Clearwater, Pinellas County

BENEDICTS

768 N BELCHER RD, Clearwater, FL 33765

FoodSeating
Latest violations
3
2 Intermediate
Apr 30, 2026
City
Clearwater
County
Pinellas
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
16

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.

Apr 30, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

22-02-4

Detail 24548027

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting board stained in crevices at cook line - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-30: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 24548028

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Eleutario hired over 60 days - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-30: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24548029

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Per manager cutting boards on order Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-30: Per manager , cutting boards are on order . Time Extended

Apr 29, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 1Total: 6

01B-02-5

Detail 24545243

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -chicken salad 51 F, tuna salad 47 F , tzatziki 47 F , sauerkraut 45 F in cooler drawers overnight , no temperatures taken this morning Manager discarded food . Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Raw chicken 50 F , tzatziki 45-47F , cooked ham 46 F in drawer under grill near stove nearby . Food in drawer overnight . No temperatures taken this day Manager discarded food Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 24545239

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Melon 52 F in cooler under 30 minutes from walk in cooler . Manager moved fruit to inside reach in cooler. Reviewed with manager to store food below fill line in top area of cooler - chicken salad 51 F, tuna salad 47 F , tzatziki 47 F , sauerkraut 45 F in cooler drawers overnight , no temperatures taken this morning in the cooler Manager discarded food -tuna salad 44 F , cooked pork 44 F in walk in cooler. Two food deliveries this morning . Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Raw chicken 50 F , tzatziki 45-47F , cooked ham 46 F in cold holding drawer under grill near stove nearby . Food in drawer overnight . No temperatures taken this day . Manager discarded food - see stop sale Mozzarella 42 F , raw ground beef 42 F in the cold holding drawer section farthest from nearby stove Walk in cooler : pooled eggs 42 F , cut tomatoes 43 F , American cheese 43 F Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 24545241

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting board stained in crevices at cook line - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Time Extended

05-10-4

Detail 24545240

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 24545238

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Eleutario hired over 60 days - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24545242

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-29: Per manager cutting boards on order Time Extended

Apr 28, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 12

35A-05-4

Detail 24541862

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach crawling on floor at cook line .. manager disposed of roach Corrected On-Site

01B-13-4

Detail 24541859

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Drop plate inside ice machine is soiled . Ice with particles . Manager cleaned drop plate and discarded ice . Corrective Action Taken

01B-02-5

Detail 24541856

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -chicken salad 51 F, tuna salad 47 F , tzatziki 47 F , sauerkraut 45 F in cooler drawers overnight , no temperatures taken this morning Manager discarded food . Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 24541858

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Melon 52 F in cooler under 30 minutes from walk in cooler . Manager moved fruit to inside reach in cooler. Reviewed with manager to store food below fill line in top area of cooler - chicken salad 51 F, tuna salad 47 F , tzatziki 47 F , sauerkraut 45 F in cooler drawers overnight , no temperatures taken this morning in the cooler Manager discarded food -tuna salad 44 F , cooked pork 44 F in walk in cooler. Two food deliveries this morning . Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 24541860

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting board stained in crevices at cook line

05-10-4

Detail 24541865

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

53B-13-5

Detail 24541857

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. Eleutario hired over 60 days

10-20-4

Detail 24541866

Basic - -In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line . -In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment - between cooler and prep table at cook line . Manager relocated tongs and knife to dish washing area Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 24541855

Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Manager cleaned drop plate inside the ice machine Corrected On-Site

32-12-6

Detail 24541864

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathrooms

14-09-4

Detail 24541863

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line

35B-02-4

Detail 24541861

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Manager removed bug zapper Corrected On-Site

Dec 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 11

03D-02-5

Detail 24256520

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - cooked potatoes at 47-50 F F at 8:45 am cooked 11:00 am to 12:00 pm previously day in walk in cooler in deep , plastic stacked containers . Reviewed with manager cooling procedures . See stop sale Manager discarded food Corrected On-Site

01B-36-5

Detail 24256528

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -cooked potatoes at 47-50 F F at 8:45 am cooked 11:00 am to 12:00 pm previously day in walk in cooler in deep , plastic stacked containers . Reviewed with manager cooling procedures . See stop sale Manager discarded food Corrective Action Taken

14-31-5

Detail 24256522

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food for bread in freezer Repeat Violation

22-43-4

Detail 24256527

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. 0 ppm quaternary . Employee changed empty sanitizer container . Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Recheck 200 ppm quaternary Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24256519

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to dump mop bucket . Reviewed with operator Repeat Violation

05-10-4

Detail 24256518

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.Reviewed with manager and cooks

22-20-5

Detail 24256524

Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine near mop sink

51-11-4

Detail 24256517

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured opposite mop sink

10-20-4

Detail 24256525

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

31B-04-4

Detail 24256526

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to mop sink. In back storage area . Manager placed hand wash sign at hand wash sink Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 24256521

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwashing sink heavily soiled next to mop sink

45-02-4

Detail 24256523

Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by restrooms . For reporting purposes only.

