Pollo Tropical Restaurant #84, 3285 W Hillsbough Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: POLLO TROPICAL RESTAURANT #84
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3285 W Hillsbough Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
License #: 3916100
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 09/02/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Large stainlees pans by office
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Rice **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. Prep
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition.stainlees steel pans cracked
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken next to cooked chicken in walk in cooler
09/02/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Purses **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door on chicken reach in does not close tightly
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Grout not level with tiles
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
  • Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic utensils
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. On food rack
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Towel and cup **Corrected On-Site**
6/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Back pack
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Pitcher submerged in salsa in walk in cooler
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can. **Corrected On-Site**
1/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Bucket of food
  • Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Fry area
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Purses
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Prep hand sink not working
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water bottle
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can. Back prep
9/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Prep area
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.chickne reach in
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottle of oil on cook line
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Employees bottle of water
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Employee bottle of water stored in ice inside ice maker
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored in food preparation area with potential to cause cross contamination.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can.
  • Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date mark
5/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Non handled container used to scoop food product, bulk rice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Reach in cooler/ drawer back line.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over cooked pork/ walk in cool. **Corrected On-Site**
11/29/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. prep
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. mens restroom
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
7/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Back prep
  • 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 food employee touch bare body part then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. rubbed hand across nose
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. onions stored in between raw chicken 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. scooping ice with plastic cup
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
5/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.prep
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. soil shield
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bottle oil
8/30/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • 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.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. shelves rusty in back reachin
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
5/26/2011Routine - 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 old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed residue build-up on ice maker/drive thru reachin
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. reachin
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. prep
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. prep
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. fry
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. prep
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. handsoap stored with rice
11/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bottles
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit. alto sham
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. freezer
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. front counter
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. front
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.by fryer
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
7/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented cans.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. flat of bread
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.lemons at customer station
  • 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 soil buildup inside ice bin on deflector ledge.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.ice machine chute
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. can wash area
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. liquid flame stored on napkins
2/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. phf's moved
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.pork
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. rice
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. before putting gloves on
  • Critical. Observed a designated employee drinking located in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. rollnin shelves rusted
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.1 door on cookline
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. bbq
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair roll in door sprung
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. drive thru
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. plates
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. plate
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. preparation
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. bleach
8/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/18/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/10/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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