Boathouse Oyster Bar (The), 288 E Hwy 98, Destin, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BOATHOUSE OYSTER BAR (THE)
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 288 E Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541-2374
License #: 5601713
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 11/13/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed for 40 seats, at time of inspection observed 199 seats. Provided seating change evaluation form at time of initial inspection **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). A handwash sink is needed with the addition of the exterior ice machine. **Warning** Upon callback received copies of original plans from Plan Review. After reviewing plans it appears an addition was added to establishment and no plan review was submitted. Multiple items have been rearranged in kitchen area. The exterior ice machine does not appear on plans, nor does the exterior bar. In addition, the mop sink has been moved from the storage area to an exterior only access area. Upon callback on 11/13/14 plans were approved, necessary changes have not yet been implemented as plans were only approved on 11/13/14.
11/13/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Accumulation of dust/debris on exposed studs/joists/rafters in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed for 40 seats, at time of inspection observed 199 seats. Provided seating change evaluation form at time of initial inspection **Warning**
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. In kitchen. **Warning** most has been covered, one small area not yet covered.
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by outside bar. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, to left of cookline. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning** dishwashing machine not in use at time of callback.
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). A handwash sink is needed with the addition of the exterior ice machine. **Warning** Upon callback received copies of original plans from Plan Review. After reviewing plans it appears an addition was added to establishment and no plan review was submitted. Multiple items have been rearranged in kitchen area. The exterior ice machine does not appear on plans, nor does the exterior bar. In addition, the mop sink has been moved from the storage area to an exterior only access area.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
10/09/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Accumulation of dust/debris on exposed studs/joists/rafters in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Exterior of spice container and breading mix container. **Warning**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, on reach-in cooler across from cookline. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed for 40 seats, at time of inspection observed 199 seats. Provided seating change evaluation form at time of initial inspection **Warning**
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. In kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by outside bar. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under ice machine, dry storage, and under equipment in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair by ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice making machine located outside. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture, by exterior mop sink. **Warning**
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** manager has signs and is waiting for wall to be repaired before posting.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. No screen doors or window screens present, flies present. **Warning**
  • Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Roof vent in kitchen not screened to prevent entrance of vermin. Also, observed large hole near door frame next to ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair by interior ice machine and several other locations in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, to left of cookline. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning** dishwashing machine not in use at time of callback.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. Expired on 3/3/14. Manager is registered for upcoming exam. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in men's restroom. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No handwash sink located in exterior ice machine area. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). A handwash sink is needed with the addition of the exterior ice machine. **Warning** Upon callback received copies of original plans from Plan Review. After reviewing plans it appears an addition was added to establishment and no plan review was submitted. The exterior ice machine does not appear on plans, nor does the exterior bar.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
08/01/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Accumulation of dust/debris on exposed studs/joists/rafters in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Exterior of spice container and breading mix container. **Warning**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food (bacon) stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, on reach-in cooler across from cookline. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches on shelves in dry storage and one dead roach behind reach-in freezer in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed for 40 seats, at time of inspection observed 199 seats. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. In kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by outside bar. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under ice machine, dry storage, and under equipment in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair by ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice making machine located outside. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture, by exterior mop sink. **Warning**
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, front handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. No screen doors or window screens present, flies present. **Warning**
  • Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Roof vent in kitchen not screened to prevent entrance of vermin. Also, observed large hole near door frame next to ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair by interior ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, to left of cookline. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food (breading mix) removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Oysters 44 °F, egg wash 51 °F Operator iced down. Less than 4 hours. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 12 old/hard/dry droppings by ice machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. Expired on 3/3/14. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in men's restroom. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No handwash sink located in exterior ice machine area. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Manager stated ice machine was recently added outside (ice machine has overhead protection but is not screened in). A handwash sink is needed with the addition of the exterior ice machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
07/31/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Ice in ice bin not protected... left open.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • Basic - Light build-up of grease on hood filters.
  • Basic - Moderate grease accumulated under cooking equipment including floor edges.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in cooler, cook line.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination... sandwich picks exposed, not covered during non use.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease... left side by hood.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired 3/3/14, Eugene dallaire 3/3/9.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink... Men's employee restroom.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at warewashing machine.
  • 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.
3/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.. Cook line.
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Moderate build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - Sandwich picks not protected from contamination... Cook line.
  • High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours... Gumbo placed in wic at 10p last night, 50° at 9:20a today. See stop sale.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked... Large batch of gumbo in walk on cooler.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
10/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust on hood filters/system.
  • Basic - Food debris and moderate grease accumulated on kitchen floor under equipment
  • Basic - Interior/exterior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks used by food employees.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler door gaskets.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing... main kitchen has no designated hand wash sink.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink... main kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked... Seafood gumbo in walk in cooler and prime rib in refrigerator.
3/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Identified coolers not maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Observed ice buildup on coils, wic.
  • Observed moderate build-up of grease on hood filters system.
  • Observed moderate grease buildup on kitchen floor under equipment.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit... gumbo @ 46 f, wic. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit... prepared potatoes @ 49 f. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit... steak @ 45 f., reach in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler door gaskets.
  • Critical - Person in charge failed to insure proper cold holding temperatures... not monitoring.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked... bulk seafood gumbo, wic.
7/19/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No designated hand wash sink for main kitchen / center prep room.
  • Critical - No designated hand wash sink in food preparation room/front service area.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed grease saturated piece of insulation hanging over left side of hood.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation... raw shell eggs over fish in reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler door gaskets.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory on menu not specific . Repeat Violation.
3/2/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Mop/service sink faucet dripping... stripped hot water knob.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue...cook line refrigerator.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit... raw hamburgers over crab cake mix.
  • Critical - Observed several live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed soiled interior of reach-in freezer where chill sticks stored.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours not dated... gumbo in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not specific on menu.
9/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture...mop sink hot water knob.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers...prep room.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign posted in restrooms.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Observed moderate build-up of grease/dust on hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered gumbo in walk in cooler.
2/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked...gumbo, walk in cooler.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in reach in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed no soap at kitchen handwash sink.
  • Observed heavily pitted/rusted mixcowave oven interior.
  • Prep table shelf on floor...kitchen. Must be at least 4 inches off floor.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided for use with quarterinary ammonium sanitizer.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soiled soda fountain system...dispensing components.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood system.
  • Observed dripping faucet...front prep sink.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees...kitchen.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
7/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in cooler...center prep room.
  • Critical. Observed uncapped/ uncovered hot sauce bottles throughout.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soiled shelf...under microwave oven.
  • Critical. Observed soiled kitchen shelving.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters.
  • Observed dripping service/mop sink faucet.
  • Observed moderate grease buildup under cooking equipment.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not secured.
  • Full copy of latest inspection report not available...missing pages 2 & 3.
  • Critical. Expired employee training certificates.
3/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked...gumbo not dated.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...prime rib @ 46 f., ric, bottom shelf...please do not block areas of cooler air circulation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soiled Oasis mixer.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue...grill cooler.
  • Observed moderate build-up of grease on fryer sides.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license displayed.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
7/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/20/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/18/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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