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 10

09-01-4

Detail 23619330

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. Cook touched cooked potatoes on plate with barehands . Reviewed no barehand contact with ready to eat food . Cook reheated potatoes on grill Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 23619331

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked ham / vegetable mix 48 F in drawer under grill in the front area . Employee moved to freezer for quick chill down . Recheck 39 F . Food rearranged in drawer for ham mixture to be in the back section Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 23619324

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup of water in hand wash sink at cook line . Reviewed with manager hand wash sink is for washing hands only .

53A-01-7

Detail 23619325

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - Paula R. CFM training expired 3/09/2025 - CFM Jared is current . Reviewed with manager

31B-06-4

Detail 23619327

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at cook line . Employee fixed dispenser . Corrected On-Site

51-11-4

Detail 23619329

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in prep area . Reviewed with manager

40-06-5

Detail 23619326

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - employee backpack on table next to packages of pancake mix . Reviewed with manager

10-20-4

Detail 23619323

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line . Reviewed with manager . Tongs moved to dishwashing area to be cleaned Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 23619322

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in storage room near ice machine . Reviewed with manager

08B-17-4

Detail 23619328

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( box of pineapples) stored with ready-to-eat food( cooked potatoes ) in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager . Manager rearranged food Corrected On-Site

Jul 31, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Total: 1

45-02-4

Detail 23021012
  • From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone in dining area by coffee bar station area.For reporting purposes only. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-31: Still in red. Time Extended

Jul 30, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 10

01B-01-4

Detail 23018191

High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of Chef Mate Country Gravy Sauce. Stored in dry storage back room Manager removed from premises Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-07-4

Detail 23018190

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed two pieces of moldy strawberries in two different containers. Manager removed the two pieces of strawberries from containers. See stop sale letter. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23018187

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit .Doubled door under grill on cook line. Doors left open exposed to heat. Discussed with operator to move food to walk in cooler or freezer.Cut ham (47F cold holding), pork sausage (52F - Cold Holding); pork and eggs (45F - Cold Holding); burger beef patties (44F - Cold Holding); tuna (45F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding); Turkey (49F - Cold Holding),corn beef 47 f (cold holding) takizi sauce 49 f ( cold holding); chicken salad 47 f(cold holding) Reach in cooler by dish washing machine ambient air temperature 47 f cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (45F - Cold Holding); yellow cheese (45F - Cold Holding); beef and lamb meat (47F - Cold Holding); cut spinach (45F - Cold Holding); cut ham (43F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (43F - Cold Holding); Turkey (43F - Cold Holding); gyro meat (43F - Cold Holding) discussed with operator to move foods to walk-in freezer. Employee began ice bathing some of the products. Walk in cooler ambient air temperature 45 f management stated truck delivery had the door open. beef burger patties (42F - Cold Holding); pork patties (45F - Cold Holding); Canadian ham (44F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); eggs yolk (44F - Cold Holding) discussed with manager to move items to freezer. Corrective Action Taken Warning

11-27-4

Detail 23018183

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. Will email manager forum Warning

03D-15-4

Detail 23018186

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Walk in cooler cooked chicken in cooling process covered with plastic wrap. Manager removed wrapping. Corrected On-Site Warning

51-11-4

Detail 23018184

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in the kitchen area Repeat Violation Warning

40-06-5

Detail 23018185

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cellphones , one in food plates counter and another one on top of food preparation area. Employees removed cellphones. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23018189

Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed two buckets of pickles on the floor in walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored in shelf 6 inches above the cooler floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

33-16-4

Detail 23018182

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed all open lids Corrected On-Site Warning

21-08-4

Detail 23018188

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket in coffee station area by the cash register tested above 200-400 ppm. Retested to 200 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning

45-02-4

Detail 23018192

Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone in dining area by coffee bar station area.For reporting purposes only. Warning

Mar 27, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

16-37-1

Detail 22753414

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit ( Quat) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Quaternary sanitizer bucket at front counter 0ppm Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 22753417

