DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

SALSA

2270 Vindale Road
Florida, 32778
Lake County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.8/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 3/27/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8871622

  • 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Repeat Violation
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat Violation
  • 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. - Foam containers in dry storage area.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - walk-in cooler - under ice machine in service area.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - katom oven on cooks line
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of all cooking equipment. - walk-in door gasket Repeat Violation
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. - raw pork stored vegan eat in reach in freezer. - raw shell eggs stored over bag of onions Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting boards at salad station
  • 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. -1 new hire Repeat Violation
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - wire shelving in walk in cooler.
  • 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.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - -spray bottle of clear liquid.

Inspection Date: 8/26/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8755353

  • 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Repeat Violation
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets on kelvinator freezer - walk-in gasket
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored next to microwave on cooks line. Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Gallon milk Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - can opener - drink nozzle on soda nozzle
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand sink in kitchen block with dishwasher trays. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - plastic container draining in hand sink at front bar Corrected On-Site
  • 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. - 2 new hires

Inspection Date: 1/22/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8441908

  • 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Repeat Violation
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - bottle of water stored on prep table in kitchen area.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on cooks line. Repeat Violation
  • 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw beef stored over raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on salsa station
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - Hans sink at front bar
  • 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. - WD40 stored on bottom shelf at prep station Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/13/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8441579

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 7/11/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8366814

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning
  • 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 Line cooks Warning
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cooks line. Warning
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 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. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over liquid margarine. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees moving in and out of walk-in changing task. Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner hanging on shelf with liquor at bar area. Warning
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bib located next to hand sink in kitchen area. Warning
  • 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon milk open day prior. Corrected On-Site 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/Le Lesya Pinyan Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Warning
  • 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/ Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of purple liquid stored on shelf in kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Warning