TORTAS LOCAS & BAKERY
2594 12 ST STE A
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 10/4/2024
High Priority
8
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops in containers of dry storage goods. Repeat Violation
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee restroom. Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- 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 multiple employee phones and other times stored on food prep surfaces in the establishment.
- 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 multiple handles in contact with dry goods in the dry storage area.
- 35B-03-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. Repeat Violation
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in the warewashing reach in cooler: Pork (60F - Cooling). Operator stated it was cooked the night before and placed in the cooler. Operator willingly disposed of the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 01B-36-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in the warewashing reach in cooler: Pork (60F - Cooling). Operator stated it was cooked the night before and placed in the cooler. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef in a reach in freezer in direct contact with a non-food grade plastic bag. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and chicken stored over I wash cabbage in the left side back reach in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked French fries in the left side back reach in cooler.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the back reach in cooler: Chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had left it on the counter overnight to defrost and then placed it in the cooler in the morning. Operator willingly disposed of the food.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the back reach in cooler: Chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had left it on the counter overnight to defrost and then placed it in the cooler in the morning. Operator willingly disposed of the food. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored next to food currently being prepped. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at any of the hand wash sinks.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided at any of the hand wash sinks. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/4/2024 revealed 16 total violations (8 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/2/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
13
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops in food containers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle for the shared employee restroom.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions stored on the floor of the dry storage area. Operator placed bags on a shelf. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 35B-03-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef being thawed on the counter.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple raw meats being held in non-food grade plastic bags in the reach in freezer.
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over uncut potatoes in a standing reach in cooler. Operator removed the beef. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored in a reach in cooler: Ambient shell eggs (60F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been there for 3hrs. Operator placed eggs in a working reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Chopped lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). Stored over the fill line. Operator stated it had been there for 1hr. Operator took the op half of the container and placed it in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed batteries and hand sanitizer stored above food in the dry storage area. Operator removed the items. Corrected On-Site
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed the mop sink with a splitter and no vacuum breaker.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand wash sink.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/2/2024 revealed 13 total violations (6 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 12/19/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dishwasher.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops in containers of food.
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks on food prep tables throughout the establishment.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of fryer oil stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator moved the cases. Corrected On-Site
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a container of household insecticide in the establishment. Operator disposed of container. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over uncut lettuce in the standing reach in cooler. Operator moved the beef. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed ambient shell eggs at 65F cold holding in the prep area. Operator stated they had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed eggs in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 5 workers present without a certified food manager present.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink. Operator put more paper towels there. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing chemicals not labeled. Operator labeled the bottle. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/19/2023 revealed 10 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 9/25/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
7
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee and ladies restroom do not have self closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a 2x3 inch hole in the ceiling tile near back door. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in dishwashing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on the cook line with cut marks. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **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. Light shield missing in food storage area and in back area of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**
- 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 the back kitchen hand wash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Observed no proof of Employee training. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/25/2023 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 7/20/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
7
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee and ladies restroom do not have self closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a 2x3 inch hole in the ceiling tile near back door. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in dishwashing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on the cook line with cut marks. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **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. Light shield missing in food storage area and in back area of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**
- 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 the back kitchen hand wash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/20/2023 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 7/19/2023
High Priority
6
Intermediate
6
Basic
10
Total
22
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee and ladies restroom do not have self closing doors.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a 2x3 inch hole in the ceiling tile near back door. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in dishwashing area.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee bathroom.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on the cook line with cut marks.
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on front food line. Corrected On-Site
- 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 items: phone, keys, masks, and wallet above and on food prep areas. Corrected On-Site
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees cooking and preparing foods without hair restraints.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed vegetable oil, and flour/sugar mix stored on floor of kitchen. Employees placed food on shelves. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Employee cleaned out microwave Corrected On-Site
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing in food storage area and in back area of kitchen.
- 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled properly. Observed partially cooked gyro cones in the reach in freezer. Provided and educated operator on safe handling procedures for gyros. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meats stored over ready to eat foods in the prep lines reach in cooler. Employees put the ready to eat foods above the raw meat. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tcs food in the standing reach in cooler at these temps: Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Jalopenos (50F - Cold Holding); Potatoes (70F - Cold Holding); Pork (51F - Cold Holding); Diced tomatoes (51F- Cold Holding) Employees stated that they had been in there for more than 4 hrs. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the standing reach in cooler at these temps: Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Jalapenos(50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (70F - Cold Holding); Pork (51F - Cold Holding). Employees stated that they had been in there overnight. 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 food temps at front steam table: Rice (130F - Hot Holding); Cooked peppers and cheese (130F - Hot Holding). Employees stated that the food had been made within 2 hrs. Employees re-heated foods on cook line. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaner stored above prep table. Employee removed spray bottle. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the back kitchen hand wash sink.
- 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. 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 that the Manager has employee forms but none were signed. Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel machines in bathrooms not functioning.
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Per operator establishment offers sunny side up eggs, but fully cooks all other foods. Observed no consumer advisory. Operator posted advisory. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing degreaser without a label. Employees labeled the bottle. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/19/2023 revealed 22 total violations (6 high priority, 6 intermediate, 10 basic).