Taco Bell, 3529 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Taco Bell
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3529 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32311
License #: 4702696
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 08/25/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease and food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Observed on gaskets and door frame of hot holding cabinet near fryers.
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wearing gloves put gloved hand in pants pocket and then return to food prep at the fryers without changing gloves.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Observed grill/oven cleaner stored directly next to bin of chips that employee was prepping. Observed chemical residue around the top and lid of the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of mold-like substance on juice/drink dispensing nozzles/equipment. Observed around nozzles of icee machine at front counter.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rolling prep cart stored over handwash sink completely blocking its access and use. **Corrected On-Site**
08/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. At cabinets under soda dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Hash browns, empanadas, churros. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At thermalizers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Near drive thru window. **Corrected On-Site**
5/20/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wearing gloves use sanitizer cloth to wipe surfaces at prep line and then return to food prep (pulled tortilla out of package and placed it on warmer)without changing gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
11/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Shredded cheese on prep line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Exterior faucets near main entry door and at drive thru. 4/16/13 **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
7/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans in dish storage area.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Left in mop bucket next to mop sink.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Near back door, also near drivethru window.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Battery dead, near three compartment sink.
4/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Located in men's rest room. **Corrected On-Site**
12/21/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed pooled water in reach-in cooler under make table. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. STEAK IN WALK-IN COOLER. Corrected On Site.
7/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
6/1/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. FLOOR ON LINE. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food on floor. BAG OF CHIPS.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
1/30/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
9/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Large soft tortilla is touching wrist when holding flat in palm of gloved hand. Also loose clothing touches tortilla on make table.
2/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Loose shirt coming in contact with food while preparing, on cook line.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter not dated at soda syrups.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength at cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable; grout missing around thermalizer with standing water and food debris.
10/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions no dates on filters.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored; release agent on soda box shelf.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
6/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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