- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souffl cup used to dispense blue cheese dressing. **Corrected On-Site**
- 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. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. Small reach-in next to stove.
- Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Chicken breast. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Single-service articles not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Food containers in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. Faucet at three compartment sink.
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Air conditioner drain line draining into hand sink next to dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
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08/27/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Air conditioner drain line draining into hand sink next to dishwasher. Upon callback a/c drain line still draining into sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- Intermediate - Ice machine not relocated as shown on approved plans. (Ice machine currently located on exterior back porch). Upon callback ice machine has not been relocated as shown on approved plans.**Warning**
- Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed black dog in kitchen and office. **Admin Complaint**
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07/03/2014 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended |
- 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. **Warning**
- Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 128° f. Placed back into microwave. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Broken thermometer in cooler B. **Warning**
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Air conditioner drain line draining into hand sink next to dishwasher. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- Intermediate - Ice machine not relocated as shown on approved plans. (Ice machine currently located on exterior back porch). **Warning**
- Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen **Warning**
- Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed black dog in kitchen and office. **Admin Complaint**
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5/2/2014 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.must be corrected by 1/14/2013.Observed ice not moved inside the building according to the plan. **Warning**
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1/17/2014 | Routine - Food | Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied |
- No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.must be corrected by 1/14/2013.Observed ice not moved inside the building according to the plan. **Warning**
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8/20/2013 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended |
- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sugar, flour **Repeat Violation**
- Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Outside back door.
- Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
- Basic - In-use utensils stored on equipment door handle between uses.
- Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Food containers. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. On front line soiled with food debris.
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Bottle of sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler on front line.
- Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Air conditioning draining into sink. Other hand sink used to hold sanitizer bucket.
- Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Ice machine stored outside. Addressed at a previous inspection.
- Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer.
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7/11/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.must be corrected by 1/14/2013.Observed ice not moved inside the building according to the plan. **Warning**
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3/21/2013 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended |
- No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.must be corrected by 1/14/2013.Observed ice not moved inside the building according to the plan. **Warning**
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1/17/2013 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Extension given, pending |
- Clean utensils,not stored inverted or in a protected manner on the cookline. **Warning**
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit on the cookline reach in cooler. **Warning**
- No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.must be corrected by 1/14/2013.Observed ice not moved inside the building according to the plan. **Warning**
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. **Warning**
- Observed gaskets build-up on the reach in cooler on the cookline. **Warning**
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair on cookline. **Warning**
- Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.Observed a cup without a handled inside the sugar container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored.Observed Fagermeilter inside the reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.Observed 409 stored by utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. **Warning**
- Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle inside the bar area. **Warning**
- Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease on the cookline. **Warning**
- Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Observed a oil and water bottle not labeled on the cookline. **Warning**
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11/14/2012 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- No Violations Were Observed
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11/14/2012 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- No Violations Were Observed
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7/18/2012 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Extension given, pending |
- Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
- No plan review submitted and approved renovations in progress to expand. This violation must be corrected by : 7/5/12.
- Critical - No proof of required employee training provided for Michael . 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. This violation must be corrected by : 7/5/12.
- Critical - Observed beef in bus tub on floor underneath dish machine . Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed cooked cheese bread at (86 degrees fahrenheit ) being cooled at room temperature. removed from oven at 2 pm eastern time.
- Critical - Observed drink stored on clean dish rack.
- Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. food debris in sink
- Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. cooked roast beef stored in container with raw fish Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw uncovered fish next to fresh vegetables
- Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
- Critical - Observed plasic water bottles stored on the floor.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. beef Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. all purpose cleaner hanging on dish shelf.
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. flour and sugar Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
- Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
- Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. egg wash Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. rice at 123 Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. roast beef Corrected On Site.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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5/2/2012 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
- Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Observed an opened can if ( Red Bull).
- Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
- Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
- Observed employee with no hair restraint.Observed cook engaging in foods preparation not wearing a restraint.
