TWO MEATBALLS IN THE KITCHEN
Cape Coral Parkway East
Cape Coral, Florida, 33904
Lee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/11/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, main bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer, sauces, pies and prosciutto stored uncovered. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade on back prep line, soda gun nozzle at far end of bar soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled at bar. One in cabinet cook line far right. One in dishwashing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/11/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 12/3/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
9
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 in back of kitchen. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust around vents over cook and service line. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, main bar. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer, sauces, pies and prosciutto stored uncovered. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) at bar, after running and priming three times. Also Dishwasher (Temperature 156F) after running three times in main kitchen. Operator discontinued use and began manual sanitation in triple sink already set up, 200ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade on back prep line, soda gun nozzle at far end of bar soiled. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled at bar. One in cabinet cook line far right. One in dishwashing area. Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - Written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food not fully filled out. Foods indicated in written plan to be held using time as a public health control per operator during specific time frames, written plan does not indicate the time frames. Operator updated plan at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/3/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/4/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing over produce walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: Some tiles have been replaced. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line reach-in coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor in disrepair in produce walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar entrance. Operator placed towels at the sink. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at entrance to bar. Operator placed soap at the sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/4/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/30/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
10
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 in back of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing over produce walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **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 in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line reach-in coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor in disrepair in produce walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **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. Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; butter (55F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked mushroom gravy (45F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (45F - Cold Holding) for six hours per operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; cooked pork sausage (52F cold holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (49F - Cold Holding) for 4 and a half hours per operator. 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. Reach-in cooler across from fryer: ; raw chicken breast (59F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta salad (51F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (52F - Cold Holding) for three hours per operator. Operator divided foods and iced for quick cooling. *corrective action taken * Also Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; butter (55F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked mushroom gravy (45F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (45F - Cold Holding) for 6 hours per operator. See stop sale. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Reach-in cooler across from fryer: ; raw chicken breast (41F - Cold Holding) - complied. Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; cooked pork sausage (52F cold holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (49F - Cold Holding) for 4 and a half hours per operator. See stop sale. Admin Complaint
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ 4 cooks and 4 server/bartenders present, no certified food managerA\00A0 present. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar entrance. Operator placed towels at the sink. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at entrance to bar. Operator placed soap at the sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/30/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 8/29/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
13
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 in back of kitchen. Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing over produce walk-in cooler. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 24-28-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands at expo area. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line reach-in coolers. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor in disrepair in produce walk-in cooler. Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 20 small flying insects on shelving attached to wall of expo line. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; butter (55F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked mushroom gravy (45F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (45F - Cold Holding) for six hours per operator. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler across from fryer: ; raw chicken breast (59F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta salad (51F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (52F - Cold Holding) for three hours per operator. Operator divided foods and iced for quick cooling. *corrective action taken * Also Middle reach-in cooler across from stove:; butter (55F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); cooked mushroom gravy (45F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (45F - Cold Holding) for 6 hours per operator. See stop sale. Warning
- 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. Milk on expo line open 1 or two days per operator, no date mark. Operator spoke to staff to determine date. Warning
- 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/ 4 cooks and 4 server/bartenders present, no certified food managerA present. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar entrance. Operator placed towels at the sink. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at entrance to bar. Operator placed soap at the sink. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/29/2024 revealed 13 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 5/1/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
14
Total
20
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles in the prep area.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above the wait station reach in cooler soiled with an accumulation of dust.
- 24-28-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean drinking glasses stored underneath a paper towel dispenser at the wait station. The operator properly stored the drinking glasses. Corrected On-Site
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting boards on cook line have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was informed and placed a hair restraint on. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container of sugar stored on the floor near the liquor room walk in cooler. Observed a plastic container of flour stored on the floor in the outside storage area. The operator properly stored the foods. Corrected On-Site
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice buckets stored on floor between uses near the soda machine. The operator properly stored the ice buckets. Corrected On-Site
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in the ice bin at the entrance to the bar. The operator properly stored the ice scoop. Corrected On-Site
- 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 the scoop handle used for flour not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils stored in 86F standing water near the steam table. The operator removed the utensils from the water. Corrected On-Site
- 36-22-4:Basic - Liquor room walk in cooler floor covered with standing water. Repeat Violation
- 36-17-5:Basic - Liquor room walk in cooler floor in disrepair. Repeat Violation
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- 29-17-4:Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster behind the bar.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a non-food grade plastic bag used to store cheese in the walk in cooler. Observed a non-food grade plastic bag used to stored flat bread in the pizza station reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the above foods. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic in oil (68F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen. The operator was emailed a time for public health control form. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
- 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/
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled behind the bar.
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/1/2024 revealed 20 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 5/1/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler in liquor room, dripping from fan vent. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor in disrepair, walk in cooler in liquor room heavily damaged, dented, no longer cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/1/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 3/1/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
2
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler in liquor room, dripping from fan vent. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor in disrepair, walk in cooler in liquor room heavily damaged, dented, no longer cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **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. Establishment uses chlorine and quaternary sanitizer, no test strips. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **Time Extended**
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: **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/. Bar area has doubled in size, addition of triple sink, relocation of handwash sink. Dishwashing area equipment has been rearranged. Storage room near kitchen ice machine contains large stand mixer used for food prep. Front prep line with additional ice bin. Back prep sink near old walk-in cooler has been switched to 3 compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-01: Time extension given to allow operator time to submit plan. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/1/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 2/29/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
6
Basic
5
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler in liquor room, dripping from fan vent. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor in disrepair, walk in cooler in liquor room heavily damaged, dented, no longer cleanable. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Ambient thermometer missing or not working in walk-in coolers, reach-in coolers on cook line. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-12-5:Basic - Pizza paddle stored on soiled surface between uses, on top of pizza oven. Operator placed on clean sheet tray. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08B-56-4:High Priority - Bottles of drink mixers stored in ice used for drinks, far end bar. See stop sale. Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bottles of drink mixers stored in ice used for drinks, far end bar. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In main kitchen walk-in cooler ham (45F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (47F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beef sauce (45F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella bricks (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding); cream (47F - Cold Holding); butter (49F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding) ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (47F - Cold Holding); assorted soft cheese bin (48F - Cold Holding); assorted mixed raw seafood (60F - Cold Holding) raw shell eggs (47F ambient - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In main kitchen walk-in cooler ham (45F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (47F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beef sauce (45F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella bricks (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding); cream (47F - Cold Holding); butter (49F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding) ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (47F - Cold Holding); assorted soft cheese bin (48F - Cold Holding); assorted mixed raw seafood (60F - Cold Holding) raw shell eggs (47F ambient - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of sanitizer in handwash sink on cook line near office end. Operator cleared the sink. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses chlorine and quaternary sanitizer, no test strips. Warning
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. 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/. Bar area has doubled in size, addition of triple sink, relocation of handwash sink. Dishwashing area equipment has been rearranged. Storage room near kitchen ice machine contains large stand mixer used for food prep. Front prep line with additional ice bin. Back prep sink near old walk-in cooler has been switched to 3 compartment 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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/29/2024 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 6 intermediate, 5 basic).