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JOE'S NEW YORK DINER LLC

11701 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-933-2952

Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 17 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats97
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3910985
Grade history
OCT 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 36 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach in kitchen area near hand sink. Operator killed and sanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

5 cases · $2,200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024052420Aug 22, 2024Feb 3, 2025$400
3--2023016648Mar 22, 2023Jun 15, 2023$800
3--2021041568Jul 2, 2021Oct 27, 2021$200
3--2018044235Aug 6, 2018Sep 27, 2018$400
3--2015045110Sep 29, 2015Nov 16, 2015$400

Inspection history

17 visits, newest first

Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findings
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Restaurant using 3 compartment sink with chlorine that tested 100ppm of chlorine. 3 compartment sink already set up.
High priority/22-41-4
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. Sausage held on time as a public health control has no time stamp. Chef added proper time markings to cooked sausage.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler has stains.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink on cooks line. Chef placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored on food preparation table in back kitchen area. Employee removed and properly stored on cell phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing on cooks line.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Eggs, pickles stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing on cooks line.
Basic/14-42-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cloth stored underneath cutting board in back kitchen area. Chef removed cloth and placed board at dishwasher.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink in back kitchen area. Manager placed handwashing sign at handwashing sink in back kitchen area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on cooks line.
Basic/02D-01-5
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May 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in kitchen area has dust buildup.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled between fryers and grill.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Chicken, pickles stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in white freezer on cooks line.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves across from dishwasher.
Basic/16-46-4/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cooks line.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit May 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority8 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade cloth used to line pan of cheese inside reach in cooler. Chef removed cloth and properly stored cheese.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles are soiled on soda machine on front line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has dirty dishes stored inside it in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper tow at handwashing sink in kitchen area. Chef placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Employee hung up consumer advisory.
Intermediate/02B-02-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in kitchen area has dust buildup.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee using cell phone while working in kitchen area.
Basic/40-06-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled between fryers and grill.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Chicken, pickles stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in white freezer on cooks line.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between reach in cooler and food preparation table. Chef removed knife and placed at dishwasher.
Basic/10-17-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet cloth stored underneath cutting board in kitchen area.
Basic/21-04-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves across from dishwasher.
Basic/16-46-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cooks line.
Basic/29-49-6
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small white cutting board on shelves by dishwasher has black stains and is no longer cleanable.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Cutting board has stains. Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working in kitchen area with no hair restraints.
Basic/13-03-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Employee not using hair restraints while working in kitchen area. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler on cooks line are torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in big white freezer by dishwasher.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield missing in kitchen area.
Basic/38-01-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odors on cooks line by handwashing sink.
Basic/36-64-5/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stick on clean dishes by dishwasher.
Basic/16-46-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Clean dishes still have old labels on them by dishwasher. Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from ceiling by walk in cooler.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor covered in old food debris underneath fryer,grill,reach in cooler on cooks line.
Basic/36-10-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 15, 2025Administrative determination recommendedComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 2 flies found in dishwasher area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small white cutting board on shelves by dishwasher has black stains and is no longer cleanable.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink by dishwasher has dirty dishes inside it. Manager removed dirty dishes.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates on any foods inside walk in cooler. Items have the day with no dates.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employees drink stored in reach in cooler cutting board on cooks line. Chef discarded drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working in kitchen area with no hair restraints.
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler on cooks line are torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Sticky tape overtop lights in dining room area.
Basic/35B-08-4
Food stored on floor. Box of pancake batter stored on floor in kitchen area. Buckets of sausage gravy stored on floor in kitchen area. Vegetables inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in big white freezer by dishwasher.
Basic/14-69-4
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield missing in kitchen area.
Basic/38-01-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odors on cooks line by handwashing sink.
Basic/36-64-5
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stick on clean dishes by dishwasher.
Basic/16-46-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cooks line. Standing water inside double door refrigerator y dishwasher.
Basic/29-49-6
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken inside reach in cooler on cooks line is stored uncovered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from ceiling by walk in cooler.
Basic/29-11-4
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor covered in old food debris underneath fryer,grill,reach in cooler on cooks line.
Basic/36-10-4
