MAIKELS KITCHEN
3864 WATERS AVE, Tampa FL 33614 · 813-831-1600
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in food storage area landing a shopping cart. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $920
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026020237 | Jan 6, 2026 | Apr 9, 2026 | $320 |
| 3--2023015784 | Jan 12, 2023 | Apr 18, 2023 | $200 |
| 3--2023016669 | Mar 22, 2023 | Apr 18, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 flying insects in dining area and main preparation area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed unwashed produce on shelves on top of cooked and ready to eat rice and pork in walk in coolers.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter missing back flow preventer at mop sink and at hose outside in dumpster area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two cutting boards soiled in main preparation area.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sinks in buffet area, where two hand wash sinks are showing in approved plans.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing dishes in front area next to drive through window hand sink. Observed hand wash sink being used as a prep sink in front of walk in coolers. Educated operator. Observed hand wash sink in prep area next to oven soiled with grease build up.
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/. Cold holding unit to the left of cashier station in buffet area unapproved.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 20 units on license and 40 seats were in dining room.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed gallons of juice sold at establishment with no product labeling.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing hole in dumpster from drain plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed oven handles, dry storage racks and containers next to hot boxes soiled, hand wash soap dispenser at hand wash sinks in kitchen area soiled, hood vents in kitchen area soiled with grease. Observed racks in walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. Observed soiled paper lining dry storage shelves in front of hand wash sink and next to hot boxes in main preparation area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed condenser soiled with mold like substance blowing into more build up into light fixture.
Walk-in cooler and freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted dish racks in dish area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen area behind storage racks.
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Establishment covers trash cans with tin foil to prevent splashing and insects. Employee on main cook line placed tin foil back onto trash can, and went back to cooking without washing hands/changing gloves.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 flying insects in dining area and main preparation area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed unwashed produce on shelves on top of cooked and ready to eat rice and pork in walk in coolers.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed sugar container cross contaminated with ants in/on and surrounding.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic and oil dressing at room temperature next to press station in servers station. Educated operator on time as a public health control.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken temped at 156f and 98f 11:25; operator put clear wrap on top as well as other chicken and retemped at 155f. Fried fish 125f and salmon 98f hot holding, operator reheated to get to 165f- retemped after reheated 188f and 206f. Observed chicken and beef empanadas at 117f, operator voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning chemicals next to squash in dry storage unit outside. Operator moved.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter missing back flow preventer at mop sink and at hose outside in dumpster area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two cutting boards soiled in main preparation area.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sinks in buffet area, where two hand wash sinks are showing in approved plans.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing dishes in front area next to drive through window hand sink. Observed hand wash sink being used as a prep sink in front of walk in coolers. Educated operator. Observed hand wash sink in prep area next to oven soiled with grease build up.
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/. Cold holding unit to the left of cashier station in buffet area unapproved.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand wash sink next to dish area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed juices made on site in cooler in servers station without labeling or date marking.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purses and umbrella on top of beverages in dry storage area. Operator moved.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 20 units on license and 40 seats were in dining room.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dry storage unit outside in the left corner parallel to doorway.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed open hole in dry storage area in unit outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to drive through window and in walk-in freezer on floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils sitting in 90f water. Operator refilled with hot water.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed gallons of juice sold at establishment with no product labeling.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing hole in dumpster from drain plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed oven handles, dry storage racks and containers next to hot boxes soiled, hand wash soap dispenser at hand wash sinks in kitchen area soiled, hood vents in kitchen area soiled with grease. Observed racks in walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. Observed soiled paper lining dry storage shelves in front of hand wash sink and next to hot boxes in main preparation area.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed beef in walk in cooler with no cover and pork in the freezer uncovered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Plantains thawing out in cardboard box near frying station. Educated operator on ways to thaw. Operator fried immediately.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed condenser soiled with mold like substance blowing into more build up into light fixture.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed pieces of wood, pants, a hat, pipes, and other miscellaneous items around the dumpster.
Walk-in cooler and freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted dish racks in dish area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen area behind storage racks.
Mar 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled.
