Piper's Patio, 6000 Gulf Blvd, St.Pete Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PIPER'S PATIO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6000 Gulf Blvd, St.Pete Beach, FL 33706
License #: 6205870
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 07/31/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Hood filters in disrepair.(cooks line) **Warning**
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. (Hand wash sink ) **Warning**(corrected at hand wash sink but leaking in dish machine area and at tea machine)
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(squeeze bottles) **Warning**
07/31/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises.( 9 dead in kitchen) **Warning**
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.(behind all equipment ) **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood filters in disrepair.(cooks line) **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.(bar) **Warning**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature.(case of French fries ) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Warning**
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. (Hand wash sink ) **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(squeeze bottles) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. (Bar) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee with infected sore/cut/burn/wound on hand or wrist without two layers of impermeable protection on the wound is handling food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single-service items.(bar back) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(Butter chips 59°F, ) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.(approximately 6 in kitchen ) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.(bar room ice machine) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.(bar) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.(bar) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
07/30/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
07/08/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ice making machine located outside.(ice machine moved from another outdoor location advised they must move ice machine indoors or construct a building with a hand wash sink referred to plan review) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days.(ice machine located outside uncovered . Originally located in a conference area moved outdoors now located near restrooms ) **Warning**
5/6/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(under equipment on cooks line) **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice making machine located outside.(ice machine moved from another outdoor location advised they must move ice machine indoors or construct a building with a hand wash sink referred to plan review) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days.(ice machine located outside uncovered . Originally located in a conference area moved outdoors now located near restrooms ) **Warning**
3/6/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(under equipment on cooks line) **Warning**
  • 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.(water bottle) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice making machine located outside.(ice machine moved from another outdoor location advised they must move ice machine indoors or construct a building with a hand wash sink referred to plan review) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.(0ppm chlorine ) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(Cut ham 50°F, cut salami 52°F, cut turkey 49°F, burgers 49°F, all items in fridge in storage room) Moved to freezer to drop temp **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days.(ice machine located outside uncovered . Originally located in a conference area moved outdoors now located near restrooms ) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit.(water does not exceed 110°F, ) **Warning**
3/5/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle.
11/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Top shelf of expo/cooks line, and top shelf above coffee station.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Pickle buckets and fryer oil under shelf near kitchen entry **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drink on cutting board of deli style cooler on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Thought the cooks line and server area
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover. Covering shelf above stove range on cooks line, and bottom shelf on streamer well
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water squeeze bottle on cooks line
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Raw beef over bulk turkey inside 2 door reach in cooler in dry storage area **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Inside deli style cooler Grouper fish over tortilla shells on cooks line
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Knife storage hanging on all on cooks line
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
5/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelf above cooks line deli style cooler
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Fryer oil and pickle buckets **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Server place toast on counter top surface in expo window **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Potato chips in food container not covered on shelf above deli style cooler on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hole in wall. In dry storage area near beer cooler and bread rack
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. In dry storage/ prep area next to kitchen
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board, on deli style cooler, on cooks line
  • High Priority - Cheese with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Sliced cheddar cheese inside deli style reach in cooler in cooks line. Cook discarded item **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. In server area **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of mold-like substance on juice/drink dispensing nozzles/equipment. In server area
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. On both deli style coolers, on cooks line and in server area **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In server area ac unit
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In server area near ac unit
1/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.[tray of on trash can inside prep room] Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.[between glove use]
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[cutting board]
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
7/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Boiler certificate expired. For reporting purposes only.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.[kitchen] Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop on top of machine]
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.[cookline]
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.[between using gloves in coffee bar] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.[open sour cream container ]
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.[lowboy and true upright]
1/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop on top of ice machine ] Repeat Violation.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.[light fixture over cookline reachin ]
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.[rear]
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.[old food]
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Ventilation does not meet mechanical code per local building official.[aluminum foil wrapped around vent]
8/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.[small reachin ]
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[outside ice-machine ]
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.[lobby kiosk]
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.[prep table] Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed employees provided in-house training not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.[thawing food] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed nonready-to-eat food handled by employees without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils.[employee dipping drink cup into ice bin] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.[lowboy gaskets ]
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
3/21/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed an ice machine with no overhead protection.[8 inches]
  • 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.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[ice scoop]
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on knives in holder.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[food stained cuuting board]
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.[light fixture ]
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
10/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Tongs stored on oven handle on cook line.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.Soda gun lines into ice bin.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.Outside bar.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.Spatula at salad and pizza deli cooler.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.Perks up.
3/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Tongs on oven handle.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Knives stored between equipment at salad deli cooler.
10/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/26/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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