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EL RANCHO RESTAURANT

15492 SW WARFIELD BLVD, Indiantown FL 34956 · 7725970876

Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 18 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats80
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5301751
Grade history
MAR 25
MAY 25
NOV 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor of kitchen in dish washing area. Observed approximately 6 live roaches crawling on floor and wall behind oven in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026005082Nov 13, 2025May 6, 2026$600
2--2025028820Mar 25, 2025Aug 7, 2025$800
2--2024055957Sep 23, 2024Feb 26, 2025$400

Inspection history

18 visits, newest first

Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. At tall reach in cooler - non food grade to-go shopping bags used to store cut tortillas - operator removed.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer - raw chicken not commercially packaged stored over cooked sausage patties - operator removed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At reach in cooler raw chicken stored over raw beef - operator removed and stored properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At tall reach in cooler - Cooked rice 94F at 9:45 to 94F at 10:05 (cooling since 9:00)- food stored in large quantity and covered-at current rate of cooling food will not reach to 41F within remaining time a¿¿ operator placed in reach in freezer to quick chill.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green chemical spray bottle, not labeled- operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored over prep counter.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled behind and underneath all equipment and storage areas.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Throughout establishment and underneath bar counter with debris and chewed gum.
Basic/23-03-4
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Jan 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at tall stainless reach in cooler in prep kitchen hallway: Cooked briskets in Metal container covered with plastic wrap and metal lid, stacked on top of each other at 50F-53F - (Cooling at 9:45 since 5:00pm the night before per operator) food did not cool from 135F to41F with in 6 hours. See stop sale
High priority/03D-02-5
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw beef then proceed to handle clean food equipment at cook line. Advised operator review hand wash policies for employee to wash hand properly
High priority/12A-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw burger patties not commercially packaged stored over ready to eat hot dogs in reach in freezer. Operator stored food properly
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw shell eggs stored over or with unwashed leafy greens in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-04-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at tall stainless reach in cooler in prep kitchen hallway: Cooked briskets in Metal container covered with plastic wrap and metal lid, stacked on top of each other at 50F-53F - (Cooling at 9:45 since 5:00pm the night before per operator) food did not cool from 135F to41F with in 6 hours. See stop sale
High priority/01B-02-5
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
Intermediate/03D-15-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine dispensing covers soiled with slime, food debris Employee began to clean and sanitize
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee prep raw meat inside hand wash sink at main kitchen Advised operator of proper hand wash sink usage
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
Spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin interior soiled with slime/mild like substance at main ice bin and soda machine Ice chute
Basic/22-20-5
Nov 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken (50F- cold holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Nov 14, 2025 · Observed cooked brisket inside metal containers stacked on top of each other at 55F-59F cold holding. Per operator cooked brisket not prepped or portioned today and left out of temperature since for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Admin Complaint
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed dates missing for 2 employee handler certifications, advised operator to provide accurate certificates for all food handler employees after 60 days of hire.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Return visit Nov 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Nov 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drinking over prep table while cutting and preparing foods without washing hands.
High priority/12A-05-4
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 small flying insect flying above hand wash sink and three compartment sink at cook line Observed 1 small flying insect landing on covered container of cooked pork ribs on prep table in kitchen. Observed 1 small flying insect flying above covered food Inside of steam table window at front counter. Cook attempted to kill. Advised operator to remove foods from prep table and clean sanitize area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef patties removed from commercial packaging stored over ready to eat hot dogs in stainless reach in in cooler- operator removed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored on top of beer bottles and water bottles inside walk in cooler Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat cooked black beans in stainless reach in cooler on kitchen. Operator removed.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken (50F- cold holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed dates missing for 2 employee handler certifications, advised operator to provide accurate certificates for all food handler employees after 60 days of hire.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Food stored on floor. Observed uncovered containers raw chicken, raw whole muscle beef stored on floor of cook line. Advised operator to remove
Basic/08B-38-4
Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink. Observed employee prep food inside three compartment sink with food residue and soiled water present. Advised employee to clean and sanitize triple sink
Basic/22-37-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
Basic/06-01-5
May 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found At bar area- approximately 4 small flying insects landing on closed bottles alcohol.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At single door reach in freezer- raw chicken and Philly beef not commercially packaged stored over raw beef- operator removed and stored properly.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler- Mozzarella cheese 47F- cold holding, sliced American cheese 47F- cold holding, potato salad 46-47F- cold holding, cream 47F- cold holding- food not prepared or portioned today- food out of temperature overnight - see stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler- Mozzarella cheese 47F- cold holding, sliced American cheese 47F- cold holding, potato salad 46-47F- cold holding, cream 47F- cold holding- food not prepared or portioned today- food out of temperature overnight - see stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cookline handwashing sink- employee defrosting chicken inside sink- operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At bar area- blue chemical spray bottle not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. At back storage room behind kitchen - approximately 1 dead roach on floor - operator removed and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At cookline handwashing sink - raw chicken defrosting inside sink in standing water - operator removed.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 28, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve shut off
