- Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water under prep table of dessert prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** standing water from leaking water filter in oven area of kitchen
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09/25/2014 | Complaint Full | Call Back - Complied |
- Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water under prep table of dessert prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable surrounding drain in dish wash area **Warning**
- Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor surrounding clean dishware pans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Observed meat blood on floor inside walk in cooler holding raw meats. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested two sanitizer buckets with both quaternary test kit and chlorine test kit and both tests showed 0ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Warning**
- Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
- Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. **Warning**
- Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to two compartment sink at salad prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located at two compartment sink in salad prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Intermediate - Two handsinks located inside woman's restrooms are not functioning properly. No water is running from either handsink. **Warning**
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07/10/2014 | Complaint Full | Warning Issued |
- Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable surrounding drain at dishwash area. **Warning**
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4/15/2014 | Complaint Full | Call Back - Complied |
- Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. **Warning**
- Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 11 dead roaches throughout establishment. Observed one dead roach next to date marking printer, observed one dead roach under prep table, observed three dead roaches next to exit door and boiler room door, observed two dead roaches next to ice machine, observed two dead under can storage area, observed two dead under storage shelf. **Warning**
- Basic - Floor area(s) (walk in cooler) covered with standing water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable surrounding drain at dishwash area. **Warning**
- Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in dry storage / walk in cooler hallway area. **Warning**
- Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil inside sanitizer bucket located next to kitchen wok area. **Warning**
- Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer at 150ppm inside sanitizer bucket located next to handsink at drink station in salad buffet area. **Warning**
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooked/heated yesterday/on a previous day not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within a total of 6 hours. Food has been cooling overnight. Observed two pans of ribs at 47° and 46°F. Operator discarded product. **Warning**
- High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed dessert display case (a shelving type display displaying desserts where customers can grab the desserts themselves ) completely lacking a sneeze guard. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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4/14/2014 | Complaint Full | Warning Issued |
- Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under soda syrup storage racks.
- Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair surrounding drain at dishwash area.
- Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered. Observed seasoning containers holding seasoning but lacking cover **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Pipe under ice cream cooler broken causing water from dipper well to drain out onto floor. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers on light bulbs in back dry storage hallway.
- Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from dishwash machine. Water is able to drain into floor drain.
- High Priority - Self-service dessert buffet(holding cookies and other desserts) lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
- Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located in far wait station and meat cooler room, as well as handsink located next to two compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located next to two compartment sink behind buffet. **Corrected On-Site**
- No current insurance inspector's boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed document stating boiler inspected on 2/6/14 but certificate not yet received.
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2/18/2014 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water surrounding raised drain at soda syrup storage shelf. Also observed water from dishwash machine draining onto floor.
- Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at dishwash area.
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed seafood fillet stored over peeled avocados. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
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12/17/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
- Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink located at handsink next to cashier/drink preparation area. **Warning**
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4/5/2013 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in crack between equipment and wall. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit(ice cream scoopers) **Warning**
- Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed pans of meats and cooked vegetables held at room temperature while waiting to be put in oven for reheat. Observed foods at room temperature approximately 30 minutes. **Warning**
- High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed back up from floor drain in water heater room. Observed waste water puddle surrounding drain.Also observed water draining from two compartment sink ( used for preparing potatoes) and water backing up onto floor of food prep area. Employee swept water back into drain and inspector observed waste water drain into drain.Hot water area is in an isolated location. Repair on order.24 hour callback per Tony Posa. **Warning**
- Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink located at handsink next to cashier/drink preparation area. **Warning**
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4/4/2013 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Critical - Boiler certificate not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only. Observed on panel of boiler that maximum btu is 745,000.
- Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink(cashier/beverage prep station)
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit(utensils stored in bucket of water at dessert station and salad prep station.) Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed live flies in salad wait station area.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
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10/22/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Violation: 14-33-1 Observed equipment in poor repair. [4 fryer baskets with exposed/broken wire ends.]
- Violation: 15-31-1 Observed dish room exhaust vent inadequate. Dish area has heavy steam buildup and black, mold-like spotting building up on ceiling. Condensation builds up on dish room ceiling dripping onto floor, counters and racks of clean dishes.
- Violation: 23-04-1 Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface dish room walls and ceiling.
- Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris on brooms and in dustpans hanging on walls throughout kitchen. Items are not properly cleaned after use.
