Family Downtown Cafe (The), 702 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: FAMILY DOWNTOWN CAFE (THE)
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 702 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602-4418
License #: 3907069
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 11/15/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
11/15/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - High Priority - Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on the cooks floor near un-used stove.
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live slow inside un-used stove On cooksline.
11/13/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator. Front kitchen area.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Large ice machine in back.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Microwave with rust that has pitted the surface. Near salad prep station.
  • Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Near salad prep station and front kitchen area.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Near salad prep station.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in deli area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks-line and front kitchen near sandwich presser. .
  • Basic - High Priority - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead by the hand sink near dry storage.
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live slow near hand sink by dry storage room. 1 small on wall on cooks line.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Small kitchen near dish machine.
11/12/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/4/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Walk in freezer **Warning**
  • Basic - Cases of single-service articles stored on floor in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front kitchen area **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Self service not UHT **Warning**
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On front kitchen cooksline **Warning**
  • High Priority - Shell eggs held at room temperature with an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooksline **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front kitchen **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
6/27/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Using towel underneath cutting board in kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cracked in dry storage room
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Observed backflow/backsiphonage device does not meet construction/installation/maintenance/inspection/testing standards prescribed. Mop sink outside.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Large ice machine outside.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on back plate soda dispensing machine.
  • Critical - Observed dressing cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. Microwave near prep area and chopper.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Bixes of food. Walkin cooler and walkin freezer
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Box of lids front dry storage.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Inside mop sink
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Salad station
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Walkin cooler
10/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. at dishwashing machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. near cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw fish next to rew ground beef. Corrected On Site.
7/3/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.near mop sink also at handsink sandwich side
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.near mop sink
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.artichokes
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. cases of chips-storage room
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walkin cooler and freezer
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, or smoking area causing possible cross-contamination. employee drink stored in reachin cooler
  • Observed nonhandled containers used in food storage. plastic cup in parm.cheese
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw chicken over red sauce in reachin cooler
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
5/7/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. near mixer
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Near mixer
  • In-use microwave oven not meeting mandated safety requirements. Rusted on inside
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top shelve above bread
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Walkin cooler and walkin freezer - boxes of food
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. In main kitchen
  • Critical - Observed toxic items stored by food (flour in bowl) Cleaning products. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. In front kitchen area
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Reachin cooler in front kitchen area
3/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection 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 build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. shelves on cooks line
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. don't cover foods till cooled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. ice tea bags Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. spice containers
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. aluminum trays Corrected On Site.
  • Observed sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in kitchen area.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
11/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair in cookline area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, next to burner in hotline area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor, under shelves in dry storage area
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up, 2door RIC
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
4/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/29/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. womens restroom door left open.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions - no paper towels in womens restroom.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory - no soap at kitchen sink.
  • Critical - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. 3-compartment sink set-up.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit - displayed cooler.
  • 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
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Large containers of food covered in rach-in-cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor - sugar under steam table.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in storage area.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Observed cellular phone on cutting board and clothing on food storage shelf.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cheese in reach-in-cooler.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine in wiping bucket greater than 200ppm.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. Cheese at cooks line. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name - granola, sugar, etc.
1/25/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. cases of chips
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. before putting on gloves Corrected On Site.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 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.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical. Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Raid- labeled household use only
5/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. salt
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. red bull Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. numberous areas
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. by cooking equipment
2/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food with mold-like growth. beets, sour cream
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. bulk ham in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. KR07- salad side
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs over dairy reachin cooler
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.
  • Critical. Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Raid- for household use only
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
11/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. garbanzo beans
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. cold cuts,cheese
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. cook line
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs/ diary -breakfast line
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. soup spoons
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.mop sink
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.
8/19/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/2/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/9/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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