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East Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Florida, 33584
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.2/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/28/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
11
Total
14
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 35B-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 29-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/28/2025 revealed 14 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 4/26/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
17
Total
22
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -current license at time of inspection 2025, posted license 2024 - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach from paper towel dispenser into hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach under hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach in lower right corner door anchor of reach in cooler left of coming equipment - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -multiple dead roaches through establishment due to treatment, employees began cleaning all found dead roaches during follow-up inspection **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -multiple dead roaches throughout establishment due to treatment, operators continued ongoing cleaning **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: Several dead roaches throughout due intense pest control treatment. Operator removed immediately when pointed out. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -right side walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under kitchen equipment soiled with food and grease - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters accumulation of grease -walk in cooler fan covers -under kitchen equipment soiled with accumulation of food and greaseRepeat Violation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 35B-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 29-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -bright red door storage room outside of kitchen -breaker box room in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count in wood mount connecting 3 compartment sink used for dish washing, to wall -1 live roach in reach in cooler at cooks line -17 live roaches under rear slash guard at 3 compartment sink used for food prep outside of walk in units -25 live roaches on left side of splash guard where guard meets wall at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside walk in unit -11 roaches in box of bakery pan liner at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside of walk in units -3 live roaches in ceiling tile above right side of 3 compartment sink for food prep facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in center holding bracket for storage shelf above 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -Live roaches in an amount too numerous to count under 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in small prep table right of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -40 live roaches under splash guard lip at back to back prep tables near 3 compartment sink used for dish washing -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count behind, under, and on top of back splash wall running along dish machine line -11 live roaches in cam unit above dish machine Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -2 live roaches in ceiling above dish machine in power line -1 live roach behind storage shelf far left side of drying area for dish machine(operator killed and discarded) -2 live roaches under rinse sink at dish machine (operator killed and discarded) -1 live roach on rinse sink of dish machine area (operator killed and discarded) -8 live roaches under small prep table right side of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment (operator killed all visible roaches and discarded) -1 live roach on bucket under 3 compartment sink facing walk in unit(operator killed and discarded Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -1 live roach in ceiling tile above swinging doors left side of 3 compartment sink sink for dish washing -4 live roaches in upper left door hinge on swinging doors left side of 3 compartment sink for dishwashing -1 live roach in lower left hing of door listed above -3 live roaches on power box behind Pepsi branded reach in cooler at kitchen entrance -All found live roaches at time of inspection were killed and discarded by operatorAdmin Complaint Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: 1 live roach on wall by dish machine 1 live roach on floor in storage room 1 live roach on floor in kitchen by long make table 1 live roach on floor on its back in dining room by candy machine. **Time Extended**
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board next to ice machine soiled Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/26/2025 revealed 22 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 17 basic).
Inspection on 4/25/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
17
Total
22
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -current license at time of inspection 2025, posted license 2024 - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach from paper towel dispenser into hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach under hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach in lower right corner door anchor of reach in cooler left of coming equipment - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -multiple dead roaches through establishment due to treatment, employees began cleaning all found dead roaches during follow-up inspection **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -multiple dead roaches throughout establishment due to treatment, operators continued ongoing cleaning **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -right side walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under kitchen equipment soiled with food and grease - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters accumulation of grease -walk in cooler fan covers -under kitchen equipment soiled with accumulation of food and greaseRepeat Violation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35B-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 29-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -bright red door storage room outside of kitchen -breaker box room in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count in wood mount connecting 3 compartment sink used for dish washing, to wall -1 live roach in reach in cooler at cooks line -17 live roaches under rear slash guard at 3 compartment sink used for food prep outside of walk in units -25 live roaches on left side of splash guard where guard meets wall at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside walk in unit -11 roaches in box of bakery pan liner at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside of walk in units -3 live roaches in ceiling tile above right side of 3 compartment sink for food prep facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in center holding bracket for storage shelf above 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -Live roaches in an amount too numerous to count under 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in small prep table right of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -40 live roaches under splash guard lip at back to back prep tables near 3 compartment sink used for dish washing -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count behind, under, and on top of back splash wall running along dish machine line -11 live roaches in cam unit above dish machine Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -2 live roaches in ceiling above dish machine in power line -1 live roach behind storage shelf far left side of drying area for dish machine(operator killed and discarded) -2 live roaches under rinse sink at dish machine (operator killed and discarded) -1 live roach on rinse sink of dish machine area (operator killed and discarded) -8 live roaches under small prep table right side of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment (operator killed all visible roaches and discarded) -1 live roach on bucket under 3 compartment sink facing walk in unit(operator killed and discarded Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -1 live roach in ceiling tile above swinging doors left side of 3 compartment sink sink for dish washing -4 live roaches in upper left door hinge on swinging doors left side of 3 compartment sink for dishwashing -1 live roach in lower left hing of door listed above -3 live roaches on power box behind Pepsi branded reach in cooler at kitchen entrance -All found live roaches at time of inspection were killed and discarded by operatorAdmin Complaint Admin Complaint
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board next to ice machine soiled Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/25/2025 revealed 22 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 17 basic).
