Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse / East Buffet, 2300 W Sr 434, Longwood, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: ICHIBAN JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE / EAST BUFFET
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2300 W Sr 434, Longwood, FL 32779
License #: 6904848
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: 8/2/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Critical - Violation: 09-05-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. plastic bowl used as scoop in corn starch container
  • Violation: 14-50-1 Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. sides of fryes
  • Critical - Violation: 27-16-1 Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. sushi bar on 8/2/12 handle is busted
  • Critical - Violation: 35A-08-1 Observed live flies in kitchen.
8/2/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - All Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Sushi bar
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Hallway
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. sushi bar
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. sides of fryes
  • Critical - Observed dead roach in employee restroom
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Lemon.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Chicken in the walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Fortune cookies
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Soy sauce
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. container of chicken and container of shrimp on floor in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed food stored on walk in cooler floor. chicken/duck
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. wringing out towels
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • 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. plastic bowl used as scoop in corn starch container
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed mild buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed nonfood-grade bags used for food storage.
  • Critical - Observed paper towel used as a food-contact surface.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Krab sticks
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored above cooked ribs
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken above raw fishe
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Chicken and crab in the walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Sugar
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. Mop sink
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
6/1/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. employee restroom
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. wait staff 2
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. wait staff area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Hand sink in wait staff area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Hand sink by warewash area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Wait staff area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. using a bowl for scooping ice Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Squid stored above RTE Vegetables. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toilet not clean in employee restroom.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Japanese Bread Crumbs
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knives stored between prep table and wall
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. squid found at 104 degrees on the buffet
11/28/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-24-1 Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw beef stored aboved cooked chicken in the walk in freezer
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Food in the walk in cooler.
11/2/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Bowl as a scoop for rice.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Hand sink by dish machine area
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler across from fryers.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Sushi cooler
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. top of white deep freezer.
  • Observed cardboard used as a pan liner.
  • Critical - Observed cases of seafood stored on walk in freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Lemons
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Knives.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. California roll found at 68 degrees and shrimp/salmon roll found at 67 degrees on buffet
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna found at 45 degrees in reach in cooler. Advised
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken stored above raw beef in the walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw beef stored aboved cooked chicken in the walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Rice
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Food in the walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Salt
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ice cream in the walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. hand sink in sushi bar
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Sushi 80 degrees.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet/ice cream had customers scooping their own ice cream.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar, salt, etc
10/31/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/10/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Noodles, herbs on buffet line must be covered. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Food not stored in a dry location that is not exposed to splash. Open bowl of batter stored by handsink. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. employee restroom
  • Critical - Handwashing soap Not dispensing at handsink in back room.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Front room by kitchen.
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with required language provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No person on duty in charge of establishment. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No proof of Certified Food Manager for establishment. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training has been completed. Certificates mudt be filled out. This violation must be corrected by : 5/10/2011.
  • Critical - No soap at handsink near rice bags.
  • Observed build-up of grease on sides of fryers.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth on vegetables. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth used to hold cutting board steady.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Warewashing area.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Boxes of Fortune cookies and tea. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Several items in handsink.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed open bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta salad, 52F. Krab salad, 51F. Buffet line. Less thsn 1 hour. Advised to keep under Time.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sushi found at 55 degrees. Operator discarded. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Shrimp
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw Squid above cooked crawfish
  • Critical - Observed raw chicken thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Soup cup used to scoop rice.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue on plastic storage containers. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Sugar. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Household Ortho.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/11/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, MSG not labelled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sudhi, 54F; dumplings, 67F. Product was improperly stored above load kine in cooler. Operator discarded sushi returned sushi to bottom of unit.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh Garlic in oil mixture, 74F; held off temperature control. Cook states 30 minutes, placed in ice bath.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Chicken, duck cooling in covered containers.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. Oil jugs, tempura batter.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Boxed cookies.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Open flour bag, open lugs of dry foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Breading, fried noodles. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Paper towel for covering produce. Need Cheese cloth. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used for covering sushi rice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Employee scooping ice with a cup with no handle. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Knives stored between wall and table. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spoon. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table.
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area. Fly strip over prep sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue on plastic food storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood filters.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. At mopsink and floor drains in warewashing area.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Salad bar bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Cup with no handle used to scoop dry foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Grill area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Warewashing area.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Soap stored near rice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Windex stored by dry foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical. Employee training not completed. Certificates must be filled out.
11/19/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. Must have this by the next routine inspection.
9/9/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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