Samaria Cafe, 502 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SAMARIA CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 502 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL 33602
License #: 3912958
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 07/17/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. Reach in cooler
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Walk in cooler. Large pot of cooked potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen area.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Walk in cooler and cooksline. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. On cooksline.
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Prep sink near cooksline.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Shelves not attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Over cooksline in and dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Reach in cooler and plastic containers on cooksline near soups. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler. Beef over feta cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. For quiches dish.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by mops. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Empty boxes.
07/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Trash overflow. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling fan had accumulation of dust/debris. Near dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination. Coffee station.
  • 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. Dish wash area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near cooksline.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler and cooks line.
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Dry storage room.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in reach in cooler on cooks line.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice machine.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Dropped knife on floor then used to cut apples and mellon without washing knife.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Service line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Dry storage area.
  • Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. Walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • 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.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
  • High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. From dish wash to peeling cooked potatoes.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Walk in cooler
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener mount.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Near dish machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler
3/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Near prep line by hoods.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Over prep food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. Walk in cooler
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour container in back kitchen area.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. On cooks line.
  • 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. Bottles and containers on cooksline.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Near 3 comp sink **Corrected On-Site**
10/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. On cooksline
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cooksline line.
5/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cooksline
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in service area.
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. On cooksline.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Packaged food labeled improperly or incompletely and does not comply with Federal Standards of Identity. Bottles on cooksline.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cooksline.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Walkin cooler and dry foods on cooksline.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Block by large trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walkin cooler
2/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. Wrap silverware in napkins so that any exposed surfaces are handles only.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Replace the cutting board with the black filled cut marks.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Employees must was hands every time they change gloves. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Clean crumbs from the inside of the reach-in freezer.
7/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. gaskets
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. tuna
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. storage room - chocolate syrup, ketchup
  • Observed improper storage of maintenance tools that interferes with cleaning. empty mop bucket after each use.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. not consistent
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. ketchup bottles
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. quiche walkin cooler
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. not consistent
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.sugar
5/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. Dirty large containers under prep table in kitchen
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. In kitchen
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. In service area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Over prep table in kitchen
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. In kitchen
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Preparing/cutting tomatoes.
  • Critical - Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee Cooking then put open bag of raw chicken in walkin cooler then back to cooking.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Employee preparing/cutting tomatoes. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filled w bottles and cleaning equipment
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw ham over salad walkin cooler
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Eggs yoke and whites over tuna salad in un covered bucket walkin cooler
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Bottle of bleach. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. In kitchen
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Walkin cooler
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen
  • Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In service area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottle near stove
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Walkin cooler
3/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked by trash cans Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. A/C vents
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. door on reachin cooler -cooks line
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, or smoking area causing possible cross-contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food re-served to customers. creamers, butters
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottles. numerous areas
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind grill
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
11/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, RIC
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, WIC
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair, back kitchen area
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable, kitchen floor tiles
3/25/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures, RIC
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable, WIC tiles cracked
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable, kitchen floor tiles
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit, RIC Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor, WIC Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit, RIC
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair, back kitchen area
  • Observed tongs with handle in contact with raw chicken Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, RIC
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, WIC
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/24/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit in 1-door freezer
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area potatoes in WIC Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up, WIC and front RIC
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained lose tiles in WIC
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
1/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reachin coolers on cooks line
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. potatoes walkin cooler
  • 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. 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
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. shelf under grill
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knifes
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. blocked by garbage cans
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. hoods system
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. wd40 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • 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.
4/21/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. ham Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. syrup kept in water Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employees using same utensil to handle raw and cooked product. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint.
  • Wash solution not clean. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
2/12/2010Complaint FullInspection 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. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. dry storage
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Set up 3-comp sink to santize food contact surface equipment and dishes untill dish machine is working properly
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. handsink in kitchen
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.drinking straws Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. kitchen blocked with boxes Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. walkin cooler and under hot water tank
12/31/2009Routine - 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. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. cases of coffee, bag in box soda
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. sugar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Rinse solution not clean. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Corrected On Site. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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
10/20/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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