GRILLED CHEESE GALLERY
16 CATHEDRAL PL, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 561.628.2466
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 24 visits since September 2023
APR 25
JUN 25
JUN 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 19 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately two live roaches under hand washing station on wall and pipes. Observed one live roach on in wall storage shelves used to store food containers in kitchen. Observed one live roach on wall above bread storage in kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $3,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025060148 | Jun 19, 2025 | Mar 5, 2026 | $1,400 |
| 5--2025046155 | Apr 9, 2025 | Nov 13, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2024043027 | Apr 9, 2024 | Jun 23, 2025 | $600 |
| 5--2015003381 | Jan 20, 2015 | Feb 26, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
24 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. GOAT cheese, tofu 45F, butter 49F, cheese 45F; ( - Cold Holding) in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. GOAT cheese, tofu 45F, butter 49F, cheese 45F; ( - Cold Holding). In cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Missing on French fries. Person in charge time stamped.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closers on both bathroom doors not self closing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on table. Person in charge moved drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are torn on small reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in black reach in freezer.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks, knives and spoons not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed no proof of food handler training for one employee without food manager certification.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip-top cooler door gasket torn. Observed walk-in cooler ambient 60F with NO gaskets on door. Door is kept closed with brick. Observed tape used to repair door on walk-in cooler with exposed insulation.
Aug 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter (60F - Cold Holding); pork (59F-60F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (60F - Cold Holding); velvet cheese (59F - Cold Holding); whipping cream (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler with ambient air temperature of 65F person in charge unable to determine how long walk-in cooler has been ambient above 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (60F - Cold Holding); pork (59F-60F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (60F - Cold Holding); velvet cheese (59F - Cold Holding); whipping cream (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler with ambient air temperature of 65F Observed cooked mushrooms and sauteed vegetables (55F - Cold Holding)left on cutting board for current order. Discussed keeping it in the flip-top cooler or on time control.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board stained with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit. Person in charge stated they ran out of test strips.
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. Observed no proof of food handler training for one employee without food manager certification.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys hanging over Mac n cheese and gravy. Person in charge removed keys.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip-top cooler door gasket torn. Observed walk-in cooler ambient 60F with NO gaskets on door. Door is kept closed with brick. Observed tape used to repair door on walk-in cooler with exposed insulation.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles on floor at front counter.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed walls and ceilings soiled with grease.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris and grease. Observed self contained hood fryer heavily soiled with grease.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed hand washing station drains onto floor drain that is not designed to contain the waste water while waste water is draining. This results in standing waste water contacting base board and wall for small amount of time while water is draining.
Single-service articles stored under leaking water lines. Observed napkins, single service utensils, and straws stored on front counter under leaking AC pipes/vents. Person in charge removed single service from leaking area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from AC through out lobby and front counter.
Jun 23, 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 22, 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, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on shelf below press grill. Observed 11 live roaches nesting inside wood counter. Observed 5 live roaches on floor/wall under counter to left of ice cream machine. Observed 2 live roaches on electrical wires under rack with bread in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches observed on floor under front counter. Employee cleaned up dead roaches and discarded.
Jun 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment removed/covered/defaced closure sign posted by the division. Observed closure sign on front door to establishment fully concealed by stools and plants.
Jun 21, 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, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on shelf below press grill. Observed 11 live roaches nesting inside wood counter. Observed 5 live roaches on floor/wall under counter to left of ice cream machine. Observed 2 live roaches on electrical wires under rack with bread in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches observed on floor under front counter. Employee cleaned up dead roaches and discarded.
Jun 20, 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, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on shelf below press grill. Observed 11 live roaches nesting inside wood counter. Observed 5 live roaches on floor/wall under counter to left of ice cream machine. Observed 2 live roaches on electrical wires under rack with bread in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches observed on floor under front counter. Employee cleaned up dead roaches and discarded.
Jun 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 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 priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License is expired as of June 1, 2025. Owner states he went online and paid already to renew it.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on shelf below press grill. Observed 11 live roaches nesting inside wood counter. Observed 5 live roaches on floor/wall under counter to left of ice cream machine. Observed 2 live roaches on electrical wires under rack with bread in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches observed on floor under front counter. Employee cleaned up dead roaches and discarded.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on flip top cooler and reach in cooler under ice cream cooler.
Floor, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under all equipment in kitchen soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled with food debris on flip top cooler and reach in cooler under ice cream machine.
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 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 priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed waste water from hand washing station draining onto ground near floor drain. Some waste water is pooling in corner of floor and under equipment.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately two live roaches under hand washing station on wall and pipes. Observed one live roach on in wall storage shelves used to store food containers in kitchen. Observed one live roach on wall above bread storage in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mac n cheese (118F - Hot Holding); gravy (121F - Hot Holding); pork (122F - Hot Holding) steam well left off for approximately 30 min per person in charge. Person in charge reheated all three products to 165F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip-top cooler stained with food debris.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed portioned bags of cooked chicken prepared earlier in the week per person in charge missing date mark.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed dead roach on counter next to soft serve equipment. Observed dead roach on in wall storage shelves near food containers. Observed dead roach on top of white refrigerator in back storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on flip-top cooler and small reach in counter.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed table top oven soiled with food debris and grease
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler and reach in cooler soiled with food debris. Observed outside vents of enclosed hood system soiled with grease.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing under hand washing station repaired with blue tape.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed three compartment sink plumbing is leaking into bucked placed underneath. Person in charge state plumbing service has been called. Bucket is disposed of into mop sink.
