Lamia Focaccia, 6303 N Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LAMIA FOCACCIA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6303 N Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
License #: 1618403
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 09/22/2014

Restaurant representatives - add corrected or new information about Lamia Focaccia, 6303 N Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL »


Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. IN SUGAR. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK: SAME CONDITION
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.. LICENSED AS NOST; OBSERVED 18 SEATS. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK: SAME CONDITION.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food held using time as a public health control based upon a specific start and discard time, not to exceed the 4-hour/6-hour limit, not discarded at the time specified in the written procedure. CANNOT BE FROZEN AND USED AT A LATER DATE. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK: NO WRITTEN PLAN.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. BREAD WITH HEAT TREATED VEGETABLES @ 75°. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK BREAD @ 74°
  • 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. ROAST BEEF. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK: ROAST BEEF NOT DATED.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Warning**. AT CALL BACK: SAME CONDITION.
09/22/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. IN SUGAR. **Warning**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. TOMATOES. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Warning**
  • Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.. LICENSED AS NOST; OBSERVED 18 SEATS. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored in kitchen area not covered. BREAD. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food held using time as a public health control based upon a specific start and discard time, not to exceed the 4-hour/6-hour limit, not discarded at the time specified in the written procedure. CANNOT BE FROZEN AND USED AT A LATER DATE. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. BREAD WITH HEAT TREATED VEGETABLES @ 75°. **Warning**
  • 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. ROAST BEEF. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Warning**
07/21/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • 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. FRONT COUNTER.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. EXHAUST FANS NOT TURNED ON DURING COOKING. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Water draining onto floor surface.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. PASTA @ 70°; EGG PLANT @ 67°; FOCIA BREAD @ 68°. GOUDA CHEESE @ 54°
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Repeat Violation**
2/4/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. FLOOR MIXER HEAD RUSTED, PAINT FALLING INTO BLENDER BOWL.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COOKED PASTA @ 65°; EGGPLANT @ 60°.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or 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 - Employee trained using a state approved in-house training program not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. NOT PROPERLY DATING TCS/RTE FOOD.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. INPROPERLY DATE MARKED 3/13/13.
10/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
4/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom. In restroom.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface of the shelves of prep table near oven.
  • 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.
11/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chickens , tuna salad 49 degrees F in reach in cooler
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Violation: 25-04-1 Observed single-service items stored on floor. container lids at walk in cooler
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-05-1 Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. rear door
  • Violation: 42-11-1 Observed unnecessary items on the premise. 2 reach in cooler
6/6/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro This violation must be corrected by : 6/5/12.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. flour in stock room
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair walk in freezer door
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. shopping bags in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chickens , tuna salad 49 degrees F in reach in cooler
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. on stove, stove
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. container lids at walk in cooler
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. 2 reach in cooler
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. rear door
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. plantfoods in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour
4/5/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/1/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. oil
  • Critical - Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor. chicken walk in freezer
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. beverage air cooler rusty
  • Critical - Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. shelves throughout kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. front station
  • Violation: 37-11-1 Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fan guard walk in cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. no light shield walk in freezer
  • Violation: 51-09-1 Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. 13 seats This violation must be corrected by : 12/6/11.
12/8/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. 13 seats This violation must be corrected by : 12/6/11.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. beverage air cooler rusty
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. no light shield walk in freezer
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. front station
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fan guard walk in cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. shelves throughout kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. chicken walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs over vegetables beverage air cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. oil
10/5/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. paint brush Corrected On Site.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fan cover reach in cooler
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fan covers
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease. hood filters
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface exterior of reach in cooler kitchen .
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface handles on walkin cooler/freezer.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. shelving kitchen
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. white microwave
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty cabinet under microwave
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. stained cutting board
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. phone keys vitamin supplements on shelving above handwashing sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs Corrected On Site.
3/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw meat of produce walkin Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. freezer
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. spices, flour, boxes
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. reachin cooler
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. exterior of reachin coolers
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. waitstation
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. waitstation
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. floor coming up
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease. hood filters
12/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. several wzter bottles
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. paint brush
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. front counter area
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed food-conta cutting boardsct surfaces stained soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. walkin doors around handles
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. shelving and area where sl9cer is located
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. faucet leaking 3 comp sink
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor and dry storage.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. restroom
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease. hood filters
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust fan covers in walkin.
  • Critical. Hood suppression system tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only. kitchen
4/21/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 25-02-1 Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
1/22/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food eggs in reachin.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor in walkin and walkin freezer.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor boxes drinks etc in dry storage area.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor flour.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface sheet pan rack.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions kitchen.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions rest room.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions waitstation.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
10/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor cooler.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils throughout kitchen.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink items not being sanitized. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface shelving.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty attached bins on prep counter
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. counter
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees front counter.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions rest room.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory rest room.
  • Observed residue buildup accumulated under cooking equipment and shelving.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust fan cover in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification6/18/03.
7/21/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/22/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 4/10/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 2/12/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

Do you have any questions you'd like to ask about LAMIA FOCACCIA? Post them here so others can see them and respond.

×
LAMIA FOCACCIA respresentatives - respond and add information

Write your review!

Your Ratings

You can rate this restaurant in different categories from 1 star (worst) to 5 stars (best) or leave category unrated

Food:
Service:
Price:
Ambience:
Cleanliness:

Your Review


Would you recommend LAMIA FOCACCIA to others? (optional)
  
Add photo of LAMIA FOCACCIA (optional)
Add more info about the restaurant »

About You

Your nickname:

Optional Verification

(additional info to increase the weight and the placement of your review and ratings)

Real Name:
Email (won't be published):
Date and time of your visit to this restaurant:
Phone number (won't be published):
Leave your signature»

Recently added reviews

Name City Users' Rating
MCDONALDS #12396Fort Lauderdale, FL
**•
BULL MARKET/CHOW/WHISKEY BARFort Lauderdale, FL
**•
LOBSTER BAR SEA GRILLEFort Lauderdale, FL
TEDESCO'S RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIAFort Lauderdale, FL
*
LIL REDS COOKINFort Lauderdale, FL
***
PELICAN WINGS & THINGS INCFort Lauderdale, FL
*****
GENESIS COFFEE SHOPFort Lauderdale, FL
*****
BLAZE PIZZAFort Lauderdale, FL
****•
CHURCH'S CHICKEN #1137Fort Lauderdale, FL
*
BAHIA CABANA BEACH RESORTFort Lauderdale, FL

Restaurants in neighborhood

Name

SUBWAY
ADAMS MANHATTAN GOURMET COFFEE
PURELY PRESSED JUICE COMPANY
CHA-BAA THAI & JAPANESE RESTAURANT
LE VINOIS BAKERY LLC
MARCELLAS TRATTORIA
BURGER KING #6000
HEALTH E HOME DELIVERED MEALS

Create your own business profile on city-data.com. It's completely free!
Business Search - 14 Million verified businesses
Search for:  near: