Outback Steakhouse, 45 Plaza Dr, Palm Coast, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Outback Steakhouse
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 45 Plaza Dr, Palm Coast, FL 32137
License #: 2800632
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 08/12/2014

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Inspection findings

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Type

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  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Open Drain at Ice machine line
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Standing water in cooler at bar. Water dripping onto floor **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Food containers under plumbing : wait station line handwash sink **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. Numerous at cookline **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At Dishmachine line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers On rack by Dishmachine line .
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in store room. Lid open on Bulk food containers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Produce with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Moldy Oranges in walk in cooler . Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Shell eggs In soiled trays in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Faucet by Dishmachine line
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. At bar.
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reads 20°f in ambient of 40°f: cookline cooler . Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded . New installed . **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Cracked plastic lids : on rack **Repeat Violation**
08/12/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Fryer screen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Cell phone on prep table **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Standing waters in cookline cooler
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Kitchen
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Numerous **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above prep table
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
2/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - 4-603.15(A) **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. Soups /sauces in Walk in Cooler not labeled
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Oil containers stored under plumbing
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cookline cooler
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Broken handle on cookline microwave
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Standing water in cookline cooler
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To-go containers at bar
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Cut onions, seafoods **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Au-Jous sauce at 52° f , cream onion sauce at 46°f : ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES) in Walk in Cooler
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Sauces in Walk in Cooler at 46°-52°f ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES)
  • Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Au-Jous sauce at 52°f, cream onion sauce at 46° : ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES)
  • Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Cracked plastic covers
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked items in Walk in Cooler
8/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In spice container
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. At bar
  • Basic - Employee belongings stored with restaurant foods : bags /jacket **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler / kitchen
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. At dishmachine
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature gauge(s) on dishmachine.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Rinse solution not clean. At dishmachine
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Item by wait station
  • High Priority - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
  • Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
4/3/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLOCKED BY EQUIPMENT Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. REAR PREP AREA
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINERS
  • Critical - Observed APRONS stored improperly. NEXT TO PANS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. TO GO CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. FAUCET AT DISHMACHINE LINE
9/4/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. MIXING BOWLS Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. HANDSINK AT COOKLINE END Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLOCKED BY EQUIPMENT Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. NUMEROUS AT PREP AREAS Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOOD FILTER
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. EXCESSIVE BUILLD UP OF ICE IN REAR OF REACH IN COOLER : WAIT STATION
  • Critical - Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use. ITEMS/UTENSILS IN HANDSINK AT DISHMACHINE LINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth. MOLCY LEMON MIXED WITH GOOD LEMONS Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site. ICEBIN
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. NUMBER
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. ITEMS NOT INVERTED ( BAR )
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. ITEM UNDER PLUMBING Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. NEXT TO CLEANED PANS Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
1/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. EMPLOYEES RESTROOM
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. WORN , MISSING GROUT, TILES NUMEROUS AREAS IN KITCHEN
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. TEABAGS UNDER PLUMBING :
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. DISHMACHINE
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINERS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. CANNED DRINK OVER LIDS Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. COUNTERS and SHELVES
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. ONE LARGE DEAD ROACH BT DRY STORAGE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. NUMEROUS AT COOKLINE
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. UNDER TWO COMPARTMENT SINK : REAR PREPLINE
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF EQUIPMENT : MICROWAVE
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. BY SUGAR CONTAINER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. BACK DOOR
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. BAR
8/1/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLOCKED BY GARBAGE CONTAINER
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS OVER HANDLE
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINER
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. OIL CONTAINER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth. LEMONS - VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. UTENSILS STORED IN HANDSINK - NUMEROUS
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. SPRAY BOTTLE NEXT TTO BREAAD Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. WALKIN FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. BY DISHMACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
4/22/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. BOWL AS SCOOP Corrected On Site.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINER Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. WORN SPATULA Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
1/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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. NO HANDLE ON SCOOP FOR UNCOOKED RICE
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. ICE BUCKET CHIPPED
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. WAITSTATION REACH IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. "WET NESTING"
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. AT DISHWASHING AREA
  • Drain cover(s) missing. UNDER CHEMICAL STORAGE
  • Critical. Backflow preventer missing at hose bibb. DISHWASHING AREA FAUCET
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. STORING DISHES
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. COOKLINE
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. HAT ON COOKLINE
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
5/19/2010Routine - 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. RIBS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. NUTS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. SERLOIN AT 44 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CONTAINERS AND LIDS HOLDING FOOD Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. CHIPPED ICE SCOOP
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. SHELVING AND CABINET INTERIORS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. WALK IN COOLER
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. SPLASHING FROM HANDWASH SINK
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. WET NESTING IN DISHWASHING AREA
  • Critical. Establishment drainage system not designed properly. WATER FROM DISHWASHING MACHINE BACKING UP ONTO FLOOR
  • Drain cover(s) missing.
  • Critical. Backflow preventer missing at hose bibb.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. COOKLINE
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT
  • Observed wall in disrepair. IN STORAGE AREA
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. KEG COOLER
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. DISHWASHING AREA Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Circuit breaker box blocked and/or inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. BLOCKED BY KEGS
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unaware of the sanitizer usage in bar area.
10/21/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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