Cooters Eat Em Raw Bar, 423 Poinsettia Ave, Clearwater Bch, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: COOTERS EAT EM RAW BAR
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 423 Poinsettia Ave, Clearwater Bch, FL 33767
License #: 6212886
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 07/25/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Uncovered scoop outside at ice machine
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in dining area and metal containers in dishwashing area
  • Basic - Floor/table fan has accumulation of food debris/dust/grease/soil residue. Kitchen
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Handles at faucet , sports bar
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler reading 32°
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
07/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.outside of ice machins
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.on shelf above grill **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.bottom of upright freezer
2/12/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.reach in cooler fan covers
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface.in walk in cooler shelves **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.shelves by back door/walk in
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair.fronts missing off upright cooler
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.upright in salad corner, also rust on top of salad reach in top area
  • Basic - Shelves not attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.shelf above hot line
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.oyster reach in
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition.dip baskets damaged
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sauerkraut 67°, fresh garlic in oil 65° will use time as a public health control **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.crab dip 97° **Corrected On-Site**
10/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood system
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface.fan housing in walk in cooler
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.back door
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In freezer
  • Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom.around salad reach in
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.beef **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.green mold like build up on right side
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.batter mix on counter 54? **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.walk in cooler door handle
  • Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit.at second bar
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.at second bar
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.salad
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not stirred while cooling.
2/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. bag of onions in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. sauces cooler
7/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.[baskets under soap dispenser ] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.[night bar restroom ]
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.[hole by back door by sinks]
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.[in kitchen ]
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.[at night bar[
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.[shelf under preperation line table]
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.[shelves of walkin cooler ] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.[after handling raw beef, than did not change gloves]
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[ceiling of walkin cooler peeling]
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.[in sink in cold water] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.[kitchen ]
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets[ night bar].
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.[cooked mushrooms, peppers, onions 100 degrees f on grill] Corrected On Site. turned up
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.Inspector gave one
  • Critical - Shellstock tags not maintained in chronological order correlated to the date or dates during which the shellstock were sold or served.
2/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Critical - Toxic items properly stored
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
9/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 10-07-1 Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.[breading basket ]
7/12/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.[at bar sink] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area.[removed] This violation must be corrected by : 7/12/11.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop holder in waitstaff in soiled holder]
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.[in dish machine area]
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.[upright freezer]
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.[hood filters]
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.[on cooking equipment ]
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.[over cookline ]
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.[oven]
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.[breading basket ]
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[breading basket]
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.[cases frozen crab on counter]
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.[at food pick up Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.[keep inverted or under cover]
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.[saurkraut 84 degrees]
5/10/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.[on cookline ]
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.[at bar] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.[in sports bar]
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.[cookline ] Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoops at ice machine] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.[at sports bar]
  • Critical - Observed employee wash hands with no soap. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[walkin ceiling peeling. Establishment working on this.] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.[desserts]
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Waste line clogged at soda gun holster.
1/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.[in spice and croutons ]
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop on top of ice machine]
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[ceiling in walkin cooler peeling ]
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.[in salads dressings reachin ]
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.[hood filters]
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.[in kitchen ]
  • Critical. Establishment drainage system not designed and installed properly. ]condensation in dressings reachin ]
9/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. 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. ice
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. seasoning
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
3/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Non-prewrapped utensils not properly presented.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. plates not covered or inverted
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked by garbage can
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar area
10/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/12/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/14/2008Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action

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