LATITUDE LATIN FUSION & STEAK HOUSE
1 SAINT GEORGE ST, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904-429-9345
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 21 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately four live roaches nesting inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025025587 | Jan 6, 2025 | Jul 14, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2025005920 | Oct 31, 2024 | Jul 9, 2025 | $800 |
Inspection history
21 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Rice dated 7.18, pooled eggs dated 7.26 Walk in cooler; short ribs 7.24, corn dough 7.26, pasta 7.28
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Tomatoes, salsa, pico 49F, blue cheese 49F; ( - Cold Holding)
Stop Sale issued. Fish reduced oxygen packaged on premises, or commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish labeled with instructions to remain frozen until time of use, not held frozen. Grouper thawed in bags. Vacuumed sealed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Tomatoes, salsa, pico 49F, blue cheese 49F; ( - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener is soiled.
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. Staff can not provide certificates.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank in bar not secured.
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. See stop sale. Fish sealed in bags already thawed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour not labeled.
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Shrimp dated 4.30 today is 5.7.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Grouper thawed in vacuum sealed bag.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Shrimp dated 4.30 today is 5.7.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk not dated. Person in charge dated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener is soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen are soiled.
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. Grouper thawed in vacuum sealed bag. Containers says it must remain frozen and removed before thawing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on dish on reach in cooler is deeply grooved.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer on cook line has ice buildup.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several pairs of tongs hanging from oven. Person in charge removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing signs at bar hand washing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on both reach in coolers are soiled.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Ceiling tile missing where gas line is located.
Jul 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler: oil and fresh whole garlic cloves (87F - Cold Holding); black beans (57F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (54F - Cold Holding); baked beans (53F - Cold Holding); cooked brocalini (54F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F - Cold Holding); cooked green beans (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); gravy (55F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding) ambient air walk-in cooler 54F. Walk-in cooler started cooling after approximately 30 mins. First cook onsite before opening stated walk-in cooler was 37F at 10am. Retook temperatures of all products at 1400 and all products were 46F-48F. Ambient air of walk-in cooler at 1400 at 47F. See stop sale. Observed garlic butter (79F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler stocked from walk-in cooler per cook. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk-in cooler: oil and fresh whole garlic cloves (87F - Cold Holding); black beans (57F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (54F - Cold Holding); baked beans (53F - Cold Holding); cooked brocalini (54F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F - Cold Holding); cooked green beans (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); gravy (55F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding) ambient air walk-in cooler 54F. Walk-in cooler started cooling after approximately 30 mins. First cook onsite before opening stated walk-in cooler was 37F at 10am. Retook temperatures of all products at 1400 and all products were 46F-48F. Ambient air of walk-in cooler at 1400 at 47F. See stop sale.
Handwash sink never installed at food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be installed in the same location per approved plans with fixed potable water and sewer plumbing. Observed no fixed plumbing hand washing station installed at bar on first floor.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Cited on routine inspection originally on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed bagged cooked pasta with visible green and black mold. Observed cooked bagged chicken wings with visible white mold.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed Pasta with date mark 7-6 still in walk-in cooler. Observed oil with fresh garlic cloves with date mark 07-04 still in use. Observed chimichura mix dated 07/03 and 07/05 in walk-in cooler. Observed black beans dated 6/22 in walk-in cooler. Observed Demi glaze dated 07/05 in walk-in cooler. Observed cooked potatoes dated 07/03 in walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler: oil and fresh whole garlic cloves (87F - Cold Holding); black beans (57F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (54F - Cold Holding); baked beans (53F - Cold Holding); cooked brocalini (54F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F - Cold Holding); cooked green beans (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); gravy (55F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding) ambient air walk-in cooler 54F. Walk-in cooler started cooling after approximately 30 mins. First cook onsite before opening stated walk-in cooler was 37F at 10am. Retook temperatures of all products at 1400 and all products were 46F-48F. Ambient air of walk-in cooler at 1400 at 47F. See stop sale. Observed garlic butter (79F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler stocked from walk-in cooler per cook. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk-in cooler: oil and fresh whole garlic cloves (87F - Cold Holding); black beans (57F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (54F - Cold Holding); baked beans (53F - Cold Holding); cooked brocalini (54F - Cold Holding); cooked asparagus (52F - Cold Holding); cooked green beans (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); gravy (55F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding) ambient air walk-in cooler 54F. Walk-in cooler started cooling after approximately 30 mins. First cook onsite before opening stated walk-in cooler was 37F at 10am. Retook temperatures of all products at 1400 and all products were 46F-48F. Ambient air of walk-in cooler at 1400 at 47F. See stop sale.
Handwash sink never installed at food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be installed in the same location per approved plans with fixed potable water and sewer plumbing. Observed no fixed plumbing hand washing station installed at bar on first floor.
