TAKE OUT CAFETERIA
21870 Palm Beach Boulevard
Florida, 33920
Lee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/8/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
6
Total
7
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked by rear exit door in the kitchen.
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed canned tomato sauce to red outside under metal table. Repeat Violation
- 33-23-4:Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease dumpster not on solid concrete pad next to dumpster. Repeat Violation
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with flour in use bulk bin.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas in walk in freezer not covered, operator covered with plastic wrap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/8/2025 revealed 7 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 2/13/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 33-23-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap sitting on concrete blocks in grass/dirt area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-13: **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for all employees. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-13: Observed proof of training for some employee. Operator will obtain Certified Food Manager training within 30 days of licensing and will obtain Food handler training within 60 days of hire. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/13/2025 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 2/12/2025
High Priority
8
Intermediate
5
Basic
8
Total
22
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee music speaker on reach in cooler. Warning
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with food with no hair protection, operator put on hairnet. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed lime marinade juice stored on table outside behind restaurant. Observed pork butts stored outside. Warning
- 33-23-4:Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap sitting on concrete blocks in grass/dirt area. Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near stacked ovens. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pork butts in walk in freezer not covered or in protective container. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork cases thawing on table behind building, operator moved boxes to walk on cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. Warning
- 46-04-4:Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit door in dining area locked. Corrected On-Site
- 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed chicken quarters at ambient room temperature at 126F, operator moved to oven for heating. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed server change gloves without washing hands. Warning
- 12A-25-4:High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed server touch face then handle food without washing hands or changing gloves. Warning
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags in direct contact with pork bellies on walk in cooler. Warning
- 35A-09-4:High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 small flying insect landed on a shelf by the grill by the back door. Warning
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping outside building on top of lime juice marinade mix. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 4 doz. eggs at ambient 55F in reach in cooler according to the operator for 1 hour and a half, operator Moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03B-04-5:High Priority - Whole meat roast hot held at less than 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork shoulder hot holding on service line at 129F, operator moved to heat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic pitcher stored in hand wash sink on cook line. Warning
- 02D-06-5:Intermediate - Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed puffed wheat at service counter only labeling in Spanish. Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed towels at handwashing sink not dispensing. Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for all employees. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/12/2025 revealed 22 total violations (8 high priority, 5 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 10/1/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
7
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on reach in cooler door handles. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed food debris on reach in cooler door handles. **Time Extended**
- 14-71-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape on 3 door stand up cooler to hold glass in place. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed duct tape on 3 door stand up cooler to hold glass in place. **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cookline under and behind equipment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed floor soiled on cookline under and behind equipment. **Time Extended**
- 08B-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cans of food stored outside under a metal table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed cans of food stored outside under a metal table. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in and walk in coolers. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed soiled gaskets on reach in and walk in coolers. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in cook line area with build up of grease. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: Observed wall in cook line area with build up of grease. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/1/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 9/24/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on reach in cooler door handles. Warning
- 14-71-4:Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape on 3 door stand up cooler to hold glass in place. Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cookline under and behind equipment. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of frozen yuca stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cans of food stored outside under a metal table. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in and walk in coolers. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in cook line area with build up of grease. Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 small flying insects in restaurant not landing on food contact surface. Business is open and operating. Warning
- 01B-14-4:High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 egg in reach in cooler in bulk eggs holding container. Operator discarded egg. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser on cook line not dispensing towels, operator fixed dispenser. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/24/2024 revealed 11 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 6/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 08B-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cans of tomato paste stored outside under prep table Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Observed cans of tomato paste stored outside under prep table. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets. **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Observed Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. observed no proof of training for some employees. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/25/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 6/18/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
9
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up of brown mold like substance on interior chute of ice machine. Operator cleaned while inspection was on going. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage next to slicer on front counter prep table. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of food in walk in cooler not stored at least 6" off the floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cans of tomato paste stored outside under prep table Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed build up of grease on hood unit. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between metal shelf and shelf by 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cases of pork thawed on prep table outside behind the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 46-04-4:Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit in dining room door locked.
