Ocean Prime, 2205 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: OCEAN PRIME
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2205 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607
License #: 3916526
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 07/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line. Boards are chipped on edges.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Some sinks have improper signage. Must have "employees must wash hands".
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Pineapples one can. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of rust like substance in the interior of the ice machine. On metal ridge
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Cook line
07/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. Cook line
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Cook line
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin. Bar
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen bar
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • 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. Squeeze bottles bulk containers
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored in food preparation area with potential to cause cross contamination.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Dish room sink
3/26/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting boards have cut marks and are 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 - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dish room
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Cook line
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No hand washing signs provided at hand sinks used by food employees. Rest rooms
  • 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**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish room
  • Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
  • Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Hand wash sink in dish room.
8/5/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bulk food scoop handle in contact with food product **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cutting boards on cook and prep line.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Foot pedals on one sink in kitchen missing and cold valve not working at one.
  • Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Mushrooms **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Outside/inside bar.
  • Basic - Wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on line.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Inside door
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Dish room **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Booster heater not turned on. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Line sink
2/20/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Front bar. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Cook line
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Cook line
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front bar. Dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles of wine and butter. **Corrected On-Site**
11/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. server/bread Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.
7/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. 1 unit cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. on cook line.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. items in basin at bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed rusted can. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. oils and water
3/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. In kitchen prep line and bar area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Large ice machine in kitchen
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed cutting boards in poor repair
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. In storage Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. In kitchen area
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on potatoe slicer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. RIC on prep line
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Spoons on prep line
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. In bar areas Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. At bar area Corrected On Site.
10/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. outside bar
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. cook line
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walk in freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. cook line
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. line Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. 1 lid broken, does not close properly.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. foot pedals for cold water missing at 2 sinks back line.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
4/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided. new menus do not have advisory. given advisory and it will be put at front host station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bottle on line with clear liquid inside.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. 1 2door on line
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. on cook line
  • Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
10/29/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in's
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. opened bag of fry mix. 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 or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. on line
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. wait station
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty racks, vestibules. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Corrected On Site.
  • Waste lines missing at all soda gun holsters.
6/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. dairy products
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed paper towels used as a food-contact surface. under cutting board.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. on line
  • Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. waiting for hobart service.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. dish room Corrected On Site.
1/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. oils/sauces on line
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under 1 cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoops with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler left end of cook line.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/chipped and no longer cleanable.
  • Wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. pans on top of hand sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. inside main bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. inside second bar Corrected On Site.
8/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/15/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/16/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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