Thai Basil Westbay, 1700 West Bay Drive, Largo, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: THAI BASIL WESTBAY
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1700 West Bay Drive, Largo, FL 33770
License #: 6215711
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 10/17/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Food dry/ and frozen being stored in holding units with no means of locking in outside open air storage room. **Warning**
10/17/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Pots and pans stored in outside storage room in open air environment in room without four walls. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach found under the three compartment sink in the kitchen. 3 dead roaches found on shelving under prep table in kitchen near coffee machine and rice cooker. 8 dead roaches under sushi bar area in between two under counter refrigerators. One dead roach in the refrigerator under the sushi counter, which is not being used. 3 dead roaches found on shelf a of dish ware near hand sink in bar area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored outside. Operator has boxes of noodles and boxes of oil stored in an outside open air area without four walls. **Warning**
  • Basic - Paper towels used to line food in storage containers in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reuse of single-service articles. Reuse of plastic containers for sauces. **Warning**
  • Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups and lids, cups and lids and to go boxes stored outside in an open air non walled room. **Warning**
  • Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Food dry/ and frozen being stored in holding units with no means of locking in outside open air storage room. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked noodles 50°F, cooked rice 50°F. Cooked at 6:30 am, stored in refrigeration at 9:30 am checked temps at 4 pm. Soy paste cooked previous day temp 49°F **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Half and half 49°F, lettuce in water 49°F, sprouts in water 44°F , lettuce in water 49°F shredded lettuce 52°F, in reach in cooler on cooks line raw chicken 40°F -47°F , raw beef beef 46°F. Corrective action taken operator packed items on ice. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Presence of ants in bar area of restaurant. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit. Raw beef over raw shrimp in reach in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Three live roaches found under hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. The roaches ran behind the cove molding on the base of the floor and wall. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Five rodent droppings found behind ice machine in outside storage area. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. eggs ambient air 49°F in walk in cooler. Corrective action taken, had operator move items to working coolers. Operator packed some items in ice. Operator called repair tech to come fix walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Half and half containers bulging, cooked rice and noodles and soy paste. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Tools in hand wash sink by three compartment sink. **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. Soy paste, cooked noodles, homemade sauces in walk in cooler. **Warning**
10/16/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.measured 111°
  • Basic - One Dead roach on premises. Under dishmachine, area cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
  • High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. One individual lemon , walk in cooler, discarded **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprouts 46° , placed into ice bath ,recheck 41° **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Fresh salmon portions cut on premises and frozen
1/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Inside freezer
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Cutting board , sheet pan stored on floor , items not in use , removed from area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water measured at 84° **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprouts on cook line 48°, placed into ice bath **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw fish above prepped ginger , walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Sushi rice
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Brown rice 48°, walk in cooler , lid removed , placed into ice bath
7/12/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed 2 moderately dented cans. One can bamboo shoots, one can pineapple chunks
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. Colander in handwashing sink, sushi bar area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Plastic cup inside containers, multiple locations: simple syrup , sugar
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Serving spoons in water measuring 88? next to rice cooker **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed one dead roach on premises. In corner under prep table
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawing in standing water. Bag of shrimp on drain board next to sink. Placed under running water **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bin of sugar
12/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. ambient cooler temp measured at 64 F; kitchen NOTE: stop sale issued on tuna and cream cheese; other non potentially hazardous foods moved to working cooler
  • Critical - Observed handwash aids at a non-handwash sink. soap and paper towels provided at utility sink ; front line
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. plastic deli cup inside bulk salt bin Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. scoop for rice stored in standing water measuring 89 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw tuna and cream cheese measured at 64 F - kitchen Corrected On Site. stop sale
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw chicken above cooked noodles and beef ; cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw fish above prepped vegetables ; walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food. plastic 'domino sugar' bag contains spring rolls - reach in freezer
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). raw tuna;cream cheese measured at 64 F ; kitchen
8/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Damaged food not properly segregated. one severely dented can - bamboo sprouts Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. side of stove
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. approx 5 on glue trap Corrected On Site. glue trap removed and replaced
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. cup in handwash sink Corrected On Site.
  • 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. inside bulk flour bin Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. inside bulk sugar bin Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. kitchen
  • Critical - Observed one severely dented can - bamboo sprouts Corrected On Site. removed from inventory
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw chicken above pineapple - cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. plastic deli tubs
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. ass't bugs in glue trap on floor behind rack of canned goods Corrected On Site. removed and replaced
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. sushi rice Corrected On Site. stop sale
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. fresh salmon rec'd;cut;wrapped and frozen for consumption as sushi not date marked
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked rice - walk in cooler
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk flour bin
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugar bin
2/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. turned off at spigot under sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed 3 dead roaches on premises. dishwashing machine area Corrected On Site. area cleaned
  • Critical - Observed empolyee wash hands with no hot water. hot water restored Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. behind Beverage Air cooler
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of mold-like residue. inside Beverage Air cooler [unit unplugged]
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. ckd rice - walk in cooler
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. removed from front door for cleaning and not replaced Corrected On Site. sign replaced
10/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. turned off at spigot under sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. cases of asst products Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit reach in freezer
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cheese rolls - reach in freezer
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugar, flour bins
6/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Deep fat fryer installed without 16-inch separation from open flame. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. turned off at spigot under sink Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. tray next to cook line
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. asst products in chest freezer
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugar bin
2/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed one rusted can - chocolate pudding
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. sushi cut on premises, stored in freezer not date marked
  • Critical. Damaged food not properly segregated. one rusty can [choc pudding]
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. outside storage area
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. fabric partially covering emergency exit in dining room For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed unused opening in panel box unprotected. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Identity of food or food product misrepresented. imit crab mis-spelled on sushi menu [only 1 item - crab stick roll] Corrected On Site.
10/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.on top shelf over deli style cooler
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. case of paper towels stored on floor in sushi bar area
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. at employee hand sink in kitchen Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
6/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/27/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 02-27-1 Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days. on salmon used for sushi
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sushi rice made yesterday 79 degrees left out overnight note operator discarded product
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint. missing on person doing food prep
  • Violation: 18-04-1 Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. missing at employee hand sink in sushi bar area
  • Critical. Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. missing at employee hand sink in sushi bar area
12/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. salmon used for sushi
  • Critical. Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days. on salmon used for sushi
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sushi rice made yesterday 79 degrees left out overnight note operator discarded product
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. touching of veggies Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. missing on person doing food prep
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. use of bambo rolling devise for sushi
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. observed 2 old dry rodent droppings on shelfs on back dock
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. missing at employee hand sink in sushi bar area
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. missing at employee hand sink in sushi bar area
10/13/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 5/5/2009Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
No report available. 5/4/2009Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
No report available. 12/11/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 12/10/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 11/13/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 9/8/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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