Tijuana Flats Burrito Co, 1619 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TIJUANA FLATS BURRITO CO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1619 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
License #: 1622148
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 08/20/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's room .
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach was labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
08/20/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in hand wash sink on east wall.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In Ladies room.
1/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair next to draft beer dispenser. **Warning**
9/4/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 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. Water bottle in prep area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Beef in standing water. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair next to draft beer dispenser. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours.Chipotle sauce . **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.chipotle Sauce at 90°F **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.in prep area. **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 - No soap provided at handwash sink. In prep area. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At mob sink **Warning**
7/3/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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.Plastic container laying on sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash.Lemon and Lime at bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
1/11/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. wet nesting.
  • Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. frontline single door reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. storing wet-in use wiping cloth in kitchen handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal item stored with food. cellphone on food prep cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. beef. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. purple and yellow liquid cleaners in spraybottles in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
8/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.handwash sink by ice machine
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. obstructed by pots hanging on shelving next to handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. men's restroom .
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cutting boards hanging on shelving in prep area.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. takeout cups on floor by ice machine .
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. chemical cleaning bottles stored next to takeout lids. Corrected On Site.
1/30/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 09-01-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. at cheese container at cookline cooler.
  • Violation: 15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair, rusted bottom shelving on prep table near chip storage area.
  • Critical - Violation: 17-09-1 Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. no quaternary ammonia test strips available .
  • Critical - Violation: 22-18-1 Observed soil residue in chip storage containers.
  • Violation: 25-05-1 Observed single-service articles improperly stored. takeout lids not properly inverted .
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. near ice machine .
  • Critical - Violation: 41A-02-1 Observed toxic item stored by food. chemical bottles stored over olives in shelving by ice machine .
10/27/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. near ice machine .
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. no quaternary ammonia test strips available .
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 10/10/11.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used to store buckets. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice and scoop handle in contact with cheese at prep cooler. 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. at cheese container at cookline cooler.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair, rusted bottom shelving on prep table near chip storage area.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. takeout lids not properly inverted .
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in chip storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. chemical bottles stored over olives in shelving by ice machine .
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. rice at walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
8/10/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. front counter area, prrp area, dishwashing area.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. obstructed by buckets in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. SUMMIT beer cooler top in disrepair ,not smooth and easy cleanable .
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. guacamole and beef on ground by handwash sink in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used to store buckets. 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. at sugar bin. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. beef and guacamole. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. chemical bottles stored by clean equipment/utensils . Corrected On Site.
2/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. failed to wash hands after changing gloves, touching face and hat and returning to prep. Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. cellphone and glasses in food prrp area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. stainless steel cleaner next to takeout cups. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
8/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair , automatic paper towel dispenser not working at handwash sink by ice machine
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. at ice machine
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. ladies restroom
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. storing whisk inside handwash sink in front counter area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. in prep area
2/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.manager
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm,
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. by prepmcooler
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. by ice machine
  • Critical. Observed 1 dead roach by dry storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in prep area.
  • Ceiling tile missing. by dry storage area
8/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/3/2008Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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