EL TIPICO CRIOLLO RESTAURANT
4721 NORMANDY DR
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/17/2025
High Priority
12
Intermediate
6
Basic
16
Total
34
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged acoustic ceiling tiles Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Front line missing tile/unsealed drywall Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 behind three door glass reach in cooler Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On clean equipment shelving Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable, plastic breading containers in disrepair, walk in cooler gasket torn Repeat Violation Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By office Warning
- 08B-19-4:Basic - Food contaminated from falling onto floor and put into service. See stop sale. Cut ginger fell onto floor. Employee picked up and placed into container for service on cook line. Manager discussed with employee and discarded. Admin Complaint
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Across from hot box Warning
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Container walk in cooler Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in kitchen Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back bathroom Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. In storage walk in cooler cut vegetables, in kitchen walk in cooler peeled plantains Warning
- 16-05-4:Basic - Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Sanitizing solution Warning
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front line. Operator placed into container Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers Warning
- 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went into break room and then returned to front line to serve customers without first washing hands Warning
- 12A-29-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked up item from floor and did not wash hands before going to prepare food Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over mayo in container walk in cooler Warning
- 28-13-5:High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Employee drained soiled sanitizer from three compartment sink and dislodged pipe under sink. Water drained onto floor. Employees cleaned and sanitized floor. Operator replaced pipe and sink can drain properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 14 in paper cabinet in dining room- operator removed cabinet and placed outside. Eradicated the live roaches that fell from the cabinet on the way out. Approximately 6 behind three door glass reach in cooler between front line and entrance to kitchen by walk in cooler Warning
- 35A-23-4:High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. On wall by entrance to kitchen 2 Roach egg sacs behind three door reach in cooler between front line and kitchen 3 roach egg sacs in cabinet in dining room Warning
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Reach in cooler in kitchen- Raw shell eggs 49F Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cut ginger that fell onto floor and placed into container for service. Operator discussed with employee and discarded Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler in kitchen- Raw chorizo 51F, Raw bacon 53F, Ham 51F, Ham 44F, Raw pork 42F 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. Kitchen- Half chicken 129F Hot box front line- Blood red sausage 112F reheated to 143 F, Potato ball 118F reheated to 140F, Chicken empanada 128F reheated to 140F **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation Warning
- 41-15-5:High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. 200+ ppm chlorine. Refilled to 50ppm chlorine Corrected On-Site Warning
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on reach in cooler, can opener blade soiled Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front line handwashing sink used to rinse container and store ladles and juice Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 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. Damaged from hurricane. Manager in process of retraining. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter clear liquid Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/17/2025 revealed 34 total violations (12 high priority, 6 intermediate, 16 basic).
Inspection on 2/17/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
8
Total
13
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged acoustic ceiling tiles Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Front line missing tile/unsealed drywall Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By office Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 33-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back bathroom Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. In storage walk in cooler cut vegetables, in kitchen walk in cooler peeled plantains Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over mayo in container walk in cooler Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **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. Damaged from hurricane. Manager in process of retraining. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter clear liquid Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-17: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/17/2025 revealed 13 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 8/20/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
3
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in cooler door gasket torn. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. A case of chicken wing stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. A large pan of cooked pork not covered in walk-in cooler.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cut bell peppers and cooked potato in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on cook line.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitazing bucket and ladle stored in hand wash sink at front service line. Repeat Violation
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In restroom of the expanded dining area.
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/20/2024 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 1/23/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
4
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen. Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in freezer gaskets, walk-in freezer gaskets, walk-in cooler gaskets and multiple reach-in cooler gaskets torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Peeled onion stored on floor in walk-in cooler at dining area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above the hot box at kitchen. Hot Logix brand hot box soiled with old food debris inside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez expired on 03/12/2023. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: Admin Complaint
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards stained at kitchen. Interior of the reach-in cooler on cook line soiled with black debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container for dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: Admin Complaint
- 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-23: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/23/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2024
High Priority
8
Intermediate
5
Basic
7
Total
20
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen. Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in freezer gaskets, walk-in freezer gaskets, walk-in cooler gaskets and multiple reach-in cooler gaskets torn. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Peeled onion stored on floor in walk-in cooler at dining area. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above the hot box at kitchen. Hot Logix brand hot box soiled with old food debris inside. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen. Warning
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in reach-in freezer by back door. Employee drink stored on prep table at kitchen. Warning
- 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed stickers on avocado while employee prepping avocado salad. Warning
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of tomato paste. Warning
- 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washed hands with no soap on cook line. Discussed with operator, employee properly washed hands at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Raid pest spray. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cooked ribs in walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Cold holding: cooked ground beef 52 F, raw salmon 51 F, cooked rib 51 F, fresh white cheese 51 F, operator moved all time/temperature control for safety food to walk-in freezer. Ice well at front service counter Cold holding: cut tomato 50 F, macaroni salad 50 F, potato salad 50 F, flan 34 F, operator added ice to well. **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. Steam well at front service counter Hot holding: cooked chorizo 85 F, beef empanada 85 F, mashed potato 105 F, operator added hot water and turned thermostat to higher heat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a box of bleach stored over a container of cinnamon sticks at dry storage. Warning
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez expired on 03/12/2023. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards stained at kitchen. Interior of the reach-in cooler on cook line soiled with black debris. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ladles and coffee debris in handwash sink at front service area. Employee dumped ice cubes in handwash sink at kitchen. Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container for dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 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. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2024 revealed 20 total violations (8 high priority, 5 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 8/7/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple buckets of peeled potatoes stored in walk-in cooler at dining area.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach-in cooler at sandwich station. Repeat Violation
- 08B-63-4:Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. The establishment added a walk-in cooler in the dining room, observed door with no lock, there are peeled potato, peeled onion, peeled yuca and various unwashed produce stored in the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Under handwash sink at front service area.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over butter and sliced cheese in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed handled dirty dishes at three compartment sink area, then went back to prep salad without changing gloves. Discussed with operator. Repeat Violation
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation
- 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.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez, expired on 03/12/2023.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing oranges in handwash sink at front service area.
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/7/2023 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).