- Observed food debris accumulated underneath kitchen equipment needs cleaning.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Observed a box of potatoes setting on the kitchen floor.
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair next to ice machine.
- Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed handsink in the waitress station having a small glass inside the handsink. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed handsink on the cookline having all types of foods debris inside the handsink.
- Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
- Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.Observed shrimps and scallops and chicken and ground beef thawed at room temperature.
- Critical - Portable fire extinguisher missing from designated location. For reporting purposes only.Observed k class setting on the kitchen floor.
- Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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9/28/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- No Violations Were Observed
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3/25/2011 | Routine - Food | Admin. Complaint Callback Complied |
- Critical - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
- Critical - (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (4) storing the FOOD in PACKAGES, covered containers, or wrappings;
- Critical - (B) Except when washing fruits and vegetables as specified under Section 3-302.15 or when otherwise approved, food EMPLOYEES' may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment.
- (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
- Critical - (E) Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under Section 4-603.11, surfaces of UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT contacting FOOD that is not POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS shall be cleaned: (1) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (2) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and CONSUMER self-service UTENSILS such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (3) Before restocking CONSUMER self-service EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS such as condiment dispensers and display containers; (4) In EQUIPMENT such as ice bins and BEVERAGE dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of EQUIPMENT such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, BEVERAGE and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending EQUIPMENT: (a) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or (b) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
- Critical - Cleaning Procedure. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified under Section 5-202.12. (B) Food EMPLOYEES' shall use the following cleaning procedure: (1) Vigorous friction on the surfaces of the lathered fingers, finger tips, areas between the fingers, hands and arms (or by vigorously rubbing the surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 10 to 15 seconds, followed by; (2) Thorough rinsing under clean, running warm water; and (3) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying of cleaned hands and arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices) using a method as specified under Section 6-301.12. (C) Food EMPLOYEES' shall pay particular attention to the areas underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure. (D) If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands.
- Cutting Surfaces. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
- Effectiveness. (A) Except as provided in Paragraph (B) of this section, FOOD EMPLOYEES' shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE- SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (B) This section does not apply to FOOD EMPLOYEES' such as counter staff who only serve BEVERAGES and wrapped or PACKAGED FOODS, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
- Critical - FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
- Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified in Parts 4-1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. (C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
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3/25/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.( Milk).
- Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.Milk on the front line reachin cooler.
- Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name sugar container.
- Critical. Observed food stored on floor.Observed cooking oil on kitchen floor. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed foods pieces inside the handsink in kitchen area and cleaning pad.
- Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.Observed owner spray his hands off in the three compartment sink.
- Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed cook wearing a watch while she engaging in foods preparation.
- Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.Observed employee switching gloves did not wash there hands.
- Critical. Observed a beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair next to the office.
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair on the cook line.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. On the back line.Repeat Violation.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable on the cook line. Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
- Critical. Observed buildup on soda dispensing machine.
- Observed build-up of mold-like and grease substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface of the dish trays that goes into the diswasher.
- Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed buildup on all cans goods.
- Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed the handsink on front line needs cleaning.
- Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Observed gaskets on the reachin cooler on cook line needs cleaning (all).
- Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees on the front line.
- Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning in kitchen.
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured on the front line.
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10/12/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
- Critical. Violation: 12B-03-1 Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
- Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Critical. Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- Critical. Violation: 53B-01-1 No professional hygiene and/or foodborne illness training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 5/10/10.
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5/12/2010 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended |
- Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.address ed on 3/10
- Critical. Observed employee don gloves without washing hands.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat Violation.ac issued 3/10
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.addressed 0n 3/10 and ac issued. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. No professional hygiene and/or foodborne illness training provided.addressed at 3/10/10 inspection and ac issued
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5/12/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
- Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
- Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.cat
- Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
- Critical. No professional hygiene and/or foodborne illness training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 5/10/10.
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3/10/2010 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
- Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.45, oysters, reachin cooler.
- Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
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9/23/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 5/22/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 3/3/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 10/21/2008 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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