UNICO GASTROBAR

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No parasite destruction letter for ceviche. Warning

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

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hookah clay jars stored on hand sink located by exit door. Mats on top of hand sink located by three compartment sink. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels on sinks located in kitchen No paper towels on men's bathroom. Manager added Corrected On-Site** Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

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.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Entrance on walk in cooler floor broken Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in cooler across from stoves Warning

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Warning

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak from faucet in hand sink at bar. Warning

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Gasket torn in prep cooler at entry to line - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Gasket torn in prep cooler at entry to line - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Tested dish machine several times even after priming sanitizer. Tested 00ppm chlorine Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Tested several times reading 00ppm chlorine Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Gasket torn in prep cooler at entry to line - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: 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. Tested dish machine several times even after priming sanitizer. Tested 00ppm chlorine Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over container of cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Small prep cooler cooked eggs, cut tomatoes, cabbage, fried plantains, (52-57F - Cold Holding) less than 4hrs per operator. - in first prep cooler sour cream, ranch (47-53F - cold holding ). Less than 4hrs per operator. Operator put on ice for temperature recovery Warning

Intermediate - Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Operator immediately corrected all menus Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Hand sink next to triple sink blocked by tray of food and cart of dishes. Corrected On-Site

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

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -By ice machine. And hand sink at bar. operator replaced Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By ice machine. And hand sink at bar. operator replaced Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -Ceiling tile above prep line and walk in cooler

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - Green and blue Cutting board. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on top of rice container. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Gasket torn in prep cooler at entry to line

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle touching cooked rice. removed Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Passion fruit puree. Operator labeled Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Corvina used in cerviche no proof of parasite destruction. Warning

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with splitter no vacuum breaker

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager missing food manager certificate, does have another manager with food manager certificate

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink to kitchen missing soap and paper towels Operator provided soap and paper towels Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing above walk in cooler

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling holes where utility line run into ceiling

Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple items on floor by back shelving, case oil, cans beans, ketchup

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

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink ware wash faucet broken

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certificate Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted Provided operator with sign to post Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink in kitchen missing hand wash sign Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: No sign at hand sink Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored correctly to dry Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: 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. Both dish machines tested 0 ppm chlorine Warning

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with form Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen blocked with cart Employee moved cart Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certificate Warning

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

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.hand sink in kitchen missing paper towel. Employee provided paper towels Corrected On-Site 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. No proof of employee reporting Provided form. Employees working signed form during inspection Corrected On-Site Warning

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. Some employees working over 3 months no food handler training Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with liquid in it not labeled Warning

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

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile middle part of kitchen missing Warning

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

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste receptacle in women's room Warning

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered drink on shelving with clean dishes Warning

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

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted Provided operator with sign to post Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink in kitchen missing hand wash sign Warning

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

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Raw fish over aji Amarillo sauce in reach in cooler next to walk in cooler. - Egg batter stored over cheese in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - Raw shell eggs stored over raw pork sausage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. - At bar area and at end of cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - For ceviche, leche de Tigre, and raw sushi rolls on menu Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - Hand wash sink at bar removed. Ice machine placed next to mop sink in kitchen. Dishwasher moved in between ice machine and triple sink. Hand wash sink removed at end of cook line and wall closed off. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - Hole in ceiling at end of cook line near fire extinguishers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. - Chest freezer at end of cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. - Ventilation hood. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Time Extended

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Warning

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. - Tested at approximately 0ppm. Warning

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Warning

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. - Sliced white cheese has mold in walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. - For sushi fish and ceviche fish on menu. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Raw fish over aji Amarillo sauce in reach in cooler next to walk in cooler. - Egg batter stored over cheese in walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - Raw shell eggs stored over raw pork sausage. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. - Cooling overnight clocked at 45F: cooked pork, white rice in walk in cooler. 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. - Paperwork provided. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. - At bar area and at end of cook line. Warning

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - For ceviche, leche de Tigre, and raw sushi rolls on menu Warning

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

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - Hand wash sink at bar removed. Ice machine placed next to mop sink in kitchen. Dishwasher moved in between ice machine and triple sink. Hand wash sink removed at end of cook line and wall closed off. Warning

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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. - Paperwork provided. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. - Cooked pork, cooked pork belly and several food throughout facility. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - Rice and sugar has plastic to go bowl in it. Warning

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - Hole in ceiling at end of cook line near fire extinguishers. 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. - For tuna in reach in cooler next to walk-in. Must open package. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. - Vinegar bottle, mayonnaise bottle and olive oil bottle stored on the floor in kitchen. Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. - Chest freezer at end of cook line. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - At both restrooms. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. - Ventilation hood. Warning