Tropic Grill, 9700 Nw 25 St, Doral, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TROPIC GRILL
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 9700 Nw 25 St, Doral, FL 33172
License #: 2331442
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 10/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area.
  • High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
10/08/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Six dead under prep table Four under pot storage area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By three compartment sink
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Olives in storage area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. By bread drawers
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reuse of single-use articles. Colorant container
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef 56 F, beef 70 F, soup 50 F in walk in cooler
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler.
  • High Priority - Shell eggs held at room temperature with an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator put in cooler
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. beef 56 F, beef 70 F, soup 50 F
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Food containers **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Pans of cooling potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods stacked on top of one another.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling.
  • Intermediate - Refrigerator not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Desert cooler in dining room
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
10/07/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
2/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • Basic - Ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers had accumulation of mold-like substance.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
7/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair.
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.
4/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/31/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. woman's bathroom on one sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. gasket in reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. employee warewashing coffee utensils Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. ham Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. shelves in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. front counter reach in cooler.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. by warewashing area
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.kitchen area
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.by warewashing area
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. coffee station
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.some areas in kitchen
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employees provided in-house training not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.
  • Observed food debris accumulated inside walk-in freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area.in 3 compartment sink while washing equipment
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.beans and rice
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.walk in cooler
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. reach in cooler byy cafeteria
  • Observed hole in wall. by backdoor
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.oats in cafeteria
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 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.ham
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.by grill
  • Critical - Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.back door
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.forks
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical - Observed soiled walk -in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.ham
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.knives
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.backdoor
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.pork
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.sugar Corrected On Site.
12/5/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
1/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.Fly catcher above fruits/vegetables..
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
8/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.Bag of breads
  • 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 improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
  • Observed floor-mounted equipment not sealed or with legs providing at least 6-inch clearance between floor and equipment.
  • Observed insect control device installed over food storage area.
  • No metal container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Convection oven
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.Bare concrete
6/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. (BREAKFAST BUCKET) (70F) AT COOK LINE. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. COFFEE AREA.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. COFFEE AREA (BOWL WITH EMPANADAS (DUMPLINGS)).
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. CHANGING TASKS (HANDLING MONEY AND THEN ENGAGED IN FOOD PREPARATION BY CAFETERIA WINDOW).
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. TOOTH PICKS CASE WITH CHEMICALS. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. UNDER COFFEE MACHINE AT FRONT WINDOW.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. WD40 (SPRAY) WITH CUT OUT FOIL PIECES FOR USED FOOD WRAPPING AT FRONT WINDOW (CAFETERIA).
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided on 3 employees randomly chosen at front counter in wich 2 are over 60 days period.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 : 05/11/2010.
3/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. ALFREDO SAUCE MIX COOKED AND UNDER STEAMER AT ROOM TEMPERTURES . (126F).
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. FOODS PREPARED EARLY IN THE MORNING PLACED ON THE STEAMER TABLE AT TOO LOWER TEMPERTURES NOT AT 135 F OR OVER WHEN CHECKED.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. FRONT COUNTER .
  • Critical. Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, area causing possible cross-contamination.Storing food of outsider employee over cans at reach in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site. LUNCHERIA (PREP-AREA).
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized. FRONT COUNTER (CAFETERIA).
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed kitchen knife surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits on magnet holder next to tool.
  • Non-prewrapped utensils not properly presented.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. STORING CONTAIBER WITH WIPE CLOTH.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. FRONT COUNTER (CAFETERIA).
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of more tnan 50 aproximately dead or trapped insects in prep-area (LUNCHERIA).
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. KITCHEN CORNER NEXT TO PIPES.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. STORAGE AREA IN KITCHEN .
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. GLASS CLEANER BOTTLE NEXT TO WATER PICHERS.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. FRONT CAFETERIA .
11/4/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/27/2008Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended

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