Intermediate/27-16-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 28, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 28, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 28, 2025■ 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. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling under tall stainless reach In cooler in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor under steam table in kitchen. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling in kitchen floor next to fryers in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches crawling on wall and floor behind food prep counter in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed Approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table in kitchen Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen. 1 live roach crawling on wall behind flip top reach in cooler in kitchen Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Observed approximately 1 live roach on wall by front counter buffet area- operator killed and removed. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site/Return visit Mar 28, 2025 · Approximately 1 live roach crawling on hot buffet station at front counter kitchen area- operator removed, cleaned and sanitized area. Admin Complaint
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve shut off
Intermediate/27-16-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 28, 2025 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed Approximately 1 dead roach on floor in men's restroom.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed approximately 2 dead roaches on floor underneath steam table. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen./Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Approximately 2 dead roaches at large ice machine near walk in cooler. Approximately 5 dead roaches underneath reach in coolers and prep counters at kitchen/ prep area. Admin Complaint/Return visit Mar 28, 2025 · At dry storage room near kitchen approximately 1 dead roach on floor- operator removed and sanitized area. Admin Complaint
Mar 27, 2025■ 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. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling under tall stainless reach In cooler in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor under steam table in kitchen. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling in kitchen floor next to fryers in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches crawling on wall and floor behind food prep counter in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed Approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table in kitchen Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen. 1 live roach crawling on wall behind flip top reach in cooler in kitchen Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Observed approximately 1 live roach on wall by front counter buffet area- operator killed and removed. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve shut off
Intermediate/27-16-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed wall juncture broken behind prep table
Basic/36-03-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed Approximately 1 dead roach on floor in men's restroom.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed approximately 2 dead roaches on floor underneath steam table. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen./Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Approximately 2 dead roaches at large ice machine near walk in cooler. Approximately 5 dead roaches underneath reach in coolers and prep counters at kitchen/ prep area. Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in multiple areas of kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 26, 2025■ 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. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked brisket (57F);- per operator, items cooked previous day at approximately 3pm. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling under tall stainless reach In cooler in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor under steam table in kitchen. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling in kitchen floor next to fryers in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches crawling on wall and floor behind food prep counter in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed Approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table in kitchen Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen. 1 live roach crawling on wall behind flip top reach in cooler in kitchen Time Extended
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked brisket (57F);- per operator, items cooked previous day at approximately 3pm. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve shut off
Intermediate/27-16-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed wall juncture broken behind prep table
Basic/36-03-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed Approximately 1 dead roach on floor in men's restroom.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Observed approximately 2 dead roaches on floor underneath steam table. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches on floor underneath tall stainless reach in cooler in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in multiple areas of kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked brisket (57F);- per operator, items cooked previous day at approximately 3pm. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling under tall stainless reach In cooler in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches crawling on floor under steam table in kitchen. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling in kitchen floor next to fryers in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches crawling on wall and floor behind food prep counter in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked brisket (57F);- per operator, items cooked previous day at approximately 3pm. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Observed No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve shut off
Intermediate/27-16-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed wall juncture broken behind prep table
Basic/36-03-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed Approximately 1 dead roach on floor in men's restroom.
Basic/35A-03-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in multiple areas of kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Sep 24, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 24, 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. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor of kitchen in dish washing area. Observed approximately 6 live roaches crawling on floor and wall behind oven in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Observed approximately 1 dead roach on floor next to frying oven in kitchen. Observed approximately 1 live roach crawling on prep table next to reach in cooler in kitchen . Time Extended
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In tall stainless reach in cooler at back kitchen: observed cooked rice at 45F and cooked pinto beans at 45F; - cold holding- per operator, items not prepared or portioned today-Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At tall stainless reach in cooler: Raw chicken cutlets (57F) at 1:30, per operator-items prepared or portioned at 6:00-items were never cooled down to 41F. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Observed cooked rice at 45F in walk in cooler. Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In tall stainless reach in cooler at back kitchen: observed cooked rice at 45F and cooked pinto beans at 45F; - cold holding- per operator, items not prepared or portioned today-Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Observed cooked rice at 45F in walk in cooler. Time Extended
Sep 23, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

