ROMI'S TACOS
435 E BRANDON BLVD # B
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 9/16/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in dry storage Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in cooler and freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
- 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment went from 29 seats to 66 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: Seating change evaluation form not submitted. Admin Complaint
- 36-62-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Several lights out in dry storage room Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar hand sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
- 08B-63-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unlocked reach in cooler in dining area with sauces and produce Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
- 28-12-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No septic system approval for seating change Admin Complaint
- 22-45-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing containers in 1 compartment at three compartment sink and did not sanitize Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: Observed employee washing dishes in 3 compartment sink not set up properly. **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed wait station with hand sink,and restroom. Extended bar added drink station with ice well, and ice machine. Increased seating with no seating change evaluation form from proviso 1 in approved plans from 2018. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No plans submitted as of 09/16/24 Admin Complaint
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No training certificates available Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/16/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/8/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
5
Basic
8
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in dry storage Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in cooler and freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment went from 29 seats to 66 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags of rice, beans, sugar, dehydrated peppers and cases of oil on floor in storage Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Cases of oil on floor in storage **Time Extended**
- 36-62-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Several lights out in dry storage room Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 51-13-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar hand sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 08B-63-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unlocked reach in cooler in dining area with sauces and produce Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 28-12-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 22-45-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing containers in 1 compartment at three compartment sink and did not sanitize Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink. Manager got towels No paper towels at bar hand sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed wait station with hand sink,and restroom. Extended bar added drink station with ice well, and ice machine. Increased seating with no seating change evaluation form from proviso 1 in approved plans from 2018. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/8/2024 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 5 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 7/8/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
7
Basic
10
Total
23
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in dry storage Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 30 dead roaches in glue traps under mop sink Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in cooler and freezer Warning
- 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment went from 29 seats to 66 Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags of rice, beans, sugar, dehydrated peppers and cases of oil on floor in storage Warning
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. Several lights out in dry storage room Warning
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar hand sink Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo containers on floor in dry storage Warning
- 08B-63-4:Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unlocked reach in cooler in dining area with sauces and produce Warning
- 12A-29-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee washing dishes then handled clean spoons without washing hands Warning
- 28-12-4:High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Warning
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing containers in 1 compartment at three compartment sink and did not sanitize Warning
- 35A-09-4:High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 10 dead millipedes on ground throughout restaurant Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in hand sink Warning
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 11 rodent droppings behind reach in freezer Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor next to reach in cooler in dining room 10 droppings on floor by bathrooms Approximately 60 droppings on floor in dry storage by co2 tanks and water heater Warning
- 11-27-4: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. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen blocked by trash can and cart. Manager removed Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink. Manager got towels No paper towels at bar hand sink Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed wait station with hand sink,and restroom. Extended bar added drink station with ice well, and ice machine. Increased seating with no seating change evaluation form from proviso 1 in approved plans from 2018. Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning
- 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed commercial bags of rat poison on dry storage shelf next to bag of sugar. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/8/2024 revealed 23 total violations (6 high priority, 7 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 3/6/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing at room temperatures
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cleaning supplies in sink cook line
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/6/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/28/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
7
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar container
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind white freezer
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/28/2023 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 7 basic).