JUNIOR AND ROSIE'S CAFÉ

264 North Indiana Avenue
Florida, 34223
Sarasota County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

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All Inspection Reports

Inspection on 3/28/2025

High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
15
Total
20
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards

Inspection Details:

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowls used as scoops in chicken base and in tub of cut cooked potatoes.
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils at shelf above cooks line.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of oil and chicken base on floor under oven.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat 10-3-24 Repeat Violation
  • 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses at ice machine. Repeat 10-3-24 Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of grease on surfaces throughout cooks line area.
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at wait staff station.
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Plastic food storage containers cracked and broken.
  • 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at wait station not inverted or protected. Repeat 10-3-24 Repeat Violation
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pasta, ribs, corned beef hash, fish, pancake mix, soup and sauces in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler not covered or protected. Repeat 10-3-24 Repeat Violation
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef patties tubs of fish, beef and ham defrosting in 3 compartment sink without running cold water on them.
  • 24-18-4:Basic - Utensils in kitchen stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef patties at 50F, sausage at 48F in cooler draws under grill top. Operator moved items to reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
  • 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. See stop sale. Observed shell eggs at cooks line not time marked. Operator stated egg were taken out of cooler 20 minutes prior.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled stained cutting boards.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used as dump sink. 10-3-24 Repeat Violation
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at wait staff station.
Food Inspector #8995167
2025-03-28
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/28/2025 revealed 20 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 15 basic).

Inspection on 12/4/2024

High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat 11-15-23 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Observed vacuum breaker still missing at mop sink . Admin Complaint
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. Repeat 11-15-23 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8994785
2024-12-04
★★½☆☆ 3.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/4/2024 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).

Inspection on 10/3/2024

High Priority
4
Intermediate
3
Basic
8
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat 11-15-23 Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 11-15-23 Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in back area of kitchen by dishwasher area is in disrepair. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Warning
  • 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Warning
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers in kitchen not inverted or protected. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 11-15-23. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fish, sautéed vegetables, soup, sauces and cooked beef in reach-in-coolers not covered. Warning
  • 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed sausage in reach-in-cooler date marked 9-17-24 with mold-like-substance on it. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked sausage in reach-in-cooler date marked 9-17-24. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to full coffee pot. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning
  • 11-05-4:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. Repeat 11-15-23 Repeat Violation 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
Food Inspector #8758271
2024-10-03
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/3/2024 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 3 intermediate, 8 basic).

Inspection on 11/15/2023

High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards

Inspection Details:

  • 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Bathroom doors on both ladies room and men's room still are not self closing and tight fitting at time of inspection **Time Extended**
  • 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed unsecured carbon dioxide tanks in storage shed next to walking **Time Extended**
  • 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 7-14-23 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Current license still not displayed at time of inspection **Time Extended**
  • 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in kitchen by dishwasher area is no longer smooth and cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observe kitchen floor by dishwasher area is still in disrepair, and no longer smooth and cleanable **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple surfaces throughout kitchen soiled Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed multiple areas and surfaces of kitchen still need cleaning. **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. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed some staff still lacking proof of food handler training **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8551756
2023-11-15
★★★½☆ 4.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/15/2023 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).

Inspection on 11/14/2023

High Priority
5
Intermediate
9
Basic
19
Total
33
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Warning
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning
  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls and souffle cups used as scoop in coleslaw, cold sauces, spices and cooked rice at cooks line and Walk-in cooler. Warning
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Warning
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 7-14-23 Warning
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on counter and work stations at cooks line and wait stations. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning
  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating food at front counter wait station. Warning
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dishwasher area clean pan rack. Warning
  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in kitchen by dishwasher area is no longer smooth and cleanable. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil jugs on floor in kitchen and chicken and beef stored on floor in Walk-in cooler. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple surfaces throughout kitchen soiled Warning
  • 16-48-4:Basic - Old food stuck to clean pans at dishwasher area clean pan rack. Warning
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at dishwasher area clean pan rack. Warning
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at wait station not inverted or protected. Warning
  • 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Warning
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spices removed from original container not labeled. Warning
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle on medication on shelf above microwave. Warning
  • 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following temperature in Grill drawers cooler: ham (54F - Cold Holding); sausage (50F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items had been placed in cooler 3 hours prior. Operator moved all food items to Tall reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 07-08-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed butter cups left on tables between customers service. Informed operator of policy and observed employee remove all butter cups from tables and voluntarily dispose of them. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle counter at wait station. Warning
  • 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Warning
  • 11-05-4:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with buildup of old food debris. Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty pans in hand wash sink in kitchen. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used as dump sink. 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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** 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. Observed operator did not have a completed Time as a Control sheet. Observed operator completed Time as a Control sheet at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site 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. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation 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 rib, soup and chili in tall reach-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-14-23 Repeat Violation Warning
Food Inspector #8445629
2023-11-14
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/14/2023 revealed 33 total violations (5 high priority, 9 intermediate, 19 basic).

Inspection on 7/14/2023

High Priority
1
Intermediate
7
Basic
7
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in dry storage area.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 1-28-23 Repeat Violation
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on clean pan rack at dishwasher machine area.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of oil on floor in dry store.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 1-28-23 Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen. Repeat 1-18-23 Repeat Violation
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  • 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticides on floor by 3 compartment sink. Repeat 1-18-23 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material.
  • 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheese in Walk-in cooler that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked
  • 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. Operator was sent copy of Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 on last inspection but has not implemented it.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Repeat 1-18-23. 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. Observed has Employee Health Agreement form but has not completed any.
  • 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.
  • 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 rice, and cooked beef in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-18-23 Repeat Violation
Food Inspector #8367892
2023-07-14
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/14/2023 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 7 intermediate, 7 basic).