Taverna Opa, 404 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: TAVERNA OPA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 404 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL 33019
License #: 1618513
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 10/8/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.dry storage
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.onions bag dry storage.
  • Basic - Interior of ice bin has foil inside lid. Not smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked by buckets **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
10/8/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.beef/butter walk in **Corrected On-Site**
8/12/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface, inside storage compartments.
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair, RIC lid in disrepair, cooks line.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves, dinning room area, waitress station, COS
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. wood containers and plastic lids broken.
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated on Dishwasher's floor standing racks.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers, hood and dish room.
  • Basic - Lights out, hood system.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair, RIC, cooks line.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler, beef, desserts.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris, also rusted.
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster, dinning room.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean, left inside WIC.COS.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area, soda dispenser, dinning room area. Extermination in progress, see 29.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Flan Greek dessert 71 f, prep area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food found greater than 47 degrees Fahrenheit but less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit more than six hours. See stop sale. Greek flan dessert, 2 pans of about 10 pounds each, left uncovered on a rack overnight, with a temperature of 71 f. COS, PRODUCT DISCARDED.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food, Row lobster over veggies and sauces, WIC.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin, dinning room.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits, RIC gaskets, cooks line.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of water residue, cooks line, see 14.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked, beef, lamb, pork, desserts, WIC.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled, Windex.
5/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/17/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical - Handwash sink needs splash guard, prep area.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.See 32, 12a.31.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.3 compartment sink and dishwasher machine dump sink.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.Beef over cooked meat. wi cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.veggies, rice, eggplant, wi cooler.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.Cook.
12/13/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.Rice, wi cooler, discarded. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Tiles in disrepair, prep area.
  • Critical - Handwash sink needs splash guard, prep area.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Pots in it, Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.Kitchen, Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Fish reach in cooler .
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.Front line.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on storage shelves throughout prep areas.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.See 32, 12a.31.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Gaskets, reach in cooler lids.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair, missing panel ice machine.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair, reach in cooler lids.Front line.
  • Observed nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.3 compartment sink and dishwasher machine dump sink.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.Beef over cooked meat. wi cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.Veggies, wi cooler.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.veggies, rice, eggplant, wi cooler.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.Cook.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse, 10 pounds of rice, 57 F longer that 12 years. Improper cooling.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
10/12/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.broken exit sign/kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.dish area
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.line
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.keys on prep Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.take ous not inverted Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.cake reach in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.cooked pasta reach in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.potatoes walk in Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
1/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.reach in used for storage unplugged
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.filled with metal pai 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 equipment in poor repair.reach in used for storage doors to be removed
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.box eggplant walk in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.soup 2nd walk in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.metal pailin it Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.purse Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area prepared.potatoes walk in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.bread rolls Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.lasagna Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.squeeze bottle Corrected On Site.
8/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.reach in lid hinges broken
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.broken tiles
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.interrior of end line cooler has insulation showing
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.intertior reach in lid coming off
  • Light not functioning.hood
  • Light not functioning.second hood
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.dish area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.line
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.near walk in
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.front grate missing from reach in
  • Critical - Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.eggs/prep
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.sauce,cut potatoes,boxes food walk in.
  • Critical - Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only.near pull station
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.handbag on prep
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.pork,chick pead,potatoes, walk in
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.salami, mousaka, chick peas walk in
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.line
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.walk in
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.squeeze bottles reach in
3/17/2011Routine - 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.chicken wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.ribs wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.sauce wic
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.shrimp/sauce ric Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.sauce wic
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.sauce wic
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.potatoes wic
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.cake wic
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.fish wic
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.scopping ice with container
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.exterrior ice machine door
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.wic
  • Critical. Observed toilet seat broken/ladies
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.cement uneven/front line
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.kitchen,not dining room. mgr says cleaning kitchen.
8/9/2010Complaint FullInspection 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.mousaka wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.chick peas wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.mashed wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.stuffed peppers wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.sauce wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.orzo ric
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.sauce ric
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.squeeze bottle ric
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.grape leaves wic
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.dw area
2/11/2010Routine - 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.cheese wic
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.beans wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.lasagna wic
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.stuffed peppers wic
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.beef/lemon wedges wic
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.using glasses to scoop
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.extertior ice machine
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.many areas
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.wic
  • Observed hole in wall.
8/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/9/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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