San Miguel Mexican Restaurant, 200 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: San Miguel Mexican Restaurant
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 200 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303-5555
License #: 4702410
Total inspections: 25
Last inspection: 07/07/2014

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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. Bowl with no handle used as scoop for salt container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Top left corner of both tall reach in freezers at cook line.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. On shelf above steam table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Pan of cooked chicken.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0.00 PPM. Corrected to 50 PPM. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Refried beans at 131° F, moved back to oven. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing. Sanitizer bucket sitting in hand wash sink behind front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Women's restroom. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered and too deep while cooling. Pan of cooked ground beef.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler-2 pans of cooked chicken fresh salsa, cooked ground beef.
07/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used to dispense garlic, salt, and chili powder. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar scoop handle laying in product. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over storage rack in dish room.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Single cutting board on prep table.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing. Sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink near front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler: cooked pork, fresh salsa, cooked rice, etc. **Repeat Violation**
1/23/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bucket with no handle used to dispense dry rice.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handle and exterior of oven door.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Walk in cooler.
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Spoons nd ladles in drawers at cook line.
  • 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. On prep table moved to rack above box of chili powder. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice machine located outside.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Queso and buckets of sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.. Fan cover also rusted. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked greens sitting out on cook line at 54 F, discarded by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitize bucket in sink at front counter. **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. Cooked chicken and refried beans in walk in cooler.
1/15/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bucket with no handle used to dispense dry rice.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handle and exterior of oven door.
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Walk in cooler.
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Spoons nd ladles in drawers at cook line.
  • 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. On prep table moved to rack above box of chili powder. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice machine located outside.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Queso and buckets of sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.. Fan cover also rusted. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked greens sitting out on cook line at 54° F, discarded by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitize bucket in sink at front counter. **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. Cooked chicken and refried beans in walk in cooler.
  • 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. This violation must be corrected by Monday December 30th 2013. **Warning**
10/29/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Tomatoes.
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Removed.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa, tomatoes, and cheese online. Reiced during inspection.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. Rubbing alcohol.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing bucket.
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Walkin shelves. **Repeat Violation**
6/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/22/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/15/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reachin freezer.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Spoons
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Knife
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Walkin shelves.
2/12/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair. CRACKED MOP SINK
  • Violation: 29-18-1 Drain cover(s) missing.
  • Critical - Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. MOP SINK
10/15/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. SET UP 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL DISHES Corrected On Site.
  • Drain cover(s) missing.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 9-24-12.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. CEILING VENTS
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food container not properly labeled. BUTTER
  • Critical - Observed food dispensed with glass plate. SUGAR
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area. EMPLOYEE FOOD STORED WITH CUSTOMER FOOD
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. OIL
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. RICE
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BEEF AT 44F
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. BEHIND SODA MACHINE
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. WALL BEHIND PREP COUNTER
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. KETCHUP BOTTLES REFILLED WITH MARGARINE
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. LIDS NOT INVERTED
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. DISPENSER CUPS NOT COVERED
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. GLUE ABOVE FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. CHEESE DIP IN WALKIN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. MEAT IN FREEZER
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. TEA
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. CRACKED MOP SINK
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. MOP SINK
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR
7/24/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Drain cover(s) missing. DISH AREA
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ICE SCOOP STORED ON HANDSINK
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
5/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of ,dust on nonfood-contact surface. COILS WALKIN
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. WALL BY DISHWASHER
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. WALL AT PREWASH SINK
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. FAN GUARD WALKIN
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered foods in walkin.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. MOP SINK CRACKED Repeat Violation.
2/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - Observed buildup on plate shelf.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispenser.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Under microwave
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop sink cracked , water leaking onto floor.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
11/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.LID LEFT ON RICE. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food onions stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.SUGAR
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Top shelf on cooks line.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Chip baskets reused and not washe.d Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. Cleaners stored above food service wrap.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Handsink not properly drained.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR
2/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. Cut onions on dirty counter. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. Rice
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Beans
  • Critical. Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispenser.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk -in cooler.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Top of reachin freezer.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.
9/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb by outside ice machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 30-11-1 Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Violation: 35B-04-1 Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Small gaps to the outside in dry storage behind drop freezer where water valves go outside.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable; walk in cooler floor missing grout.
5/12/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Refried beans in walk in cooler at 44 F. Manager says beans are iced before putting in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Walk in cooler cold holding at 43-46 F. This violation must be corrected by : 5/11/10.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb by outside ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Small gaps to the outside in dry storage behind drop freezer where water valves go outside.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable; walk in cooler floor missing grout.
5/10/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 30-11-1 Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
4/28/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Server using bare hands to scoop chips.
  • Critical. Observed bus tub of food stored on floor of walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit. Ice bin not covered at soda fountain and at front counter.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Server grabbing chips for service. Corrected On Site, Stop Sale chips.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Server wearing loose bracelet while scooping ice.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, without washing hands before donning gloves. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Power tool not for food use is used for mixing.
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Observed wall in disrepair below dish machine.
  • Critical. Emergency light does not function when tested in kitchen. For reporting purposes only.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification; Felipe scheduled for exam.
  • 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. Certificates not completed.
2/26/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/26/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • 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. Observed chicken and beef cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.48 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in up right freezer.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered ice.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.knife in sink.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.take out bags
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by approximately 20-25 fresh rodent droppings found in food storage area on shelves in kitchen. This violation must be corrected by : 11-24-09.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. This violation must be corrected by : 11-24-09.
  • Observed hole in wall in kitchen storage area. This violation must be corrected by : 11-24-09.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.wd 40 and Bleach
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1-23 -10.
  • 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 This violation must be corrected by : 1-23-09.
11/23/2009Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/23/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
No report available. 6/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/20/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/11/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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