Caffe Abbracci, 318 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CAFFE ABBRACCI
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 318 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134-5011
License #: 2319344
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 5/6/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
  • Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee's bathroom.
  • Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Inside the walk in cooler
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At server station, bar area **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Paper towel used as liner for food container.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Bottled wines stored in ice used for drinks. Operator discarded ice.
  • 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. 0 ppm, chlorine.
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler. Raw chicken over raw beef **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Repeat Violation**
5/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • 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. Garlic and oil mixture at 80 f, kept on prep table by cook line
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Utensils in container in standing water inside the hand wash sink.
4/11/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves next to kitchen entrance
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Next to steam rable
  • Basic - Clean equipment stored on floor. Cutting boards
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Cutting board
  • Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Spoon/knife
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee's bathroom.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. On top of equipment, there is small oven to reheat bread. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer. Ice cream
  • Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Working container of food not labeled in English.
  • High Priority - Cooked rice/pasta hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Pasta 80 f
  • 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. 0 ppm
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands.
  • 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. Garlic and oil mixture at 80 f, kept on prep table by cook line
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee rinsed gloved hands and did not change gloves **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing splash guard in warewashing area.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation room or area. Establishment has a wine/coffee station next to kitchen. As per person in charge, employees prepare drinks and coffee at this station. Establishment has a bar area by entrance, there is a Hand wash sink missing in this area. There is a 3 compartment sink, where employees are washing utensils an glass ware.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Utensils in container in standing water inside the hand wash sink.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. manager showed up during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's 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.
10/10/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.all kitchen shelf
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Kitchen
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair.reach in cooler glass door
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cooking area
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Most area
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Lime scale build-up inside ice machine.
  • Basic - Mats and duckboards not removable or easily cleanable.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. Most coolers
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Most kitchen hand sinks
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.most cooler
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair. Kitchen most areas
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust. Kitchen
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.kitchen clean where needed
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Next to fryer kitchen
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Cook
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. All coolers
  • Intermediate - Metal stem-type thermometer not readily accessible for use.
  • Intermediate - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.all coolers
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
5/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.(post health policy)
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.(prep sink)
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(reachin cooler next to cook line)
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.(waiters station)
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.(walkin cooler)
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.(walkin cooler shelves needs cleaning)
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw beef next to vegetables
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw beef over ready to eat food.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
6/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW CHICKEN OVER BEEF AND VEGETABLES
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. GARLIC OIL IN KITCHEN
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • 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.
10/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
5/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. No tag on fresh shellfish.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. CHEFS
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
11/15/2010Routine - 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. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
6/15/2010Routine - 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. walking coolER .
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. walking cooLER .
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Critical. Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use. wasHING hands.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. coffee room.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. butter refrIGERATOR .
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust. wall fan area.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. kitchen fans.
12/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor. (WALK IN COOLER)
  • Critical. Violation: 09-04-1 Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 10-08-1 Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. (BAR)
  • Critical. Violation: 12B-07-1 Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 29-17-1 Waste line missing at soda gun holster. (BAR)
8/6/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 6/3/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 11/20/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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