Latitudes, 245 Front St, Key West, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LATITUDES
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 245 Front St, Key West, FL 33040-8313
License #: 5402519
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 10/29/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding drawers.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Straws at bar.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
10/29/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.Dessert cooler
5/5/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Food thrown away voluntarily. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. Bar
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar
12/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.Outside indentation for handicap floor ramp.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to cutting/shredding.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.Server station
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Establishment using a specialized process without a proper HACCP plan.
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.Grate at Cola dispenser.
7/12/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
4/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.Outside bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.Gallon of milk
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.coffee cups
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. bread knivesCorrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.squeeze bottles
9/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.tuna
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.bar
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.ice cream scoops in standing water
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
5/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. DINNING AREA BAR
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. AT BOTH BARS
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. BOX OF CIABATTA BREAD Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW BEEF OVER SEVERAL RTE FOODS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. SEVERAL PHF (S) Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.
11/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. EMPLOYEE'S BATHROOM Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. KITCHEN HAND SINK Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. SCOOPS IN FLOURS Corrected On Site.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Observed build-up of slime substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. ICE SCOOP HOLSTER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. ON COOKED PLANTAIN CHIPS
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. CAN OF ROASTED PEPPERS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. BOX OF COCONUTS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. BUCKETS OF PICKLES IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW FISH (MAHI) NEXT TO ASPARAGUS
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area.
  • Critical - Observed interior/surfaces of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. FRENCH ONION SOUP Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.
5/3/2011Routine - 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.
  • Critical. Observed packaged/prepared food not labeled as specified by law.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. THE ONE IN FRONT OF DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. UNWRAPPED STRAWS
  • Critical. No handwashing signs provided at several handsinks used by food employees.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in bar area.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in dry food storage area.
9/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Food prep/area missing adequate splashguards or other proper protection from contamination when washing hands.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsinks used by food employees.
3/31/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • 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.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • 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
11/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/30/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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