Maracas, 3001 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: MARACAS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3001 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
License #: 1619770
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 8/12/2011

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
8/12/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Reach in cooler by cook line- Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. No sanitizer/ empty- Shall use three compartment sink Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 07/31/11.
  • Critical - No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves by chips area
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food received from unapproved source.Can food shall not be prepared on site
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Reach in cooler by cook line
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant food and sauce - Corrective action- bain mary and relocated in walk in cooler- Repeat Violation.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelve
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Observed wall in disrepair.By server line
  • Plumbing system improperly repaired. Under three compartment sink
5/31/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All food in reach in cooler by cook line-
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.Reach in cooler by cook line-
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface- Fried spanish shell. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Drinking straws-
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
10/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/23/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Bean in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken over beef in reach in cooler by cook line
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. In cilantro bin
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. No handle in scoop/ in rice container
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found- Six dead roaches in kitchen This violation must be corrected by : 06/23/10.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. By back pre area
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.
6/22/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. All food in bain marie Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. By cook line
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Chips warmer
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. By cook line and server line
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Bottom shelves by cook line
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet in three compartments sink
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Loose faucet in hand washing sink
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. In bar area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. By cook line
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
1/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/1/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Violation: 40-01-1 No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-09-1 No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 09/28/09.
9/28/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. Corrected On Site. Cooked beef and chicken.
  • Critical. Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Pancake mix,sugar, brown sugar and corn flake crumbs
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Chicken over ground beef
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Boxes of beef on walk in cooler floor
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Buckets of beans,chorizo and sauce in walk in cooler
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. In walk in cooler
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Shelves dry storage
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. By server line
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Large straws at bar area
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Under dishwasher
  • Critical. Air gap not installed. Dishwqsher area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. By server line
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Critical. Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on dry storage floor.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. In walk in cooler.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In walk in freezer
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 09/28/09.
7/28/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 5/4/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 3/4/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/16/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 11/13/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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