COCKTAIL'S LOUNGE & BAR
1553 LANE AVE S
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection on 3/10/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/10/2025 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 1/7/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
7
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no lid on only waste receptacle in employee restroom next to office.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on flip top cooler across from grill station.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors behind and under fryers with grease build up.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; good filters with grease build up. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler doors across from grill station. Surface under grills where utensils are stored has grease build up.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean, clear, plastic containers on drying rack next to dish machine.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open on dumpster at rear of establishment.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large unlabeled container with white powdery substance person in charge stated was flour. Person in charge labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
- 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink with quatanery ammonium solution testing at 400+ppm. Person in charge emptied sink and replaced with quatanery ammonium solution testing at 200ppm. Triple Sink (Quaternary 400+ppm); Triple Sink retest (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed mechanically tenderized beef items stored over raw bacon in standing reach in cooler across from drying rack near three compartment sink. Beef items labeled as mechanically tenderized on box. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of bleach stored on prep table with clean dishes and utensils. Person in charge removed container of bleach. **Corrected On-Site**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of all three soda gun holsters behind bar with mold like substance build up.
- 53A-02-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no proof of any certified food manager for establishment. Person in charge stated class has been scheduled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Person in charge provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
- 45-02-4:Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher at kitchen entrance with gauge in red. Pin for activation has been removed.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/7/2025 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 7/10/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: 6 live flying insects near triple sink, 2 flying insects near back door **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-10: Observed two flying insects in kitchen area by hand wash sink and four drain under dish machine. Person in charge killed until two remained. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/10/2024 revealed 1 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 7/8/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
6
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime build up on interior of dish machine in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in at least two designated women's restrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cook line and green cutting board in storage soiled and well worn. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage in kitchen above microwave. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change employee beverage on counter at callback **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple food storage containers with broken corners or edges in storage next to prep station. Reach in cooler on cook line missing inside door protector. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of dust and debris on walls in kitchen around grill area and prep table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: 6 live flying insects near triple sink, 2 flying insects near back door **Time Extended**
- 50-17-3:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expiration of June 1st 2024. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 29-37-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose well below the flood level on three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **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. Observed no posted instructions or information. Person in charge unfamiliar with procedure. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certification. Administrative complaint requested on previous inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some training for current employees. Person in charge indicated one employee here since march with no proof of training. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: No change **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/8/2024 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: No proof of certified manager available - manager in process of obtaining certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: Callback establishment unable to provide food manager certificate. **Admin Complaint**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/2/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 7/2/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
14
Total
23
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime build up on interior of dish machine in kitchen.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single serve soufflé cups with no handles used as scoops.
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in soiled storage containers in kitchen next to prep area. **Repeat Violation**
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in at least two designated women's restrooms.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cook line and green cutting board in storage soiled and well worn.
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage in kitchen above microwave.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed umbrella over soda boxes by back door inside kitchen.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple food storage containers with broken corners or edges in storage next to prep station. Reach in cooler on cook line missing inside door protector.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in kitchen (soda boxes).
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed water build up in ice scoop bucket for storage at ice machine outside.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris on bottom, top, and door inside microwave on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. Microwave in kitchen with debris and build up on bottom and top of inside. Reach in cooler on cook line in kitchen with soiled gasket. **Repeat Violation**
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed unwrapped straws in self-serve with stirrers on bar top.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of dust and debris on walls in kitchen around grill area and prep table.
- 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed chocolate milk in reach in cooler on front line in cooler with mold like substance.
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expiration of June 1st 2024.
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose well below the flood level on three compartment sink.
- 11-03-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Observed no posted instructions or information. Person in charge unfamiliar with procedure.
- 32-11-5:Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed no toilet paper in Joint inspection with restroom near designated women's restroom.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certification. Administrative complaint requested on previous inspection.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen by three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some training for current employees. Person in charge indicated one employee here since march with no proof of training.
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/2/2024 revealed 23 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 14 basic).