La Pequena Colombia Espress, 6204 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LA PEQUENA COLOMBIA ESPRESS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6204 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
License #: 3917122
Total inspections: 8
Last inspection: 10/27/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.dirty knives in pan with clean knives **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. **Warning**
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.box of tomatoes and potatoes **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.tongs hung on oven door handle **Warning**
  • Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.rear area **Warning**
  • High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.use talapia for ceviche undercooked fish **Warning**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils.stainless steel cleaner on lowest shelf with clean pots by three compartment sink **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.instructed on proper order for wash rinse sanitize **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food.thermometer provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
10/27/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.rinsing silverware **Corrected On-Site**
5/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Walking or driving surfaces not maintained.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
1/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Walking or driving surfaces not maintained.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.faucet at rear mop basin
10/23/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin.
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.front hand sink
3/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/5/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. This violation must be corrected by : 11-19-12.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.filters
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.hood
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 11-19-12.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
9/19/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.hood and filters
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.
4/17/2012Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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