Inspection on 4/25/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
17
Total
22
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -current license at time of inspection 2025, posted license 2024 - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach from paper towel dispenser into hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach under hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach in lower right corner door anchor of reach in cooler left of coming equipment - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -multiple dead roaches through establishment due to treatment, employees began cleaning all found dead roaches during follow-up inspection **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -right side walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under kitchen equipment soiled with food and grease - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters accumulation of grease -walk in cooler fan covers -under kitchen equipment soiled with accumulation of food and greaseRepeat Violation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35B-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 29-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -bright red door storage room outside of kitchen -breaker box room in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count in wood mount connecting 3 compartment sink used for dish washing, to wall -1 live roach in reach in cooler at cooks line -17 live roaches under rear slash guard at 3 compartment sink used for food prep outside of walk in units -25 live roaches on left side of splash guard where guard meets wall at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside walk in unit -11 roaches in box of bakery pan liner at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside of walk in units -3 live roaches in ceiling tile above right side of 3 compartment sink for food prep facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in center holding bracket for storage shelf above 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -Live roaches in an amount too numerous to count under 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in small prep table right of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -40 live roaches under splash guard lip at back to back prep tables near 3 compartment sink used for dish washing -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count behind, under, and on top of back splash wall running along dish machine line -11 live roaches in cam unit above dish machine Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: -2 live roaches in ceiling above dish machine in power line -1 live roach behind storage shelf far left side of drying area for dish machine(operator killed and discarded) -2 live roaches under rinse sink at dish machine (operator killed and discarded) -1 live roach on rinse sink of dish machine area (operator killed and discarded) -8 live roaches under small prep table right side of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment (operator killed all visible roaches and discarded) -1 live roach on bucket under 3 compartment sink facing walk in unit(operator killed and discarded Admin Complaint
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board next to ice machine soiled Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/25/2025 revealed 22 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 17 basic).
Inspection on 4/24/2025
High Priority
12
Intermediate
5
Basic
21
Total
38
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen
- 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -current license at time of inspection 2025, posted license 2024
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach from paper towel dispenser into hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach under hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink -1 dead roach in lower right corner door anchor of reach in cooler left of coming equipment
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -right side walk in cooler
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under kitchen equipment soiled with food and grease
- 33-20-4:Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -spatulas at hibachi station
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters accumulation of grease -walk in cooler fan covers -under kitchen equipment soiled with accumulation of food and greaseRepeat Violation Repeat Violation
- 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.
- 35B-09-4:Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen
- 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine
- 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -bright red door storage room outside of kitchen -breaker box room in kitchen
- 42-03-5:Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation Repeat Violation
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -thawed not under running water Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use
- 29-03-4:Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. -water from dish machine drain line over flowing onto floor
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking Repeat Violation
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -pizza sauce can dented
- 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. -employee washed hands in hand sink, less than 10 seconds
- 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. -employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink no soap
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -dishes washed in 3 compartment sink not sanitized
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Corrected On-Site
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -Orthene
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count in wood mount connecting 3 compartment sink used for dish washing, to wall -1 live roach in reach in cooler at cooks line -17 live roaches under rear slash guard at 3 compartment sink used for food prep outside of walk in units -25 live roaches on left side of splash guard where guard meets wall at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside walk in unit -11 roaches in box of bakery pan liner at 3 compartment sink for food prep outside of walk in units -3 live roaches in ceiling tile above right side of 3 compartment sink for food prep facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in center holding bracket for storage shelf above 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -Live roaches in an amount too numerous to count under 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -2 live roaches in small prep table right of 3 compartment sink facing cooking equipment -40 live roaches under splash guard lip at back to back prep tables near 3 compartment sink used for dish washing -live roaches in an amount too numerous to count behind, under, and on top of back splash wall running along dish machine line -11 live roaches in cam unit above dish machine Admin Complaint
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -noodles (45F - Cold Holding); noodles (45F - Cold Holding); wonton (44F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding); raw shell egg (45F - Cold Holding); shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); shrimp (45F - Cold Holding)
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -noodles (45F - Cold Holding); noodles (45F - Cold Holding); wonton (44F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding); raw shell egg (45F - Cold Holding); shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); shrimp (45F - Cold Holding)
- 03F-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. -sushi rice
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink
- 52-03-4:Intermediate - Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board next to ice machine soiled Repeat Violation
- 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. -for some employees -provided blank copy of employee health reporting agreement
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/24/2025 revealed 38 total violations (12 high priority, 5 intermediate, 21 basic).
Inspection on 9/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
16
Total
18
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -employee restroom in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -In Sugar Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee earbuds and keys stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear kitchen door Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 29-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -Hand wash sink at buffet line -Hand wash sink in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 08B-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of cooked clams stored less than 6 inches above floor in walk-in freezer -bucket of watermelons stored on floor, operator relocated - oil jug stored on floor in kitchen, operator relocated Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: Watermelons stored on floor in walk in **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk- in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 10-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. -Tongs on grill handle Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -walk-in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler shelves soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers soiled Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -tools stored above foods on dry storage shelves Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - Sugar not labeled by common name in soda and tea area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on roll top reach in cooler stained Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -Serve station - buffet line behind flat top Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/17/2024 revealed 18 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 16 basic).
