EL SOL DE MEXICO
5024 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 9043613930
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 20 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $3,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025081257 | Sep 4, 2025 | Jan 22, 2026 | $1,400 |
| 5--2025060119 | Jun 24, 2025 | Nov 25, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2025047334 | Apr 15, 2025 | Oct 27, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2016030118 | Jun 21, 2016 | Jul 27, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken cooked and prepared on 8/14. Date of inspection was 08/21.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on gaskets of reach in cooler doors on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw pork thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink. Person in charge turned on running cold water.
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat juice in standing reach in cooler closest to kitchen entrance. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed container of cooked pork with date marking of 05/19, more than 7 days prior to inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items cooked 2 days prior with no date marking in standing reach in cooler at end of cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Mar 27, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedLicensing 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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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open, operating, and selling food to the public with no license. Violations placed on warning during time of licensing inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 5 live roaches on floor around standing reach in cooler at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor around water heater at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor in various exposed parts of center of kitchen. 1 live roach on wall in office area. 3 live roaches in small crevice of door frame leading into office. 1 live roach on chest reach in freezer lid. Approximately 30 live roaches in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 50 roach droppings in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line.
Mar 25, 2026Administrative determination recommendedLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open, operating, and selling food to the public with no license. Violations placed on warning during time of licensing inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 5 live roaches on floor around standing reach in cooler at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor around water heater at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor in various exposed parts of center of kitchen. 1 live roach on wall in office area. 3 live roaches in small crevice of door frame leading into office. 1 live roach on chest reach in freezer lid. Approximately 30 live roaches in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 50 roach droppings in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking stored in reach in cooler at end of cook line. Person in charge stated it was cooked sometime in past 2 days.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; grease and food debris build up on floor throughout kitchen area and near water heater. Grease build up and stains on walls near cook line. Grease build up and stains on ceiling throughout kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on reach in cooler door gaskets on cook line.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee on cook line engaging in food preparation while wearing a bracelet.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor behind standing reach in cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef being thawed on prep table at room temperature. Person in charge moved raw beef to three compartment sink and turned on cold running water.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed multiple knives with chipped tips hanging on knife storage near three compartment sink.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed black wastewater overflowing from floor drains in front of standing reach in freezer near rear exit. When hand wash sink near kitchen entrance turns on wastewater backs up from drain.
Sep 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 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 priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Observed opened box of raw chicken tenders stored on top of opened box of raw fish in chest freezer on cook line. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on wall behind hot water heater. 1 live roach on piping near floor behind got water heater. 1 live roach behind hand wash sink near kitchen entrance. 2 live roaches on floor at very corner of wooden dry storage shelving by office entrance. 1 live roach on bottom shelf of wooden dry storage shelving in office area. 4 live roaches underneath plywood plank nailed to bottom shelf of wooden dry storage shelving in office.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed black wastewater overflowing from floor drains in front of standing reach in freezer near rear exit. When hand wash sink near kitchen entrance turns on wastewater backs up from drain.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse hands in mop sink then engage in food preparation. Inspector educated employee proper handwashing procedures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking day it was prepared in standing reach in freezer near rear exit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored between dish area and standing reach in freezer.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed; Approximately 40 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater at corner of kitchen. 20 dead roaches on floor under standing reach in cooler on back side of cook line. 5 dead roaches in office area by doorway.
Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors around water heater. Soiled walls at far end of cook line behind standing reach in cooler. Soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food items in standing reach in freezer with no covering.
Jul 1, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 30, 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. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater.
Jun 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. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater.
Jun 25, 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. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater.
Jun 24, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 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 priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed one gallon of milk with no date marking person in charge stated was opened 2 days prior.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored. Person in charge stated chemical was oven cleaner and labeled accordingly.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep shelf above prep table on cook line.
Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen. Soiled walls behind and around cook line. Excess grease and debris build up on ground around hot water heater and reach in coolers nearby.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster at rear of establishment directly on grassy area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self-closing arm missing in door at rear exit of kitchen causing door to be unable to self-close.
