Sonic Drive-In, 1908 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Sonic Drive-In
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1908 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
License #: 6113008
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 10/31/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Next to 3CS **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door **Warning**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. WIC/RIC **Warning**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Cook line RIF **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Cook line **Warning**
  • Basic - Light not functioning. WIC **Warning**
  • Basic - Lime scale build-up inside ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Above 3CS **Warning**
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Spray bottle containing a food product not labeled. Oil **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Next to beverage machine **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil/salt shakers/bulk containers. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Not in use ice in soda dispenser ice bin ice not properly protected from contamination. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Line cook washed hands in 3CS **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men room **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **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. Onion ring batter in WIC **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Commercial spray container in mop sink. **Warning**
10/31/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Reach in freezer.
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Above soda dispenser.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. By office.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. By office.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Cook line area.
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. Handsinks.
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade trays used for food storage - direct contact with food. Onion rings.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • 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.
6/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Water leaking from spray hose at 3 compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
1/27/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Food warmer station by deep fryer.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • 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 - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
8/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair. Loose tiles. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Above bag in box. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with black debris in dishwashing area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Cheese/milk/creamer/other dairy products cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream mix - walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ready to eat-TCS corn dogs(beef) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Walk in cooler maintaining at 45?F. **Warning**
5/9/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair. Loose tiles. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Above bag in box. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with black debris in dishwashing area. **Warning**
5/9/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onion in kitchen.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Lime buildup in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
1/10/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(walk in cooler) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed broken thermometer in holding unit.(by office)
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.(20 seconds)
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
9/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(walk in cooler)
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.(front)
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade tray used for food storage.(onion rings)
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(squeeze bottles)
3/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.(inside bulk food container)
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.(bowl of cut lemon)
  • Observed leaking faucet at plumbing fixture.(rear)
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
11/1/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.(warmer by deep fryer)
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.(walk in cooler)
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.(front)
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in ceiling.(front)
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers/trays used for food storage. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
7/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Circuit breaker box blocked and/or inaccessible. For reporting purposes only.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted. Repeat Violation.3
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.(20 seconds) Repeat Violation.3
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers/trays used for food storage. Repeat Violation.4
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.(above prep table)
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
3/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours.(chili) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.(walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.(20 seconds) Repeat Violation.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.(no date - outside by tankless water heater)
  • Observed nonfood-grade trays used for food storage. Repeat Violation.3
  • Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up/soiled.(walk in cooler and reach in freezers) Repeat Violation.3
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(3 compartment sink area)
  • Ceiling tile missing.(above mop sink)
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.3
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.(sanitizer bucket)
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted. Repeat Violation.
11/17/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.(walk in freezer)
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.(20 seconds)
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.(no date)
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.5
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.3
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.4
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.(walk in cooler) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.(by office)
  • Observed leaking faucets at plumbing fixture.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.(exterior) Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
8/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(reach in cooler)
  • Observed nonfood-grade trays used for food storage.(breaded onion rings)
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.4 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.3
  • Observed walk in cooler gasket area with slimy/mold-like build-up. Correct on Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.(by cook station) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.(both exterior spigots)
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.(by cook station)
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(by office) Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulated dust.
5/12/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.(walk in cooler and reach in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.(walk in freezer) Corrected On Site.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(reach in coolers)
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.3
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(hood filters) Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of hot water.(by cook station)
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
1/25/2010Routine - 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.(walk in cooler)
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(soft icecream)
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(hood filters)
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.(walk in cooler)
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.(by office and storage shelves) Repeat Violation. o
  • Critical. Hot water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of hot water.(handsink by office)
  • Critical. Observed chemical hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust.(by soft icecream machine)
  • Observed moldy air conditioning vent covers.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
7/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/24/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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