JUNGLE PRADA TAVERN
1700 PARK ST N, Saint Petersburg FL 33710 · (727) 482-2880
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found (2) 1 live fly landed on deli cooler door. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area. 1 live fly outside walk in cooler by employee restroom
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026000744 | Dec 17, 2025 | Feb 9, 2026 | $200 |
| 3--2020029575 | Jun 15, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Griddle on makeline has accumulation of grease and food debris -Cutting boards on makeline stained
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/26
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cutting boards on makeline grooved
Hole in or other damage to wall. -Wall chipping and has holes behind arcade games
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Interior of oven on cookline has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -reach in beer cooler behind bar
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on floor under prep table with vevor vacuum packaging machine Operator cleaned up droppings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at start of makeline- spinach artichoke dip (59F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding) Cooler had ambient temperature in the 50s. Operator moved all foods stocked in the last 4 hours to different unit to cool, and voluntarily discarded all foods, including spinach artichoke dip and fresh mozzarella, that had been stored in this unit overnight since they could not determine when the unit stopped working properly.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -half and half in reach in cooler behind bar open but not date marked, operator date marked with fridays date.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Griddle on makeline has accumulation of grease and food debris -Cutting boards on makeline stained
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -No paper towels at hand washing sink in dish pit area Operator put out paper towels
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. In reach in cooler at start of makeline- spinach artichoke dip (59F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding) Cooler had ambient temperature in the 50s. Operator moved all foods stocked in the last 4 hours to different unit to cool, and voluntarily discarded all foods, including spinach artichoke dip and fresh mozzarella, that had been stored in this unit overnight since they could not determine when the unit stopped working properly. Operator will discontinue use of this cooler until it has been serviced and is able to hold foods at 41F and below.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/26
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cutting boards on makeline grooved
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor outside restrooms 3 dead roaches behind walk in beer cooler Operator cleaned areas
Hole in or other damage to wall. -Wall chipping and has holes behind arcade games
Interior of oven on cookline has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -reach in beer cooler behind bar
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -hand washing sink behind bar has leaky pipe when ran. Operator put pan under sink to catch drip.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near floor mixer
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Exp 2-1-26
Equipment in poor repair. Freezer door top hinges broken #3
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed raw beef in ROP packaging in reach in two door cooler 7 days. #1 labeled 4-20 Observed Vevor vacuum machine on prep table.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water from pipe draining onto floor behind ice machine.
Water leaking from pipe behind ice machine
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pepdo on shelf for appetizer
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. RAID on same shelf where pizza is made. Employee discarded
Cold holding unit used to store cook-chill soup ROP food that is held more than 48 hours does not have a continuous electronic monitoring system to record time and temperature. Observed Vevor vacuum machine on prep table.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Printed HACCP Plan ROP Cook-Chill Packaging of Cooked Foods (Except Seafood) and HACCP Plan Reduced Oxygen Packaging for Storage of Raw Meats, Poultry & Vegetables, Cured Meats/Poultry Products, and Cheese Hand delivered to owner.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed frozen ROP raw beef inside ROP bags inside reach in cooler dated 4-20., observed frozen Cooked soup and cooked ROP onions inside walk in cooler. Observed Vevor vacuum machine on prep table.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near floor mixer
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Exp 2-1-26
Equipment in poor repair. Freezer door top hinges broken #3
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed raw beef in ROP packaging in reach in two door cooler 7 days. #1 labeled 4-20 Observed Vevor vacuum machine on prep table.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water from pipe draining onto floor behind ice machine.
Water leaking from pipe behind ice machine
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stained cutting boards on prep coolers/tables throughout kitchen
Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Exterior doors have gaps at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hood ventilation system in kitchen has accumulation of grease buildup
Water leaking from pipe -along wall under dough sheeting machine -next to handwash sink next to red hood system -from triple sink release handle
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings near garage door of garage/storage area off kitchen. This area is not used for food prep or storage, however an open hallway is the only thing separating it from the kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stained cutting boards on prep coolers/tables throughout kitchen
Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. (3) 1 dead roach in entranceway to utility room with water heaters off kitchen 1 dead roach under shelving holding napkins, portion cups, to go boxes 1 dead roach in doorway to liquor room Operator cleaned up 1 dead roach.
Exterior doors have gaps at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hood ventilation system in kitchen has accumulation of grease buildup
Water leaking from pipe -along wall under dough sheeting machine -next to handwash sink next to red hood system -from triple sink release handle
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found (2) 1 live fly landed on deli cooler door. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area. 1 live fly outside walk in cooler by employee restroom
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken breast vacuum sealed and date marked 11/28. Stop sale issued.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings near garage door of garage/storage area off kitchen. This area is not used for food prep or storage, however an open hallway is the only thing separating it from the kitchen.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Multiple packages of food on rack in walk in cooler in back of kitchen. They were vacuum sealed in reduced oxygen vacuum seal bags. Some had holes poked in them to introduce oxygen, many did not. I explained to operator that this is not an approved method, that vacuum sealed foods must be removed within 48 hours, and that fish may not be vacuum sealed whatsoever. -24 5 oz pkgs sliced ham dated 12/6, 12/12 -50 5 oz pkgs pulled pork 12/14 -18 5 oz pkgs corned beef 12/12 -53 5 oz pkgs roast beef 12/14 -29 5 oz pkgs sliced turkey 12/12 -20 3 oz pkgs smoked salmon 12/11 -45 4 oz flank steak dated 12/12 -5 7 oz cooked chicken breast dated 11/28
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stained cutting boards on prep coolers/tables throughout kitchen
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired February 2025
Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. (3) 1 dead roach in entranceway to utility room with water heaters off kitchen 1 dead roach under shelving holding napkins, portion cups, to go boxes 1 dead roach in doorway to liquor room Operator cleaned up 1 dead roach.
