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FARM STAND

27687 US HWY 129, Branford FL 32008 · 386-931-4557

Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 15 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS7100355
Grade history
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on ceiling inside dry storage area in back of kitchen. Manager killed and discarded roach during this inspection. Following day callback per Linda.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Aug 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef Baria prepared 8/15 at 46F and kept in walk-in-cooler overnight
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef Baria prepared 8/15 at 46F and kept in walk-in-cooler overnight
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker on spigot outside restroom silo
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food-contact surface of commercial can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Manager had can opener washed
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. No well water bacteriological report available
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Public restrooms and employee restroom do not have self closing mechanisms.
Basic/32-04-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining walls of reach in freezers in shed
Basic/14-05-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in freezers
Basic/14-69-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Tortilla chips prepared and packaged on site are available to the public as a grab and go items. Packages do not have any of the required labeling
Basic/02D-03-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold on gaskets of reach in freezer in back shed
Basic/23-03-4
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Apr 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside walk-in cooler: chicken (52F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (47F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (48F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (47F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (47F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items have been held inside the walk-in cooler overnight and have mot been left out of refrigeration today. Ambient air temperature is 50F.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside walk-in cooler: chicken (52F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (47F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (48F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (47F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (47F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items have been held inside the walk-in cooler overnight and have mot been left out of refrigeration today. Ambient air temperature is 50F. Stop sales issued.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing from spigot at rear corner of building.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report from within 12 months unavailable.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in cooler ambient air temperature is 50F. Multiple stop sales issued inside unit.
Basic/14-74-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal keys and phone charger stored on top of reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both dumpsters sitting directly on soil.
Basic/33-23-4
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plugs missing from both dumpsters.
Basic/33-11-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet coming loose from handwash sink in prep area.
Basic/29-08-4
Sep 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In large container in walk-in cooler: chicken (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans (48F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding). Container of chicken and black beans are date marked 8/30. Manager stated the chicken was cooked the previous day, cooled properly cooled to 41F with ice packs, then placed into the walk-in cooler and has not been in-use today. Manager stated the refried beans have been held inside the cooler overnight and have not been in-use today. Manager stated the black beans were in-use outside of refrigeration for approximately 10 minutes this morning, then placed back into the cooler. Ambient air temperature inside the walk-in cooler is 47F.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 4, 2025 · Inside walk-in cooler: Milk 45F, shredded cheese 46F, sour cream 46F, shredded lettuce 47F. Ambient air temperature inside walk-in cooler 46F. Sour cream is date marked 9/2. Manager stated all of the above items have been held inside the cooler since their delivery on 09/02. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In large container in walk-in cooler: chicken (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans (48F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding). Container of chicken and black beans are date marked 8/30. Manager stated the chicken was cooked the previous day, cooled properly cooled to 41F with ice packs, then placed into the walk-in cooler and has not been in-use today. Manager stated the refried beans have been held inside the cooler overnight and have not been in-use today. Manager stated the black beans were in-use outside of refrigeration for approximately 10 minutes this morning, then placed back into the cooler. Ambient air temperature inside the walk-in cooler is 47F. Stop sales issued.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 4, 2025 · Inside walk-in cooler: Milk 45F, shredded cheese 46F, sour cream 46F, shredded lettuce 47F. Ambient air temperature inside walk-in cooler 46F. Sour cream is date marked 9/2. Manager stated all of the above items have been held inside the cooler since their delivery on 09/02. Manager verified temperatures of all of the listed items with their own thermometer during this inspection. Stop sales issued. Admin Complaint
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient air temperature inside walk-in cooler is 47F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 4, 2025 · Ambient air temperature is 46F. Admin Complaint
Sep 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 8 high priority.

8 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Pan containing cut red cabbage with date marked of 8/26 stored on shelf inside reach-in cooler in kitchen.
High priority/01B-28-5
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Several large tortilla bins lined with nonfood-grade black trash bags throughout kitchen.
High priority/14-31-5
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1. Spider crawling on clean white containers stored on top of reach-in freezer inside metal storage shed. 2. Spider webs on conduit in storage closet in back of kitchen. 3. Several spider webs and eggs in webs throughout metal food storage shed.
