KNICKS TAVERN
1818 South Osprey Avenue
Sarasota, Florida, 34239
Sarasota County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/29/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 24-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Observed spoons in kitchen in container with handles not in same direction. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
- 36-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed foil covering broken covingbetwen dishwashing area and kitchen wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed above dishwashing machine area and expo line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/29/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 1/29/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Observed spoons in kitchen in container with handles not in same direction.
- 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed foil covering broken covingbetwen dishwashing area and kitchen wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in chest freezers.
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed above dishwashing machine area and expo line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled walkin cooler gasket.
- 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 soup bowls spinach dip dated 1/18. Cook discarded.
- 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. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle by dishwashing machine unlabeled.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/29/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 1/29/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-29: Observed metal tape at coving. **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-29: **Time Extended**
- 53A-02-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed no certified manager **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-29: Observed no manager certification. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/29/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/1/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
- 36-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed soiled floor under cooking equipment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed debris on floor next to convection oven **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed no activity of roaches. **Time Extended**
- 53A-02-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed no certified manager **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 11/30/2023
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
7
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged. Warning
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed soiled floor under cooking equipment. Warning
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine. Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven. Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed 2 bottles of windex stored on top of refrigerator next to dried pastas.Employee relocated. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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. Warning
- 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. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/30/2023 revealed 7 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/22/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed Chest freezers with ice buildup.
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/22/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).