Popeye's Chicken & Biscuits, 8315 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Popeye's Chicken & Biscuits
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 8315 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615-3805
License #: 3904310
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 5/14/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
5/14/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair. Back kitchen area.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair. Next to drink dispenser
1/25/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • 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. bottom reach in freezer/fryer area.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
9/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. a/c vent back kitchen.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.not inverted. Corrected On Site.
6/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. broken tile in walkin cooler.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoops.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. top area of sandwhich make tablle that holds squeeze bottles.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
2/3/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. next to reach in cooler. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture. front reach in cooler.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. tiles missing under fryers Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only. behind mop sink
9/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture. reach in cooler/cook's line.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. missing tiles under fry areq.
  • In-use utensil for potentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. food debris build up in shelf holding paper bags/ end of line.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • 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 stored on floor. drink syrups.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler/cook's line.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. back tablle. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. inside walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink/outside mop sink
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. restroom
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. mens restroom out of service
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. 3 compartment sink
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. 3 compartment sink
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. front
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. tiles broken/missind i n cooler, by 3 compartment sink, under fryer
11/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. box of turnovers open in walkin freezer
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. scoop on soda grill
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. ring Corrected On Site.
  • 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 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. shelf next to sandwich papers
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. under fryers
  • Wall not smooth and easily cleanable. pegboard on wall in prep area
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Tanya Torres
8/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. freezer
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. mens restroom
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. mop sink
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.3 compartment sink
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.front
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. front
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. front
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. gaps at bottom of door
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.fryer
  • Light not functioning. kitchen
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
6/8/2010Routine - 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.
  • 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
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. 3 compartment sink
  • Drain cover(s) missing. by cooler
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mopsink
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. can wash sink outside
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. front counter
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. front countertop
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. front countertop
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. cookline
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. front countertop
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.under fryer
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. cooler
  • Observed hole in ceiling. above microwave
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
2/12/2010Routine - 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
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. tested at 0 ppm kitchen
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. bowls
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink. can wash area
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. back and side
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. under fryer
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. cooler
  • Light not functioning. prep
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Circuit breaker box blocked and/or inaccessible. For reporting purposes only.
10/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/22/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/29/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 8/26/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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