Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, 8850 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 8850 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821
License #: 5808102
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 5/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface./ under neath soda dispenser
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner./ ice buckets not inverted
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered./ salad dressing not covered
  • Basic - Interior of all microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Old debris on clean dishware/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. and under 3 bin sink
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit./ sliced tomatoes 47°f, salsa 46°f, cut lettuce 47°f, unit does not have a working ambient thermometer, cook stated items put in cooler 2 hrs ago, manager moved products to different cooler to rapid chill, put in new thermometer and will monitor unit.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine./ slider doors have build up
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit./ thermometer broken **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. and grooved
  • Intermediate - Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling./ manager on site states has his certification but doesn't have a copy, called another manager in Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
5/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
12/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bar floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Basic - Cook line cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair- appetizer unit not holding product at 41° or below.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength- 0 ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit- queso 45° and sour cream 47°. Product was portioned/prepped during lunch set up 5-6 hours prior; all items moved to freezer for rapid chilling.
5/28/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Dish machine **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
3/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface, at dump sink at bar
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved, next to reach in cooler stainless steal double doors, inside kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing, by evidenced of food debris and stickers.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface, bar and kitchen drains
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin, at bar. And also outside of the main ice machine.
11/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.100ppm
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.glasses at the bar Repeat Violation.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.broken floor tiles kitchen and dish area
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.through out
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.throughout kitchen and restrooms
  • Observed green cutting board badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed heavy buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed salt pellets stored on the floor in mechanical room
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.server line
  • Observed wall moderatly soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
5/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior and exterior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair, reach in cooler at corner of kitchen dripping water.
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris, at the bar.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb at mop sink Y hose connection. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
12/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Saute make table cooler at temperature between 50 and 60 Degree F. Operator removed cooked chicken from cooler and iced all other potentially hazardous food. Corrected On Site.
  • Food storage containers not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Several cold holding units with no thermometer. Corrected On Site. Operator provided thermometer s.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on side of dishmachine. Under dishmachine.
  • Observed hood filter in poor repair. At cook line over grill.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. At handwash sink located in cook line and on top of dishmachine.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken at 52 Degree. Out of temperature 1.5 hours. Corrected On Site. Operator quick chilled chicken.
  • Critical - Observed raw beef stored over cooked ribs. In walk in cooler. Corrected On Site. Operator removed cooked ribs and stored on bottom shelf. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed sauted cooler in poor repair. At cook line.
  • Observed several cutting board grooved and no longer cleanable. At back kitchen preparation area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Under dishmachine.
  • Several food storage container not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. At storage and inside cooler.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. At mop sink Y hose connection. Corrected On Site. Operator removed Y hose connection.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container with no label. In dry storage room. Corrected On Site. Operator labeled sugar container.
5/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed unwashed vegetables stored with other ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. In walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw beef stored over ready-to-eat cheese. In reach in cooler located in cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed all cutting boards in cook line grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. At cook line over fryers. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime. At bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture. By evidence of water inside meat cooler located in cook line.
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture. By evidence of heavy ice on floor. Inside walk in freezer.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. At bar sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle. At bar and dishmachine area. Corrected On Site.
11/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container inside ice cream cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on bulk ice unit in poor repair.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor in dry storage room. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed hot shot roach and ant killer stored on shelf by back door. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
4/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Pegboard not removable to allow cleaning of wall.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelving in dishroom rusted and flaking.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength; rear prep area and expeditor station. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall in disrepair at end of cook line where FRP covering is bulging.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Walk in cooler before cage.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled cooler/dispenser for sanitizer.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
9/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/16/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 4/15/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/29/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 10/27/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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