VERA PIZZA AND CUCINA BY RAFFAELE
10433 NW 41 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/20/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
11
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms doors. **Repeat Violation**
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at back area preparation section.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2024.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white reach-in freezer gaskets in disrepair at three compartment sink area and reach-in cooler next white reach-in freezer.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepai **Repeat Violation**
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator correctly positioned scoop.
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen and cook line. **Repeat Violation**
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at cook line and hand washing sink near ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink with bowls inside at three compartment sink area.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink near back exit door.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at cook line.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 revealed 14 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 1/13/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
9
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Time Extended**
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at back of kitchen area near back exit door. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed at back of kitchen area near back exit door. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Time Extended**
- 33-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in cooler near back in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at reach in freezer near back exit of kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed at reach in freezer near back exit of kitchen. **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. Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed at three compartment sink area at kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed open dumpster lid. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed handwash sink blocked by garbage bin next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed handwash sink blocked by garbage bin next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/13/2025 revealed 9 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 12/10/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
13
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Time Extended**
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at back of kitchen area near back exit door. **Time Extended**
- 12B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from open container. Coached employee on correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed employee drinking from open container at preparation table that has slicer on top. **Time Extended**
- 12B-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink from open container near preparation table containing cut vegetables. Operator threw cup away. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed employee drink from open container near preparation table containing slicer. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Time Extended**
- 33-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in cooler near back in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at reach in freezer near back exit of kitchen. **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. Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler across from stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at reach in cooler across from stove. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink near ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed at hand sink near ice machine. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed handwash sink blocked by garbage bin next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed hand wash sink near three compartment removed. Observed oven and cooling units added at front counter. also observed hand wash sink added in storage area. Also observed dishmachine added near three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink added between reach in coolers across from stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-10: Observed hand wash sink near three compartment removed. Observed oven and cooling units added at front counter. also observed hand wash sink added in storage area. Also observed dishmachine added near three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink added between reach in coolers across from stove. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/10/2024 revealed 15 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 11/13/2024
High Priority
7
Intermediate
8
Basic
19
Total
34
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both male and female bathrooms. **Warning**
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed condiment bowl used as scoop for cheese in reach in cooler. **Warning**
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at wooden cutting board near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 12B-12-5:Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from open container. Coached employee on correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink from open container near preparation table containing cut vegetables. Operator threw cup away. **Corrected On-Site** **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. Observed employee phone stored on preparation table in back of kitchen. Observed employee water bottle stored on drainboard above three compartment sink. **Warning**
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen in front of stove in disrepair. **Warning**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil bottles stored on floor near hand wash sink. Observed salt buckets stored on floor near three compartment and back exit door. Observed water bottles stored on floor near back exit door. Coached operator on the correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed soiled cardboard around dumpster. **Warning**
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in cooler near back in kitchen. **Warning**
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at mop sink. Also observed above three compartment sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler across from stove. **Warning**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink near ice machine. **Warning**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter. **Warning**
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service utensils not inverted near stove. Observed glass plates not inverted on shelf near stove. **Warning**
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on preparation table near slicer. **Warning**
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed DayQuil stored on handwashing sink in kitchen. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Lasagna Cream (48F - Cooling) at reach-in unit at three compartment sink area. As per chef, cooked day before and not used until we took temperature. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
- 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper lining food container in reach in cooler. **Warning**
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed two bottles of raid stored in mop sink. **Warning**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Lasagna Cream (48F - Cooling) at reach-in unit at three compartment sink area. As per chef, cooked day before and not used until we took temperature. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer buckets stored on floor under three compartment sink. **Warning**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 53A-16-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed CFM unable to answer question on how to calibrate thermometer. Coached operator on the correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by machine. **Warning**
- 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink removed from near three compartment sink. **Warning**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in handwash sink at back of kitchen. Employee removed containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed hand wash sink near three compartment removed. Observed oven and cooling units added at front counter. also observed hand wash sink added in storage area. Also observed dishmachine added near three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink added between reach in coolers across from stove. **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. Observed Lucia working for less than 60 days with no food handling training and no employee responsibility agreement signed. Provided operator,form via email. **Warning**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Caeser working more than 60 days no proof of employee training, **Warning**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tiramisu and Pannacotta in reach in cooler not date marked meat exit door. Observed cooked lasagna stored in reach in cooler at front counter without date mark. As per manager, they were prepared yesterday. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/13/2024 revealed 34 total violations (7 high priority, 8 intermediate, 19 basic).