The Copa And Tropix Restaurant, 2330 South Pine Ave, Ocala, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE COPA AND TROPIX RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2330 South Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
License #: 5202227
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 4/8/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. Case of water bottles . **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar area .
4/8/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling fan had accumulation of dust/debris. Employee restroom .
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Prep area
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handsink bar area
  • High Priority - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Sour cream Dated 11/2/13.. VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chicken wings and mozzarella cheese .
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Bar area . **Corrected On-Site**
11/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling over oven in disrepair.
  • Basic - Plumbing on evaporator pan in walk in cooler in disrepair.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on drain board of triple sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bar area **Corrected On-Site**
5/29/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. (Must use triple sink until repair is made).
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. under leaking evaporator in reach-in freezer.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Near reach- in cooler.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. BUTTER.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed evaporator dripping water onto food product.
  • Critical - Observed sanitize spray bottle stored on cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cheese Sauce. Food may not be served.
12/3/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. Big 5 foodborne illness bacteria.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee's bathroom.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing sink in employee's restroom. Corrected On Site.
  • Light not functioning in kitchen area.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Food may not be served. MILK opened on 3/26/12 still in bar cooler. Voluntarily Destroyed By Owner. Corrected On Site.
4/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair over oven.
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked. BBQ, and Chicken Wings.
  • Critical - Observed toilet dirty in womens bathroom.
10/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink in employee restroom lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of a rust-like substance in ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed employee bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical - Observed shortning stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed spray cleaner stored near hamburger buns, and onions.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Food may not be served. Cheese Sauce, Butter, and Milk. Corrected On Site.
  • Water filter to ice machine EXPIRED. Dated 6/25/10.
5/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cheese, & Shelled Eggs Food may not be served. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. SOUR CREAM.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of a rust-like substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink in bar area lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
11/10/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
6/28/2010Routine - 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. CHEESE. Corrected On Site.
  • Water filter to ice machine has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Dated 4/1/08.
  • Observed residue build-up in hand sinks.
  • Observed a black & brown residue build-up in mop sink. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Toilet partition lacking to partially conceal occupant from outside view because door does not lock in employee restroom..
  • Critical. Toilet stall door or partition missing for bathroom with more than 1 toilet/urinal facility. Public Restroom.
  • Observed food, trash, & footprint debris accumulated on walk-in cooler floor.
  • Observed hole in ceiling above oven. Ceiling being repaired.
  • Critical. Observed Greased Lightning improperly stored on top of pizza oven. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in bar area. Corrected On Site.
1/4/2010Routine - 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. MILK in bar area.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Chili in prep. cooler.
  • Observed residue build-up in mop sink.
  • Critical. Observed 2 dead roaches in womens bathroom Corrected On Site.
  • Light not functioning in walk-in freezer and over oven.
  • Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
8/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/29/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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