The Palm's Cafe Bleuu, 2 Palmetto St, Welaka, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE PALM'S CAFE BLEUU
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2 Palmetto St, Welaka, FL 32193
License #: 6400796
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 5/29/2014

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Inspection findings

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Type

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  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing. Both. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Under prep table. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Broiler damaged by fire.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil in back room. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Top microwave. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Unnecessary items on the premise. Cooler and oil drum outside. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Kitchen and bar area. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs above several ready to eat foods in black refrigerator. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Large wooden board. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Back Reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen.
5/29/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing. Both **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Dish rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Cell phone on cutting board.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. At bar area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven. Burners
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Tea. Moved up. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Cook line. Top microwave.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. Fish. Shrimp **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Unnecessary items on the premise. Cooler outside. Oil drum.
  • Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. In kitchen.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs above lettuce. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Back room Reach in cooler.
5/15/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing. Both bathrooms.
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Dish rack
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cook line.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. At bar **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in an improper manner. Fish left out. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo items not inverted.
  • Basic - Unnecessary items on the premise. By rear of building / kitchen : old equipment , items
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Chicken over vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. Peroxide over utensils **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in sink.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
12/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Dish racks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelets. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Cardboard covering throughout. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
4/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. Dish rack.
  • Observed floors not constructed easly cleanable. Cardboard used as a floor covering throughout kitchen and behind bar.
  • Observed floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors damaged behind bar, missing tiles in kitchen and storage area.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning labels on containers in reachin cooler.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. On deflector shield in ice machine.
8/24/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. Cardboard used as a floor covering throughout kitchen and behind bar.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors damaged behind bar, missing tiles in kitchen and storage area.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Tongs on oven handle. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Reach in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. Dish rack.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Food and grease buildup behind fryer.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Labels on containers in reach in cooler.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish, Ground beef, and chicken breasts between 44 and 46 degrees in reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over lettuce in reach in cooler. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by numerous old hard dry rodent droppings found behind bar.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Unwrapped drinking straws on bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. On deflector shield in ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Ants on dish machine and in storage area.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Meat sauce, quiche. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Behind bar. Corrected On Site.
7/26/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/26/2012Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • 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. QUICHE, AND OTHER ITEMS
  • Critical - Violation: 06-05-1 Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. POULTRY Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 10-04-1 In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS OVER HANDLE
  • Violation: 10-07-1 Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. NUMEROUS SPATULAS AT COOKLINE
  • Violation: 18-05-1 Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. NUMEROUS
  • Critical - Violation: 22-27-1 Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. CLEANED BOWLS , PANS
  • Critical - Violation: 32-04-1 Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. MENS AND WOMENS
  • Critical - Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing AT FRONTLINE HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE BIN
  • Critical - Violation: 50-09-1 CURRENT Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. 2011
  • Violation: 51-18-1 No copy of latest inspection report.
4/26/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. MENS AND WOMENS
  • Critical - CURRENT Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. 2011
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. NUMEROUS
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. AT FRONTLINE HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE BIN
  • Critical - First aid supplies improperly stored. BAND AID CONTAINER OVER UTENSIL
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. AT FRONTLINE HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE BIN
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing AT FRONTLINE HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE BIN
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. AT FRONTLINE HANDSINK NEXT TO ICE BIN
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS OVER HANDLE
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. HEAVY BUILD UP ON DEFLECTOR PLATE. DO NOT SERVE ICE TO CUSTOMERS: SEE STOP SALE
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. PANS
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. UNDER CUTTING BOARD
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. OIL CONTAINERS
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. CLEANED BOWLS , PANS
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. NUMEROUS SPATULAS AT COOKLINE
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed non-service animals in the food establishment or on premises. TWO DOGS IN KITCHEN . ONE LARGE ONE SMALL. FOOD PREPARATION IN PROCESS. NOTE: HANDLED SAUCEPAN WITH WATER IN ON FLOOR FOR DOGS.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. NUMEROUS
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. POULTRY Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. BEEF, EGGS OVER READY TO EAT VEGETABLES , PASTA IN REACH IN COOLERS
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVE
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found ONE DEAD LARGE ROACH. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. ANTS BY REAR STORAGE
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. PEROXIDE OVER UTENSILS
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. QUICHE, AND OTHER ITEMS
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. SIGN GIVEN
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. ICE IN ICE MACHINE . HEAVY SLIME ON DEFLECTOR PLATE :
4/20/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. Cardboard covering parts of floor.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelf by microwave.
  • Critical - Observed buildup in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Soup/chili cooling in covered container. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cookline. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sour cream in kitchen refrigerator. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed shell eggs over ready to eat food in refrigerator. Ground beef over ready to eat foods in glass reach-in. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
11/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sour cream, heavy cream opened and not date marked.
  • Violation: 36-10-1 Observed floors in poor repair.
  • Violation: 36-12-1 Floors not constructed easily cleanable. Cardboard taped to floor surfaces.
6/23/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. Cardboard taped to floor surfaces.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Cardboard in use in kitchen [store pots pans]
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 6/2/2011.
  • Observed floors in poor repair.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over vegetables in glass reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. First aid items over clean dishes.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. Mop sink.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sour cream, heavy cream opened and not date marked.
4/1/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). BEEF, (TEMPERATURES) ICE. HEAVY SLIME BUILD UP IN ICE MACHINE
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. COVERED CONTAINER
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. COOKED BEEF AT 50 F ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES ) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. BREADS UNDER TOWEL DISPENSER AT PREPSINK
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW MEAT, SEAFOOD OVER VEGETABLE IN COOLERS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. CUTTING READY TO EAT VEGETABLE S / CILANTRO Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. ICESCOOP HANDLE IN ICE
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. COOKLINE
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. WASHING HANDS IN PREP SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed evidence of employee smoking in food preparation or other non-designated area. CIGARETTES IN ASH TRAY NEXT TO ICEMACHINE / STORAGE AREA Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. HEAVY BLACKLIKE SLIME BUILD UP IN ICEMACHINE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. NUMEROUS CONTAINERS, PANS , UTENSILS CONTAMINATED WITH FOOD DEBRIS , RESIDUE , INSECTS,
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOODFILTERS
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIOR OF CONTAINERS , EQUIPMENT Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. NUMEROUS COUNTERS AND SHELVES , CONTAINERS
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. OUTSIDE PIPES
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. NUMEROUS ITEMS IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. HUNDREDS OF ANTS . STORAGE NEAR ICEMACHINE
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. APRON OVER UTENSILS , RACK
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
9/17/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner. USING FOIL AS A SHELVING COVER
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. SHELVING AND EXTERIORS OF EQUIPMENT
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. BAR AREA
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW EGGS NEXT TO VEGGIES
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW MEAT
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. GRILL
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. REACH IN FREEZER
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF EQUIPMENT
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. BAR
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. BAR
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
12/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/31/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/31/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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