PARADISE GRILL

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the mahi. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the mahi. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage ups stored and not properly air dried at the server station.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep area. The operator removed the wet cloth from underneath the cutting board. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.

High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed an employee beverage stored in drink ice behind the inside bar. The operator discarded the ice. Observed an employee beverage stored in the same container as cut vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator discarded the vegetables. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw ground beef stored over bottled beer in the outside walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over washed avocados in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw tuna. Observed raw ground beef stored over chicken salad in the 2-door reach in cooler near the salad station. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked risotto date marked 1/5; cooked ground beef date marked 1/7; cooked pork date marked 1/10 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above potentially hazardous foods. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked risotto date marked 1/5; cooked ground beef date marked 1/7; cooked pork date marked 1/10 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above potentially hazardous foods. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the salad station. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. Observed garlic butter bread (71F - Cold Holding) at room temperature on the cook line. The operator discarded the bread. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary wiping cloth solution for the sanitizer buckets on the cook line at 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed an oyster tag marked with an incorrect date. The tag was date marked 1/18.

Intermediate - Cooked chicken wings prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked in the outside walk in cooler. The operator marked the chicken with the correct date. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn reach in cooler door gaskets on the cook line and at the salad station. Observed a broken door handle on the reach in cooler at the server station.

Basic - Observed an employee beverage stored in drink ice behind the inside bar. The operator discarded the ice. Observed an employee beverage stored in the same container as cut vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator discarded the vegetables. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed taco shells not covered on top of the expo line on the cook line. The operator covered the taco shells. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags missing last served date marks. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. The operator labeled the spray bottles. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Time Extended

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a first aid kit with medicines stored on a shelf above a prep table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the first aid kit. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of tuna. The operator segregated the tuna for return. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee on the cook line wash hand in a handwashing sink with 89F.

High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. The employee re-washed hands with soap. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed one consumer advisory at the inside bar.

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hand in single compartment prep sink. Educated the employee on proper handwashing protocols. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed step ladders blocking access to the handwashing sink near the walk in cooler. The operator removed the step ladders. Corrected On-Site

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.

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The operator was emailed consumer advisory. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals near the three compartment sink.

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water temperatures at the handwashing sinks on the cook line at 89F; behind the bar 88F; near the ice machine 88F; outside bar 85F; wait station 85F; men's restroom 85F; women's restroom 89F. Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in the ceiling tile above the handwashing sink in the prep area.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above the reach in freezers soiled with dust.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the displayed license expired 12/1/2021.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages stored on a shelf in the prep area next to clean equipment. The operator properly stored the employee beverages. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed an employee drinking from an open beverage container in the dish washing area.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on a shelf with food products in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed drinking cups at the wait station not properly air dried.

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed onions not stored 6 inches off the ground in the prep area in the kitchen.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in-use knife between cooling units on the cook line. The operator removed the knife for cleaning. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit throughout the kitchen.

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.

Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off at the three compartment sink.

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the bar. The operator discarded the contents of the sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one dented #10 can of marinara. Operator removed the can of marinara for return. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw ground beef stored over bottled beverages in the outside walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw ground beef. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw beef. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw products. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wipe gloved hands on a soiled towel then handled ready to eat toast. Employee discarded the slice of toast and washed hands before putting on new gloves. Corrected On-Site

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

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with food debris. Operator had the slicer disassembled and cleaned. Corrected On-Site

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.

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at the hand sinks by the ice machine and wait station at 77F.

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop for ice machine in kitchen stored in bucket with soiled water. Operator removed the ice scoop and bucket for cleaning. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use scoop stored in 71F water in the kitchen. Operator removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple employee beverages in the reach in cooler in the prep area. Operator segregated the employee beverages from food to be served to customers. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups stored on the floor of the storage area at the outside bar. Repeat Violation

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple prepared food items not covered in walk in cooler. Operator covered all food products. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored over bottled beverages in the outside walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the bottled beverages. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on a cutting board on the cook line. Operator properly stored the wet wiping cloth. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed sanitizer for wiping cloths behind the outside bar with soap and bleach mixed. Operator discarded the mixture and filled with bleach sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and flour removed from original packaging in containers not labeled. Operator labeled the containers. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored next to food products. Operator moved medicine to office. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two cans of peeled tomatoes dented on seam. Operator discarded cans. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee not changing gloves between changing tasks. Educated operator on proper hand washing protocol. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed oyster advisory not displayed in conspicuous area. Operator printed out multiple signs to place throughout restaurant. Corrected On-Site

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

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink container stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator discarded container. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed mayonnaise stored on floor under hand wash sink in back of kitchen. Operator moved mayonnaise to proper storage area. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop for ice machine in kitchen stored in bucket with soiled water. Operator removed and sanitized ice scoop. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing at dumpster. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on keg cooler door soiled with slime like substance. Repeat Violation

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on floor in dry storage area near outside bar. Operator moved cups to proper area. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wiping cloths on cook line. Operator moved wiping cloths. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 2 tags no date.

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. Observed multiple items not date marked. Raw fish, sliced meats. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed area around self serve soda dispenser with food like build up. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents in prep area near Walk in Cooler with dust and grease build up. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple cracked red container lids in Walk in Cooler.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on equipment handle on cook line. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at ladies restroom. Operator added signage. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on cooler on cook line with food like build up. Observed hood filters on cook line soiled.

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not stored protected. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in rinse sink of dish area. Educated operator on washing hands in a hand wash sink.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed area around soda nozzles soiled at self service machine in dining area.

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu not identifying items that are under consumer advisory.

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

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in prep area with heavy grooves.

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at bar. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets with slime like build up.

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters not protected.

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted to go containers. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation