EL GALLEGO SPANISH FOOD
7171-7173 SW 8 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/6/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
7
Basic
18
Total
29
Inspection Details:
- 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled interior of dish machine. Warning
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dust machine soiled. Warning
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop for rice at prep table. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles for multiple reach in coolers and freezers soiled. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled throughout kitchen area. 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. Observed reach in cooler next to bar area with ambient temperature of 53F. The following foods stored inside: goat cheese (53F - Cold Holding); egg potato tortilla (53F - Cold Holding); crushed tomato's (56F - Cold Holding); olive salad with cut tomato (56F - Cold Holding); raw meat (46F - Cold Holding). Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use spatulas stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored between ovens in kitchen. Operator moved them away. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Inspector explained proper storage with chef and tongs were removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board one cloth. Operator removed from board. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at kitchen cook line. Operator cleaned interior during inspection. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above stove. Observed exteriors of ovens soiled with grease. Warning
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed garlic container reused for crushed tomato. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at bar. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hanging or upside for proper air drying. Person in charge flipped mop. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple cloths in establishment stored on equipment and prep tables. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee bar. Observed flour at cook line with no label. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs in container stored on top of potato. Operator moved eggs to bottom of cooler next to fryer for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler across stove area raw steak above raw fish. Operator moved items around for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs on prep table not in use. Operator placed in cooler for rapid chill. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler next to bar area with ambient temperature of 53F. The following foods stored inside: goat cheese (53F - Cold Holding); egg potato tortilla (53F - Cold Holding); crushed tomato's (56F - Cold Holding); olive salad with cut tomato(56F - Cold Holding); raw meat (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food is moved from kitchen during prep and placed in cooler. TCS foods have been there approximately 2 1/2 hours. Operator moved food to other coolers for rapid chill and proper cold holding. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-33-4:Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed test kit not used to check sanitizer, sanitizer for DM completely empty. Inspector had operator set up three compartment sink. Warning
- 53B-16-4:Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook not able to properly set up three compartment sink. Inspector coached employees on proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** 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. Observed no form or kit. Inspector provided form via email. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Operator washed blade at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand isn't at coffee bar area with utensils stored inside. Operator removed utensils during inspection after inspector commented. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at all hand sink in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed household candle stored above coffee bar machine. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/6/2025 revealed 29 total violations (4 high priority, 7 intermediate, 18 basic).
Inspection on 8/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended**
- 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At bar area floor. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At bar area floor. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/2/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/1/2024
High Priority
12
Intermediate
6
Basic
16
Total
34
Inspection Details:
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not stored inverted on shelf at preparation table. Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed three grooved cutting boards at kitchen area. Warning
- 08B-19-4:Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed bottles of licor containers with juice mix inside of the ice for human consumption. Operator removed the container and discarded the ice. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed three knives stored between reach in cooler and steam table at kitchen area. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on oven door. Operator moved the tongs. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at coffee station and bar area. And at bathroom. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum single service containers stored not inverted at shelf above steam table. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish thawed in the three compartment sink at room temperature. Warning
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At bar area floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink. Warning
- 12A-10-4:High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee blowing glove before put on gloves. Warning
- 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 108 F. Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies flying and landing at cutting boards and clean dishes at kitchen area. Admin Complaint
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed mushrooms and vegetables inside of thank you bags at reach in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-08-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork and raw beef stored in same containers with sausages. Operator started to separate the products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over chick peas at reach in cooler. And observed raw chicken stored over stuffed vegetables at reach in cooler. Operator started to relocate the products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork, raw beef stored in the same containers at reach in cooler. And raw beef stored over raw fish at reach in cooler at preparation area. Operator separated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 2 half gallons of milk dated 06-24-24. Operator discarded milk. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 01B-24-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed 2 half gallons of milk dated 06-24-24. Operator discarded the milk. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed bottles of licor containers with juice mix inside of the ice for human consumption. Operator removed the container and discarded the ice. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquettes bacalao (56F - Cold Holding); cheese croquettes (52F - Cold Holding); croquettes chorizo (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator less than 3 hours. Operator moved the products to the reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** 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. Observed cut potatoes (118F - Hot Holding); white rice (127F - Hot Holding); mash potatoes (125F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than three hours. Operator turned on the temperature of the steam table to reheat the products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee washed hands at the three compartment sink. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed three cutting boards soiled at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink with food residues at preparation area. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink at preparation area. Operator provided paper towel. Corrected On-Site 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. Observed employee Diego hired more than two years. Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed gallego sauce, chick peas and cooked potatoes not properly date marked at reach in cooler. As per operator for more than two days ago. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/1/2024 revealed 34 total violations (12 high priority, 6 intermediate, 16 basic).
Inspection on 3/11/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Bar area floor. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-11: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Bar area floor. **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. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-11: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/11/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 3/11/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- 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 cellphone on top of the microwave.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of the ovens soiled.
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Bar area floor. Repeat Violation
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell over peppers.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/11/2024 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/9/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
5
Basic
11
Total
19
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed prep cooler with heavy soiled.
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans stored in a dirty shelf
- 36-08-4:Basic - Floor drains soiled under the three compartment sink.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipments, front counter, kitchen area.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the white chest freezer located in the bar area.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Corrected On-Site
- 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled at the deli area. Repeat Violation
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Bar area floor.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
- 11-25-5:High Priority - Establishment that serves a highly susceptible population failed to exclude food workers ill from the following symptoms, not caused by a noninfectious condition: sore throat with fever, vomiting or diarrhea. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-12-5:High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Dayana Cardona without a manager certification she is been working here for more than 4 years.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. Repeat Violation
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For all employees Daniel Thope,Diego Gallardo, Alberto Perez, Alain Rodriguez they been working here for more than 60 days
- 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. For all employees.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/9/2024 revealed 19 total violations (3 high priority, 5 intermediate, 11 basic).