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. A container of shrimps stored over cooked pasta in reach-in cooler by office. Employee rearranged items to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled dishes and food containers, then handled clean food containers from dish machine without changing gloves. Discussed with operator about handwashing and gloves changing procedures.
High priority/12A-09-4
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee: Wendy Spelcheetdidnk.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink with no lid stored on oven at cook line. Operator discarded drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A container of fry oil stored on floor by dry storage room.
Basic/08B-47-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Chest freezers.
Basic/14-69-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 2 bulk pieces of frozen pork belly thawing in three-compartments sink with no running water.
Basic/06-01-5
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat rice.
High priority/08A-02-6
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Potato salad (45F - Cold Holding) made day prior
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Potato salad (45F - Cold Holding) made day prior See stop sale
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage (105F - Hot Holding); Potatoes (89F - Hot Holding) CORRECTED TO 165F PREPARED 8:00, FIRST TEMPERATURE 9:03
High priority/03B-01-6
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm) CORRECTED TO 200PPM
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
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 operator with education packet containing
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink near cook line, blocked by trash can. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lauren Rowe
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink near dish area. Employee stocked at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items in reach in cooler near back door not date marked, discussed with operator.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle near dish pit.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored above cook line.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Dishwasher, not in use. Set up 3 compartment sink.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler near back door interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Discussed with supervisors on obtaining serve safe certification. Julio Alvarado
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Cynthia Martinez.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored on front kitchen bar area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Personal items stored on clean dish rack.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Employee personal items stored above food storage areas in kitchen. Time Extended/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Employee personal item stored on food storage rack. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile throughout kitchen in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler near dishwasher soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 23, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Quaternary 200ppm Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator set up 3 compartment sink at time of callback Establishment on warning from previous inspection. Operator called technician prior to callback.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Julio Alvarado Establishment under warning from previous inspection.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Establishment under warning from previous inspection. Provided operator education packet containing reporting agreement. Cynthia Martinez
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in freezer in dish area in disrepair. Handle on reach in cooler on server line missing.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 23, 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. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Quaternary 200ppm Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator set up 3 compartment sink at time of callback Establishment on warning from previous inspection. Operator called technician prior to callback.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches under 3 compartment sink. 2 live roach in wiring of chest freezer on bottom. 1 egg sac observed in wiring of chest freezer on bottom Operator called pest control prior to callback.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · 1 live roach observed under reach in cooler. 1 live roach in wiring of freezer. 1 dead observed under freezer in dishwashing area.Time Extended Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Julio Alvarado Establishment under warning from previous inspection.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Establishment under warning from previous inspection. Provided operator education packet containing reporting agreement. Cynthia Martinez
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in freezer in dish area in disrepair. Handle on reach in cooler on server line missing.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Aug 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator set up 3 compartments sink at time of inspection. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Operator called technician prior to callback. Dishwasher Time Extended
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator moved at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Raw chicken stored behind beef in walk-in. Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach in kitchen area near hand sink. Operator killed and sanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · 4 live roaches under 3 compartment sink. 2 live roach in wiring of chest freezer on bottom. 1 egg sac observed in wiring of chest freezer on bottom Operator called pest control prior to callback. Time Extended Admin Complaint
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Discussed with supervisors on obtaining serve safe certification. Julio Alvarado
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Cynthia Martinez.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles not date marked in kitchen.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Cooked noodles not date marked. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling soiled. Thoroughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored on front kitchen bar area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Personal items stored on clean dish rack.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Employee personal items stored above food storage areas in kitchen. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile throughout kitchen in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights above walk way in dish area. Operator states they have one ordered.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler near dishwasher soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over ready to eat tomatoes and ham. Discussed win operator.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 22, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 14 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 priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Quaternary 200ppm Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator set up 3 compartment sink at time of callback Establishment on warning from previous inspection. Operator called technician prior to callback.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches under 3 compartment sink. 2 live roach in wiring of chest freezer on bottom. 1 egg sac observed in wiring of chest freezer on bottom Operator called pest control prior to callback.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Julio Alvarado Establishment under warning from previous inspection.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining test strips for chlorine and quaternary.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Establishment under warning from previous inspection. Provided operator education packet containing reporting agreement. Cynthia Martinez