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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Walk in cooler location changed to the previous dry storage location, new room added with dry storage, ice machine , hand wash sink, mop sink and slicer , bar added with ice bin, soda and juice dispensers , hand wash sink , coolers . Beverage station relocated to bar area , ice machine removed from dishwashing area - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Spoke to Marie in plan review, application has been submitted, plan reviewer is working with them. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 22753415

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 22753416

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting - cups stacked on shelf in bar area and front counter area - discussed with manager - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 22753413

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in new food prep area - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Time Extended

Jan 22, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 7Basic: 10Total: 20

14-31-5

Detail 22578564

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food -bread on cart in kitchen - manager removed bread from bag and placed in food grade container Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 22578554

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cans of spray paint stored on shelf next to tea dispensers and above bag of sugar in dry storage room manager relocated paint Corrected On-Site

29-42-4

Detail 22578570

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

02C-03-5

Detail 22578566

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened previous day in bar area - manager date marked milk Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22578560

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled soda nozzles area in front counter area- discussed with manager

31A-09-4

Detail 22578559

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cooler stored in front of hand wash sink in bar area - manager relocated cooler . Discussed with manager hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times Corrected On-Site

02B-01-5

Detail 22578553

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs - marks next to food items and consumer advisory have faded or have been wiped off on some menus - manager corrected menus at end of inspection Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 22578552

Intermediate - No chemical test kit ( Quat) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.

51-16-7

Detail 22578571

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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Walk in cooler location changed to the previous dry storage location, new room added with dry storage, ice machine , hand wash sink, mop sink and slicer , bar added with ice bin, soda and juice dispensers , hand wash sink , coolers . Beverage station relocated to bar area , ice machine removed from dishwashing area

31B-03-4

Detail 22578561

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in new food prep. area - manager added soap dispenser Corrected On-Site

51-11-4

Detail 22578562

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in pre area in front of ice machine

36-37-5

Detail 22578569

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

12B-07-4

Detail 22578557

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on shelf on next dry goods in new prep area - manager removed employee drinks - employee drink on top shelf above reach in cooler at cook line - manager removed drink Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 22578565

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Cell phone , bag of make up and charger on dry storage shelves next to dry goods - manager removed items -Backpacks on pre table area in kitchen - manager relocated it and Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 22578563

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting - cups stacked on shelf in bar area and front counter area - discussed with manager

08B-38-4

Detail 22578555

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes on floor in kitchen - manager relocated potatoes Corrected On-Site

36-24-5

Detail 22578556

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall under cook line hand wash sink

10-12-5

Detail 22578558

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses- on top of the bottom ice bucket - manager washed ice scoops and placed container for storage of ice scoops Corrective Action Taken

31B-04-4

Detail 22578568

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in new food prep area

08B-17-4

Detail 22578567

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( box of bananas) stored with ready-to-eat food - cut fruit - in walk in cooler - manager relocated food Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Oct 10, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 6

22-41-4

Detail 22323582

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.0 ppm chlorine run three times - triple sink set up for use - 100 ppm chlorine - manager scheduled service this day Corrective Action Taken

08A-05-6

Detail 22323586

High Priority - Raw animal food ( raw bacon ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( cooked bacon ) in walk in cooler - manager rearranged food. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

03A-02-5

Detail 22323584

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - American cheese 59 F on plate in top area of cooler - reviewed storage of food not to stack in the top area - manager relocated food - placed in freezer for quick chill down - cheese 43 F Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

02B-01-5

Detail 22323585

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods ( smoked salmon and poached eggs) covered by the consumer advisory.

12B-07-4

Detail 22323581

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Next to reach in cooler at cook line food prep area - manager relocated employee drink Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-17-4

Detail 22323583

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables( boxes of mushrooms) stored with ready-to-eat food.( cut tomatoes ) in walk in cooler

Jun 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

08A-05-6

Detail 22045072

High Priority - Raw animal food ( raw salmon ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( cut lettuce) in cooler opposite dish machine - employee rearranged food . Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22045075

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Swiss cheese 58 F in top area of reach in cooler - reviewed not to stack food in the top section to allow for proper cold air circulation Corn beef 80 F on counter near steam table - per employee , she moved food to clean cooler 30 minutes previously - manager voluntarily discarded corn beef -employee moved cheese to reach in freezer for quick chill down - recheck 53 F manager placed cheese on ice and returned to freezer Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 22045076

Basic - Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine- employee cleaned interior of ice machine Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

