CASA BLANCA MODERN MEXICAN & TEQUILA BAR

9510 MARKETPLACE RD

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports

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All Inspection Reports

Inspection on 10/22/2024

High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given 60 days from original report to allow operator time to submit for plan review. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Time extension given 60 days from original report to submit for plan review. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: No approved plans or HQ number available at time of inspection. Admin Complaint
Food Inspector #8875672
2024-10-22
★★★★½ 5.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/22/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).

Inspection on 9/25/2024

High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster and grease receptacle lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
  • 29-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from faucet at front of main dish machine, pipes under dish machine, creating standing water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Middle reach-in cooler drawers under main grill raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Also in cooler across from main grill middle, sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator closed lid iced down foods and discussed keeping lid closed with cook. Operator iced down foods for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: Middle reach-in cooler drawers under main grill raw beef (34F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (36F - Cold Holding) In cooler across from main grill middle, sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding), soft white cheese (47F cold holding) cut lettuce (49F cold holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. Admin Complaint
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwashing area, improperly installed at mop sink, two way splitter installed in outside dumpster area missing two vacuum breakers. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8897582
2024-09-25
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/25/2024 revealed 5 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).

Inspection on 9/24/2024

High Priority
7
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
14
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
  • 16-48-4:Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Clear plastic container, guacamole bowls and cast iron dish ware with dried on food debris in prep area. Warning
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster and grease receptacle lid. Warning
  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from faucet at front of main dish machine, pipes under dish machine, creating standing water. Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing in prep sink far end cook line without running water. Operator turned on running water, then moved meat to walk-in cooler when it finished thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage on racks, cans hominy, tomatoes, jalapenos, evaporated milk heavily dented on seams. Warning
  • 22-57-6:High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher Main (Temperature 142F) and Dishwasher Bar (chlorine 0ppm) after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, quaternary 200ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 small flying insects in dry storage room. Warning
  • 41-24-4:High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in bar, far end, near drink garnish. Discussed with operator proper storage of chemicals. Warning
  • 01B-03-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed Black Sea salt containing activated charcoal and bottle of powdered activated charcoal at bar used for drinks. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Middle reach-in cooler drawers under main grill raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Also in cooler across from main grill middle, sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator closed lid iced down foods and discussed keeping lid closed with cook. Operator iced down foods for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwashing area, improperly installed at mop sink, two way splitter installed in outside dumpster area missing two vacuum breakers. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 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/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Establishment is already on warning for this violation from a previous inspection. Callback is due on 10/20/2024. Warning
Food Inspector #8894835
2024-09-24
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/24/2024 revealed 14 total violations (7 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).

Inspection on 9/4/2024

High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
3
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards

Inspection Details:

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In dry storage for rice and beans.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In bar, ice scoop and drink stirs in standing water 78F. Operator discarded water. Corrected On-Site
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored uncovered by front drink station. Operator covered filters. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwashing area, improperly installed at mop sink. Repeat Violation
  • 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Establishment not currently keeping tags. Provided handout and discussed tag maintenance with operator.
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method. Raw shelled oysters ambient cooling in walk-in cooler left in large, dense container. Operator added ice to ensure rapid cooling, within 15 minutes temperature reached 38F, fully cooled. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Establishment is already on warning for this violation from a previous inspection. Callback is due on 10/20/2024.
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bar and wait staff handling food, employed more than 60 days, no proof of training. Since last routine inspection, operator has begun scheduling staff for training. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 02A-01-4:Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Printed sign for operator, sign was hung prominently at host stand by entrance to establishment. Corrected On-Site
Food Inspector #8871273
2024-09-04
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/4/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 3 basic).

Inspection on 8/29/2024

High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 33-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given 60 days from original report to allow operator time to submit for plan review. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Time extension given 60 days from original report to submit for plan review. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bar and wait staff handling food, employed more than 60 days, no proof of training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given to allow operator time to train staff. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Time extension given to allow operator time to train staff. **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8869615
2024-08-29
★★★½☆ 4.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/29/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).