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/. Hot warmers added in a straight line from right to left. Located at buffet line in dining room, hot buffet creates an "L" shape. Cold buffet/Reach in cooler added at top left end of buffet line, next to windows. Soda machine added adjacent to cold buffet Reach in cooler. 2 Reach in coolers added, placed on each side of main establishment entrance. Bread warmer added adjacent to cashier station. Hot warmer for empanadas added on top of cashier station. Reach in cooler for desserts added to the right of cashier station. 3-door Reach in cooler for drinks and juices added behind cashier station. Mini Reach in freezer and Reach in cooler added next to ice machine at drive-thru station. three compartment sink replaced with a prep sink adjacent to Walk in freezer. Flat top griddle removed, two 2-top burner added between ovens and fryers on both side of kitchen. Work top Reach in cooler removed from inside kitchen and replaced with 2 hot warmers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Jan 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 56F at 9:29am left out on counter at 9:20am cooled to 41F at 10:15am.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled.
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/. Hot warmers added in a straight line from right to left. Located at buffet line in dining room, hot buffet creates an "L" shape. Cold buffet/Reach in cooler added at top left end of buffet line, next to windows. Soda machine added adjacent to cold buffet Reach in cooler. 2 Reach in coolers added, placed on each side of main establishment entrance. Bread warmer added adjacent to cashier station. Hot warmer for empanadas added on top of cashier station. Reach in cooler for desserts added to the right of cashier station. 3-door Reach in cooler for drinks and juices added behind cashier station. Mini Reach in freezer and Reach in cooler added next to ice machine at drive-thru station. three compartment sink replaced with a prep sink adjacent to Walk in freezer. Flat top griddle removed, two 2-top burner added between ovens and fryers on both side of kitchen. Work top Reach in cooler removed from inside kitchen and replaced with 2 hot warmers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 personal drinks stored on prep table next to drive-thru station. 1 open water bottle stored on kitchen prep table adjacent to Walk in cooler. Employee relocated all drinks to an approved location during time of inspection.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light zapper hanging on wall over steam well adjacent to drive-thru service station.
Sep 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple Cutting board soiled in back kitchen area and on sandwich make line Reach in cooler.
Sep 9, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sapote fruit pulp stored in direct contact with shopping bag, located inside Walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed culantro and garlic in Walk in cooler. Employee relocated all shell eggs during time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler: 12 media noche sandwiches 46F at 12:05pm, 62 Cuban sandwiches 46F at 12:05pm Reach in cooler: 16 Cuban sandwiches 51F at 11:59am, 12 media noche sandwiches 59F at 11:59am. All sandwiches prepared at 6am. Sliced Swiss cheese 49F at 11:59am, sliced tomato 49F at 11:59am
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in front service line sandwich Reach in cooler from 7am: sliced Swiss cheese 49F at 11:59am, sliced tomato 49F at 11:59am, media noche sandwich 51F at 11:59am, Cuban sandwich's 59F at 11:59am.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple Cutting board soiled in back kitchen area and on sandwich make line Reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thawing raw shrimp stored inside kitchen Employee handwash sink. Employee relocated shrimp to approved location during time of inspection.
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/ 11 employees working, no CFM present.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing training for Yaidelyn.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on kitchen prep table adjacent to prep sink and Walk in cooler. Employee relocated drink during time of inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp thawing inside a plastic bucket of water in back kitchen area. Employee thawed raw shrimp under cold running water during time of inspection.
May 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk 66F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced ham 59F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced Swiss cheese 59F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced tomato 55F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, whole shell eggs 58F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, Cuban sandwiches 58F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am. Employee relocated all items into freezer for quick chill during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled in back kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled water stored over spice dry storage rack. Employee relocated water bottle during time of inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal foods stored on shelf in Walk in cooler not identified.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Ceiling and walls heavily soiled on front line cook.
Apr 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in food storage area landing a shopping cart. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area during time of inspection.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operating with an expired license.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 14 filets of raw red snapper thawed improperly in reduced oxygen packaging. 3 filets of raw salmon thawed improperly in reduced oxygen packaging.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sliced tomato 55F at 9:51am retempt to 59F at 11:07am. Items placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk 66F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced ham 59F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced Swiss cheese 59F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, sliced tomato 55F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, whole shell eggs 58F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am, Cuban sandwiches 58F at 9:51am placed in drive-thru Reach in cooler at 7am. Employee relocated all items into freezer for quick chill during time of inspection.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer over 200+ppm. Employee adjusted to 50ppm during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled in back kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket inside Employee handwash sink adjacent to three compartment sink. Employee removed bucket during time of inspection.