12B-07-4

Detail 22045074

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation cutting board in kitchen - employee relocated bottle of water Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22045073

Basic - Food (containers of cooked potatoes ) stored on floor.in walk in cooler - manager relocated potatoes Corrected On-Site

Nov 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-17-5

Detail 21590615

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Floor tiles cracked and missing under dish machine inside kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-28: Time Extended

Sep 20, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 15

22-41-4

Detail 21367475

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. -Manager set up three compartment sink to sanitize dishes. Corrected On-Site

01B-02-5

Detail 21367466

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Sliced cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding) held over night inside reach in cooler on cooks line, filled over fill line inside deep 6th pan, employee discarded. Discussed importance of keeping food under the fill line especially when storing food inside reach in coolers.

03A-02-5

Detail 21367465

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Sliced cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding) held over night inside reach in cooler on cooks line, filled over fill line inside deep 6th pan, employee discarded -American and Swiss cheese (56F - Cold Holding) stored on glass plate inside reach in cooler on cooks line over fill line of deep 6th pans, placed in reach in cooler at 7am tempted at 9:30am, employee placed inside walk in cooler to cool. Retested at 10:15am 48F. Repeat Violation

41-10-4

Detail 21367469

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Isopropyl Alcohol stored on top of prep table across from cooks line near canola oil and cooked bacon, manger moved. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 21367474

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris and mold like substance. -Interior of microwave on cooks line soiled with food debris. -Interior of ice machine near dish washing machine soiled with mold like substance. -Cutting board on cooks line soiled with stains.

31A-11-4

Detail 21367476

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Wet cloth and green scubber stored inside hand wash sink at end of cooks line. Manager moved items. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 21367477

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer warewashing machine. -Inspector supplied manager with 4 test strips, Per manager to order test strips on this day.

53B-01-5

Detail 21367472

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.

23-24-4

Detail 21367468

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Reach in coolers on cooks line have handles soiled with food debris.

12B-07-4

Detail 21367473

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Employee beverages stored at front counter area while employee is prepping food. Manger moved employee drinks. -Employee clear plastic water bottle stored on prep table across from cooks line, near box of canola oil and cooked bacon, manger moved drink. Corrected On-Site

36-17-5

Detail 21367478

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Floor tiles cracked and missing under dish machine inside kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 21367464

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease and food debris. -Reach in cooler gaskets on cooks line soiled with food debris. -Exterior of microwave soiled with food debris. Discussed with manager.

42-01-4

Detail 21367470

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -Wet mops stored on the floor in between ice machine and wall inside kitchen. Manager hung wet mops. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 21367467

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Two wet wiping cloths stored at front counter area. Employee removed cloths. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 21367471

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Squeeze bottles of oil and other sauces on cooks line not labeled. Manager labeled bottles. Corrected On-Site

May 9, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Total: 6

01D-01-5

Detail 21070242

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Smoked salmon does not have a parasite destruction letter. Operator has emailed rep asking for letter and will not serve the salmon until she receives it.

03A-02-5

Detail 21070240

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage (49°F - Cold Holding); cut melon (50°F - Cold Holding) Observed in flip top cooler near dish machine, plates of sausage and cut melon stored on top of other foods that were placed inside of inserts. Educated operator that the food will not be maintained below 41°F due to the lack of airflow reaching the food as it is blocked by the foods below it. Operator moved items to reach-in cooler below. Corrective Action Taken

03D-15-4

Detail 21070243

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. steak at 9:23am (123°F - Cooling) 122°F at 10:00am Observed steak being cooled at room temperature. Operator states that steak has been there for less than 30 minutes. Rechecked 37 minutes later and food had only gone down 1 degree. Operator moved steak to reach-in freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 21070244

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping in hand-wash sink as made apparent by ice in sink. Educated operator that hand-wash sinks are only to be used for hand washing.

16-37-1

Detail 21070239

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at ware-washing machine. Gave operator options of where she can purchase.

31B-02-4

Detail 21070241

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator states that there is no paper towel at establishment. Advised operator to purchase from a nearby grocery store as soon as possible.

Apr 6, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

08A-05-6

Detail 20986696

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled eggs stored over cut cooked potatoes in walk in cooler.

32-12-5

Detail 20986697

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

14-11-4

Detail 20986699

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Broken handle on microwave on cooks line.

08B-38-4

Detail 20986698

Basic - Food stored on floor. Food bucket stored on floor in walk in cooler.

32-17-4

Detail 20986700

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door broken.