PINOLANDIA 2
6742 Pembroke Road
Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33023
Broward County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.1/5)
Based on 12 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/23/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
3
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 1) 1 Ceiling tile missing next to walk in cooler. 2) 4 Ceiling tiles in dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Prep table lower shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed several garbage cans used to store raw meats and premade sauces in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same **Time Extended**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet next to stove in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elena Ibarra- 10-07-2023 Expired - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **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. No Chlorine Chemical test kit. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **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/. operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. No hands washing sink. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: Same- **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/23/2025 revealed 8 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2025
High Priority
9
Intermediate
6
Basic
7
Total
22
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - 1) 1 Ceiling tile missing next to walk in cooler. 2) 4 Ceiling tiles in dry storage area.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense rice
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit doors Repeat Violation
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under and behind large freezer in secondary prep area.
- 02D-03-4:Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Ice cream not labeled in Atosa freezer. Freezer removed from dining room and stored in front counter. Employee will now handed items. Corrected On-Site
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. 2 Shields missing.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Prep table lower shelf with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Corn (61F - Cooling); Cooked Beef (45-46F - Cooling). Per Cook food item in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Sale.
- 12A-12-4:High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw chicken and reached out for a cleaned container to to stored cooked food without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed several garbage cans used to store raw meats and premade sauces in walk in cooler.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef stored above container of raw pork in walk in cooler. Employee inverted. Corrected On-Site
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 27 Rodent droppings on floor of dry storage room located in a storage room in the dining area. Admin Complaint
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1) Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Corn (61F - Cooling); Cooked Beef (45-46F - Cooling). Per Cook food item in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Sale 2) Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (45F); Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); White Cheese (46F). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale **Corrective Action Taken*
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (45F); Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); White Cheese (46F). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale **Corrective Action Taken**
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Pork (98-112F - Hot Holding); Cooked Chicken (106-156F - Hot Holding); Cooked Vegetables (98-108F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than 2 hours. Observed pans overfilled. Manager reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet next to stove in kitchen.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elena Ibarra- 10-07-2023 Expired
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine Chemical test kit. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
- 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/. operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. No hands washing sink. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 22-38-5:Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator using single serving items. Operator received sanitizer during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Pico de Gallo and white cheese prepare since Monday not date marked. Employee dated 01-19. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 revealed 22 total violations (9 high priority, 6 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 1/6/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
1
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exits. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Same **Time Extended**
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked White Rice (94F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork Tamales (108F - Hot Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Cooked Pork Tamales- 126-130F Hot Holding Cooked White Rice- 106-126F Hot Holding. Observed items stored in overfilled half sized pans. Manager reheated. Admin Complaint **Corrective Action Taken**
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Same Admin Complaint
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Same Admin Complaint
- 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. No chlorine test kit. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Same- **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/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Same- Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/6/2025 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 11/4/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
5
Basic
6
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Container of cooked cow tongues not covered in walk in cooler.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exits. Repeat Violation
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. 1) Employee picked forks off the floor proceeded to pick up a clean container with food and grabbed a pair of tongs without first removing gloves or washing hands. 2) Employee used personal phone and proceeded to grabbed cleans to go plates to serve customers without removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employees washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above container of cooked beef, cheese and cut peppers in Beverage Air Reach in cooler. Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked White Rice (94F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork Tamales (108F - Hot Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit. Repeat Violation
- 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/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/4/2024 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 5 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/8/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
5
Basic
2
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same- **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same **Time Extended**
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped face with shirt, moved the trash can and proceeded to grab a container to placed dough without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Employee touched trash can,wipes face and neck with paper towel and proceeded to reach out for a clean plate to serve customer without washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. 50 gallons garbage can non food grade containers used for raw meat storage in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked Chicken (95-110F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item not placed directly in unit. Item stored on cover of pan. Manager reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Cooked Chicken 96-98 Hot Holding Cooked Fish 120-125 Hot Holding. Manager reheated. Admin Complaint **Corrective Action Taken**
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. PIC Aresly Lopez lacks knowledge of employee health policy. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same Aresly Lopez Supervisor not certified. **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Maria Melendez 08-15-22 Expired Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired Admin Complaint
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher and pan lid stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same- Empty gallon, tray and plastic bags stored in Handwashing sink in kitchen. **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. No Chlorine chemical test kit. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same **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/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Same- Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/8/2024 revealed 10 total violations (3 high priority, 5 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 6/17/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
0
