repeat Violation

36-24-5

Detail 20437396

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed the wall by the walk in cooler and triple sink in disrepair.

14-69-4

Detail 20437395

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the walk in freezer Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 20437399

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a kitchen knife stored between the cutting board and the reach in cooler soiled surface Knife was removed Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 20437379

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food on the side of the stove, underneath the grill. Observed the freezer door and gasket soiled Observed the food container in the walk in cooler for Cole slaw and onions soiled. Observed the glass dishwashing racks soiled. Observed the blade of the can opener soiled with food Repeat Violation

29-08-4

Detail 20437384

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen entrance hand wash sink the hot faucets are interchanged.

25-06-4

Detail 20437394

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in the kitchen area plastic cups not inverted. Operator inverted the cups Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 20437390

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler of the hot kitchen ares

29-19-4

Detail 20437388

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed the drain of the kitchen entrance hand wash sink draining very slow

08B-12-5

Detail 20437391

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed the churrasco , chicken , yuca in the walk in cooler not covered.

06-01-5

Detail 20437385

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meat being thawed at room temperature.

36-27-5

Detail 20437392

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the walls in the kitchen and triple sink area soiled

42-01-4

Detail 20437397

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