Blackfin Bistro, 918 Duval Street, Key West, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BLACKFIN BISTRO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 918 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040
License #: 5428002
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 07/25/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. Faucet
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.Repairs during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Evidence of wastewater dumped onto ground.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.Freezer
07/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.Bread
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Interior of ovens soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Squeeze bottles
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.Kitchen shelves
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Ham
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food.Hollandaise
2/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
10/7/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling lights had accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Kitchen shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.next to door
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Dish shelves in kitchen
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Squeeze botles **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
8/6/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Cloth used as a -contact surface.Wine glasses
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.squeeze bottles
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk **Corrected On-Site**
3/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical - Employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.Light fixtures
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
9/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.bottles
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.rice,oranges
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.chopper
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed screen in window missing right by cookline
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
4/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Observed hole in ceiling. BY DISHWASHER
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead flying insects on light covers.
10/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust/potential for crossscontamination. PERSONAL FOOD STORED ON TOP OF STORED FOODS
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. AT THE OUTSIDE BAR HAND WASHING SINK
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. SEVERAL PHF FOODS PREPARED THE DAY BEFORE
4/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/30/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. ICE BIN NEXT TO HAND WASHING SINK MISSING SPLASH GUARD
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. UNWRAPPED STRAWS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro
9/27/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters not equipped with a drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro
6/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. OBSERVED NO HANDWASH SIGN
  • Critical. OBSERVED NO TOWELS AT HANDWASH SINK
  • Critical. OBSERVED NO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION
  • Critical. OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE TRAINING
10/27/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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