Taco Bell #17693, 40976 N Us Hwy 19, Tarpon Springs, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TACO BELL #17693
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 40976 N Us Hwy 19, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689-5446
License #: 6213630
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 09/03/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink,lime scale build up.
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. Kitchen.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.On hood.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit reach in freezer on cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease,also stained black by kitchen hand wash sink.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.Ice in it. **Corrected On-Site**
09/03/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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. Cheese
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Near fryers
2/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Near back exit
9/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Next to fryer
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. Dining room
5/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tile missing. Near walk in cooler
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Food containers across from three compartment sink
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in freezer floor
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Plastic lids not inverted, near drive thru
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Across from three compartment sink
12/3/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. plastic food container above three compartment sink
7/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. pans across from three compartment sink
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. three compartment sink
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. in bucket
3/1/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. foo containers next to three compartment sink
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. on shelf across from three compartment sink
10/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Critical - Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
7/5/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic containers on shelf in dishwashing area
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. women restroom Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. accumulated ice on shelves , walk in freezer
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. high chair in dining room Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. urinal * service scheduled for repair
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of lids, storage area
  • Critical - Observed toxic item (pain medicine) stored by napkins ,on shelf in drive thru area Corrected On Site.
1/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. metal pans on shelf in dishwashing area
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. lids not inverted on tray at register Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of food containers in dry storage area Corrected On Site.
  • Indoor garbage storage area lacking adequate capacity. bags of trash on floor at back exit
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.wiping bucket Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only. box/bags of trash in front of back exit
10/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. warmers by office
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. metal pans on shelf , dishwashing area
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. under ice machine
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. near ice machine Corrected On Site. floor mopped, pan placed temporarily under ice machine
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. above taco make station
2/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. bulk rice lid broken with gaps in lid below back prep sink Corrected On Site. plastic wrap covering provided
  • 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.l nonhandled container in bulk rice Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. lids to bulk foods broken located below back prep sink
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.storage shelf for cups at drive thru window
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. dishwashing area
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic and metal containers on shelf , dishwashing area
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. lids to cups and small plastic containers not inverted by drive thru and steam table areas Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink faucet not accessible for employee use at all times. handsoap dispenser obstructing faucet , back kitchen handsink
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
10/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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