Cottage Cafe Of Largo, 607 1 Ave Sw, Largo, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: COTTAGE CAFE OF LARGO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 607 1 Ave Sw, Largo, FL 33770
License #: 6215820
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 7/31/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on dessert topping dispensing nozzles. hershey's and smucker's brands
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. utensils stored in dirty drawer
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. dishes; dinner plates on lower shelves of prep area
  • Critical - Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. GE cooler
  • Critical - Reach-in cooler not cleaned prior to accumulation of soil residue. wet towels in bottom of unit due to accumulation of water
7/31/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/22/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. front and side of stove
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. tray under fryer
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. china and uncovered plastic bins containing china on floir under coffe brew station
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. dishes on dirty shelves - cook line
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. waffle iron
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. cook line Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. GE cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. cook line
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. hotpoint cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. kenmore cooler
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. frgidaire freezer next to coffee maker
  • Critical - Observed rusted; slightly bloated can - apple pie filling Corrected On Site. stop sale issued
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind fryer;flattop gril cook line
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. gap at top of door to outside - dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment. repeat violations of multiple sanitary conditions - foods contact surfaces; nonfood contact surfaces; floors; walls; accumulated bugs in traps This violation must be corrected by : 06/20/12.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked pasta; cooked meatballs Repeat Violation.
4/17/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed bulk food storage containers soiled with accumulation of food residue. pancake mix; brown sugar
  • Critical - Observed interior of condiment storage bin soiled with accumulation of food residue. under coffee station
  • Critical - Observed interior of Coleman cooler cooler soiled with accumulation of water.
  • Critical - Observed interior of Maytag oven soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. kenmore cooler
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of water.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. top of kenmore
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of ice residue. frigidaire euroflair
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs above cheese - GE cooler
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. crumbs on shelves where clean plates are stored
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets - Randell cooler
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. bulk sugar bin loosely covered with foil
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. chef knife
  • Critical - Observed white plastic storage shelves soiled with accumulation of food residue. lower shelf ; below toaster
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. meatballs - hotpoint cooler
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugar bin
2/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. coffee urns Corrected On Site.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored on dirty shelf - under prep table
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw shell eggs above gravy
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw chicken above fresh vegetables
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. doors of equipment - coolers; oven
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. sleeve of cups on floor under handwash sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. opened box of soap pads above bottles of salad dressing
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind cook line
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. meat sauce; ckd pasta
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. shepherd's pie
10/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked by table
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. ingredients in plastic storage unit not stored 6 inches off the floor [dishwashing area]
  • Critical - Observed interior of plastic storage unit soiled with accumulation of food residue. dishwashing area
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. all units
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. 2 flies
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs above chocolate [GE refrig]
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. plastic deli containers stacked on drying rack next to 3 comp sink
  • Critical - Observed soiled shelves. under prep table, where dinner plates are stored
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind flattop grill
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. door in dishwashing room
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. ckd pasta, sauce [in GE refrig]
6/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. one panel missing For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored on dirty shelves
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. tins of crackers Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with soil deposits. crumbs inside oven
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. quiche
2/15/2011Routine - 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. macaroni salad
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. chicken salad
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. opened case containing packets of coffee Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. to be cleaned within 4 hrs of use
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty shelf [kitchen]
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers [under cook's line]
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. on shelf above foid prep table Corrected On Site. items moved to cabinet in restroom
10/21/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
6/17/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. missing on employee doing food prep
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. old dry food build up
  • Plumbing improperly installed.mop sink drain not connected
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
1/21/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Plumbing improperly installed. mop sink drain not connected to drain line
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Observed dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches near storage rack in pantry area
9/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/1/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/15/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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