SMOOTHIE SPOT 8ST
13810 SW 8 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.8/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/31/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
7
Basic
5
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall Observed lower walls of hallway heading to restrooms in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed lower walls of hallway heading to restrooms in disrepair. **Time Extended**
- 16-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at washing area. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter behind steam table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter behind steam table. **Time Extended**
- 27-10-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water at mop sink 73 F. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed water at mop sink 73F. Admin Complaint
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified manager for establishment. As per employee as of two months there is not a manager for establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified manager for establishment. As per employee as of two months there is not a manager for establishment. **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 chemicals test kit was provided. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed chemicals test kit not provided. **Time Extended**
- 27-06-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at triple sink 72 F. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed water at triple sink 73F. Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to triple sink. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and provided via email. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: 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. **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 food employee Daily hired for more than 60 days without employee training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed food employee Daily hired for more than 60 days without employee training. **Time Extended**
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water 72F at all hand wash sinks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Observed water 72F at all hand wash sinks. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/31/2025 revealed 12 total violations (0 high priority, 7 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 1/30/2025
High Priority
5
Intermediate
10
Basic
6
Total
21
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall Observed lower walls of hallway heading to restrooms in disrepair. Warning
- 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. Observed ginger shots for self-serve lacking proper labeling. Warning
- 16-04-4:Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at washing area. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter behind steam table. Repeat Violation Warning
- 27-10-4:Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water at mop sink 73 F. Warning
- 22-42-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). As per employee no chlorine was available to sanitize. Employee went to buy chlorine during inspection. Retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Nonfood-grade bags used as liner for frotein powders at smoothie station. Observed Nonfood-grade bags used to store veggies inside reach in cooler. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw salmon stored over broccoli inside reach in cooler. Employee properly arranged products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); spring mix (52F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); corn (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (50F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (53F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potatoes (111F - Hot Holding); cooked veggies (124F - Hot Holding); cooked mushrooms (127F - Hot Holding); sweet potatoes (95F - Hot Holding) on steam table at front counter. As per operator for approximately 1.5 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board heavily soiled with black mold-like substance on prep table at kitchen. Warning
- 02D-12-1:Intermediate - Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed ginger shots made with fresh squeezed lemon, ginger and turmeric for self-serve at front counter. Warning
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified manager for establishment. As per employee as of two months there is not a manager for establishment. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemicals test kit was provided. Warning
- 27-06-4:Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at triple sink 72 F. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to triple sink. Repeat Violation 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. Discussed and provided via email. Warning
- 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. Observed no sani tabs or chlorine available at the premises. Employee went to buy chlorine during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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 food employee Daily hired for more than 60 days without employee training. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water 72F at all hand wash sinks. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/30/2025 revealed 21 total violations (5 high priority, 10 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 8/8/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: Observed hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leak in from handle at triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: Observed water leaking from handle at triple sink. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board heavily soiled at kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: Observed red cutting board heavily soiled at kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plates stored inside hand sink next to triple sink at kitchen. Employee removed the items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: Observed plastic containers stored in hand sink. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/8/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/6/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside coconut flakes container at smoothie station. Employee removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under red cutting board on prep table at kitchen. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef 61F - Cold Holding thawing at room temperature next to triple sink. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee started food preparation. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leak in from handle at triple sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter pico de gallo (45F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (50F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); cut cherry tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding). As per employee for 2 hrs. Employee added ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground turkey (112F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (124F - Hot Holding) on flat grill at kitchen. As per employee for an hour. Employee turned on grill for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board heavily soiled at kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plates stored inside hand sink next to triple sink at kitchen. Employee removed the items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Repeat Violation 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 cooked beans, cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey and chick peas without date mark. As per employee for approximately 2 days. Employee date marked during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/6/2024 revealed 12 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/29/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 in disrepair at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: 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 in disrepair at kitchen area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: 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 in disrepair at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 2/28/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
10
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 in disrepair at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: 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 in disrepair at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
- 10-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed 2 ice scoops stored over ice machine. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed 2 ice scoops stored over ice machine. **Time Extended**
- 10-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knife stored between 2 prep tables across flat grill. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knife stored between 2 prep tables across flat grill. **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
- 21-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on smooth preparation station. **Time Extended**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (53F - Cold Holding); corn salad (52F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); spinach (50F - Cold Holding) at display cooler at front counter. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); corn salad (50F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (54F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); spinach (47F - Cold Holding) at display cooler at front counter. As per employee for approximately 3 hours. Admin Complaint
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **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 chemical test for chlorine provided. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test for chlorine provided. **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of employee training provided for employees Ana, Gretel and Juan all hired more than 60 days. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Observed 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. Observed no proof of employee training provided for employees Ana, Gretel and Juan all hired more than 60 days. **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked black beans, cooked ground turkey, cooked lentils, cooked garbanzos not date mark. As per employee was prepared more than 24 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: Did not observed **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/28/2024 revealed 16 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 2/27/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
7
Basic
15
Total
25
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 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 in disrepair at kitchen area.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 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 employee phone on prep table at front counter. Employee removed the phone. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic and metal containers wet nesting on shelve under preparation table.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of rice stored on floor between flat grill and reach in cooler. Employee placed the products 6 inches from floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed 2 ice scoops stored over ice machine. Repeat Violation
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knife stored between 2 prep tables across flat grill.
