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EARLY BIRD

9131 US HWY 19 N, Pinellas Park FL 33782 · 7276567996

Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats88
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6216560
Grade history
AUG 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in dry storage area
High priority/35A-02-7
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $1,560

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2026026307Mar 30, 2026May 19, 2026$360
3--2023003316Dec 20, 2022Feb 22, 2023$800
3--2022052750Oct 20, 2022Dec 9, 2022$400
3--2015046630Oct 7, 2015Dec 30, 2015

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of pooled eggs over uncovered cooked potatoes in walk in cooler, discussed proper order with management
High priority/08A-05-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler - egg wash (50F - Cold Holding), staff moved to bottom of cooler
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Management unable to provide valid proof of food manager certification during inspection
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Admin Complaint
Show the remaining 14 findings ▾
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/ 6 staff members present with no proof of CFM during inspection
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to ice machine, restocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink next to ice machine, restocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered beverage on top of deli cooler on cook line, relocated
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Several clean ceramic plates staked on cook line with chipped edges
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment on cook line
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers on floor in rear storage hallway
Basic/08B-38-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Broken hot water valve on hand sink at wait station
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cut avocados on cook line with stickers still attached
Basic/08B-39-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. In use frying pans stacked on top of cardboard shell egg trays on cook line
Basic/25-32-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Multiple bins of cooked potatoes uncovered in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-12-5
The state's own report →
Jun 3, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26, no other staff with valid CFM
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Staff unable to provide proof of CFM during inspection Admin Complaint
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/ 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection with no valid CFM. Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · 5 employees present during inspection with no CFM Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · 2 servers and 3 kitchen staff present during callback inspection with no valid CFM Admin Complaint
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. 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection, none with proof of training. One valid certificate provided for employee not present
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · 5 employees present during callback inspection, one of which was able to provide a valid food handler certificate from Always Food Safe Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · One employee with valid food handler certificate, no proof of reporting responsibilities for remaining staff. Blank form emailed to operator Admin Complaint
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple clean ceramic plates stacked on cook line with chipped edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve broken on hand sink at wait station
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. All mops stored in bottom of mop sink
Basic/42-01-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 8, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26, no other staff with valid CFM
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
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/ 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection with no valid CFM. Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · 5 employees present during inspection with no CFM Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
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. 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection, none with proof of training. One valid certificate provided for employee not present
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple clean ceramic plates stacked on cook line with chipped edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.
Basic/21-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve broken on hand sink at wait station
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Shell egg trays reused on cook line, in use frying pans stacked on top
Basic/25-32-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. All mops stored in bottom of mop sink
Basic/42-01-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 2, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Staff observed changing gloves multiple times in kitchen with no hand wash
High priority/12A-07-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Employee in kitchen observed washing hands in two compartment sink, then proceeded to touch apron prior to drying hands with paper towels dispensed from wall on cook line where hand sink is missingAdmin Complaint Admin Complaint
Employee washed hands with cold water. Wait staff observed washing hands at hand sink in wait station with broken hot water valve
High priority/12A-19-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Service counter - butter packets (71F - Cold Holding), held at room temp, instructed staff to move to recreated unit
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Butter packets 75F stored on counter next to service window, held more than 4 hours, stop sale issuedTime Extended Admin Complaint
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. All kitchen staff washing hands in two compartment sink due to only hand sink on cook line removed
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26, no other staff with valid CFM
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from cook line. No additional hand sinks in kitchen. Kitchen staff advised they wash hands in two compartment sink
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Per owner, hand sink has been ordered and is scheduled to be installed beginning of next week Time Extended
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/ 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection with no valid CFM. Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · 5 employees present during inspection with no CFM Admin Complaint
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. 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection, none with proof of training. One valid certificate provided for employee not present
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple clean ceramic plates stacked on cook line with chipped edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.
Basic/21-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve broken on hand sink at wait station
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Shell egg trays reused on cook line, in use frying pans stacked on top
Basic/25-32-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. All mops stored in bottom of mop sink
Basic/42-01-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 27 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority9 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 27 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Staff observed changing gloves multiple times in kitchen with no hand wash
High priority/12A-07-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Employee washed hands with cold water. Wait staff observed washing hands at hand sink in wait station with broken hot water valve
High priority/12A-19-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Service counter - butter packets (71F - Cold Holding), held at room temp, instructed staff to move to recreated unit
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. All kitchen staff washing hands in two compartment sink due to only hand sink on cook line removed
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26, no other staff with valid CFM
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from cook line. No additional hand sinks in kitchen. Kitchen staff advised they wash hands in two compartment sink
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
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/ 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection with no valid CFM. Owner Kjendrim Mehmedi expired 1/21/26
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at wait station
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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. 4 servers and 2 kitchen staff present during inspection, none with proof of training. One valid certificate provided for employee not present
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple clean ceramic plates stacked on cook line with chipped edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.
Basic/21-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened canned beverage over food in walk in cooler
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve broken on hand sink at wait station
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Shell egg trays reused on cook line, in use frying pans stacked on top
Basic/25-32-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. All mops stored in bottom of mop sink
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 24 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee in kitchen cracked shell eggs, then proceeded to change gloves with no hand wash. Discussed proper hand washing with staff
High priority/12A-07-5
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in dry storage area
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled eggs over uncovered cooked potatoes in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards Accumulation of grease on stove surface
Intermediate/22-02-4
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/ Owner with valid CFM arrived during inspection
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line
Intermediate/31B-03-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to ice machine
Basic/51-11-4
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Shelves in walk in cooler
Basic/14-45-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on shelf with bread
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food uncovered sausage in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-49-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets
Basic/14-11-5
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.
Basic/21-23-4
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor
Basic/08B-38-4
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. All hood filters removed over stove for cleaning
Basic/14-42-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers and adjoining metal shelf Slicer guard soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink on cook line not operational
Basic/29-08-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Shell egg trays reused on cook line
Basic/25-32-4
Stored food not covered. Cooked potatoes in walk in not covered
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - butter packets (77F - Cold Holding), moved to cooler
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Stove top - gravy (92F - Hot Holding); soup (84F - Hot Holding), operators turned on burners to reheat, retemp soup 174F, gravy 167F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cook line Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at wait station, restocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at wait station, restocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/14-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on dry storage shelf
Basic/40-06-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Both employees on cook line
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bread crates on floor in rear hallway, operator placed empty crates underneath
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler vent covers soiled Accumulation of grease on rear of equipment on cook line Hood filters soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Plumbing at hand sink on cook line rattles sink when water turned on
Basic/29-08-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. She'll egg trays on cook line
Basic/25-32-4
Stored food not covered. Cooked potatoes in walk-in cooler
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Pill containers on shelf with food in walk-in cooler, removed
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg wash (48F - Cold Holding); placed in ice bath
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Staff using prep sink in kitchen to wash hands due to hws on cook line with plumbing issues
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink on cook line blocked by bread racks, removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, restocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, restocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Men's restroom plumbing in disrepair
Basic/32-05-4
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Metal shelves in walk-in cooler
Basic/14-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage over heat lamp on service swindow
Basic/12B-07-4
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Next to prep sink in kitchen
Basic/21-23-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on metal rack next to fryer Hood filters soiled Sides of fryers soiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot and cold water knobs on hand sink on cook line not functioning, staff required to use main water cut off valve under sink to turn water on and off
Basic/29-08-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm, operator corrected 100ppm
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 27 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

