Marlin Restaurant, 102770 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Marlin Restaurant
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 102770 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
License #: 5401684
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 09/16/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
09/16/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
09/15/2014Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. **Corrected On-Site**
07/23/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair. Kitchen
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 3 CS NOT WORKING. NO WATER TO SINK, FALLING OFF WALL, NO LEGS ON ONE SIDE.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.WIC
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. RIF ham ,sausage not covered or wrapped
  • Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Metal top Prep table has a tear in surface.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Behind Dish machine.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Outside in back area empty meat boxes on ground covered with flies.
  • Basic - Walk in cooler Ceiling soiled with debris and mold like substance.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • 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.
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Metal prep table with a torn surface that is full off debri. ,
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation room or area.
  • Intermediate - No cold running water at three-compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
5/15/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Top of oven.
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Inside dish machine and on dish rack in dish machine. Also inside dish machine fill resevior.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair. Kitchen
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 20 dead roaches through out kitchen,
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - Dishware not cleared of gross food and waste prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 3 CS NOT WORKING. NO WATER TO SINK, FALLING OFF WALL, NO LEGS ON ONE SIDE.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.WIC
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. RIF ham ,sausage not covered or wrapped
  • Basic - Food stored outside. Chest freezer, WALKIN cooler , oven and proffers are all outside in back with no enclosure but with overhead protection.
  • Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Metal top Prep table has a tear in surface.
  • Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Behind Dish machine.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Outside in back area empty meat boxes on ground covered with flies.
  • Basic - Walk in cooler Ceiling soiled with debris and mold like substance.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • 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.
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 live roaches in food prep area near slicer, Observed 20 live roaches on dish machine.
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 50 dried rodent droppings on window sill behind reach in cooler, and under table holding slicer. 25 dried droppings in dry storage area.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Metal prep table with a torn surface that is full off debri. ,
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation room or area.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No cold running water at three-compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
5/14/2014Complaint FullEmergency order recommended
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Large amount of unused equipment/supplies present. **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.under three compartment sink in the front **Warning**
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.oven **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. **Warning**
4/16/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hole in wall.under the dish machine **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Large amount of unused equipment/supplies present. **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.under three compartment sink in the front **Warning**
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Warning**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover. **Warning**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.in all cabinets **Warning**
  • Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.in the back area **Warning**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler.fish in the same pan with beef **Warning**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.oven **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. **Warning**
2/7/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation room or area.
9/27/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator.
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Front counter sink
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Front counter empanadas **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Raw chicken over vegetables inside walk-in cooler
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Inside bread holding unit
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • 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 - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation room or area.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter sink
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
7/23/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing. Woman's bathroom.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven. Top
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator. On line
  • Basic - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. On top of dirty oven surface. See Stop sale
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Dry storage
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. By big oven
  • Basic - High Priority - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Dead insects inside tube light shields in kitchen.
  • High Priority - Cut tomatoes cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Pastries at 126? **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Went from raw eggs to ready to eat **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food on top of the dirty surface of the oven with no protection and direct contact.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
1/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-16-1 Observed food stored in a prohibited area. COOLERS OUTSIDE WITHOUT LOCKS.
  • Violation: 15-38-1 No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Critical - Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Violation: 27-16-1 Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical - Violation: 30-11-1 Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical - Violation: 31-08-1 Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. kitchen.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-04-1 Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. out side the walk in cooler.
  • Violation: 37-12-1 Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable. walk in cooler ceiling with rust and damage.
  • Violation: 37-20-2 Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Violation: 42-11-1 Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
7/25/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable. walk in cooler ceiling with rust and damage.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. out side the walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. kitchen.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. under the prep table, and over the oven.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area. COOLERS OUTSIDE WITHOUT LOCKS.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw eggs next to vegetables.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken over ready to eat food in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. in a shed that is not clean and leak when rains.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed soiled walk-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. in walk in cooler.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. kitchen
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. in the kitchen.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
7/20/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.beans,pork from previous day
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked with utensils in dishwashing area
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.3 compartment sink
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.womans bathroom
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.dumpster enclosure in front counter
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.inside cabinets
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.someareas
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dry rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.closet in outside area
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.no mopsink installed
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.bag of onions
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.units used for bread storage
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.walkin cooler shelving heavily rusted
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.storage
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.beans,pork from previous day
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.ham and cheese
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.raw eggs over cooked beans
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.to go containers
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.backdoor area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.someareas
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.beef empanadas ,meat stuffed potatoe in front counter Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.pork,beans Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.spoons and forks
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/20/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro [EXPIRED ]
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.inside cabinet
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.no mopsink installed
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.units used to store bread
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.sauce
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.toaster
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.stuffed potatoe ,beef empanadas
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
7/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.front
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.inside walk9n door
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.front
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.kithen
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.mens bathroom
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.front
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.back
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
12/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.pork
  • 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.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.inside walkin door
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.wall behind prep table
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.front
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.front
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.kithen
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.front
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.kithen
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.walkin floor
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.not latest
7/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Repeat Violation. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Reach-in cooler not cleaned prior to accumulation of soil residue.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Plumbing improperly installed.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Outdoor refuse area not curbed and graded to drain.
  • Garbage enclosure not properly constructed.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. DRY
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Observed container of flammable material stored in establishment. For reporting purposes only.
11/9/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed non-bagged garbage in dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
8/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/18/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 1/12/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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