Apr 16, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 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 Intermediate6 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 tripe at temperatures of 48-51F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge tripe was cooked two days prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked carne asada at temperatures of 45-47F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge carne asada was cooked one day prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked tripe (48-51F - Cooling); Cooked carne asada (45-47F - Cooling)
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce in produce reach in cooler on front side of cook line.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 30+ rodent droppings on ground around water heater in kitchen area. Water heater is in corner of kitchen between standing reach in coolers. Person in charge began cleaning area with droppings.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed rub marks along wall and down piping leading to top of water heater in corner of establishment. Rub marks follow a trail to a covered hole in roof that has observable chew marks through it and rub marks around.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed; cooked tripe at temperatures of 48-51F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge tripe was cooked two days prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked carne asada at temperatures of 45-47F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge carne asada was cooked one day prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed all kept oyster tags with no date marking last date served.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed one opened gallon of milk with no date marking stored in produce reach in cooler on front side of cook line. Person in charge stated milk was opened 2 days prior.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by rear exit of kitchen. Person in charge provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at kitchen entrance. Person in charge provided soap.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on shelf above flip top cooler. Person in charge removed cell phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic container with visible moisture stacked on top of another container and unable to air dry.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed visibly wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board stored on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self-closing device missing for rear exit of kitchen causing door to be unable to self-close.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed knife with broken tip of blade stored on knife rack next to three compartment sink. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed bags of raw beef stored over opened bags of cooked crab legs in reach in freezer.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle raw shrimp and then handle single service items without changing gloves. Instructor coached employee proper glove changing procedure.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk in reach in cooler on server station opened with no date mark. Employee could not indicate when it was opened.
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. Observed person in charge unable to provide written procedures for response to vomit or diarrhea.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pan of carne asada on prep station across from cook line at 98F employee stated was cooked 30 minutes prior. Person in charge indicated it was cooling before being put into reach in cooler. Retemp 20 minutes later was 97F. Person in charge placed carne asada in ice bath.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip top cooler across from cook line soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse off raw shrimp in hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle of yellow chemical on bottom shelf by three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top cooler across from cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened employee water bottle on shelf across from ovens stored next to food items.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf above flip top coolers on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple clear plastic containers stacked with visible evidence of moisture build up between each.
Floor, walls, ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors around ovens and flat top grill station. Soiled walls behind flat top grill station. Soiled ceilings in kitchen area throughout.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle stored in ice machine with handle in direct contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled hood filters. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler across from cook station. Soiled handle on reach in cooler by three compartment sink.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed secondary/metal back door of establishment unable to self close. Primary back door propped open.
Apr 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of Tylenol stored above flip top cooler in kitchen. Employee removed.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen area.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Probe thermometer placed in soiled metal rack next to flip top cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At sliding reach in cooler next to water heater in kitchen, ground beef (50F - Cold Holding). Beef was in cooler less than 4 hours. Do was open and closed constantly from delivery, per employee. Beef was moved to below flip top cooler.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler by manager office that was open three days prior, per employee, was not dated. Employee added date.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep table by flip top reach in cooler has mold-like substance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or soap at hand wash station by manager office. Employed provided.
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. One employee hired over 60 days could not locate employee training.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee cereal box placed above prep table by manager office. Cereal box removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed employee washing dishes stacking recently washed metal pans and not letting air dry.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer next to men restroom does not close fully to seal. TCS foods inside 41F and below. Operator removed product and moved to other reach in freezer until fixed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles under triple sink in kitchen in disrepair.
Floor, walls and or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under fryers have grease build up. Floor under sliding reach in cooler next to manager office has build up. Floor under canned goods shelf in manager office has build up. Floor under reach in cooler next to water heater on make line has build up. Walls at mop station in kitchen is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and side of fryers in kitchen have build up of grease. Gaskets below flip top reach in cooler have build up of old food.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exterior back door not self closing.
Utensils in poor condition. Knife hanging on wall next to triple sink has broken tip.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table was not stored in sanitizer solution in between uses. Employee removed wash cloth.
Aug 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In reach-in cooler near back door handwash sink, cooked pork dated 10 days earlier. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door at cook line, pork chop (48F - Cold Holding); pork (45F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding). In top section of flip top reach-in cooler at cook line, sour cream (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated doors have been open for lunch business.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach-in cooler at wait person pick up area, milk open 3 days not dated. Manager dated.
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. Emailed operator DBPR forms 5030-104 and 5030-204
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. On counter near office area, dicer blade has food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or paper towels at front handwash sink in kitchen. Employee supplied paper towels.
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. Employee in dining area, hired less than 60 days, no proof of training on employee responsibilities. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-103.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold-like substance on deflection plate in ice machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not self close tightly.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. At cook line, employee drinking from cup with no lid or straw. Drink stored on shelf above flip top reach-in cooler. Employee discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On cook line, cell phone stored on shelf above flip top reach-in cooler. Employee moved.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under triple sinks, floor tiles missing.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under flip top reach-in cooler at cook line has build up. Wall above ice machine has dust build up. Wall under triple sinks soiled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine in kitchen, scoop handle touching ice. Operator removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On lower shelf at cook line, sugar and flour containers have soiled exteriors. At cook line, cart has soiled shelves. At flip top reach-in cooler at cookline, gaskets have build up.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter area, cases of paper towels and napkins stored on floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on chest freezer at cook line. Manager removed.
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.