THE KNIFE STEAK HOUSE
1455 1455 NW 107 AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.2/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/2/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
11
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. **Time Extended**
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. **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 all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. **Time Extended**
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
- 36-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. **Time Extended**
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. **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 at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at unit by cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, at unit by cook line. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at 3 compartment sink area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, at 3 compartment sink area. **Time Extended**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cooling); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding) as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At time of callback inspection observed : Pork loin 48°F, chicken meat 46°F, beef sirloin 47°F, parillera sausage 49°F, provolone cheese 45°F, Russian salad 48°F, ceviche 47°F, chicken salad 47°F, blue cheese 46°F, butter 47°F, Moro rice 46°F, cooked vegetables 47°F, cooked ham 47°F. Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding)as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed : Pork loin 48°F, chicken meat 46°F, beef sirloin 47°F, parillera sausage 49°F, provolone cheese 45°F, Russian salad 48°F, ceviche 47°F, chicken salad 47°F, blue cheese 46°F, butter 47°F, Moro rice 46°F, cooked vegetables 47°F, cooked ham 47°F. Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink by grill station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, at handwashing sink by grill station. **Time Extended**
- 48-01-5:- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed a 500000 BTU boiler and not certificate available. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed a 500000 BTU boiler and not certificate available. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/2/2025 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 12/26/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
17
Total
23
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. Warning
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation tables at different counters of the kitchen and cooking area. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at ware washing area and behind the equipments in that area. Warning
- 36-12-4:Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. Warning
- 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer at pastries preparation area and unit at ware washing area as well. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at unit by cook line. Warning
- 24-11-4:Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at 3 compartment sink area. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation 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. Observed chlorine sanitizing dishwasher machine 0ppm. While conducting inspection technician repair the machine , tested at 100 ppm Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over cut fruits and cut vegetables. Staff moved the raw shell eggs to bottom rack. Observed raw chicken over raw meat and raw pork at Meat Walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cooling); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding) as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding)as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink by grill station. Warning
- 48-01-5:No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed a 500000 BTU boiler and not certificate available.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/26/2024 revealed 23 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 17 basic).
Inspection on 12/3/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
15
Total
19
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By the hand sink, near the coal oven.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, throughout the kitchen areas.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda mixed boxes stored on the floor by the soda machine area.
- 14-42-4:Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
- 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 inside sugar container with handle in contact with product at preparation area. Employee placed upwards the handle. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan guard soiled.
- 24-11-4:Basic - Observed buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, throughout the kitchen areas.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (50F - Cold Holding), stored inside walk in cooler. As per employee food was prepared 10 hours before the inspection. During the inspection employee discarded food.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (50F - Cold Holding), stored inside walk in cooler. As per employee food was prepared 10 hours before the inspection. During the inspection employee discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, located preparation area near the walk in cooler.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, throughout the kitchen areas. During the callback inspection employee provided hand soap in every hand sink. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/3/2024 revealed 19 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 15 basic).
Inspection on 6/11/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
10
Total
11
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the two ice machines soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all cutting boards with heavy cut marks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed all cutting boards with heavy cut marks. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By the bathrooms. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By the bathrooms. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance of the walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance of the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease clogged by the grill. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: At the time of the callback inspection handwashing sink by the grill with grease debris around. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/11/2024 revealed 11 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 6/10/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
6
Basic
14
Total
21
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 the two ice machines soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all cutting boards with heavy cut marks. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ambient temperature of the walk in cooler at 46F. Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By the bathrooms. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the warewashing area. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance of the walk in cooler. Warning
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, potatoes, peas, carrots and mussels thawing in room temperature at the prep area, operator stored in the walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar and flour with no name label. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold pasta (45F - Cold Holding); tongue salad (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche of fish (47F - Cold Holding); potatoes salad (46F - Cold Holding); salami (46F - Cold Holding); provolone cheese (48F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler, as per operator door has been opening and closing frequently for preparation of the day. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease at the grill line and containers blocking handwashing sink at the prep station. Operator cleaned and made handwashing sinks accessible. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease clogged by the grill. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at kitchen, grill and prep area handwashing sinks. Operator placed new rolls. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Dishwasher company gave test kit. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-06-4:Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed handwashing sinks at the kitchen, by the grill and prep area unable to dispense soap. Operator placed new soap bottles. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/10/2024 revealed 21 total violations (1 high priority, 6 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 6/10/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
6
Basic
7
Total
13
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed the two ice machines soiled. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms. **Time Extended**
- 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with sauces in them with no label stored in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed containers of sugar and flour with no name label. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near grill blocked by container with ash from stove. Manager moved container. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease at the grill line and containers blocking handwashing sink at the prep station. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hands wash sink next to grill with tongs inside, and a container stored inside hand wash sink in front of walk in cooler. Manager removed items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease at the grill line and containers blocking handwashing sink at the prep station. **Time Extended**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No soap at the grill and prep area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/10/2024 revealed 13 total violations (0 high priority, 6 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
10
Basic
14
Total
26
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 the two ice machines soiled. Repeat Violation
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles in reach in cooler soiled located at pastry station.
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles above dish machine area and above walk in cooler entrance. Repeat Violation
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 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 phone chargers stored above prep station near dish area. Employee removed items. Corrected On-Site
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms.
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scream scoop in standing water at 71 F.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored to dry near mop sink.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at least one towel at every station not in sanitizer solution.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with sauces in them with no label stored in kitchen.
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put new gloves on without washing hands. Employee was trained on proper glove change procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch raw meat products and proceed to touch tongs. Employee was coached on proper glove changing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near grill blocked by container with ash from stove. Manager moved container. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hands wash sink next to grill with tongs inside, and a container stored inside hand wash sink in front of walk in cooler. Manager removed items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Gabriel Ricco without a manager certification.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ As per Person In Charge, there is no certified food manager in the establishment at the time of the inspection.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area.
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area.
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2024 revealed 26 total violations (2 high priority, 10 intermediate, 14 basic).
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