6 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves take drink from water bottle on cook line, then proceed to handle clean utensils to prepare food without washing hands and putting on new gloves.
High priority/12A-29-4
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw chicken over raw pork not commercially packaged in stainless reach in cooler at kitchen prep area. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor of kitchen in dish washing area. Observed approximately 6 live roaches crawling on floor and wall behind oven in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In tall stainless reach in cooler at back kitchen: observed cooked rice at 45F and cooked pinto beans at 45F; - cold holding- per operator, items not prepared or portioned today-Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At tall stainless reach in cooler: Raw chicken cutlets (57F) at 1:30, per operator-items prepared or portioned at 6:00-items were never cooled down to 41F. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In tall stainless reach in cooler at back kitchen: observed cooked rice at 45F and cooked pinto beans at 45F; - cold holding- per operator, items not prepared or portioned today-Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At tall stainless reach in cooler: Raw chicken cutlets (57F) at 1:30, per operator-items prepared or portioned at 6:00-items were never cooled down to 41F. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-07-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty food containers inside of hand sink, observed employee rinse off soiled wash rag in hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop with no handle inside cotrainer of sugar. Operator removed.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed Carrots, 2 boxes of eggs and bucket of dairy free cream on floor of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar with no label under prep counter near dry storage area. Operator labeled properly.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked beans in reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 25, 2024 · Observed raw steak over milk at stainless reach in cooler by dry storage Admin Complaint
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No opened packaging date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 25, 2024 · Milk opened in stainless reach in cooler. Per operator, opened in excess of 24 hours. Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 25, 2024 · Tequila barbecue sauce (cooked) no date mark stainless reach in cooler. Per operator, prepared 6 days ago. Time Extended
Apr 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw shaved beef over French fries tall white reach in freezer. Raw chicken over French fries. All products not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (45F - Cold Holding) Observed in upper portion of flip top cooler, overstocked. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Operator cut portion in half and placed overstock in bottom portion of cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb by triple sink
High priority/29-34-4
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Tall stainless reach in cooler: cooked rice (45F - Cooling) at 12:20 since 7:30 - 45F at 12:42 Observed in deep covered container. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 6 hours. Operator spread out on rice pan and placed in freezer.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer at triple sink and sanitizer buckets.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's and women's restrooms.
Basic/31B-04-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Chicken thawing on counter.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 2, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked beans in reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. pooled eggs (60F - Cold Holding); baked potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (60F ambient - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (60F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (60F - Cold Holding) operator states in cooler overnight
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No opened packaging date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thawing chicken
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near walk-in cooler
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near walk-in cooler
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. White single door cooler ambient temperature 60F
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Single door white cooler
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef in standing water, chicken and beef at room temperature
Basic/06-01-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Water draining onto floor surface. Handsink k in kitchen
Basic/29-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked beans in reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. pooled eggs (60F - Cold Holding); baked potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (60F ambient - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (60F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (60F - Cold Holding) operator states in cooler overnight
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pooled eggs (60F - Cold Holding); baked potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (60F ambient - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (60F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (60F - Cold Holding) in single door white reach in cooler. Operator states in cooler overnight
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No opened packaging date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thawing chicken
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near walk-in cooler
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing date marked in any cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near walk-in cooler
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. White single door cooler ambient temperature 60°F
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Single door white cooler
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef in standing water, chicken and beef at room temperature
Basic/06-01-5/Warning
Water draining onto floor surface. Handsink k in kitchen
Basic/29-03-4/Warning

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