Strip House, 1435 Simonton St, Key West, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: STRIP HOUSE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1435 Simonton St, Key West, FL 33040
License #: 5401624
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 10/15/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.Prep **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.Spray nozzle at dish machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Shrimp placed on ice at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
10/15/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Dish area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair.One of two Walk in coolers not operating.
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.Mop sink **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Dish machine area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Bar **Corrected On-Site**
4/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dishmachine cycle times/conveyor speed not correct per data plate/operating specifications provided on dishmachine.
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At mop sink
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
  • High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork butt 52°f
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Garlic and oil 76°f
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
12/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.Mop sink
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature gauge(s) on dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Squeeze bottles **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
5/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.AC vents **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.Cake **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.Grout missing around
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Applesuce
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.RI gaskets
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
1/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.
  • Drain cover(s) soiled at ice machine
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold.
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with required language provided.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust Air vents dusty by office
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.tiles in dishwash area
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.kitchen shelves around
  • 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.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 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.Gallon of Milk and half and half
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed water draining onto floor surface.from dishwasher
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
8/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
5/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.Reach-in cooler #5
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with required language provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product. 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.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.By reach-in cooler #5/6
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Oil
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.Chefs Jackets hanging from steamer handle.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored.WD40 spray can stored in shelf next to food items drygoods area
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher tag out-of-date. For reporting purposes only.Bar area.
12/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 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. ONLY ONE EMPLOYEE CERTIFIED Repeat Violation.
6/3/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 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. ONLY ONE EMPLOYEE CERTIFIED Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. OPENED MILK CONTAINER
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 FRESH RODENT DROPPING FOUND ON TOP OF CAN OF TOMATOE SAUCE (CONTAINER WAS WASHED and SANITAZED)
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 22 PLUS FRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND IN SEVERAL AREAS OF KITCHEN (15 BEHIND COOKLINE ON KITCHEN'S FLOOR, 2 UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA 10-15 FEET FROM KITCHEN, 3 UNDER COLD HOLDING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN and 1 INSIDE KITCHEN CABINET CONTAINING DISHWARE)
  • Critical - Observed slime buildup inside ice scoop holster.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
6/2/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Violation: 37-13-1 Observed hole in ceiling. BY CEILING TILE IN DISHWASHER AREA
  • Violation: 42-11-1 Observed unnecessary items on the premise. SEVERAL BROKEN DOWN REFRIGERATORS
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 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 Repeat Violation.
1/29/2011Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. CONTAINER INSIDE SUGAR Corrected On Site.
  • 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 Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris/soil accumulated on kitchen floor. UNDER REFRIGERATORS
  • 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 food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in ceiling. BY CEILING TILE IN DISHWASHER AREA
  • 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. FLAT PLATE WITH NO HANDLE BEING USED TO DISPENSE ICE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CREAM CHEESE PHF and BUTTER PHF
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET AWAY FROM KITCHEN (ROOM DIRECT OPEN ACCESS TO KITCHEN)
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND ON TOP OF FOOD CONTAINER (ROOM DIRECT OPEN ACCESS TO KITCHEN ) IN DRY FOOD STORAGE (FOOD DISCARDED)
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND ON THE FLOOR OF DISHWASHER AREA APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET FROM KITCHEN
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 50 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND UNDER BROKEN DOWN COOLER APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET FROM KITCHEN
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. SEVERAL BROKEN DOWN REFRIGERATORS
1/28/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/4/2010Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Food may not be served.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Drain cover(s) missing.
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 50 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND UNDER REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT OF COOKLINE IN THE KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 10 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA 5 - 10 FEET FROM KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 PLUS SEMIFRESH RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND NEXT TO REACH IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.
  • Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE IN SEVERAL AREAS OF KITCHEN FLOOR
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. UNDER COOKLINE & REACH IN COOLERS
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. KITCHEN AREA
8/3/2010Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Food may not be served.
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • 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. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. 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 hair restraint.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • 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 Repeat Violation.
5/3/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • 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.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • 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 Repeat Violation.
10/20/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/19/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 3/17/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 10/14/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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