Green Iquana Bar & Grill, 2520 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: GREEN IQUANA BAR & GRILL
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2520 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607
License #: 3905733
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: 3/12/2012

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Inspection findings

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  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. back storage.
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. empty bucket replaced. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cook line
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. outside bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. outside bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. service bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. hand sink at bar.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometers in holding units. reach ins
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. (2)
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. old old reach in coolers.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. bulk rice Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk containers.
3/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/3/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. back prep taken off wall.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cook line
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. main bar
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. self service bar
  • Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment at this time. This violation must be corrected by : 10/29/11.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 10/29/11.
  • Critical - Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. sliding doors of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. (2)
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolers on line.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ice cream scoop.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwaves soiled.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. dairy milk
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. bulk food containers.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. forks
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.mop sink slitter.
8/29/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. bar sink inside.
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. outside/inside bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. outside/inside bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. kitchen/storage
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometers in holding units.
  • Critical - Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. inside
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. outside
  • Critical - Observed dented can.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolers.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. ice cream scoop.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. walk in cooler.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. bulk food containers.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of cups. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. wait station.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. box of sugar storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
4/15/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed dented cans.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar container back prep.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. salad cooler.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. sugar container. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. cook line coolers.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reach in coolers on cook line.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. cups in store room not covered. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. pipe busted at hand wash sink on north end of back prep.
  • Faucet/handles missing at plumbing fixture.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. north side cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. north side cook line. sanitizer no soap. Corrected On Site.
  • Ceiling tile missing. cook line.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. over kitchen food pick up counter.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. wait station. Corrected On Site.
11/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. on line in sray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. bar inside.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. no date
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. on line
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. both machines.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop splitter.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. back prep Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. service bar.
  • Observed hole in ceiling. open areas over ne.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. kitchen
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. server station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. wiping cloths Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottles. Corrected On Site.
5/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting boards. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. bulk container. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. bulk lid
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Hand wash sinks lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. store room
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
3/9/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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