Inspection on 8/23/2024

High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

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 by bar walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
  • 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by bar walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
  • 33-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **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 2024-08-23: Operator has begun cleaning grease. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-57-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher bar(Temperature 137F) and Dishwasher (Temperature 141F) after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, quaternary 200ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Dishwasher bar(10ppm chlorine) and Dishwasher Main (Temperature 159F). Operator instructed staff to send dishes from bathroom to main kitchen for proper sanitation and discontinue use of bar dishwashing machine. Time extension given 7 days from original report. **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given 60 days from original report to allow operator time to submit for plan review. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bar and wait staff handling food, employed more than 60 days, no proof of training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time extension given to allow operator time to train staff. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bar Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8867154
2024-08-23
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/23/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).

Inspection on 8/21/2024

High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
6
Total
15
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 by bar walk-in cooler. Warning
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by bar walk-in cooler. Warning
  • 33-12-4:Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Warning
  • 33-20-4:Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in both front line drink service ice bins. Operator removed scoops. Warning
  • 21-08-4:Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 75ppm) on cook line and front line. Warning
  • 22-57-6:High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher bar(Temperature 137F) and Dishwasher (Temperature 141F) after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, quaternary 200ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line reach-in cooler by fryer:; raw fish (47F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (53F - Cold Holding); cooked macaroni and cheese (47F - Cold Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. Corrected On-Site 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. On cook line cooked rice (119F - Hot Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator discarded rice. 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. 2 way splitter added missing 1 vacuum breaker. Also in dishwashing area hose Bibb missing vacuum breaker. Warning
  • 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink at bar. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwashing area and nearby entrance to cook line and bar. Operator placed towels at both. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. By entrance, dessert station for food preparation, including a deep fryer, food plating, and ice cream scooping observed. No nearby handwash sink. Warning
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bar and wait staff handling food, employed more than 60 days, no proof of training. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bar Warning
Food Inspector #8781642
2024-08-21
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/21/2024 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 6 basic).

Inspection on 9/1/2023

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

Inspection Details:

  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink behind bar used as a dump sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Hand sink behind bar used as dump sink **Time Extended**
Food Inspector #8481907
2023-09-01
★★★★½ 5.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/1/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).

Inspection on 8/23/2023

High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
6
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Three employees preparing food without hair restraints. Operator provided hair nets Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat celery. Operator moved eggs 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. Refried beans inside walk in cooler date of preparation 08-13-2023 on 08-23-2023 Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside walk in cooler: shredded beef (58 F - Cold Holding); refried beans (55 F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (79 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52 F - Cold Holding); shelled eggs (50 F - Cold Holding); whole beef (52 F - Cold Holding); ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51 F - Cold Holding); tortilla soup (52 F - Cold Holding); Chipotle sauce (51 F - Cold Holding); pulled pork (53 F - Cold Holding); milk (51 F - Cold Holding); enchilada sauce (64 F - Cold Holding); scallops (53 F - Cold Holding); refried beans (57 F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (52 F - Cold Holding); molle sauce (53 F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (49 F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese 5lb bags . (51 F - Cold Holding); pork belly prepared (57 F - Cold Holding); fajitas meat (52 F - Cold Holding); prepared chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); pastor (52 F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (51 F - Cold Holding); roasted tomato salsa (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); half and half (53 F - Cold Holding); queso fresco (53 F - Cold Holding) Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside walk in cooler was observed: shredded beef (58 F - Cold Holding); refried beans (55 F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (79 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52 F - Cold Holding); shelled eggs (50 F - Cold Holding); whole beef (52 F - Cold Holding); ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51 F - Cold Holding); tortilla soup (52 F - Cold Holding); Chipotle sauce (51 F - Cold Holding); pulled pork (53 F - Cold Holding); milk (51 F - Cold Holding); enchilada sauce (64 F - Cold Holding); scallops (53 F - Cold Holding); refried beans (57 F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (52 F - Cold Holding); molle sauce (53 F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (49 F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese 5lb bags . (51 F - Cold Holding); pork belly prepared (57 F - Cold Holding); fajitas meat (52 F - Cold Holding); prepared chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); pastor (52 F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (51 F - Cold Holding); roasted tomato salsa (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); half and half (53 F - Cold Holding); queso fresco (53 F - Cold Holding) Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink behind bar used as a dump sink Warning
Food Inspector #8475565
2023-08-23
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/23/2023 revealed 6 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).

Inspection on 7/26/2023

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

Inspection Details:

  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile inside walk in freezer damaged at entrance and back wall.
Food Inspector #8236232
2023-07-26
★★★★½ 5.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/26/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).