- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
- Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Can opener holder.
- Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
- Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
- Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
- Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
- Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
- Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment.
- Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
- Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
- Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
- Basic - Soil/food residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelves/racks.
- Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. Spray hose.
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
- High Priority - Cornstarch and water cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Dented cans present. (2) put aside to return for credit. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter or product containing fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter mixture held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
- High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Eggrolls - put food in walk in freezer to quick chill. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler.
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged.
- Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler.
- Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
- Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact shelves/racks. Walk in cooler.
- Intermediate - Person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
- 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.
- Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler - Eggrolls
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07/08/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
- Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
- Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water.
- Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
- Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
- Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Dairy
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
- Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Egg roll
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1/10/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
- Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen.
- Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
- Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. By rice
- Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
- High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands.
- Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Beverage station
- Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
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9/20/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
- Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
- Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present.
- High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area.
- Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
- Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Egg rolls
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3/21/2013 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
- Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
- Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
- Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in crack between equipment and wall.
- Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
- Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Basic - Packaged food has no English labeling.
- Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature.
- Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present
- High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
- High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
- Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
- Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink.
- Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
- Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
- Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
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1/11/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
- In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
- Observed clean equipment stored on floor.
- Critical - Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
- Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
- Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles. grocery bag
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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7/31/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Critical - Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
- Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
- Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
- Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles. grocery bags
- Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
- Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
- Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Wet mop not hung to dry.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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12/15/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
- Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.
- Observed ceiling paint peeling in kitchen
- Critical - Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
- Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
- Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
- Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
- Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
- 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.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. shrimp Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles. grocery bag
- Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
- Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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7/20/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
- Critical - Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
- Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
- Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
- Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
- 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.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Critical - Observed pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles.
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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1/28/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.
- Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
- In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
- Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
- Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
- Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles. grocery bags
- Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
- Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
- Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
- Wet mop not hung to dry.
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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8/2/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
- Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
- Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
- Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
- Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
- Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
- In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
- Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
- Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.
- Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
- Observed reuse of single-service articles. grocery bags
- Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.
- Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
- No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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4/28/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- No Violations Were Observed
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2/16/2010 | Routine - Food | Admin. Complaint Callback Complied |
- Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
- Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
- Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
- Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.
- Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
- Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink with mold-like build up at the rim of spray nozzle
- Observed open dumpster lid.
- Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.
- Critical. Observed pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
- Wet mop not hung to dry.
- Critical. Sprinkler head spray pattern obstructed. For reporting purposes only.
- Observed no child labor law poster. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Identity of food or food product misrepresented.
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11/20/2009 | Routine - Food | Administrative complaint recommended |
- Critical. Observed food offered in a way that misleads/misinforms the consumer.
- Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
- Critical. Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation.
- Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
- Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.
- Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
- Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
- 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.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
- Observed employee with no hair restraint.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
- Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
- Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
- Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
- Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
- Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
- Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
- Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
- Critical. Identity of food or food product misrepresented.
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7/17/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 3/25/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 10/27/2008 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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