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink inside clear door reach in cooler. Employee removed the drink. Corrected On-Site
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken 41 F, raw beef 37F and raw ground turkey 41F thawing at ambient temperature inside triple compartment sink. Repeat Violation
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray hose leaking at utility sink next to flat grill.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat flour tortillas inside reach in cooler next to ice machine
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (53F - Cold Holding); corn salad (52F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); spinach (50F - Cold Holding) at display cooler at front counter. As per employee for approximately 2 hours.
- 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 cooked potatoes (110F - Hot Holding) on steam table at front counter. As per employee for approximately an hour.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at front counter soiled with black mold like substance.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blue bucket stored inside hand wash sink at front counter.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test for chlorine provided. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. 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. Observed no proof of employee training provided for employees Ana, Gretel and Juan all hired more than 60 days.
- 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 cooked black beans, cooked ground turkey, cooked lentils, cooked garbanzos not date mark. As per employee was prepared more than 24 hrs. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/27/2024 revealed 25 total violations (3 high priority, 7 intermediate, 15 basic).
Inspection on 11/28/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle uncovered at ladies room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Still observed waste receptacle uncovered at ladies room. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed smoothie reach in cooler unit not working properly. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed smoothie reach in cooler unit still not working properly. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed still missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Observed still missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hanging dry at mop sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed mop still not hanging dry at mop sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Observed mop still not hanging dry at mop sink. **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey, cooked beef, guacamole, pico de gallo, corn mix, tuna salad cut tomatoes all without date markings located at both standing reach in cooler units at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey and chick peas still without date marking. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/28/2023 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 9/29/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle uncovered at ladies room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Still observed waste receptacle uncovered at ladies room. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed smoothie reach in cooler unit not working properly. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed smoothie reach in cooler unit still not working properly. **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed still missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign on handwash sink with hand wash only text next to 3 compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed still no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign on handwash sink with hand wash only text next to 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hanging dry at mop sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed mop still not hanging dry at mop sink. **Time Extended**
- 41-27-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine at 200 plus ppm. Operator discarded the solution and made new one reading at 50 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine at 0ppm. **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events available. Discussed and provided form with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed 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 written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events available. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and provided form with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed 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. Observed no proof of employee agreement available. **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey, cooked beef, guacamole, pico de gallo, corn mix, tuna salad cut tomatoes all without date markings located at both standing reach in cooler units at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: Observed cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey and chick peas still without date marking. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/29/2023 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/27/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
7
Basic
14
Total
26
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle uncovered at ladies room. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on food prep table. Warning
- 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 employee phone on preparation table across stove. Employee removed the phone. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed smoothie reach in cooler unit not working properly. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed rice bag and water plastic bottles stored on floor between flat grill and rice cooker station. Operator removed from the floor the items. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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 spoon handle inside black pepper container in kitchen area. Warning
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in any of the cold units. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign on handwash sink with hand wash only text next to 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels in cleaned plastic containers located on storage shelve under prep table. Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hanging dry at mop sink. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution, one on reach in freezer at front counter and the other one on the smoothie station. Warning
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucker stored on floor at kitchen area. Warning
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch soap bottle then engaging in food preparation without changing gloves. Instructed operator the correct procedure. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked lentils (46F - Cold holding); cooked ground turkey (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator from the previous day inside sliding doors reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also spinach (68F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at smoothie station. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked lentils (46F - Cold holding); cooked ground turkey (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator from the previous day inside sliding doors reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also spinach (68F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at smoothie station. 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 cooked chicken (115F - Hot Holding); ground turkey (112F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (120F - Hot Holding); sweet potato (123F - Hot Holding); cooked mushroom (122F - Hot Holding); green rice (110F - Hot Holding); brown rice (126F - Hot Holding) as per operator for hrs on steam table at front counter. Warning
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine at 200 plus ppm. Operator discarded the solution and made new one reading at 50 ppm. Corrected On-Site 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 written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events available. Discussed and provided form with operator. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container and plastic spatula inside hand wash sink and a plastic container blocking acces to hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Also a bucket inside hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink at front counter. Operator removed the items from both hand wash sinks. 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. Observed no chemical test kit provided. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Also no paper towel at mens rooms. Operator provided the paper towels. Corrected On-Site 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. Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and provided form with operator. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Also no soap at the mens room. Operator provided the soap. Corrected On-Site 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 cooked lentils, cooked ground turkey, cooked beef, guacamole, pico de gallo, corn mix, tuna salad cut tomatoes all without date markings located at both standing reach in cooler units at kitchen area. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/27/2023 revealed 26 total violations (5 high priority, 7 intermediate, 14 basic).