Sep 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately three dead roaches inside mop sink. Observed two dead roach stuck to wall to right of mob sink. Observed one dead roach on bottom shelf of dry storage area off kitchen.
Floors and walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors and walls in back storage area soiled with grease and food debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven in back storage area soiled with grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled on all coolers with food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed three compartment sink plumbing is leaking into bucked placed underneath. Person in charge state plumbing service has been called. Bucket is disposed of into mop sink.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/2024.
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 heavy cream missing date mark. Opened two days prior to inspection per person in charge. Person in charge added date mark.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no chemical sanitizer or heat sanitizing available inside establishment. Person in charge asked for bleach from next door food service. Bleach on-site with test strip by end of inspection.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed tape used to repair walk-in cooler door.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets missing on walk-in cooler door. Observed gaskets torn on flip-top cooler and deep freezers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler soiled with food debris. Observed gaskets on deep freezers soiled with black/green mold like substance. Observed shelves in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed zero lights inside walk-in cooler.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed grease laden vapors on cook line and in dining area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops stored in mop bucket.
Apr 11, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 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. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 16 live roaches on floor and walls under hand washing station Observed one live roach inside hand washing station Observed one live roach under triple sink. Observed two live roaches crawling on wall by electrical fuse box near hot water tank.
Apr 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment removed/covered/defaced closure sign posted by the division. Observed closure sign on front door to establishment completely covered with brown paper.
Apr 10, 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. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 16 live roaches on floor and walls under hand washing station Observed one live roach inside hand washing station Observed one live roach under triple sink. Observed two live roaches crawling on wall by electrical fuse box near hot water tank.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches on floor under hand washing station. Observed approximately 23 dead roaches in glue trap under hand washing station. Observed approximately 12 dead roaches in glue trap under triple sink Observed one dead roach on bottom shelf of black dry storage cabinet near single service coffee filters. Observed approximately three dead roaches behind table top oven
Apr 9, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed house branded pump spray and aerosol can pesticide/insecticide on black chemical storage shelf.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 16 live roaches on floor and walls under hand washing station Observed one live roach inside hand washing station Observed one live roach under triple sink. Observed two live roaches crawling on wall by electrical fuse box near hot water tank.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed container of uncovered red sauce with unknown white foreign objects inside. Person in charge did not know what objects were. Sauces were produced previous day and left uncovered overnight.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed floor degreaser, house hood insecticides, bleach cleaners, and sanitizers stored above filled bulk food bins. Person in charge moved all chemicals away from food products.
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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on front prep counter soiled and stained with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for triple sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches on floor under hand washing station. Observed approximately 23 dead roaches in glue trap under hand washing station. Observed approximately 12 dead roaches in glue trap under triple sink Observed one dead roach on bottom shelf of black dry storage cabinet near single service coffee filters. Observed approximately three dead roaches behind table top oven
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on front counter reach in cooler torn.
Floors, walls, ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors and walls throughout kitchen soiled with build up of food debris and grease. Observed ceiling vents in hallway soiled with grease and dust.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed plastic like wall coverings separating away from wall creating places for vermin to nest by hand washing station. Observed hole in wall above entrance near walk-in cooler. Observed gaps surrounding electrical fuse box.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed sandwich press soiled with Mac n cheese food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler and reach in cooler top cooler soiled with food debris. Observed self filtering hood style fryer soiled with grease. Observed old food debris under table top ice cream machine and table top oven
Stored food not covered. Observed container of uncovered red sauce with unknown white foreign objects inside. Person in charge did not know what objects were. Sauces were produced previous day and left uncovered overnight.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed bread stored next to hand washing station exposed to splash.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (58F - Cold Holding) left above chill line in flip-top cooler for less than 1hr per person in charge. Person in charge placed cut lettuce in bottoms of cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of shelf of dry storage near flour. Observed approximately 7 dead roaches stuck in glue trap on top of refrigerator. Observed approximately 9 dead roaches stuck in glue trap wedged in between shelf and hangers above deep freezers. Person in charge placed glue traps into trash can.
Sep 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 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 tomato soup (48F - Cooling) in very deep container from previous day per person in charge. See stop sale.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/23. Discussed with person in charge. Person in charge renewed during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed large portion of raw meat above ready to eat tomato soup, refried beans, cheese. Person in charge placed raw meat on bottom shelf.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed two rodent droppings on top of white refrigerator. Person in charge cleaned up rodent droppings.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomato soup (48F - Cooling) in very deep container from previous day per person in charge. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (58F - Cold Holding) left above chill line in flip-top cooler for less than 1hr per person in charge. Person in charge placed cut lettuce in bottoms of cooler.
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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed tomato soup stored in 6 - 12 inch deep containers to cool in walk-in cooler. Discussed other options with person in charge and handed out cooling tips handout.
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. Provided employee reporting agreement and discussed with person in charge
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of shelf of dry storage near flour. Observed approximately 7 dead roaches stuck in glue trap on top of refrigerator. Observed approximately 9 dead roaches stuck in glue trap wedged in between shelf and hangers above deep freezers. Person in charge placed glue traps into trash can.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Duct tape used to repair walk-in cooler door's exposed insulation. Discussed with person in charge. Observed gasket on walk-in cooler door missing.
Floors, walls, ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors, walls on front counter and cook line soiled with food debris and grease. Observed ceilings in dry storage soiled with grease and dust.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed small convection oven on front counter and two convection ovens in back storage area soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler soiled with food debris. Observed outside of ovens soiled with grease and food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves inside walk-in cooler soiled with food debris.
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