- 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed non commercially packaged raw beef over un wrapped raw potato patties in reach in freezer. Operator corrected by moving beef to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed pork sitting on counter at 65F. Operator discarded pork. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed side of pork at 65 degrees sitting on cart on the cookline. Operator discarded pork. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual can opener stored above reach in cooler on cook line with build up of food debris. Warning
- 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand wash sink removed from location next to 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. observed no proof of training for some employees. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/18/2024 revealed 16 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 3/27/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
13
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used in the sugar bulk bin as a scoop. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed no handle bowl used in the sugar bulk bin as a scoop. **Time Extended**
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in door handles in the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed build up of food debris on reach in door handles in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of grease on ceilings and vents. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed accumulation of grease on ceilings and vents **Time Extended**
- 08B-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plantains in walk in freezer not at least 6 inches off the floor. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed plantains in walk in freezer not at least 6 inches off **Time Extended**
- 36-68-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed accumulation of grease on hood and hood vents. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed accumulation of grease on hood and hood vents **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers inside reach in or walk in refrigeration units. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed no ambient thermometers inside reach in or walk in refrigeration units **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents above cookline soiled heavily with grease buildup. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed hood vents above cookline soiled heavily with grease buildup **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with build up of food debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with build up of food debris. **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed stored empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. **Time Extended**
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken in the walk in refrigerator stored above unwashed Squash. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed raw chicken in the walk in refrigerator stored above unwashed Squash. **Time Extended**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of winded stored on shelve next to sauce across from 3 door refrigerator in the front of the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed bottle of windex stored on shelve next to sauce across from 3 door refrigerator in the front of the kitchen **Time Extended**
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some food handlers training was expired. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-27: Observed some food handlers training was expired. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/27/2024 revealed 13 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 3/27/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
12
Total
21
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used in the sugar bulk bin as a scoop. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in door handles in the kitchen. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of grease on ceilings and vents. Warning
- 08B-32-4:Basic - Food being prepared outside. Observed food being prepared outside behind the restaurant. Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plantains in walk in freezer not at least 6 inches off the floor. Warning
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cans of tomato paste, bottled water, bread, lime juice. Being stored outside under prep table. Warning
- 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed accumulation of grease on hood and hood vents. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers inside reach in or walk in refrigeration units. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents above cookline soiled heavily with grease buildup. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with build up of food debris. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored empanadas in walk in freezer not covered. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen cases of pork being thawed outside on table behind the restaurant. Warning
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator put on gloves without washing hands before beginning working with food. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken in the walk in refrigerator stored above unwashed Squash. Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork hot holding at 129F for less than 4 hours, operating put pork back in oven to heat up to 165F. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of winded stored on shelve next to sauce across from 3 door refrigerator in the front of the kitchen. Warning
- 16-22-4:Intermediate - No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Observed no proper way to wash, rinse and sanitize dishes correctly. Operator removed 3 compartment sink and replaced with 2 compartment sink. Warning
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler. Warning
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some food handlers training was expired. Warning
- 16-28-4:Intermediate - Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed 3 compartment sink replaced with a two compartment sink. Warning
- 27-02-4:Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Observed no current well inspection report. Operator emailed copy of most recent well report. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/27/2024 revealed 21 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 10/6/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
10
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in and walk in door handles and gaskets soiled with food debris on line and outside.
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing watches.
- 08B-32-4:Basic - Food being prepared outside. Observed fresh garlic being run through an electric grinder outside the back door.
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed milk in plastic containers not stored 6 inches off floor in walk in cooler.
- 33-23-4:Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease container not on concrete pad out side of restaurant.
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between metal peeling shelf on spice shelf. Repeat Violation
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer located in reach in refrigerators.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled with food debris.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing at ambient air temperature in rear outside of building. Food moved immediately to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee working with food change gloves without washing hands.
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef not commercially packaged above ready to eat plantains in reach in freezer.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw pork in walk in refrigerator.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 15 pounds raw fish cold holding at 67F.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish 67F cold holding in reach in refrigerator at 12:00.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on back line roll top refrigerator soiled with food debris.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/6/2023 revealed 17 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 10 basic).