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/ 9 employees working, no CFM present. Manager arrived during time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located adjacent to Walk in freezer.
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. 14 filets of raw red snapper thawed improperly in reduced oxygen packaging. 3 filets of raw salmon thawed improperly in reduced oxygen packaging.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled water stored over spice dry storage rack. Employee relocated water bottle during time of inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal foods stored on shelf in Walk in cooler not identified.
Food stored on floor. Case of oil stored on floor in dry storage area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Ceiling and walls heavily soiled on front line cook.
Sep 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Cutting boards located at drive-through Reach in cooler and inside kitchen area. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwashing sign in women's restroom. Handwashing signs provided to operator via email.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back kitchen ceiling and walls are yellow and heavily soiled.
Sep 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. 2 Single use containers of dishwashing liquid used to store cut pumpkin.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in back kitchen. Landed on boxes of raw chicken and Walk in cooler doors. 1 fly in service line landed on counter by juicing machine. 1 fly in service line landed on counter of Reach in cooler. 1 live fly at buffet counter, landed on service spoon handle and shrimp with peppers.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used for cilantro, bread, and sliced bell peppers in Walk in cooler. Operator removed all produce in shopping bags and placed into hotel pans during time of inspection.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. 2 Single use containers of dishwashing liquid used to store cut pumpkin.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over Ready to eat ham and cheese in Walk in cooler. Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs stored over raw fish in Walk in cooler. Operator rearranged all products to an approved location during time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cuban sandwich 50F, sliced tomato 50F, cut lettuce 50F, sliced ham 50F. Operator placed products into Walk in cooler during time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pulled pork 93F, chicken empanada 111F, ham croquette 128F, beef empanada, chicken croquette 127F, ham and cheese empanada 117F, cheese croquette 116F, chicken and peppers 127F, plantains 107F. Employees returned products to oven for reheating during time of inspection. Roast pork butt 117F. Employee returned product to oven for reheating during time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped personal drink into Employee handwash sink. Discussed with operator that hand washing sinks are for hand washing only.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted consumer advisory during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located at drive-through service station.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinking from an open container in kitchen next to prep table. Personal drinks on hood above fryer. Personal drink on prep table at drive-through counter. Employee removed all drinks from prep tables during time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting boards located at drive-through Reach in cooler and inside kitchen area. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Food stored on floor. 5 boxes of raw chicken stored on kitchen floor by back exit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwashing sign in women's restroom. Handwashing signs provided to operator via email.
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back kitchen exit door open during time of inspection allowing flies to enter kitchen area. Operator closed door during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw pork thawed improperly in a bucket of water in dish pit area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce stored over Ready to eat carrots in Walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back kitchen ceiling and walls are yellow and heavily soiled.
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottled water stored in ice inside the ice bin. The beverage was removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 2 white containers stored open the hand washing sink in the kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Shelves inside the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of food inside the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding walk in cooler Cuban sandwich 45 f tapioca 44 f milk 44 f raw beef 44 f talked to employee to place ice on items in walk in cooler. Reach in service cooler on buffet line by soda coolers Cold holding: rice pudding 47 f macaroni salad 49 f employee began placing ice on items
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.Janice Garcia
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.for chlorine
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/ 9 employees
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. Missing for multiple employees only observed one employee training
Sep 5, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched back door and came to start working and only put gloves on.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing container in prep sink with soap only.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding walk in cooler Cuban sandwich 45 f tapioca 44 f milk 44 f raw beef 44 f talked to employee to place ice on items in walk in cooler. Reach in service cooler on buffet line by soda coolers Cold holding: rice pudding 47 f macaroni salad 49 f employee began placing ice on items
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: ham 130 f employees moved to oven to reheat
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Both hand washing sinks in the kitchen are blocked with buckets.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.Janice Garcia
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.for chlorine
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/ 9 employees
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Throughout the kitchen's hand washing sinks
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided for management to sign
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink by hand washing sink by three compartment sink
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. Missing for multiple employees only observed one employee training
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drinking from thermos no lid or straw
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish room area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish and raw beef in bucket with standing water employees drained water and moved to walk in cooler
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