EL TORO BRAVO
3218 Clark Road
Florida, 34231
Sarasota County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/25/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
- 10-04-5:Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops used for salt on the cook line stored on top of a soiled container lid. The operator replaced and properly stored the scoops. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for flour not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- 24-18-4:Basic - Plastic forks stored upright with the food-contact surface up at the bar.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle in the dish area.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near the hand sink in the dish area. The operator properly stored the wet mops. **Corrected On-Site**
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed an empty bucket of sanitizer for the dish machine. The operator replaced the empty sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over portion cups with shredded cheese. The operator properly stored the cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); guacamole with tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) stored in a double pan in the top portion of the reach in cooler. The operator stored the potentially hazardous foods in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/25/2025 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 10/31/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-31: **Time Extended**
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of the warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-31: **Time Extended**
- 27-05-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet on the cook line near the entrance to the prep area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-31: **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. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-31: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/31/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/29/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
8
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
- 35A-06-4:Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 14 dead roaches in a glue trap control device. The operator discarded the trap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of the warewashing machine.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses in front of the ice machine. The operator properly stored the ice bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
- 10-04-5:Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed a scoop used for salt on the cook line stored on top of a soiled container lid. The operator removed the scoop for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a scoop handle used for flour not stored above the food in the prep area. The operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
- 42-03-5:Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed screwdrivers stored near clean equipment in the prep area. The operator properly stored the tools. **Corrected On-Site**
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength behind the bar. The operator replaced the solution at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
- 01B-28-5:High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed house-made salsa with shredded cheese date marked 10/19 in the reach in cooler in the cook line. The operator discarded the salsa with cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over containers of shredded cheese in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
- 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 house-made salsa with shredded cheese date marked 10/19 in the reach in cooler in the cook line. The operator discarded the salsa with cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
- 27-05-5:Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet on the cook line near the entrance to the prep area. **Repeat Violation**
- 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. **Repeat Violation**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/29/2024 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 7/2/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
6
Basic
4
Total
15
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of salsa stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
- 10-04-5:Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed a scoop used for salt on the cook line stored on top of a soiled container lid. The operator removed the scoop for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs for the hand sinks at the wait stations and behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
- 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. Observed an employee handle soiled dishware then handle clean dishware without washing hands. The employee rewashed the dishware. **Corrected On-Site**
- 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed an employee return to work from coming in from the outside and wash hands with no soap then handle a clean beverage cup behind the bar. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
- 08A-11-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw mahi stored over bottled beverages in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw mahi. **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 raw ground beef stored above whole muscle beef in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. **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. Observed cooked chile relleno with cheese (118F - Hot Holding) on the cook line. The operator stated the chile relleno was cooked approximately 1 hour prior. The operator placed the chile relleno in a reach in cooler for cold holding. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 27-05-5:Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet on the cook line near the prep area.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cart with soiled dishware blocking the hand sink in the dish area. The operator moved the cart with the dishware. **Corrected On-Site**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee discard contents of a sanitizer bucket in the handwashing sink behind the bar. Observed an employee discard a tub of water in the handwashing sink at the entrance to the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 9/2021.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/2/2024 revealed 15 total violations (5 high priority, 6 intermediate, 4 basic).