Costa Del Sol, 2260 W Us Hwy 90, Lake City, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: COSTA DEL SOL
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2260 W Us Hwy 90, Lake City, FL 32055
License #: 2200589
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 11/12/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In upstairs storage room. In stairway to upstairs storage room.
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door both screen and solid doors.
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses.
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Box of cups on floor in upstairs storage room. Box of portion cups on floor next to bar area.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above sauce in Walk-in cooler. Raw shell eggs above salsa in Reach in cooler at wait station.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At Hand washing sink at end of cook line
11/12/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In upstairs storage room. In stairway to upstairs storage room.
  • Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair. Above prep table in kitchen.
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. On drain in back outside area.
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door both screen and solid doors.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Bagged ice in Walk-in Freezer.
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door.
  • Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons at wait station.
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Box of cups on floor in upstairs storage room. Box of portion cups on floor next to bar area.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above sauce in Walk-in cooler. Raw shell eggs above salsa in Reach in cooler at wait station.
  • High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Floor drains next to prep sink. Floor drain is connected to 1 of 3 Hand washing sinks in kitchen area. Wastewater does not backup unless Hand washing sink is used. Plummer en route.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At Hand washing sink at end of cook line
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At Hand washing sink at end of cook line.
  • Intermediate - No running water at mop sink.
11/05/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Almost all are missing. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's restroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. O ppm, technician called.
  • High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. Small pan of sauce, immediately discarded.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter chili renato 98°, moved to cooler. Items in walk in: rice 50°, 50°, beef 52°, chicken 50°- items iced or moved to freezer, technician called. On recheck: rice 44°, beef 41°, chicken 41°
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. In wait station
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. In wait 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. Sauce in cooler, discarded.
  • Intermediate - Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Items iced down, technician called, adjacent freezer door opened, delivery received today. Rice 50°, chicken 50°, beef 52°. On recheck rice 44°, chicken 41°, beef 41°.
5/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. One in prep, one on canned goods
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Jacket on dry storage shelf
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Screen on back door Edge on side door **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Several missing over cooking area **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. On cooks make table **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Through out kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Beef over pork **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. Dining area Tea nozzles also **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. Chicken in cooks make table **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
1/27/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean linens stored on floor. By soda boxes
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back wall sink, corrected on site No soap at back 2 sinks
  • Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Back screen door.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Make table by grill area
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On top of large mixer, CLR **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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, walk in cooler
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. Soda nozzle area Ice chute
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
10/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Open can with spoon in walk in cooler
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the top that opens to the outside. Side door
  • Basic - Hand wash sink in disrepair. On floor in kitchen
  • Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open bottle soda
  • High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. On dry storage rack by hand sink
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Baby oil on dry storage
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Outside
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, women's restroom
  • Intermediate - Soda gun holster soiled. At bar
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturer's instructions. No date
6/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/22/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/16/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Intermediate - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Basic - Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
  • Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Wet nesting prep pans. Priority: Basic
  • Basic - Observed: Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Priority: Basci
  • Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Beverage syrup. Priority: Basic
  • Basic - Observed: In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Rice. Priority: Basic
  • Intermediate - Observed: No quatenary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quatenary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Priority: Intermediate
  • High Priority - Observed: Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with single-service items. Bleach next to plastic wrap. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: High Priority
  • High Priority - Observed: Toxic substance/chemical stored in food preparation area with potential to cause cross contamination. Alcohol. Priority: High Priority
1/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/6/2012Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical - Observed 10-15 live roaches at cook line shelving. Roaches were observed under aluminum foiled shelves at cook line behind make table.
  • Observed an accumulation of ice in upright freezer. Repeat violation.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. On drying rack. Repeat violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands. Cook.
  • Observed food residue on cabinets in wait-station area. Cabinets are sticky.
  • Observed improper thawing at room temperature. Chicken. COS
  • Observed mop sink in disrepair. Mop sink is on ground and is not functioning. Mop sink must be reinstalled as shown on plan review drawing. All mop water must be disposed of in mop sink - not on ground.
  • Critical - Observed multiple employee drinks on the counter. COS
  • Critical - Observed no paper towels at hand sink. At cook line.
  • Observed potentially hazardous food hot held at less than 135 degrees F. Queso 119 degrees F. COS
  • Critical - Observed unapproved household bug spray. Raid. Repeat violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on premises. Old equipment at back door. Repeat violation.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. On counter. Repeat violation.
11/5/2012Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.HANDLELESS SCOOP IN BEANS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.SUGAR UNDER BAR HANDSINK
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.PLATES CRACKED Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.BLOCKED BY FAN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations.HOUSEHOLD RAID Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.THROUGHOUT Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.HEAVY BUILD UP Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.IN KITCHEN
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.MAKETABLE
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.UNDER ICE MACHINE
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.BEEF IN FREEZER Repeat Violation.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.TRIPLE SINK Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair KICKPLATE ON BACKDOOR
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.BOOK BAGS WITH SUGAR
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.ICE BUILDUP IN FREEZER
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.OVEN
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.IN DISHMACHINE CHLORINE 300+ Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice CHUTE ON COKE MACHINE
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.SALSA IN WALK IN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.NONWORKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AND OUTSIDE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.BACKDOOR Repeat Violation.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.TOILET LEAKING IN LADIES ROOM
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.BEEF RICE BEANS PORK IN WALK IN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.ON COUNTER Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
3/8/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/22/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Dishwashing facilities designed, constructed, operated 1. wash 2. rinse 3. sanitize
  • Critical - Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical - Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Critical - Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Critical - Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical - Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical - Toxic items labeled and used properly
  • Critical - Toxic items labeled and used properly
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
  • Clean and soiled linen segregated and properly stored
  • Clean clothes, hair restraints
  • Critical - Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
  • Containers covered, adequate number, insect and rodent proof, emptied at proper intervals, clean
  • Critical - Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage
  • Critical - Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage
  • Critical - Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage
  • Critical - Employee training and certification
  • Critical - Employee training validation
  • Critical - Facilities to maintain product temperature
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Hot food at proper temperatures
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical - Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Plumbing installed and maintained
  • Plumbing installed and maintained
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Critical - Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical - Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Critical - Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical - Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical - Wholesome, sound condition
7/20/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk-in cooler.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Tray and pitcher in wait station handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Drain line missing on three compartment sink.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/1/2011Routine - 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. Items in walkin cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Container of raw eggs stored over RTE Peppers and onions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Boxes of food in walkin freezer
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Plastic cup with dry herbs and spices Corrected On Site.
  • 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. Metal contain in bin of dry beans
  • In-use utensil for potentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Tongs hanging on oven door, on cookline Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Using non-food grade drill with attachment as a food mixer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Interior top
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Boxes of to go cups on floor in upstairs storage room
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen door Repeat Violation.
  • Light not functioning. In walkin freezer
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket 300ppm chlorine . Corrected On Site.
1/19/2011Routine - 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. WIC.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. SHELLS LEFT OUT OVER NIGHT UNPROTECTED.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in freezer .
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. OUTSIDE.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Repeat Violation
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present.GAP UNDER NORTHSIDE DOOR.
  • Employee lockers improperly located.
  • Critical. Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. MIXER. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. BAR.For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure proper handwashing by employees.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment.
3/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/1/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.MILK. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.WIC. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.TONGS ON STOVE HANDLE.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.LID TO GREASE TRAP RUSTED THROUGH .
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.PARTILY BLOCKED BY TWO WASTE BASKETS.
7/9/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 6/3/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 5/14/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/18/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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