Pollo Tropical #47, 16201 Sw 88 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: POLLO TROPICAL #47
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 16201 Sw 88 St, Miami, FL 33196
License #: 2327946
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 07/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cut tomatoes cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
07/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator.
  • Basic - In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
2/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. **Corrected On-Site**
9/23/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Bag of onions. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Diced vegetables next to hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing splash guard in food preparation room or area.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
5/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.freezer
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
7/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walkin Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
5/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.onions
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Corrected On Site.
10/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
4/8/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
2/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
8/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Reach-in cooler not cleaned prior to accumulation of soil residue.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
2/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • 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 soil buildup inside ice bin. Corrected On Site.
  • 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 gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
  • Light not functioning. Corrected On Site.
9/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
7/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/7/2008Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/19/2008Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 7/3/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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