Palm Ave Sandwich Shop, 2002 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL - Sandwich inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PALM AVE SANDWICH SHOP
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2002 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
License #: 3912579
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: 09/24/2010

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans, tomatoe puree
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, milk in RIC
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures in front area
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit in RIC
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, open bag of sugar on shelf
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, open can of soda on prep table in cook room
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable in cook room
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink, employees wasing and rinsing only
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils, spatula. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing, no sanitizer
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at back hws
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink, at back hws
  • Plumbing system in disrepair hws in back not operating buffet area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions, by buffet area
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory by buffet area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris in cook room
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in cook room
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
09/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Plumbing installed and maintained
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
6/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. sliced ham, salami , turkey ,cheese
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked chicken, ground beef
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. before putting on gloves
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
4/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. cold cuts, cheese
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked meats
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. thermometer broken
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.wooden spoons
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. handsink by kitchen & both bathrooms
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. kitchen handsink
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
12/29/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. sliced lunch meats, cheese
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pork, beef
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. 3-comp sink
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. plastic thank-you bags
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on tracks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. handsink by back kitchen
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.back kitchen -radio in sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. back kitchen
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. back kitchen
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
10/1/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. ham, salami, cheese Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked meats Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. handsink by kitchen Repeat Violation.
7/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/23/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/29/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/19/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/4/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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