Boss Oyster, 125 Water St, Apalachicola, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BOSS OYSTER
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 125 Water St, Apalachicola, FL 32320-1736
License #: 2900424
Total inspections: 31
Last inspection: 08/15/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Fry oil. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Freezer floor cases of fries and bacon **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean-out cap missing from plumbing line. Dish machine **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - utensils/pots/pans in contact with potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cleaned at least every four hours. Oyster knives.
08/15/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
08/15/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar and back prep areas. **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. Observed portion of dining area converted to wood grill with hood system. **Warning**
07/09/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar and back prep areas. **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. Observed portion of dining area converted to wood grill with hood system. **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**
5/6/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. Debris and rodent droppings. **Warning**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dead rodent present. Observed dead rodent on trap next to oyster bar. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Under cooking equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Cream 103° f. Reheated on stove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Raw fish over cooked BBQ. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 old dry droppings in dry storage area. Approximately 50 old dry droppings on side of kitchen at service window area. Approximately 30 old dry droppings in alcohol bar area. Approximately 6 fresh moist droppings in oyster bar. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar and back prep areas. **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. Observed portion of dining area converted to wood grill with hood system. **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**
5/2/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. Above fryers.
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Walls around walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Freezer at entrance to kitchen.
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located next to back door. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Fries.
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Fry Breader and oil. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Dishware area **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar and dish washer area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed rubber mats stored in hand sinks at bar. Wiping loth stored on hand sink at oyster bar.**Repeat Violation**
8/20/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Breading next to flour.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Kitchen reach-in coolers.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen.
  • Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Kitchen reach-in coolers.
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Bar.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloth in sink.
7/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.observed employee using a cup to scoop ice for customers, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.watch
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of grill needs cleaning .
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling in the lobby next to reach in cooler.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning walk in cooler
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets on the cook line.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
4/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in the bar area.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions in the oyster bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil setting on the floor in the back area.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair on the cook line.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.Observed scallop setting out at room temp. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.observed a dawn bottle not labeled in the oyster bar area and the dish washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour container not labeled.
12/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/30/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Observed cooking setting on the floor.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour.
7/25/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/28/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • CLOTH USED AS A FOOD CONTACT SURFACE; TOWELS ON FISH DIP
  • Critical - NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT HANDSINK IN DISH AREA
  • STOP SALE ISSUED - IMPROPER COOLING - TWO 5 GALLON BUCKETS OF GUMBO
  • TWO BUCKETS OF GUMBO IMPROPERLY COOLED - COOKED YESTERDAY AND DID NOT REACH 41 DEGREES F IN SIX HOURS. GUMBO TEMP 45 -50 DEGREES.
  • WALK-IN FREEZER IN DISREPAIR; MOTOR NOT FUNCTIONING, AMBIENT TEMP - 47 DEGREES. NO FOOD OVER 41 DEGREES F. REPAIR COMPANY HAS BEEN CALLED. - ABOVE VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY 6/28/12
6/27/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Cup used to dispense Ponzoo sauce in reach in cooler within kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
  • Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl utilized to scoop grits in kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
  • Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Observed throughout kitchen area equipment. Repeat Violation: 9/7/11
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near back door.
  • Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
  • Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed At oyster bar.
  • Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook in kitchen with multiple braclets on while engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - No proof of required state approved 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 : 4/27/12.
  • Critical - Pesticide/insecticide stored with foods. Observed chemicals stored with sauces and seasonings.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Grits in plastic container without label.
2/27/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/7/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/7/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/6/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Dumpster not on proper pad.Observed dumpster pad not properly constructed. This violation must be corrected by : 10/6/2011.
  • Observed grease on the ground around grease receptacle. This violation must be corrected by : 10-6/2011.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed cups and glasses inside the handsink next to diswasher. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
9/29/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/8/2011Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical - Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.Observed eating didn't wash his hands.
  • Observed food debris and trash accumulated underneath all cooking and cooling equipment Needs cleaning.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.Observed ice scoop handled coming into contact with the ice in the waitress station. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed dirty glasses inuse in the bar area.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed 25 old rodent droppings in the bar area underneath the counters in the bar area. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed 25 fresh rodent droppings in the bar underneath the counters. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed 25 to 30 fresh rodent droppings on top of the diswashing machine. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed 50 or more fresh rodent droppings on the counter above the (Hot Holding foods equipment in the kitchen area. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed a dead rodent in a trap underneath the three doors reachin cooler at the pickup window. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed one more dead rodent in a trap on the cookline. This violation must be corrected by : 9/8/2011.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.Observed a uncovered pan of shrimps inside the freezer.
9/7/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface of the gaskets on the cookline.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. Corrected On Site.
6/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured next to coffee machine.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner underneath the steamer.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles inside the waitress station.
  • Observed cooking equipment setting inside the trash cans.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.Observed employee with gloves on pushed trash down inside the can than went back engaging in foods preparation didn't removed the gloves or wash his hands.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed a cook wearing looks like alligator teeth around his neck.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Observed cooking oil on the floor next to handsink in the kitchen.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning inside the washing cooler.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed buildup on the fan on the cookline.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed gaskets at the pickup window reachin cooler needs cleaning.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled soap bottle in oysters station.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.Observed two unlabeled bottle next to the handsink next to diswasher.
  • Observed water setting innthe bottom of the reachin cooler on the cookline.
3/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/5/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Sugar. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in true holding unit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit on the cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area on the cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.Observed uncovered cook rice inside the walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed handsink in the oysters bar area has a towels on the sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint on the cook line.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves on the cook line needs cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed torn reach-in cooler gaskets in the waitress station.
  • Critical. Observed torn reach-in freezer gaskets in the kitchen area.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner by the steamer. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed the handsink on the cook line in disrepair.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees in the oysters bar area. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry by the oysters bar area. Corrected On Site.
8/18/2010Routine - 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.milk
  • Critical. Observed coleslaw in walkin cooler, prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered chicken in reach in cooler. Repeat Violation. 9/22/09
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl used to dispense shrimp.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used to hold dirty pots. Repeat Violation.9/22/09
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Shelves attached to walls in dishwash area;used as drain boards not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Observed them on counters and on employees.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.9/22/09
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.9/22/09
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.bar
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.ovens
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.9/22/09
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Cooking equipment.
  • Observed old food buildup on prepation table in kitchen.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on light shield in kitchen.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Plumbing system improperly repaired.Drains clogged in kitchen.
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture.Reach in cooler on cookline.
  • Drain cover(s) missing.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees on cookline.
  • Critical. Observed 3 dead roaches in reach in cooler on cookline. Repeat Violation.9/22/09 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.Doors by walkin coolers.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust in walkin cooler.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed LP-gas cylinder with greater than one pound LP-gas capacity inside a building. For reporting purposes only.Ice room.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.
3/26/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/1/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/23/2009Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.sugar?
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.fish and dip at 44-45 degrees fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed case of shrimp stored on floor in walkin freezer.
  • Critical. Observed bags of sugar stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered crab legs and burgers in walkin freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Dirty pots in sink
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface on shelves.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed 10 dead roaches on premises in reachin cooler.
  • Critical. Observed approximately 100-200 dead roaches on premises on counters of cookline , floors in kitchen and in bar. This violation must be corrected by : 9-23-09.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by 8 live roaches found in corner of kitchen. This violation must be corrected by : 9-23- 09.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by 5 live roaches found in bar. This violation must be corrected by : 9-23-09.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by 5 live roaches found on cookline .This violation must be corrected by : 9-23 -09.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair above drink station.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
9/22/2009Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
No report available. 3/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/5/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/23/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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