Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 1520 Babrock St, Melbourne, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1520 Babrock St, Melbourne, FL 32901
License #: 1505642
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 08/27/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Heavy Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Old labels residue stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Reeducated washed to in lettuce then cut **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Several Food storage container lids cracked or broken.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with heavy rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance on/around tea dispensing nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Finish station cooler.
  • Intermediate - Heavy Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Light Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturer's instructions.8-16-10. Found invoice **Corrected On-Site**
08/27/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles./ walk in coolerandfreezer
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack./ slicers on shelf
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils./ by microwave and on clean dish rack
  • Basic - Food stored on floor./ whey
  • Basic - Heavy Black Soil residue build-up on the interior rims of the coolers smoothie area
  • Basic - Moderate Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving/ equipment
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair./ cooler # 2
  • Basic - Sanitizing solution not maintained clean.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses./ smoothie line
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name./ whey
  • Intermediate - Heavily Encrusted material on can opener blade.
6/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - All Wire shelving moderately soiled with food debris.
  • Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen./ romaine lettuce/ and whey in office **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Cutting board has heavy cut marks and is no longer cleanable./ portable
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils./ coffee on smoothie prep table **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair./ glass bottom of the top microwave chipped
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has moderate accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored in a clean, protected location./ bulk turban do powder **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair./ # 2
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface./ exterior if the turban do powder container
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on the interior lip of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions./ last date on filter for change is 3/11
1/31/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - 4-603.15(A) old labels stuck to clean contIners
  • Basic - Cutting board has heavy cut marks and is no longer cleanable./ 1st reach in cooler
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting./ cambros 3 compartment sink area
  • Basic - Food stored on floor./ whey protein office
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container./ container of whey protien
  • Basic - Several Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name./ whey protein **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage _ direct contact with food./ for bulk whey protein
  • Intermediate - Interior of smoothie reach-in cooler moderately soiled with accumulation of food residue.
9/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils./ drink stored on top shelf of end prep line
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting./ plastic cam rows in the ware washing area
  • Basic - Moderate Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Portable cutting board Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination./ plastic knives in reach in cooler and lids for salads
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled./ chocolate spill
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above./ diced chicken, lobster bisque 122-125 degrees f f in warmer recommended rapid reheat to 165 degrees f - product re- temp now between 170-172 degrees f
  • Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves./ employee scooping ice
  • Intermediate - Heavy Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Moderately Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink./ employee hand sink by walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
5/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
  • Observed fans in walk in cooler heavily soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Critical - Observed moderate buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed moderate encrusted, soiled material on tomatoe dicer
  • Critical - Observed not washing hands before putting gloves on Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
11/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container./different powder mixes for smoithies
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit./in any reach in coolers
  • Observed build-up of food debris, on cart holding toaster
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans./ 1 can of pineapples
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation without washing hands,before putting on gloves Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint./employee food prep Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food./wrist bands
  • Observed gaskets with moderate slimy/mold-like build-up./reach in cooler smoothie area
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage./for storage of drink powder mixes
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle./glass cleaner Corrected On Site.
  • Observed water draining onto floor surface./from reach in cooler
  • Critical - observed all employee training expired.training expired between 1 to 2 years must have employee training up to date by next unannounced inspection
7/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/3/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Heavy build up of grime inside prep sink.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.quaternary
  • Critical - Observed HEAVY buildup of slime on soda dispensing and tea nozzles .
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grime accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed heavy build-up of grime on smoothie shaker and bottom of blenders.
  • Observed heavy residue build-up inside handsinks
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in coolers moderatly soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed moderate to heavy residue build-up on exterior surfaces of icemachine and cook line equipment
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
1/31/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
  • Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed rust build up on blade.prep table in kitchen
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or on shelves on cook line
  • Observed clean lids stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board moderatly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.recommend resurface.operator ordered new ones but they have to be cut to fit. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave moderatly soiled.
  • Observed moderate build-up of mold-like substance on surface of RIC doors of misc cooler
  • Observed moderate grime accumulated on floor along walkin cooler and freezer.
  • Observed suffle cups stored without protection from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed torn curtain in walkin cooler
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris in prep area. Repeat Violation.
8/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours.blenders Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.Front line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.new boards on order. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed heavy build-up of mold-like substance on exterior bottom surface of blenders
  • Observed heavy food debris accumulated on kitchen floo under equipment .
  • Critical - Observed light encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed moderate build-up of food debris on exterior surface of RIC doors and oven handle
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.smoothie area
4/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed ALL cutting boards on cook line badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed moderate build-up of food debris cook line RIC gaskets
  • Observed drain tubes for icemachine with heavy slime/mold-like build-up.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.knives. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mops not hung to dry.
  • No copy of latest inspection report. Corrected On Site.
12/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.date on filters are 08.
  • Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.for washing
  • Observed RIC gasket badly torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed moderate encrusted material on can opener.prep table in kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.cook line sandwich make cooler
  • Observed gaskets with moderate slimy/mold-like build-up.fruit RIC
  • Observed 2 small holes in wall above 3 bay sink.
8/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed cutting board badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.3 cold well RIC.has resurfaced all other cutting boards.the one mentioned is on order. Repeat Violation.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.wooden shelf at smootie station
  • Critical. Observed moderate encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.by walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed moderate accumulated food debree walkin cooler floor.
  • Observed exhaust fans in public restrooms heavily soiled with accumulated dust.
3/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.cold well and prep Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.3rd cold well
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.causing an ice build up on the walkin frezzer floor.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles in kitchen above 3rd cooler
10/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/15/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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