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/ Observed food manager not present with 5 food employees onsite.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with hole above dish washer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink inside flip-top cooler. Employee removed drink from food area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken in pan on floor in walk-in cooler. Observed cooking oil in plastic stored on floor next to back door. Observed dressing stored on floor next to back door.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed multiple light shields in kitchen and ware washing area cracked or missing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers solid with food debris. Observed coffee maker soiled with coffee stains and food debris. Observed tray coffee makers sit in solid with food debris. Observed metal shelves at expo wall soiled with food debris.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable waste water odor from portable hand washing station at first floor bar.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Cited on routine inspection originally on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Cited on routine inspection originally on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
May 13, 2025Call 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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Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Cited on routine inspection originally on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed prep cook bare hand touching lettuce used for salads. Discussed with employee and person in charge. Employee washed hands and placed gloves on.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed gallon of milk missing date mark and person in charge unable to determine when milk was opened.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed upstairs bar hand washing sink blocked by drink dump container. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing station by back door and hand washing station by dish machine and hand washing station in men's first floor bathroom missing paper towels. Person in charge added paper towels to all hand washing stations.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
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. Observed some employees unable to provided proof of food handler training.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on floor of walk-in cooler.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Cited on routine inspection originally on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Mar 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine 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 plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 8, 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. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately four live roaches nesting inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately two dead roaches inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 7, 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. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately four live roaches nesting inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately two dead roaches inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 14 dead roaches stuck to duct tape used to repair drop ceiling in ware washing area of kitchen.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair drop ceiling in dish washing area.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 6, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately four live roaches nesting inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately two dead roaches inside duct tape used on sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing duct tape and roaches from establishment.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair sensor cover on sprinkler pipes in ware washing. Person in charge started removing tape during inspection.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Cited on routine inspection on 1-3-2025: Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate7 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 short ribs from previous night (45-46F - Cooling) 1145. See stop sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and/or from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed short ribs from previous night (45-46F - Cooling) 1145
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on flip-top cooler stained with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station on cook line blocked by sanitizer buckets and speed rack. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Consumer advisory not added to menus during inspection. Person in charge showed consumer advisory stickers they had printed but not added to menus. Sesame crusted tuna not identified as raw on menus. Instructed to add identifier and advisory to menus today.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing station in ware washing area missing paper towels. Asked person in charge to added paper towels. Person in charge added.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed No plans have been submitted for first floor bar addition. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory not added to menus during inspection. Person in charge showed consumer advisory stickers they had printed but not added to menus. Sesame crusted tuna not identified as raw on menus. Instructed to add identifier and advisory to menus today.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles falling down and partially repaired with duct tape in ware washing area. Observed some ceiling tiles missing in ware washing area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding in kitchen missing and cracked through out kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 14 dead roaches stuck to duct tape used to repair drop ceiling in ware washing area of kitchen.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair drop ceiling in dish washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on flip-top cooler. Person in charge removed drink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen soiled with black/green mold like substance and food debris.
Plumbing system improperly installed/repaired/Missing. Operator plumbed potable water to portable hand washing station at bar without plumbing sewage. Waste waster goes into plastic container and dumped in toilet per person in charge. Instructed operator to immediately file plans for bar.
Jan 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Sesame crusted tuna is served undercooked without identifying raw or undercooked and no consumer advisor.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added on first floor near front entrance coming off kitchen. Bar has small counter top ice maker and portable hand washing station with separate removable potable and waste water tanks.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on menus with hidden raw ingredients. Provided paper consumer advisory.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed portable hand washing station located at bar with no hot water. Water at 74F
Nov 1, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Sesame crusted tuna is served undercooked without identifying raw or undercooked and no consumer advisor.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added on first floor near front entrance coming off kitchen. Bar has small counter top ice maker and portable hand washing station with separate removable potable and waste water tanks.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on menus with hidden raw ingredients. Provided paper consumer advisory.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed portable hand washing station located at bar with no hot water. Water at 74F
Oct 31, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 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 priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 26 live roaches on cook line wall by hand washing station, inside boxes of plastic wrap and gloves. Observed approximately 19 live roaches in ware washing area on floor and behind taped up wall signs. Observed approximately 2 live roaches on second floor bar under hand washing station.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed one salmon not removed from its reduced oxygen packaging while being fully thawed and bearing a label to be removed. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed vegetable stock (67F - Cold Holding) short rib (55F - Cold Holding) products out for less 2 hours per person in charge. Person in charge placed in ice and in reach in cooler too cool.
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 milk opened three days prior to inspection per person in charge missing date mark. Person in charge added date mark.
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
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Sesame crusted tuna is served undercooked without identifying raw or undercooked and no consumer advisor.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added on first floor near front entrance coming off kitchen. Bar has small counter top ice maker and portable hand washing station with separate removable potable and waste water tanks.
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. Observed some employees hired over 60 days missing proof of food handler training.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on menus with hidden raw ingredients. Provided paper consumer advisory.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed portable hand washing station located at bar with no hot water. Water at 74F
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. Observed one salmon not removed from its reduced oxygen packaging while being fully thawed and bearing a label to be removed. See stop sale.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 9 dead roaches floating in water under hand washing station on cook line. Observed 1 dead roach in box under hand washing station at second floor bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on multiple reach in coolers in kitchen, wait stations, and bad soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 14 sword fish and 6 snapper completely thawed not removed from their reduced oxygen environment before thawing. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed heavy cream (62F - Cold Holding) left in flip-top cooler above chill line. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of.
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. Observed 14 sword fish and 6 snapper completely thawed not removed from their reduced oxygen environment before thawing. See stop sale.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler torn
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on small reach in freezers soiled with black/green mold like substance.
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