Aruba Bch Cafe, 1 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-By-The-Se, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: ARUBA BCH CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-By-The-Se, FL 33308-3601
License #: 1614440
Total inspections: 24
Last inspection: 07/11/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
07/11/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Handicapped restroom **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
  • Basic - Nonbagged garbage in dumpster. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. **Warning**
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Batter at 80°f. Corrective action taken, implemented time control. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooked/heated yesterday/on a previous day not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within a total of 6 hours. Food has been cooling overnight. Soup at 58°f cooling overnight **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit. Raw beef over raw seafood **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. After touching trash can then engaged in food prep. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Washing hands in a bucket at the warewashing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Soup cooling in deep, pastic, tightly closed containers. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by boxes at the wait station. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Butter. Provided written procedure. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sausage on the walk in cooler **Warning**
5/9/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Online
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ladies room.
  • Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Back door. Replaced but bent again. **Repeat Violation**
  • Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Wood in room.
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 57° cut lettuce, removed to freezer 41° **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles, south beach, beach bar.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bottles inside, main bar. **Corrected On-Site**
11/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • Basic - Spray bottle containing a food product not labeled.in wait area.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. To much and not enough. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.panko, shredded onions.i
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 55°F. Butter was cooled down to 41°F with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Cream Cheese In Walk in Cooler. Voluntary Discarded.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coconut Shrimp 57°F.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches. Lobster Bisque at 66°F, roasted red pepper sauce 59°F, voluntary discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.coconut Shrimp.
9/6/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Kitchen
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. All cook line ovens
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Hinges rusted on ice machine near produce walkin
  • Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Waste line passing above ice bin beach bar unclean
  • 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. Bar
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Near main bar
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. Main bar
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Beach bar and main bar
4/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/1/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice cream scoop on reach-in freezer.
  • Observed dusty air conditioning vent covers. on cookline. Repeat Violation.
  • 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. cutting raw chicken with gloves on and then touching clean equipment / utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. cook in dishwash rinse sink and without soap. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. kitchen reach-in cooler.
  • Observed in-use utensil dipped into sanitizer bucket - contaminating the utensil with a chemical and transferring the chemical on to the foods when using the utensil. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw seafoods over cooked chicken in walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw tuna over sliced cheeses and ham on salad station in reach-in cooler. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. test strip bleached out in sanitizer buckets. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. butter in individual cups at server station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. cooked chicken on cookline at 123 degrees fahrenheit , was reheated immediately. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Prep surface not sanitized after contamination and prior to use. containers, equipment, utensils, glove box, etc. transferred from soiled cutting board with raw chicken juices on bottom transferred to clean surfaces and therefor contaminating clean surfaces.
11/28/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 200+ ppm . Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. employee bathroom handwash sink.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling water damage. above ice machine in hallway.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. on grill. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. blue liquid cleaner in spraybottle in dishwash area. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
8/9/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. at server station handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. sanitizer bucket in handwash sink by produce walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. on exterior of oven.
  • Observed dusty air conditioning vent covers. cookline / kitchen.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. crawfish/seafoods in standing water on cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
5/30/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. walk-in cooler fanguards.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. several ice machines.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw shrimp over cut vegetables in cookline cooling drawers. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw seafoods / fish over cooked lobsters. walk-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw seafoods over cheese, sliced roast beef, dressings. cookline cooler drawer.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw beef over raw shrimp in cookline cooling drawers. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. seafoods / fish. walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
3/21/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. sanitizer bucket in cookline handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. in server station dairy cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease. hoodfilters.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. cutting Lemons / Oranges / Fruits at bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. when putting on and changing gloves. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. server station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw beef over raw pork and uncooked potatoes in walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw chicken over seafoods / fish in walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
1/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. handwash sink filled with discarded ice by produce walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. in storage room by produce walk-in cooler.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fan guard in walk-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. when putting on and changing gloves. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. by dishwash area.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. seafoods in walk-in freezer off cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken next to hot dog franks in cooling drawer on cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. seafood. Corrected On Site.
8/15/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. In bar area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Glass\racks
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. At bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Bar area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. At bar area Corrected On Site.
1/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/30/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product.All food in walk in freeze at 54-55 degrees F.- See stop sale on paper -
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All food iwalk in freezer-at 54-55*F. This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.Demi-glase sauce- Mahi sauce- This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Mahi sauce- Demi glase This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Walk in freezer- This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. Bread crumbs bucket
  • 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. Failed to wash hand before changing gloves Corrected On Site. This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Critical. Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site. This violation must be corrected by : 08/28/10.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler drawer Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. By server line
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. By server line
8/27/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. In reach in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in freezerfloor. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Walk in freezer
1/20/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/12/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Chicken in long term reach in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.Bar area
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Bar area
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Under dishwasher
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar area.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by dead roaches found. One dead by cook line
  • Observed food debris accumulated on server and bar area floor.
10/6/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Foods properly cooked/reheated
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Plumbing installed and maintained
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
7/27/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/5/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 1/15/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/15/2008Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/2/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/2/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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