Cafe Largo, 99530 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CAFE LARGO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 99530 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037-2454
License #: 5402095
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: 5/1/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
  • High Priority - Fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter or product containing fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter mixture held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.kitchen
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
5/1/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. White chocolate drops container on the floor (produce cooler).
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Placed over ice machine no underliner plate or container .
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Sauces and bread baguettes.
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two tomatoes filets cans dented. Discarded on site. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Raw chicken stored over cut and ready to eat artichokes. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged. Beef over clams and prociutto at freezer . Uncovered and portioned by establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen area.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Towel bucket stored inside.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. No original document to be seen by Management.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna, cooked chicken.
12/19/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Container of pepperuccini **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Covering lettuce **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - no vermin present. Backdoor.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
4/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.By front counter and by dishwasher area.
  • Critical - License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Kitchen and Dishwasher area.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.Covering lettuce.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.Chef
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.Grocery bags storing vegetable/bread in reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.Seafood and Beef Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored.Container of bleach next to cracker meal on shelf. Corrected On Site.
11/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.coffe station
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.bar area
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.coffe station
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar area
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.walkin cooler doorhandle
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.bar area
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over condensed milk
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.cicken over veal
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust.by ice machine
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
5/2/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.Walk-in cooler
11/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.bar area
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.And wall column
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Shelfs in walkin
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
4/20/2011Routine - 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.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.freezer
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.not current
  • 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
12/7/2010Routine - 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.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.produce walkin
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
4/13/2010Routine - 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.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
12/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/26/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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