High priority/35A-09-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored on shelf directly above pan of fully-cooked chicken inside walk-in cooler. Employee removed the chicken from the shelf during this inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In large container in walk-in cooler: chicken (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans (48F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding). Container of chicken and black beans are date marked 8/30. Manager stated the chicken was cooked the previous day, cooled properly cooled to 41F with ice packs, then placed into the walk-in cooler and has not been in-use today. Manager stated the refried beans have been held inside the cooler overnight and have not been in-use today. Manager stated the black beans were in-use outside of refrigeration for approximately 10 minutes this morning, then placed back into the cooler. Ambient air temperature inside the walk-in cooler is 47F.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In large container in walk-in cooler: chicken (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans (48F - Cold Holding); black beans (47F - Cold Holding). Container of chicken and black beans are date marked 8/30. Manager stated the chicken was cooked the previous day, cooled properly cooled to 41F with ice packs, then placed into the walk-in cooler and has not been in-use today. Manager stated the refried beans have been held inside the cooler overnight and have not been in-use today. Manager stated the black beans were in-use outside of refrigeration for approximately 10 minutes this morning, then placed back into the cooler. Ambient air temperature inside the walk-in cooler is 47F. Stop sales issued.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Squirt bottle containing dish soap and container of "Comet" powder stored on shelf above large container of tamales on drain board of three-compartment sink at cookline. Employee moved the tamales to another prep table during this inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on back side of building.
High priority/29-34-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pan of chicken inside walk-in cooler date marked 8/30. Manager stated the refried chicken was cooked on 9/1 and the label was not changed.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Recent well testing report unavailable upon request.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient air temperature inside walk-in cooler is 47F.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee's bag stored phone stored on shelf at cookline above open container with tamale filling. Employee's bag stored removed phone from shelf during this inspection.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor throughout silo kitchen soiled with leaves and/or dirt.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored directly on floor in metal storage shed.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Space between glass panes on reach-in cooler in back of kitchen filled with brown substance. 2. Gaskets on several freezer doors in storage area soiled with mold-like substance. 3. Top of equipment in silo kitchen soiled with leaves and debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1. One fly crawling on cutting board at steam table in kitchen. 2. One fly on wall in kitchen in dish storage closet.
High priority/35A-02-7
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Aerosol can containing stainless steel cleaner stored on shelf directly beside single-use paper bowls inside milkshake silo. Manager removed chemical from shelf during this inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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. One employee working in kitchen with food without without food handler training and without proof of food handler training or proof they have been informed of their health reporting responsibilities. Inspector provided manager a new copy of the employee health reporting agreement during this inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report unavailable upon request.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located outside establishment not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors or constructed to have entrances and exits that ensure the privacy of occupants. Bathroom doors in silo beside building do not close automatically and are left open during this inspection.
Basic/32-22-4
Dead roaches on premises. Three dead roaches on floor inside exterior women's restroom.
Basic/35A-03-4/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several holes in walls leading through to outside in food storage shed.
Basic/36-24-5
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink cup on top shelf above jugs of milk inside reach-in cooler in prep area. Manager removed drink cups from shelf during this inspection.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Box containing foam takeout containers and box containing tortilla chip bin liners stored inside employee restroom. Manager removed both items from area during this inspection.
Basic/25-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention devices missing at two threaded spigots at handwash station below windmill beside building.
High priority/29-34-4
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. The portable restrooms agave been removed and a silo has been constructed beside building housing customer restrooms. Restrooms must be added to establishment plans and submitted for approval. Establishment is currently on open warning for plan review.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report unavailable.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on floor in exterior storage shed near entrance door.
Basic/35A-03-4
Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device. Electric bug zapper in-use on shelf beside refrigerated make-table in kitchen.
Basic/35B-06-4
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Gap leading to the outside in metal siding on wall in back-left of storage shed. Storage shed door left open with approximately 4" gap between sliding doors.
Basic/35B-05-4
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Floor and bottom of walls along perimeter of exterior food storage shed soiled with dirt and/or webs.
Basic/36-50-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Rotted unsealed wood along bottom perimeter inside exterior food storage shed.