Inspection on 9/13/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
18
Total
23
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 05-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -double glass door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen, pulled towards front Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -employee restroom in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -In Sugar Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee earbuds and keys stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear kitchen door Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 29-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -Hand wash sink at buffet line -Hand wash sink in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 08B-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of cooked clams stored less than 6 inches above floor in walk-in freezer -bucket of watermelons stored on floor, operator relocated - oil jug stored on floor in kitchen, operator relocated Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: Watermelons stored on floor in walk in **Time Extended**
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk- in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 10-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. -Tongs on grill handle Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -walk-in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -HWS at service station -sign states hand wash only Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler shelves soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers soiled Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 42-03-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -tools stored above foods on dry storage shelves Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - Sugar not labeled by common name in soda and tea area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 22-41-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -tested 2x, 0ppm Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -black hose underneath shelf in dishwashing area Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on roll top reach in cooler stained Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -employee restroom in kitchen -HWS at serve station Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: No paper towels **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -Serve station - buffet line behind flat top Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/13/2024 revealed 23 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 18 basic).
Inspection on 9/10/2024
High Priority
7
Intermediate
4
Basic
22
Total
33
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 05-11-4:Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -double glass door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen, pulled towards front Corrected On-Site Warning
- 32-02-4:Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -employee restroom in kitchen Warning
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -In Sugar Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee earbuds and keys stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear kitchen door Warning
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -Hand wash sink at buffet line -Hand wash sink in kitchen Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of cooked clams stored less than 6 inches above floor in walk-in freezer -bucket of watermelons stored on floor, operator relocated - oil jug stored on floor in kitchen, operator relocated Corrected On-Site Warning
- 33-20-4:Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk- in freezer Warning
- 10-02-4:Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. -Tongs on grill handle Warning
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -walk-in freezer Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -glass door reach in cooler Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -HWS at service station -sign states hand wash only Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler shelves soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers soiled Warning
- 42-03-5:Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -tools stored above foods on dry storage shelves Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -employee thawing frozen shrimp in standing water, operator placed under continuously flowing cold water Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -prep sink faucet and handle leaking Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - Sugar not labeled by common name in soda and tea area Warning
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -tested 2x, 0ppm Warning
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -License expired 04/01/2024, operator renewed license during inspection Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw beef over krab in walk-in freezer Warning
- 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. -raw beef over raw shrimp in walk-in freezer Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -all sushi portions stored on buffet less than 2 hours are above 41F, operator placed under Time As Public Health Control -boiled eggs 57F, per operator stored on buffet less than 1 hour, operator placed under Time As Public Health Control -Raw beef 51F, raw chicken 50F, raw shrimp 51F **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation 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. -sushi rice 107F, per operator less than 2 hours, operator placed foods under Time As Public Health Control -cooked clams 112F, teriyaki chicken 100F, Fries 112F, per all foods operator stored on buffet less than 30 minutes, operator placed foods under Time As Public Health Control **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -black hose underneath shelf in dishwashing area Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on roll top reach in cooler stained Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -employee restroom in kitchen -HWS at serve station Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -Serve station - buffet line behind flat top Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -cold TCS foods on buffet Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/10/2024 revealed 33 total violations (7 high priority, 4 intermediate, 22 basic).
Inspection on 4/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 33-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - three cook line coolers. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: Missing from Pepsi cooler holding hood products **Time Extended**
- 35B-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - dry storage area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting boards on cook line Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/2/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/31/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
8
Basic
13
Total
25
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. Warning
- 32-02-4:Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. - mens restroom - women's restroom Warning
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - men's restroom and women's restrooms connected by common closet with doors on both sides. Both doors had broken or insufficient locks. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cook line cooler - sushi station cooler Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - energy drink on counter at sushi station Warning
- 08B-37-4:Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. - cases of potatoes stored in maintenance room with chemicals and maintenance tools Warning
- 33-20-4:Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. - bulk sauce bucket in walk in cooler Warning
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - three cook line coolers. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 35B-03-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door Warning
- 25-34-4:Basic - Oyster/clam/mussel/crab or other shells purchased from a supplier reused to serve food. - used to serve imitation crab stuffing Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - dry storage area Warning
- 01D-01-5:High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. - salmon Manager contacted supplier. Supplier sent through email. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. - reach in cooler raw beef and raw chicken over avocado Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); - raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); - chicken (58F - Cold Holding); - noodles (62F - Cold Holding) On hibachi station. Manager states less than 3 hours. Employee added ice to holding unit **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at faucet. - below ware wash counter 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. - emailed to operator Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting boards on cook line Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - server station Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. - front hand wash sink Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. - emailed forms to operator Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/31/2024 revealed 25 total violations (4 high priority, 8 intermediate, 13 basic).