La Pequena Colombia Restaurante, 6312 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: LA PEQUENA COLOMBIA RESTAURANTE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6312 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
License #: 3906307
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 09/16/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.end of cookline by stove
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.under hand sink in dish room **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.by dish machine **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
09/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.surface under grill
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.under hand sink in dish room
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.dish room
1/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By rest rooms
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.rest rooms
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked by equipment in bakery atea
10/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food storage area.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.kitchen
5/21/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.kitchen
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in cooler floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Chicken in pan on walk in cooler floor
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.cook line
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.dish room.
12/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.bakery area
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
7/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.filters
  • Dumpster overflowing garbage.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.bakery area
  • Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.bakery area Corrected On Site.
  • Open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.under hasnd sink dish area
  • Walking or driving surfaces not maintained.rear of building
  • Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
3/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hood suppression system tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.filterss
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.hood
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dumpster overflowing garbage.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.under hand sink rear prep area
9/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.bakery area
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.dish room
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.dish room
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.case of talapia on walk in cooler floor Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk in freezer
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.dish room under hand sink
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.filters for ice machine
2/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/20/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. (A) a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT that PACKAGES FOOD using a REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING method and Clostridium botulinum is identified as a microbiological hazard in the final packaged form shall ensure that there are at least two barriers in place to control the growth and toxin formation of C. botulinum.
  • Critical. Food maintained at proper temperatures
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Critical. Cross-connection, back siphonage, backflow
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Containers covered, adequate number, insect and rodent proof, emptied at proper intervals, clean
  • Outside storage area clean, enclosure properly constructed
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
  • Critical. Electrical wiring - adequate, good repair
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
8/17/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.2door reach-in
4/29/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.2door reach-in
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-04-1 Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. new bathrooms
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.dish washing area ,front service area
  • Critical. Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.front service area
  • Critical. Violation: 45-15-2 No placard placed near Class K portable fire extinguisher stating the fire suppression system must be activated prior to use of the portable extinguisher. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Violation: 45-39-2 Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.k class Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 51-16-1 No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. extensive remodel of dining room;added bar/service area and moved drink preparation station from back to south end of establishment , moved all tables,booths an minor interior walls,moved service counter and bakery display,added ajoining 600sq ft unit on north end of establishment to move and enlarged public restrooms This violation must be corrected by : 3/26/10.
3/26/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in ,storage reach-in
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. beef,pork in front display warmer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.chicken over cut veggies in walk-in
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.sugar
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooks line
  • Critical. Observed employee wash hands with no soap.front service area
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.2door reach-in
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.storage shelves
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.hos in dish washing area
  • Critical. Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. in new drink service area
  • Critical. Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. new bathrooms
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.front service area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.dish washing area ,front service area
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.front service area
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.dish washing area
  • Critical. No placard placed near Class K portable fire extinguisher stating the fire suppression system must be activated prior to use of the portable extinguisher. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.k class Corrected On Site.
  • No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. extensive remodel of dining room;added bar/service area and moved drink preparation station from back to south end of establishment , moved all tables,booths an minor interior walls,moved service counter and bakery display,added ajoining 600sq ft unit on north end of establishment to move and enlarged public restrooms This violation must be corrected by : 3/26/10.
1/26/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. in glass door reach-in
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.walk-in
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. in salt Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 2 door reach-in
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.line drawers
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. rice on storage surface in back
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.dish area
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.storage ,service area by employee restroom Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. in food service reach-in Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
9/8/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/12/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/11/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/13/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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