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 50-10-4:High Priority - Establishment operating after issuance of an Emergency Order of Suspension of license. Operating on a suspension license starting on June 17th and 18th. 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.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Maria Melendez- 08-15-2022 Expired Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 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/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/17/2024 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 5/6/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
5
Basic
5
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter sink. Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from faucet handle in kitchen handwashing sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen and front counter. Manager stored in Sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Rice (60F - Cooking). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale Warning
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped face with shirt, moved the trash can and proceeded to grab a container to placed dough without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 50-10-4:High Priority - Establishment operating after issuance of Order of Suspension. Admin Complaint
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. 50 gallons garbage can non food grade containers used for raw meat storage in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Rice (60F - Cooking). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale 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. Steam Table- Cooked Chicken (95-110F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item not placed directly in unit. Item stored on cover of pan. Manager reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. PIC Aresly Lopez lacks knowledge of employee health policy. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Maria Melendez 08-15-22 Expired Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher and pan lid stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed. 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. No Chlorine chemical test kit. Repeat Violation 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/. Entire kitchen was remodeled operator added new walk in cooler, walk in freezer and a new preparation area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/6/2024 revealed 16 total violations (6 high priority, 5 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 4/29/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
3
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same- **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter handwashing sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from faucet handle - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same- **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. GrMeat containers in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same- **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager Maria Mendez- 08-15-2022 Expired/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same- Maria Melendez - 08-15-2022 Expired Admin Complaint
- 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. No Chlorine chemical test kit. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same **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/. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Same Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/29/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
6
Basic
4
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors Repeat Violation
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter handwashing sink.
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from faucet handle
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee after using personal phone put on glove in one hand and reached out for a clean plate to serve customer with the hand without glove. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. GrMeat containers in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Raw shell eggs stored above container of salsa and cooked beef in Imbera Refrigerator. 2) Container of raw liver stored above containers of cut peppers and cut onions and corns . Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee placed a large pan of cooked rice on top of another pan of cooked rice without any foil or lid in between to protect rice from cross contamination. See Stop sale
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked beef (115-120F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Observed item overfilled and stored in half size pan. Manager reheated and moved to a deeper pan. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager Maria Mendez- 08-15-2022 Expired/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine chemical test kit. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks. Both Front counter and kitchen sink. Employee provided. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 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/.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter handwashing sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/29/2024 revealed 15 total violations (5 high priority, 6 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 12/6/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
6
Basic
2
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- **Time Extended**
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- **Time Extended**
- 51-12-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. 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/. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same- No plan review . Admin Complaint
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Same **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/6/2023 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 6 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/7/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
6
Basic
2
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended**
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended**
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended**
- 51-12-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. 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/. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-07: Same- **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/7/2023 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 6 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/5/2023
High Priority
7
Intermediate
9
Basic
12
Total
28
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 Warning
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle stored in container of sauce in kitchen . Manager removed. Corrected On-Site 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. Do not stored any TCS food in walk in freezer Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In employee restroom. Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on self above triple sink in kitchen. Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both exit doors. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Faucet missing at hand washing sink next to triple sink. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tuna stored in standing water in triple sink . Manager moved to reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back of kitchen wall soiled. Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink next to triple sink leaking water. Warning
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer 0ppm. Manager remade to 100ppm. Warning
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee cashed out a customer and reached out for a pair of gloves to serve food without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used personal phone and proceeded to handle a clean plate to serve customer without washing hand nor removing gloves. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinate meats stored in 50 gallons garbage bags in both walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of raw shell eggs stored above opened container of sauces and opened bag of cut cabbage. Manager inverted. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in freezer -Pork tamales (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed gasket torn and disrepair. See stop sale Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Polar Pak freezer- Raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (47F - Hot Holding); Cooked Pork tamales (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed gasket torn and disrepair. See stop sale for pork tamales and cheeses. Instructed manager ro prepared and cooked meats . Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked eggs (109-115F - Hot Holding); Cooked rice (115-158F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Observed eggs in half size pan therefore not reaching the boiling water and cooked rice overfilled. Manager reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. 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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. No hand washing sinks for employees to use in kitchen. Employees washed hands in 3 compartments sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Repeat Violation
- 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel in front counter hand washing sink. Employee replaced. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 51-12-5:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. 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/. Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/5/2023 revealed 28 total violations (7 high priority, 9 intermediate, 12 basic).