Russo's Submarine Shop, 415 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Russo's Submarine Shop
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 415 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401-5807
License #: 6000975
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 5/16/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. Condiments.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. Container of pickles. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with rust.
5/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Rear exit, **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce on sandwich buns at 60f for 1hour, corrective action taken marked for time
  • High Priority - Food not properly protected from contamination. Fly catching bag over rear ice machine.
8/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Body mist, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. By sauces, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment. Unwrapped Meats sitting on racks and bottom of RIC, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer in bucket not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm chlorine, **Corrected On-Site**
4/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Garbage in receptacles not protected from insects and rodents. Lid of dumpster broken off
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk sugar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed improper use of detergent-sanitizer when there is no distinct water rinse. Detergent mixed with chlorine sanitizer, rinse in running water only **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 200 chlorine at 3 compartment sink **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Cleaner **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Knives stored between prep table and wall **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Thermometers not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Probe thermometer broken; attempt to calibrate not successful
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar **Corrected On-Site**
12/19/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
9/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. LIGHTS
  • Observed inside/outside of dumpster not clean. MANY FLIES PRESENT
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 200+ CHLORINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
6/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. BEVERAGE AID AT 49-50F, DO NOT USE FOR PHF UNTIL CAPABLE OF 41F
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. ONIONS WALKIN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. GETTING WATER FOR SANITIZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. TUNA AT 48F FOR 1 HOIR Corrected On Site. MOVED TO WORKING UNIT
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. cleaner Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
2/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. IN KITCHEN
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. BOTTON OF REAR REACHIN FREEZER
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. ONIONS IN WALKIN Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. 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. IN SUGAR
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. BUCKET Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. WHITE SUBSTANCE Corrected On Site.
9/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for cleaning food contact surfaces. Corrected On Site.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. SEVERAL
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. IN SUGAR Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. GAP UNDER BACK DOOR
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. WHITE SUBSTANCE Corrected On Site.
6/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. MENS BATHROOM USED BY EMPLOYEES
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. LEUTTICE IN WALKLKIN COOLER
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. RUSTY SHELVES FOOD STORAGE
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. DEGRASER WITH ONIONS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. DEGREASER Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
2/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. USING CUP TO SCOOP ICE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. IN BUCKETS Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. ICE MACHINE LINE LEAKING
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. BY FRONT ICE MACHINE
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. WD40 Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. FOR LEUTTICE SPINNER Corrected On Site.
9/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/14/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Front bin.
  • Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Rusted shelves in Hobart Reach In
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Rusted racks in front reach in & torn gaskets. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Shelves, gaskets Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Racks & gaskets in front reachin. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Using egg grates to store individual portions of dressing. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wetting cloth in handsink
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Ends missing .
  • Critical. Expired 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. Denise Grau
2/12/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. FRONT
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. FRONT REACHIN
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. REUSING SHELL EGG GRATES TO HOLD DRESSINGS
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in kitchen area.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
7/10/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/13/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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