Pin Chasers Veterans, 5555 W Hillsboro Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PIN CHASERS VETERANS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5555 W Hillsboro Ave, Tampa, FL 33634
License #: 3900292
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 10/14/2014

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Inspection findings

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Type

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  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Ambience thermometer in walkin cooler
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Table under cooking equipment
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Drawers on reachin cooler under grill
  • Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.back room
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Bag in box soda closet **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Front line **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue on dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Back room **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Front line reachin cooler
  • Basic - Soap/paper towels/hand antiseptic provided at a non-handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Back room **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Front handsink
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front line handsink
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Back room
  • Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
10/14/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Behind bar
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Under fryer/cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Light not functioning. Walk in freezer
  • Basic - Soap/paper towels/hand antiseptic provided at a non-handwash sink. 3 Compartment sink
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
07/08/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. Under counter/floor/cabinet below coffee maker.
  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Behind bar
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Under fryer/cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Behind bar.
  • Basic - Light not functioning. Walk in freezer
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. White storage containers used for storage of hamburgers/chicken breast.
  • Basic - Soap/paper towels/hand antiseptic provided at a non-handwash sink. 3 Compartment sink
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Kitchen behind garbage can.
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Bacon bits, jalapeo peppers, croutons, lettuce.
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter.
4/29/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Next to door.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Pizza table make table.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Pizza dough.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. Walk in freezer
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair. At hose station.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. At hose, dirty towel bucket.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chili 49. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. 3 Compartment sink .
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken salad Reach in cooler/ front
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
10/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Drain at beer taps.
  • Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Wall next to double door Reach in cooler .
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Front counter.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Behind bar.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. At exit door.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Above Trash can/ by exit.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. Wet towel bucket.
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area.
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. 3 compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
6/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Sheet pans, trays and bowls.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Small flies under prep table
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Reach in cooler under grill **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine solution/ sanitation bucket.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Under back prep table, front counter.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Behind nacho chip holding unit/ tea makers.
12/7/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. back line/shelves.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. under flat top grill.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. at 3 compartment sink.
  • Observed hole in wall. door.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. pizza table.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. pizza machine.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
7/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. front counter under floor mats, back kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. iceberg lettuce.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. storeroom/above grill/pizza tablle. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food. cheese sticks.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. pizza shells/freezer.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. front counter area
  • Observed wall in disrepair. under 3 compartment sink.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. at pizza oven.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. meatballs/sauce, portioned chicken breast, hamburgers, pasta.
2/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site.
  • 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 electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. drink machiine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. pizzas.Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. cheese/ walkin cooler.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. pressed pizza dough. steaks/reach in cooler . Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
10/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. double door reach in.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. front counter.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. next to drink dispenser.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. after handling money.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. pickles/walkin cooler
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. storage/prertzels. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in wall. under phone
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw ground beef over produce.
  • Observed ripped/worn cardboard used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. bleach/popcorn. Corrected On Site
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. hotdogs/walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. under pizza press.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. under 3 compartment sink
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/22/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils, equipment .
  • Critical - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. household pesticide.
  • Shelves attached to walls in dry storeroom not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. squeeze bottles.
2/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. sanitizer pump bottles
7/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
4/6/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor. freezer, dry storage
  • Violation: 14-50-1 Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. kitchen
  • Critical. Violation: 53B-08-1 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
12/14/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. freezer, dry storage
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • 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 employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. back
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. kitchen
  • Observed food debris accumulated on cooler floor.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. by door
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. cooler walls and fan guard
  • 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
10/9/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/10/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/8/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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