Taco Bell #16507, 32899 N Us Hwy 19, Palm Harbor, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TACO BELL #16507
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 32899 N Us Hwy 19, Palm Harbor, FL 34684-3123
License #: 6213344
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 10/01/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Cracked floor tile at cashier area
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. Freezer
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
10/01/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In wlk in cooler
1/9/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Above three compartment sink
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Cheese, prep line
7/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Above three compartment sink
2/21/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. food containers on shelf near three compartment sink
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. plastic food container on shelf near three compartment sink
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. on prep line near three compartment sink
9/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. food containers next to three compartment sinj
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. salt on cookline Corrected On Site.
2/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. near drive thru
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.near mop sink
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. three compartment sink Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
9/23/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. rice bin
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
8/22/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris--door frames on warming cabinets by office
  • Observed door hinge not working properly--bottom heating cabinet closest to office
  • Observed walkin freezer has ice buildup on floor
6/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floor--under shelves
  • Observed ice buildup on walkin freezer floor.
4/1/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable...duct tape on metal shelf by bags on drivethru side of taco station
  • Critical. Observed interior of chips warmer cabinet with foods buildup in bottom. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of ice in walkin freezer .
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor...at employee station Corrected On Site.
12/10/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris---under top shelf steamer.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored...customers drink area..smaller lids need to be reversed
9/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed utensils in poor condition.[lids for bulk bins cracked and broken]
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.[prep table by tea urns]
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[ice buildup around equipment in freezer]
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.[reachin on drive through side of prep area]
5/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.shelves above burrito wrappers
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.shelves above main food prep area full of crumbs and debris
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.around registrr at drive through
  • Critical. Observed bathroom facility not clean. Men's restroom toilet, urinal and walls
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.3 ants on ladies restroom wall
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 ant by drive through handsink
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.2 ants on soda boxes under front counter
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.5 ants on soda boxes in back room
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.under tea table
  • Observed hole in wall.multiple small wall holes throughout
  • Observed hole in wall.around thermostat both of them
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.at buckets
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.at sink
1/21/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed employee cough, sneeze, use a handkerchief or disposable tissue, use tobacco, **eat,** or drink then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.on food prep line
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.prep table by tea
  • Observed hole in ceiling.above soda boxes
9/11/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/24/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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