- Critical - Violation: 27-16-1 Hot water not provided/shut off at buffet line and kitchen employee hand wash sinks. Hot water is available at meat walk in cooler hand wash sink. Repeat Violation. Upon callback on 1.17.2012, buffet line sink still without hot water.
- Violation: 39-06-1 Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam, vapors in kitchen dish room.
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1/17/2012 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- Critical - Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. [Asian beef at buffet at 91degF] Corrected On Site by discarding and replacing.
- Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at buffet line and kitchen employee hand wash sinks. Hot water is available at meat walk in cooler hand wash sink. Repeat Violation.
- Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification and no one certifed at this location.
- Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
- Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
- Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
- Observed build-up of food debris on brooms and in dustpans hanging on walls throughout kitchen. Items are not properly cleaned after use.
- Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface dish room walls and ceiling.
- Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. Corrected On Site.
- Observed dish room exhaust vent inadequate. Dish area has heavy steam buildup and black, mold-like spotting building up on ceiling. Condensation builds up on dish room ceiling dripping onto floor, counters and racks of clean dishes.
- Observed equipment in poor repair. [4 fryer baskets with exposed/broken wire ends.]
- Observed in-use utensil stored in soiled dipperwell. Corrected On Site by unclogging drain and sanitizing dipperwell bay and replacing utensils..
- Observed in-use utensils at buffet grill station stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. [Water 82degF and heavily soiled.] Corrected On Site.
- Observed loose pipe seal in walk in cooler. Water builds up on floor.
- Plumbing system in disrepair. [Dessert station dipperwell not properly draining.] Corrected On Site.
- Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam, vapors in kitchen dish room.
- Wet mop not hung to dry. [2 mop buckets of soiled water in dish room with mops stored in water.]
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. [Wet, soiled cloth stored on rolling cart next to trays of clean utensils.]
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. [100ppm at several wiping cloth buckets.] Corrected On Site.
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11/15/2011 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Critical - Boiler certificate not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
- Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Pasta/meat salad area of buffet line food temperatures between 45degF and49degF. Foods at this station held by Time Control as observed by time stickers for each food item (2 hours maximium). Unit ambient air is 41degF.
- Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture at hot water side of dish machine side spray sink.
- Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Handsink by dish room only reaching 90degF. Boiler shut off (turned back on by manager during inspection.) Corrected On Site by turning boiler on. Water temperature re-tested to 100degF at dishroom side of building hand sinks. Buffet line at salad side still at 90degF. Repeat Violation.
- Critical - No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only. Manager states boiler is only 6 months old. Nearly expired certificate is only document provided. Repeat Violation.
- Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. [small waitstation]
- Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Salad bar prepared salads and meats at buffet held in table unit held in thick ceramic bowls acting as insulators for food. Unit has ambient air of 41degF.
- Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Approximately 5 total throughout establishment.
- Critical - Observed obstructed kitchen exit by meat room, blocked by cart of watermelons. Corrected On Site.
- Observed plastic utensil holders at plate stations set inside metal cylinder holders that are soiled with accumulated residue.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food held using time as a public health control with a time marking that exceeds the establishment's 2-hour time hold at salad buffet side. Meats and prepared salads have tome mark from 1:00pm-3:00pm at 3:24pm during inspection. Marked items not changed out per management's requirement. Proper paperwork to use Time As A Public Health Control is not provided.
- Observed residue build-up in metal silverware holders at plate stations. Metal units hold plastic silverware baskets.
- Observed residue build-up on door tracks of ice machine in kitchen.
- Observed soda machine nozzle platforms with accumulated slime/debris.
- Plumbing system in disrepair. Salad buffet area hand sink cold water handle stripped. Cold water side shut off.
- Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. One wiping cloth bucket used for table cleaning at 100ppm. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Thermotape (Inspector's) failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Heat booster for machine is turned on. [Ecolab called immediately.] Establishment has their own thermaStrips to test for 60degF temperatures. Three attempts were tried to get correct sanitizing temperature. Corrected On Site by turning main boiler on.
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7/25/2011 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Violation: 24-08-1 Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Stainless pans wet nested. Repeat Violation.
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7/13/2011 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. [54degF ambient air in Delfield upright freezer. Observed cook removing foods and not fully shutting door. Foods slacking.]
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Stainless pans wet nested. Repeat Violation.
- Critical - Observed 1 live fly in buffet area near salad bar prep table.
- Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. [Pepperoni station items on ice that is not to level of food in container and foods are in plastic pans which are insulating the food.] Corrected On Site by adding ice to surround full sides of pans and putting foods in metal pans.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor. [Bag of carrots, salad side walk in cooler.] Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed frozen potentially hazardous food slacking at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. [Breaded shrimp, Delfield upright next to soda box shelving across from deep fryer.] Corrected On Site.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. [Grill utensils stored in greasy, 86degF water] Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. [Pizza station pepperoni and cheese on ice at 63degF] Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. [Open bags of sunflower seeds and peanuts on dry storage shelving.] Corrected On Site.
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm at salad side wait station. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100ppm at salad station prep area. Corrected On Site.
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7/11/2011 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. [Wet nested stainless on open rack] Repeat Violation.
- Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory in meat cutting room. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. [Handsinks and prep sinks on buffet line at 89degF] Corrected On Site by adjusting boiler. Repeat Violation.
- Inadequate number of trash receptacles in establishment. [Meat room needs trash can for meat room hand sink so operator can throw away towels without handling large under-counter trash can.]
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on soda motors, lines and rack system at box racks.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on vent in bakery area.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. [Several cutting boards heavily groved with dark staining.]
- Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. 2#10 cans od tomato sauce. Corrected On Site by manager removing from service.
- Observed employee with no hair restraint while icing desserts at station.
- Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth. [Partial box of tomatoes moldy; stored on lower prep shelf in cold prep area.] Corrected On Site by manager discarding tomatoes.]
- Critical - Observed small flying insects in buffet area at grill center area.
- Critical - Observed trouble/alarm light lighted on fire alarm control panel. For reporting purposes only. [in boiler room]
- Plumbing system in disrepair. [Hot bar hand sink hot water handle shut off at lower valve due to stripped handle that will not shut water off at sink.]
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. [several buffet line containers] Repeat Violation.
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6/2/2011 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Shrimp and spinach dip.
- Critical. Observed uncovered orange chicken sauce container in dry storage area uncovered.
- Critical. Observed dishwasher handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in handling clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
- Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Hand sink hot water handle stripped/not functioning at nacho station buffet area.
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength at several buffet line containers. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. ObsErved several stacks of clean dishes on crates at dishwash line wet nested.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Stainless steel pans wet nested on cookline rack near buffet-entrance door (close to deep fryer).
- Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink at nacho station buffet area.
- Critical. Hot water at 72degF at all buffet line hand sinks.
- Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. [at left side of cookline] Corrected On Site.
- Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. Under 4 burner stove next to Garland unit. Repeat Violation.
- Observed wall in disrepair below/behind dish machine. Several tiles missing. Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Hand sanitizer stored on counter in dining area where sanitizer may drip or dispense onto clean eating utensils.
- Critical. Current Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. 2010 license posted.
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12/8/2010 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
- Critical. Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold.
- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength at dessert station.
- Observed soda box lines with accumulated slime/debris.
- Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. [4 burner gas stove along wall]
- Wall not smooth and easily cleanable behind ubderside of dish machine. Tiles missing, paper backing exposed.
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9/29/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning removed from original package. Corrected On Site.
- Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. Dipperwell off at icecream station. Corrected On Site.
- Observed equipment in poor repair. Plastic storage container lid [raisons] cracked/broken, jagged pieces.
- Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
- Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
- Observed clean equipment stored on floor. Baking pans
- Plumbing system in disrepair. Kitchen preparation sink missing hot water handle.
- Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.[pastry area]
- Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
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3/31/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.[walkin cooler]
- Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Shelving in dish room.
- Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. Clean dishes and pans stored on sirty shelving in dish room. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Buffet area
- Garbage in receptacles not protected from insects and rodents. Observed dead insects around dumpster.
- Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. [Establishment under rennovations]
- Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Establishment under rennovations and some floor tiles missing in sections of kitchen.
- Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Dishwash area.
- Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen around floor drain at cookline /grills & fryer area, and dishwash area.
- Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
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8/13/2009 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
- Plumbing system in disrepair. Handsink in prep area leaking onto floor. Repeat Violation.
- Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handsink prep area.
- Floors not constructed easily cleanable, throughout kitchen grout missing between tiles, some tiles broken or missing,and water and debris collecting. Repeat Violation.
- Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Where tiles are missing water and debris have collected. Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Boiler certificate not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
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7/6/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 2/26/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 10/6/2008 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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