Exterior doors have gaps at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. -Cole slaw lid bearing date label from previous batch. Operator replaced lid and date marked with Sunday's date
Hood ventilation system in kitchen has accumulation of grease buildup
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Multiple packages of food on rack in walk in cooler in back of kitchen. They were vacuum sealed in reduced oxygen vacuum seal bags. Some had holes poked in them to introduce oxygen, many did not. I explained to operator that this is not an approved method, that vacuum sealed foods must be removed within 48 hours, and that fish may not be vacuum sealed whatsoever. -24 5 oz pkgs sliced ham dated 12/6, 12/12 -50 5 oz pkgs pulled pork 12/14 -18 5 oz pkgs corned beef 12/12 -53 5 oz pkgs roast beef 12/14 -29 5 oz pkgs sliced turkey 12/12 -20 3 oz pkgs smoked salmon 12/11 -45 4 oz flank steak dated 12/12 -5 7 oz cooked chicken breast dated 11/28
Water leaking from pipe -along wall under dough sheeting machine -next to handwash sink next to red hood system -from triple sink release handle
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. From dry-storage shelf. a. 6lb cam of tomato purée is dented at seam.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server bare hand touch soiled then touch clean plates without first washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is soiled with food debris between cracks.
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/ CFM Robert Wareham 8-8-2023 arrived during inspection.
Squeeze bottle on drainboard containing pink soap not labeled. Operator labeled squeeze bottle soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl without handle stored into tomato sauce in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator removed bowl.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean plates not inverted not protected stored on shelf on cooks line is soiled with food debris.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine not functioning. Operator has three-compartment sink setup. Chlorine sanitizer reading 50ppm.
Hole in or other damage to wall next to reach-in cooler near fat-fryer.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Employee removed tongs.
Reach-in cooler across from flat-top grill interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor next to fat-fryers. Employee placed in bottom shelf of prep table.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups. Salmon, 3 pounds, vacuum sealed fresh and held in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table had built up food debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens on cook line have built up food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups.
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. Dish machine is currently reading 0 ppm chlorine. Manager replace chlorine tube and dish machine is now reading 50ppm.
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Salmon, 3 pounds, vacuum sealed fresh and held in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups. Salmon, 3 pounds, vacuum sealed fresh and held in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table had built up food debris.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Cold smoked salmon not identified as raw or undercooked item in menu.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ribs made on 12-15-24 no date mark.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 4 packages of Ahi tuna not removed from vacuum sealed packaging prior to thawing.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in reach-in cooler next to far wall not segregated from food to be served to the public.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens on cook line have built up food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw chicken and soups.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris Microwave heavily soiled with food debris
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler handles broken on cook line and cooler lid.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters heavily soiled with grease Multiple gaskets soiled with food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers in dish area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan in walk-in cooler.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguishers on floor in prep area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 4 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. Sanitizer 0 ppm dish machine. 3 compartment sink set up with chlorine sanitizer 50 ppm
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Ahi tuna 11 filets.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ahi tuna 11 filets.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked sausage (47F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Manager moved items in freezer. Retemp cooked sausage 40F- Ricotta cheese 43F- mozzarella cheese 40F- Ham 43F- Cut tomatoes 42F.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris Microwave heavily soiled with food debris
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items in hand sink next to ice machine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee drained a can of artichoke hearts in hand sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to ice machine
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink next to ice machine.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container in seasoning bins.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks not secured in back storage area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Ahi tuna 11 filets.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler handles broken on cook line and cooler lid.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall next to ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters heavily soiled with grease Multiple gaskets soiled with food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers in dish area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan in walk-in cooler.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Unwrapped straws on bar counter. Employee moved items
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguishers on floor in prep area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cook line Can opener blade soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to ice machine
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to ice machine
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cups in seasoning bins
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Dry storage and behind stand mixer
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine not properly dispensing sanitizer 0ppm, operator set up triple sink chlorine 50ppm. Operator scheduled maintenance during inspection
Equipment in poor repair. Broken cooler handles on cook line
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at rear of kitchen next to ice machine
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled. Slicer guard soiled with food residue
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On storage racks
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer cooler at bar
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in coolers
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Cocktail shaker and mixer bottles in drink ice at bar, staff burned ice and replaced
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Cocktail shaker and mixer bottles in drink ice at bar, staff burned ice and replaced
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cook line Can opener blade soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to ice machine
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to ice machine
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cups in seasoning bins
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Dry storage and behind stand mixer
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine not properly dispensing sanitizer 0ppm, operator set up triple sink chlorine 50ppm. Operator scheduled maintenance during inspection
Equipment in poor repair. Broken cooler handles on cook line
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at rear of kitchen next to ice machine
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled. Slicer guard soiled with food residue
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On storage racks
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer cooler at bar
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in coolers
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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