Longhorn Steakhouse Of Tampa, 2055 N Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE OF TAMPA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2055 N Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33607-2542
License #: 3910221
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 8/12/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Box of bread **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and bulk
  • High Priority - Dented can present. Storage **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
8/12/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Reach in coolers.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Reach in coolers on cook line.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
3/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed in a durable manner. cloth under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris in/on reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed dented can. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee drink on slicer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair. back and front reach in coolers.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. plastic bottles on cook line.
8/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. gaps in flooor on cook line. tiles broken.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units. cook line
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in coolerl
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwaves soiled.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. vacuum breaker at mop sink broken.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. plastic dispenser bottles on cook line. sauces and dreasings .
5/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. dish washer Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, or smoking area causing possible cross-contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. handsink in kitchen -cooks line
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. mop sitting in bucket in closet by server area
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour bin label worn off. Corrected On Site.
12/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris on/in reachin c0ooler gasketsl
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting boards. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom. leaking
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reachin cooler gaslets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. box of opened rice not covered in storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. dishroom
6/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. spaces between floor tiles on cook line.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. end of cook line near bar.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on outside of reach in cooler doors on line.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets on cook line.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. back corner next to 2 door freezer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. back 2 door cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwaves soiled.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. sugar bags.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. south end of cook line.
2/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting board
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. at ice machine.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 2 door and 3 door reach in freezer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 2 door reach in cooler.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. chlorine
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of microwaves soiled.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. containers.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter and side faucet.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen Corrected On Site.
8/2/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. opened container of shredded hashbrowns.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. freezer door gaskets.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. on line
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cook line
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris. inside light shields in kitchen.
3/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented can.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in on line.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 4 door reach in
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. 4 door line
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. under dish washer drain board.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
10/20/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/2/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/13/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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