Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.n-Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.n-Observed ceiling in dishwashing area in disrepairs.

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.n-Observed accumulation of dust buildup on AC vents, ceiling tiles and light shields in kitchen areas.

Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.n-Observed employee cheese stored in glass door refrigerator not identified. Operator removed and stored in separately. Corrected On-Site

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.n-Observed employees bags stored on food preparation table next to clean utensils.

Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting.n-Observed various food containers stored in a manner not allowing proper air drying.

Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.n-Observed floor tiles missing throughout walk-in cooler.

Basic – Food stored on floor.n-Observed containers with food items stored on walk-in cooler floor. n-Observed cases with drinking water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.n-Observed ice scoop with handle stored in ice used for drinking.

Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.n-Observed scoop with handle stored in flour container.

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.n-Observed soiled residue buildup on sugar and salt containers.

Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored.n-Observed cases with takeout containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Basic – Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash.n-Observed 2 open containers with drinking water stored on front counter next to handwash sink. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Basic – Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.n-Observed cooked rice cooling in walk-in cooler at 48-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice has been cooling from overnight. Cooked rice did not cooled from 135°F to 41°F in a total of 6 hours. See stop sale.

High Priority – Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area.n-Observed 2 live flying insects landing on wall in kitchen. n-Observed 4 live flying insects landing on wall in bar areas. Warning

High Priority – Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage – direct contact with food.n-Observed cooked lamb stored directly in shopping bags. Operator removed to an food grade container. Corrected On-Site

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged.n-Observed raw octopus stored over cooked chicken in chest freezer. Operator relocate cooked chicken. Corrected On-Site

High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.n-Observed cooked sweet potatoes date mark as cooked dates 08/10/2023-08/11/2023. See stop sale.

High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale

nObserved cooked sweet potatoes date mark as cooked dates 08/10/2023-08/11/2023.

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse

nObserved cooked potatoes cold held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, potatoes placed in unit on 08/19/2023.

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.n-Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, potatoes placed in unit on 08/19/2023. See stop sale. nn-Observed cooked eggs cold held in flip top cooler at 47°F. Per operator, eggs were cooked on 08/19/2023. See stop sale Warning

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.n-Observed spray bottle with cleaning chemical stored on shelf next to takeout containers. Operator relocate spray bottle. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. A poster has been given to the operator. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate – Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.n-Observed cooked rice covered while cooling. Cooked rice found at 48-52°F after 6 hours.

Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/n-Observed food manager certification expired on 04/09/2023

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.n-Observed handwash sink block with ice bucket.

Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.n-Observed no date marked on cooked rice stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, rice cooked on 08/19/2023. n-Observed no date marked on cooked octopus stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, item was cooked on 08/16/2023. Operator correctly date marked. n-Observed no date marked on cooked lamb chops stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, item was cooked on 08/16/2023. Operator correctly date marked. Corrected On-Site