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles made day prior not date marked in reach in cooler near office.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area. Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling soiled. Thoroughout kitchen. Vent in back kitchen area on ceiling.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal items stored on food storage racks, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in freezer in dish area in disrepair. Handle on reach in cooler on server line missing.
Basic/14-11-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching flour in prep area near kitchen.
Basic/10-01-5
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights above walk way in dish area. Operator states they have one ordered.
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler near dish area.
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over ready to eat tomatoes and ham.
Basic/08B-17-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority10 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator set up 3 compartments sink at time of inspection. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee come from outside and wash hand approximately 5 seconds. Operator had employee rewash hands at time of inspection.
High priority/12A-17-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator moved at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach in kitchen area near hand sink. Operator killed and sanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by trash can, operator moved at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to rinse coffee pot. Discussed with operator on only utilizing hand wash sink for handwashing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Discussed with supervisors on obtaining serve safe certification. Julio Alvarado
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at front hand wash sink, operator stocked at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Cynthia Martinez.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap stocked at front handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
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 has employee training available No other employee has training available upon request. Cynthia Martinez.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles not date marked in kitchen.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on front server line.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling soiled. Thoroughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Utensils store in soiled container in storage area. Operator rewashed at time of inspection.
Basic/24-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored on front kitchen bar area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Personal items stored on clean dish rack.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile throughout kitchen in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Onions and oil stored on floor in storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights above walk way in dish area. Operator states they have one ordered.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign observed at front handwashing sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler near dishwasher soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink in front bar area slow draining. Handwashing sink in back kitchen area slow draining. Discussed with operator on obtaining plumber to fix slow drain issue.
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over ready to eat tomatoes and ham. Discussed win operator.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medication stored above three compartment sink in dishwashing area. Operator moved to approved location.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp above Parmesan cheese in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator placed shrimp below Parmesan.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Cheddar Cheese 51F ) FIRST TEMP 9:57am SECOND TEMP 43F at 10:55am) Cheddar Cheese - Cold Holding 51F) FIRST TEMP AT 9:57am SECOND TEMP 43F 10:55am) Operator placed containers into reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Sausage (85F - Hot Holding); Cooked Sausage Patty (80F - Hot Holding) Operator completed time as a public health control form.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee put strainer into hand sink. Employee moved to approved location.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked food in containers in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing on cook line.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling on cook line soiled. Standing water in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line soiled.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket hanging on bread rack in dry storage, employee jacket hanging on soda concentrate rack in dry storage. Employee jacket and purse hanging on spice rack in hallway.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Artic Air brand reach in cooler missing handle in front server line. Gasket on reach in cooler on cook line in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed jam containers stored on ground, employee moved to approved location.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cook line soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers on dish drying rack.
Basic/16-46-4
Jan 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

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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. No employees have food handlers certification.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 4, 2024 · Some Employees still don't have food handlers certification training. Admin Complaint
Oct 24, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

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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. No employees have food handlers certification.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. No sanitizer inside dishwasher. Had a discussion with manager about using 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is working properly.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop of cooked potatoes inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and properly stored cooked potatoes.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. No time markers on cooked sausage and sausage Pattie's in between flat top grills. Manager added proper time markers to products.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Gave operator physical copy of clean up plan for body fluids.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. No employees have food handlers certification.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Gave operator copy of employee reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored in undrained ice. Raw fish stored in ice that has melted inside walk in cooler. Manager drained water and properly stored fish.
Basic/08B-31-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle on cooks line. Manager removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Ground beef and turkey breast sitting inside sink with no running water. Manager placed items under running water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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