7 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 27 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Staff cracked shell eggs then continued to prepare food without changing gloves or washing hands
High priority/12A-27-4/Repeat Violation
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Staff loaded dish machine then proceeded to stack clean equipment without washing hands. Server cleared table of dirty dishes then proceeded to run food without washing hands
High priority/12A-13-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled eggs over cooked potatoes in walk-in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in a food establishment and dispensed in a vending machine not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Milk in glass cooler dated 1/1/24
High priority/01B-29-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced swiss (46F - Cold Holding) on cook line, recommended less quantity and keep item covered
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Shell eggs on cook line, held less than 4 hrs
High priority/03F-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage links (127F - Hot Holding), recommend item be added to time as a public health control
High priority/03B-01-6/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink on cook line not operational due to operator turning off water. Per operator, plumbing leaks
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at wait station, replaced
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Next to ice machine
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. End of cook line
Basic/36-06-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Shelves next to fryer
Basic/14-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys and wallet over heat lamp at service window. Employee jacket next to bread on storage rack
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male employee on cook line
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at wait station
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Broken cooler drawer handle on cook line
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line
Basic/36-73-4
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryer. Hood filters soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Egg carton trays used to hold in use equipment on cook line
Basic/25-32-4/Repeat Violation
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Interior light not functioning in walk-in freezer
Basic/38-04-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, corrected 100ppm
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked shell eggs, removed gloves then continued to handle in use equipment with no hand wash
High priority/12A-27-4
Employee washed hands with no soap. Discussed proper hand washing with kitchen staff
High priority/12A-20-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line- pooled eggs (56F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding); corned beef hash (72F - Cold Holding), all items held less than 4 hrs, pooled eggs added to ice bath, shell eggs and corned beef moved to walk-in. Discussed adding to time as a public health control, form emailed during inspection. Retemp corned beef 36F, pooled eggs 42F, Shell eggs 44F. Cooler on cook line-diced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding); sausage (63F - Cold Holding); ham (62F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (58F - Cold Holding); sliced swiss (68F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (65F - Cold Holding), all items moved to walk-in freezer. Retemp sausage 42F, ham 39F, shredded cheddar 38F, sliced Swiss 42f, cut lettuce 37F, tomatoes 39F. Front counter-butter packets (71F - Cold Holding), moved to walk-in cooler. Discussed adding to time as a public health control. Retemp butter packets 61F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line-cooked sausage links (96F - Hot Holding), held less than 4 hrs, moved to walk-in. Retemp 73F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
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. Chlorine sanitizer bucket 200ppm, corrected 50ppm
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to soda machine, replaced
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair.fans covers soiled in walk-in cooler
Basic/36-51-4
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Next to ice machine
Basic/51-11-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dry storage hallway
Basic/36-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Walk-in cooler gaskets repaired with duct tape
Basic/14-71-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage over heat lamp on service window and next to clean cups at servers station, removed
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on heat lamp over service window, removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two males on cook line with no hair or beard restraints
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Lid of reach in cooler on cook line damaged
Basic/14-11-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with accumulation of grease Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers and metal shelves on cook line. Slicer guard soiled with food debris
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Egg cartons under frying pans on cook line
Basic/25-32-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cook line
Basic/21-10-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4

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