CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
East Fowler Avenue
Florida, 33617
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in the kitchen missing grout in the dishwashing area. Observed cracked floor tiles by the doors next to the bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Observed cracked floor tiles by the doors next to the bar area. **Time Extended**
- 10-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop being stored on a metal rack that had black mold-like substance on and around it. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Observed the ice scoop being stored on a metal rack that had black mold-like substance on and around it. **Time Extended**
- 03G-53-1:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled with no labels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Observed the zip tied bags of pomodoro sauce with no labels on it in the ice chiller. Manager showed their temperature log showing that the bags currently chilling were made less then 24 hours ago. **Time Extended**
- 14-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed a melted plastic spatula being used to stir food. Observed several cutting boards on the cook line and prep table with cut marks throughout it. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Observed several cutting boards on the cook line and prep table with cut marks throughout it. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/2/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 10/24/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
0
Total
2
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved . No plans have been submitted per Plan Review. 10/24/24 **Admin Complaint**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. 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/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. No plans have been submitted per Plan Review. **Admin Complaint**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/24/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 10/3/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
7
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet containers on the drying rack. Educated manager on proper drying procedures. **Warning**
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in the kitchen missing grout in the dishwashing area. Observed cracked floor tiles by the doors next to the bar area. **Warning**
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop being stored on a metal rack that had black mold-like substance on and around it. **Warning**
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on dishes on the clean dish drying rack. **Warning**
- 03G-53-1:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled with no labels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 14-12-4:Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed a melted plastic spatula being used to stir food. Observed several cutting boards on the cook line and prep table with cut marks throughout it. **Warning**
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed 2 wet soiled towels on a prep table. Manager removed towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pitcher in the handwashing sink on the cook line. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled in an ice bath. Manager stated that their sauces and soups are placed in the zip-tied bags during the chilling and re-heating process but are not held in the bags for more than a few hours. They are placed in metal containers during refrigeration storage, then replaced into zip-tied bags for re-heating. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/3/2024 revealed 9 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 8/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
0
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. 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/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/23/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 8/22/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
6
Basic
4
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers on dish drying rack. **Warning**
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on clean pans in dish area. **Warning**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed an open ice cream container with no lid in walk in cooler. Manager covered ice cream **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 03G-54-1:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed 1 bag of campagnolo made 8/19 7:28pm 1 bag of pomordoro made 8/19 7:27pm 20 bags of chicken soup made 8/17 7:42pm held longer then 48 hours. **Warning**
- 01B-06-4:High Priority - Operator failed to comply with a Stop Sale Notice. Food for which Stop Sale Notice issued continues to be prepared for service/served to the public. Observed 1 bag of campagnolo made 8/19 7:28pm 1 bag of pomordoro made 8/19 7:27pm 20 bags of chicken soup made 8/17 7:42pm held longer then 48 hours. Observed 4 bags of soup 2 chicken 1 minestrone, 1 lentil soup lacking labels in alto sham Observed 1 pan of prepped stuffed mushrooms tempting at 50 f 2 raw steaks at 45f **Warning**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roasted tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); pork and beef meatballs. (56F - Cold Holding); Parmesan (55F - Cold Holding); salami (56F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken ricotta (55F - Cold Holding); raw squid (37F - Cold Holding); Parmesan (57F - Cold Holding); Romano cheese (58F - Cold Holding); sliced mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); pasta salad (51F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding); tomato cream sauce (53F - Cold Holding); bleu cheese (56F - Cold Holding); garlic aoli (57F - Cold Holding); red pepper sauce (58F - Cold Holding) Manager stated the breaker tripped and started to ice unit down. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 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. **Warning**
- 31A-07-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved **Warning**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a lettuce spinner blocking the Hand sink. Manager moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. 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/. **Warning**
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator conducting cook chill of soups and sauces on site, and holding in zip tied bags longer than 48 hours. **Warning**
- 03G-06-5:Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed 4 bags of soup 2 chicken 1 minestrone, 1 lentil soup lacking labels in alto sham **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/22/2024 revealed 12 total violations (2 high priority, 6 intermediate, 4 basic).