Charcoals Latin Grill, 11401 Nw 12 St #e510, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHARCOALS LATIN GRILL
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 11401 Nw 12 St #e510, Miami, FL 33172
License #: 2328634
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 09/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In reach in cooler for drinks
  • Basic - Employee using tongs to handle raw animal food and then ready-to-eat food without first washing, rinsing and sanitizing tongs
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Salsa
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tongs **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed.
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
09/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
2/6/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
9/11/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
  • High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
2/21/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.Ice bucket
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.Broken glass cooler door
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in mop sink area.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Mop sink faucet
8/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Light not functioning.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Repeat Violation.
7/24/2012Complaint FullAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. beans
  • Critical - Violation: 03D-05-1 Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. beans. according to manager, beans were cooked yesterday in the afternoon, current temp at 48 F in center at 3:30 pm the next day.
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-23-1 Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken over yuca
  • Critical - Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.reach in cooler by cook line
  • Critical - Violation: 22-26-1 Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. in reach in cooler by entrance to warewashing
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. walk in cooler
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. by backdoor
5/3/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. beans. according to manager, beans were cooked yesterday in the afternoon, current temp at 48 F in center at 3:30 pm the next day.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. cup without lid in prep line
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. vents inside walk in cooler
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. walls inside walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. in reach in cooler by entrance to warewashing
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. by backdoor
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. door in reach in cooler by cook line. right door.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. french fries box Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. rinsing utensil
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken over yuca
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. spatulas
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beans at 48 F
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.reach in cooler by cook line
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. shrimp, fish
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. beans
3/2/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. OVER PREPARATION STATION
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. INSIDE REACHIN COOLER RAW MEATS OVER POTATOES
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. CHICKEN OVER FISH INSIDE WALKIN COOLER
  • 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.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
10/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
1/28/2011Routine - 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. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
9/21/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). PINTO BEANS (57F) DONE ON : 04/04/2010. 20 lbs container.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. DESSERTS AT REACH IN COOLER.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. FISH FILETS ON PLATE (COOKED) (115F).
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. PINTO BEANS (57F) DONE : 04/04/2010. 20 lbs.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. RAW CHICKEN AND RAW PORK OVER PLANTAINS CASE.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. BY COOK LINE.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Light not functioning. COOK LINE . ONE LIGHT OUT OF TWO.
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. LICENSE : 28 seats. ACTUAL SEATING : 80 seats.
4/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. POULTRY OVER YUCA (COOKED CASSAVA). Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
11/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 22-24-1 Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. BY NEXT WEEK ALL SOILED BLUE ONES MUST ME DISCARDED . (UNABLE TO CLEAR SOILED CRUST. CONTRARY TO COMPLIED ON THAT AN ADMISTRATIVE COMPLAINT WILL TAKE PLACE FOR CRITICAL REPEATED VIOLATION.
7/22/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/21/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative Complaint Time Extension
No report available. 5/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 1/30/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/19/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/29/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/25/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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