La Nueva Argentina, 10121 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LA NUEVA ARGENTINA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 10121 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL 33173-3004
License #: 2317039
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 10/29/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Interior of refrigerator soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
10/29/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.(ice condensation inside white box cooler)
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.( front pastry box) **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair.( loose lid on box ice chest)
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.( empanadas 129°f) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.( thermometer calibration)
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
2/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(between fryers)
  • Basic - Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps.(kitchen)
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.(pastry box front)
  • Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
7/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
4/10/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At reach in cooler
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment. In holder
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.at employee's bathroom
  • Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. At walk in freezer
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. At pastry box
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. To store ice
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee placed raw steak on grill, then removed cooked steak without washing hands
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Sausage at 96 f on grill shelf on top
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Raw steak over rte lettuce
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker broken at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
2/5/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. SCOOP INSIDE RICE.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. AT REACH IN COOLER AND AT PASTRY BOX
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. AT GLOVE CHANGE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. AT WALK IN FREEZER. ACCORDING TO MANAGER, IT WAS JUST DELIVERED BY DISTRIBUTOR
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. RAW SAUSAGE OVER COOKED RICE AT WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. BY COOKLINE ,AND REACH IN FREEZER BY FRONT COUNTER
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
10/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cutting board
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
5/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.
11/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
3/22/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/4/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.cell phones,keys,etc.. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Observed employees provided in-house training not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements.
9/1/2010Complaint FullAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.beef and chiken empanadas Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris around edge of walkin cooler door
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.someareas
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.
6/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.empanada filling
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.MASHED AND EMPANADA FILLING COOLED IN SAME POT IT WAS COOKED IN
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.WALKIN
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.POTATO SALAD
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • No plan review submitted and renovations observed. OPERATOR CHAED COUNTY LICENSE SEATING TO 30, AND IS WORKING WITH ARCHITECT TO CHANGEVSEATING TO 60 AFTER CONSTRUCTION OG HANDICAPPED RAMP
3/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.empanada fillings
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.raw chicken stored over raw beef in reachin cooler on cooline Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.server failed to wash hands after handling soiled utensils
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed floor-mounted equipment not sealed or with legs providing at least 6-inch clearance between floor and equipment.walkins
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.operator instructed to use 3 compartment sink to sanitize equipment
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements.SEE COMMENTS
  • No plan review submitted and establishment has added adjacent local to operation.SEE COMMENTS
7/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/18/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/10/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 12/4/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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