Basic/36-30-4
Aug 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Silo constructed beside building housing customer restrooms. Restrooms must be added to establishment plans and submitted for approval. Covered fryer outside of restaurant near tortilla maker. Employee stated they use it to fry tortilla chips when they are very busy. Fryer must be relocated indoors and added to establishment plans or removed.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · No change, time extended. Time Extended/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Manager provided a paper copy of the new floor plan, but stated she was unable to find where to send the plans. Inspector provided plan review information to manager. Time Extended
May 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · On shelf inside walk-in cooler: Refried beans (45F 3:20, 45F 3:40 - Cooling). Beans are date marked 5/26. Person in charge stated the refried beans were in-use at 10am, then placed back into the cooler to cool. Beans are covered in a large, deep pan. Admin Complaint
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
High priority/01B-36-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit May 28, 2024 · On shelf inside walk-in cooler: Refried beans (45F 3:20, 45F 3:40 - Cooling). Beans are date marked 5/26. Person in charge stated the refried beans were in-use at 10am, then placed back into the cooler to cool. Beans are covered in a large, deep pan. Admin Complaint
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · On shelf inside walk-in cooler: Refried beans (45F 3:20, 45F 3:40 - Cooling). Beans are date marked 5/26. Person in charge stated the refried beans were in-use at 10am, then placed back into the cooler to cool. Beans are covered in a large, deep pan.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Silo constructed beside building housing customer restrooms. Restrooms must be added to establishment plans and submitted for approval. Covered fryer outside of restaurant near tortilla maker. Employee stated they use it to fry tortilla chips when they are very busy. Fryer must be relocated indoors and added to establishment plans or removed.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · No change, time extended. Time Extended
May 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate2 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. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
High priority/01B-36-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in kitchen near cookline. Two flies in prep area near steam table.
High priority/35A-02-6
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on ceiling inside dry storage area in back of kitchen. Manager killed and discarded roach during this inspection. Following day callback per Linda.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two boxes of foil sheets stored on shelf beside degreaser above three-compartment sink. Employee removed foil sheets from shelf during this inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In takeout cups inside storage bin at room temperature in prep area: green salsa (92F - Cooling 2 hours). Manager stated the salsa began cooling two hours prior. Stop sale issued. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: beans (50F - Cooling overnight); red salsa (48F - Cooling overnight). Beans are date marked 5/21 and the red salsa is date marked 5/17. Manager stated the beans and the salsa were cooked on previous days and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool overnight. Manager also stated they were not removed from the walk-in cooler today. Stop sales issued.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/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/ Four employees working in kitchen without a certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Silo constructed beside building housing customer restrooms. Restrooms must be added to establishment plans and submitted for approval. Covered fryer outside of restaurant near tortilla maker. Employee stated they use it to fry tortilla chips when they are very busy. Fryer must be relocated indoors and added to establishment plans or removed.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training appear to be falsified. One FRLA food handler certificate for Elida Resendiz Avila 9/29/21 appears to be a photocopy of a blank certificate, filled out with pen.
Intermediate/53B-11-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Bacteriological report unavailable.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored in a prohibited area. Large bin containing tortilla chips stored inside employee restroom in kitchen. Inspector had employee remove tortilla chips from restroom during this inspection.
Basic/08B-37-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwash sign inside either restroom in silo.
Basic/31B-04-4
Feb 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of tomato sauce with large dent on seam in rear storage area.
High priority/01B-01-4
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee frying tortilla chips in prep area without running water. Employee entered the prep area from outside, put on gloves, and began operating the fryer without washing hands several times during this inspection. Manager stated the employee was utilizing a bucket for handwashing. Manager discontinued food prep in area. Inspector reviewed proper handwashing with employees during this inspection.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Plastic bin containing bags of raw shrimp stored on shelf above jars of cherries and above tubs of butter. Manager moved raw shrimp to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: diced tomatoes (58F - Cold Holding); pico (47F - Cold Holding). Manager stated both were used to fill the line approximately one hour prior and may have been left out too long. Inspector had manager place ice on both to help cool to 41F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Spigot missing backflow prevention device on corner of building near wagons.
High priority/29-34-4
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. No permanently plumbed handwash sink in tortilla frying station/prep area. Establishment is using a portable handwash sink that is not set up and does not have running water. If additional handwash violations occur in this area or the handwash station is not set up, a permanently plumbed handwash sink will be required. Manager filled portable handwash sink with water and set up handwash station during this inspection. 7 day warning per Judy H.
Intermediate/31A-07-4/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. Establishment does not have original food handler certificates for any employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training appear to be falsified. Two FRLA food handler certificates appear to be photocopies of blank certificates, written on with ink pen.
Intermediate/53B-11-4
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Bacteriological report unavailable.
Intermediate/27-02-4/Repeat Violation
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels stuck to two pans on clean dish rack in rear storage area.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exterior door to tortilla prep area propped open with concrete block.
Basic/35B-03-4
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of degreaser stored on lower shelf of prep table beside bin of chips in prep area of kitchen. Employee removed bottle of degreaser from shelf during this inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with black substance on prep table in prep area of kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Bacteriological report unavailable.
Intermediate/27-02-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-use condiment cups used as scoops inside several containers of spices on shelf in prep area of kitchen.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Several boxes of canned foods stored on floor in storage barn beside building.
Basic/08B-38-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels stuck to several pans on clean dish rack on shelf in prep area of kitchen.
Basic/16-46-4

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