MAXS TABLE
115 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, Osprey FL 34229 · 941-809-8003
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked orzo (54F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (52F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at cold foods station. An employee emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on cook line soiled.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed very low water pressure in women's restroom.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The wiping cloth was removed from under cutting board.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drink in reach-in cooler in prep station. The operator removed drink from inside the reach-in cooler.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the wiping cloth quaternary solution exceeding 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed butter and raw shell eggs held on time as public health control with no written plan. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed plastic food containers dried with a cloth.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked sausage and cooked bacon the in the reach in cooler nearest the dish area on the cook line. The operator properly store the raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked orzo (54F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (52F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at cold foods station. An employee emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed an employee carry a chemical spray bottle with wrapped straws in an apron pocket. The employee removed the chemical spray bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on the cook line.
Metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting after being washed in the dish machine.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic container lids stored on the floor in the outside storage shed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp and raw mahi stored over tzatziki sauce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw ground beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked corned beef hash (46F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler in the center of the cook line. The operator stated the cold holding unit was below 40F approximately 3.5 hours prior to inspection. The operator removed the potentially hazardous foods to another cooler. Observed cooked orzo (47F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the salad station. The operator emptied half of the contents and store in the lower half of the reach in cooler. Observed sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the dish area. The operator stated the cheese had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator stored the cheese in the lower portion of the reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary wiping cloth solution at the handwashing sink near the cook line at 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored near clean storage containers in the dish area. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for corned beef hash not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle.
Plastic food storage containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting. The operator rewashed and properly stored the containers.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the salad station.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed a mixer with paint peeling from the surface.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed the soap for the hand sink near the ice machine had hardened and was unable to dispense. The operator replaced the soap.
Insect control device installed over cases of potatoes near the rear exit. The operator properly stored the potatoes.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink near the ice machine.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle French toast mix with raw egg with gloves then remove gloves and handle clean pan with no hand wash. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed french toast mix with raw egg stored over ready to eat deli meat in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the french toast mix.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinse a bottle of syrup in the handwashing sink by the reach in cooler. Educated the employee the sink is for handwashing only.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an employee carton of iced coffee stored in the salad station reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored on a rack above cream containers at the expo line. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed an in-use knife stored in sanitizer near the handwashing sink near the reach in cooler. The operator removed the knife for cleaning.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the women's restroom.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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