CARUSO ITALIAN KITCHEN
124 107 AVE, Treasure Island FL 33706
Last inspected Jun 18, 2024 · 6 visits since January 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JAN 24
MAR 24
JUN 24
▼ IMPROVING
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rub marks in corner of ceiling over reach in household refrigerator in prep room.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024021584 | Mar 21, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 | — |
| 3--2024009264 | Jan 29, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | — |
| 3--2022033746 | Jun 29, 2022 | Dec 16, 2022 | $400 |
| 3--2022048935 | Sep 14, 2022 | Nov 8, 2022 | $800 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in reach in cooler in rear prep room. Employee moved chicken to lower shelf.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched face with gloved hands then engaged in food prep no glove change /hand wash. Educated employee on hand washing. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (53F - Cold Holding), cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding). Employee moved butter and pasta to freezer for quick chill. Retemped butter at 42F, pasta still in need of cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in prep area,
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna made onsite no date mark. Employee dated lasagna.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in bar area. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. C02 tank in bar not secured.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in closet next to restrooms. Employee cleared, cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table next to cutting board.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under cook line soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in prep area build up of ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of small ovens soiled with burnt on food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.reach in cooler in kitchen and bar area standing water in bottom.
Stored food not covered. Breaded eggplant in freezer not covered.
Mar 22, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on deli reach in cooler stained.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors on cook line behind equipment soiled with undetermined debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven and toaster ovens soiled with food debris.
Mar 21, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on floor near shelf next to hot water tank in dry storage area, 1 rodent dropping on floor next to reach in freezer in dry storage area, 1 rodent dropping on floor next to chest freezer in rear prep area, 3 rodent droppings under reach in cooler in prep area.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rub marks in corner of ceiling over reach in household refrigerator in prep room.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags not marked with last date used. Employee marked dates.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on deli reach in cooler stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket in Hand sink on cook line. Employee removed bucket.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors on cook line behind equipment soiled with undetermined debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in prep area next to rear door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven and toaster ovens soiled with food debris.
Jan 30, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee started working with food no hand wash. Educated employee and employee washed hands.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food used for multiple menu items, some of which will not be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Bare hand contact with garnishes and cheese on cook line. Educated employee and he washed hands and put spoon in garnishes.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Mussel and clam tags not marked with last date used.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on reach in cooler on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled with debris in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.reach in freezer in prep room has build up of ice.
Jan 30, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee started working with food no hand wash. Educated employee and employee washed hands.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food used for multiple menu items, some of which will not be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Bare hand contact with garnishes and cheese on cook line. Educated employee and he washed hands and put spoon in garnishes.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings in bar area on floor, 2 rodent droppings next to prep table in kitchen, 8 rodent droppings under the 3 compartment sink in kitchen, 15 rodent droppings in dry storage room, 3 rodent droppings on top of hot water tank in dry storage area, 23 rodent droppings in rear storage room near bathrooms, 8 rodent droppings on chair and high char in hall near bathroom.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Mussel and clam tags not marked with last date used.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on reach in cooler on cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like debris in ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled with debris in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind reach in cooler in prep room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.reach in freezer in prep room has build up of ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.oven interior soiled with food debris.
Jan 29, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee started working with food no hand wash. Educated employee and employee washed hands.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food used for multiple menu items, some of which will not be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Bare hand contact with garnishes and cheese on cook line. Educated employee and he washed hands and put spoon in garnishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over shredded mozzarella in rear prep area refrigerator. Employee moved cheese.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings in bar area on floor, 2 rodent droppings next to prep table in kitchen, 8 rodent droppings under the 3 compartment sink in kitchen, 15 rodent droppings in dry storage room, 3 rodent droppings on top of hot water tank in dry storage area, 23 rodent droppings in rear storage room near bathrooms, 8 rodent droppings on chair and high char in hall near bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavy whipping cream 53F. Employee put cream on ice.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Mussel and clam tags not marked with last date used.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on reach in cooler on cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta cooked 1-28 no date mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in bar area. Employee labeled bottle of disinfectant.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like debris in ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink can on prep table next to food being prepped. Employee removed drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table. Employee removed phone.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled with debris in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind reach in cooler in prep room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.reach in freezer in prep room has build up of ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.oven interior soiled with food debris.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.