Sushisamba, 180 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Sushisamba
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 180 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
License #: 2320478
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 10/07/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Utensils underneath paper towel dispenser
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. At three compartment sink.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut fruits 52-53 f located at buffet side.(operator removed fruits from buffet)
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in chest freezer - all products not commercially packaged. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. At breakfast cafe side. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink missing splash guard in food preparation room or area.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
10/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.no top of dishmachine
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Freezer door in walk in freezer not closing properly
  • 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 - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.at hand washing sink.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee bathrooms
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Wood boards used for display, -cracked on some parts.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. At hand sink and bar area
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. employee was corrected by manager on site **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Toasters- rusted in the plates
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Certificates provided for Caroline vassilakoeulos , fritznell saint jean
2/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Sauce **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in freezer inside cooler
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 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**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Raw beef over cooked pasta **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sponge inside hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves smoked salmon and eggs to customers specifications **Corrected On-Site**
9/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.(Around fryer on both sides)
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.(grits @ 119 degrees at cookline) **Corrected On-Site**
3/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.[post health policy]
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.[forceps need proper cleaning between use on PH foods]
  • Critical - No ground fault interruption protection on electrical outlet located within six feet of a water source. For reporting purposes only.[next to kitchen handwash sink]
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.[needs de-liming on automatic dishwash machine]
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.[pinto beans] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth.[eggplant ] Corrected On Site.
8/10/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter.
4/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.WIC
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
10/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
5/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw eggs next to ready to eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken over ready to eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage. hand sink by 3 compartments sink.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved properly by walk in cooler and by kitchen entrance.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. by the kitchen entrance pillar.
  • Critical. Observed misalignment of hood suppression system nozzles. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
11/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/29/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair; panel missing on refrigerator over compressor near office
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair panel missing on 2door traulsen refrigerator in staging area in banquets
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.dishracks on floor in storeroom on banquet staging area
  • Critical. Observed cracked, broken or missing grease trap lid.OPENING ON LINE NEAR COMPACTOR MISSING CAP
  • Critical. Observed raw sewage on ground of establishment.wastewater around compactor
  • Drain cover(s) missing.
  • Drain cover(s) missing. drain not protected near entrance to bar
  • Outdoor refuse area not curbed and graded to drain.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. BROKEN AUTOMATICALLY CLOSING DEVICES ON DOORS TO COMPACTOR AREA
  • Outdoor walking and driving areas not properly finished and maintained.POT HOLDS IN AREAS AROUND COMPACTOR (HOLDING WASTEWATER )
  • Exterior walking and driving surfaces not graded to drain.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.MOLDING MISSING AROUND WALL JUNCTION
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.in area of vestibule leading to staging area for banquets
  • Observed hole in wall. on wall at southside of rear door to compactor
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Wall not smooth and easily cleanable.area under dishmachine
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.DEFLECTOR BROKEN (A/C VENT)
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated fan guards in walk-in
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical. No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
7/29/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 2/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/25/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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