PAUL'S FRESH BAKERY
1800 SAWGRASS MILLS CIR #2500, Sunrise FL 33323 · 954.846.0344
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 19 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 40 flies seen landed inside of garbage located in hallway next to office. Office and hallway located in back of kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025056996 | Jul 15, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $1,200 |
| 2--2025011496 | Feb 14, 2025 | Sep 2, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2023065139 | Nov 1, 2023 | Apr 15, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2024018890 | Mar 16, 2024 | Apr 15, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2015007768 | Jan 30, 2015 | Mar 17, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk (50F - Cold Holding); Butter (52F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items stored in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to a different cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels provided at handwash sink. In Dishwashing area. Replaced during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In dishwashing area. Replaced during inspection.
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water Temperature 78F. Hot water turned off at employee handwashing sink in dishwashing area due to leak.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 1) Water leaking from pipe in employees handwashing sink next to dishwashing machine. 2) Water leaking from pipe under triple sinks. 3) Water leaking from faucets of both triple sinks and employees handwashing sink in dishwashing area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk in cooler milk (48F-52F- cold holding). Not prepared or portioned today. As per operator out of temperature since purchase at approximately 9:00 am or 2 hours at the time of checking temperature.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was placing dough in container as well as prepping other foods without prep hat.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee was prepping coffee beverage went to wash hands for 4 seconds and then continued to handle customer coffees.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 40 flies seen landed inside of garbage located in hallway next to office. Office and hallway located in back of kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk in cooler milk (48F-52F- cold holding). Not prepared or portioned today. As per operator out of temperature since purchase at approximately 9:00 am or 2 hours at the time of checking temperature.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was placing dough in container as well as prepping other foods without prep hat.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water near walk in cooler door.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in small reach in cooler by front line the shelving units inside are rusted.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 3 flying insects in dry storage area on dry storage shelf landing on single service items, approximately 3 small flying insects in front counter area landing on walls and shelf above food preparation counter, approximately 5 small flying insects at cook line landing on walls and equipment above prep counter and approximately 5 small flying insects in bakery area landing on bakery oven and walls above prep counter.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler butter (45-46F - Cold Holding); American cheese (45-46F - Cold Holding); quinoa (45F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature overnight. See Stop Sale. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter area; milk (45F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature for one hour. Operator moved to walk-in freezer to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler butter (45-46F - Cold Holding); American cheese (45-46F - Cold Holding); quinoa (45F - Cold Holding), mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature overnight. See Stop Sale.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed every hand wash sinks without with water at a maximum temperature of 82F.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in small reach in cooler by front line the shelving units inside are rusted.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at cook line the hand washing sink is draining slowly.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee in kitchen touched raw salmon then handled leafy greens, touched raw shell eggs then clean plate, and touched fried egg with glove then touched other dishes without changing gloves or washing hands. Educated operator and employee washed hands.
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. Observed employee at dish washing area touching dirty and then clean dishes without hand washing. Educated operator and employee washed hands.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee in bakery area not washing hands for 8 seconds. Educated operator and employee washed hands properly.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 3 flying insects in dry storage area on dry storage shelf landing on single service items, approximately 3 small flying insects in front counter area landing on walls and shelf above food preparation counter, approximately 5 small flying insects at cook line landing on walls and equipment above prep counter and approximately 5 small flying insects in bakery area landing on bakery oven and walls above prep counter.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler butter (45-46F - Cold Holding); American cheese (45-46F - Cold Holding); quinoa (45F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature overnight. See Stop Sale. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter area; milk (45F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature for one hour. Operator moved to walk-in freezer to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler butter (45-46F - Cold Holding); American cheese (45-46F - Cold Holding); quinoa (45F - Cold Holding), mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); burrata (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was not prepared or portioned today. Food out of temperature overnight. See Stop Sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed all hand wash sinks without paper towels. Educator operator and operator set up paper towels.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed every hand wash sinks without with water at a maximum temperature of 82F.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Observed in employee bathroom a storage shelf with boxes of salad plates. Educated operator and employee removed items.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper installed over prep counter in bakery area. Educated operator and operator stored properly.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in small reach in cooler by front line the shelving units inside are rusted.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at cook line the hand washing sink is draining slowly.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Observed: - approximately 36 Flying insects landing on display case holding pastry - 3 flying insects landing on grease paper holding pastry in display case. - 2 flying insect landing on baskets at front counter - 1 flying insects flying around bread slicer at front counter - 3 landing on single service bags in dry storage - Approximately 10 landing on shelves in dry storage area - 3 flying around dry storage area - 1 landing case of coffee saucer in dry storage - 3 landing on wall in dish area - 2 landing on paper towel dispenser in dish washing area. - 2 flying insects flying around dishwashing area - 1 flying insect landing in bread in display case at front counter.
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk-in cooler, a quinoa date marked 2/7/25.
Live, small flying insects found Observed: - approximately 36 Flying insects landing on display case holding pastry - 3 flying insects landing on grease paper holding pastry in display case. - 2 flying insect landing on baskets at front counter - 1 flying insects flying around bread slicer at front counter - 3 landing on single service bags in dry storage - Approximately 10 landing on shelves in dry storage area - 3 flying around dry storage area - 1 landing case of coffee saucer in dry storage - 3 landing on wall in dish area - 2 landing on paper towel dispenser in dish washing area. - 2 flying insects flying around dishwashing area - 1 flying insect landing in bread in display case at front counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon sandwich stored next to cooked chicken sandwiches in flip top cooler in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk-in cooler, a quinoa date marked 2/7/25. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 tuna thawed in reduced oxygen packaged in low boy cooler in kitchen. See stop sale.
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 tuna thawed in reduced oxygen packaged in low boy cooler in kitchen. See stop sale.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on top of clean pan cover in dish area. Employee removed cell phone.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocado stored next to ready to eat cheese in flip top cooler in kitchen.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining onto floor from dishwasher.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed bread in baskets displayed on glass shelf. Above display case
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee texting on cell phone. Proceeded to engaged in food preparation without washing hands nor glove change.
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 employee handling dessert shells with bare hands. No heat was applied to dessert shells prior to be displayed for sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at front counter/ drink preparation area - approximately 6 small flying Insects landing on clean plates. Additionally observed approximately 11 small flying insects landing on food storage shelves, coffee packages and wine bottles. Additionally observed 5 small flying insects in baker station landing on baking equipment. Additionally observed 4 small flying insects flying around kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); French onion soup (46F - Cold Holding); minestrone soup (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for over 4 hours, items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); French onion soup (46F - Cold Holding); minestrone soup (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for over 4 hours, items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in kitchen additionally observed handwashing sink obstructed in dishwashing room. Operator cleared areas.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing station used for dumping at front next to expresso machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink without paper towels at dishwashing room. Operator provided item.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating bread and drinking red bull at baker station.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed at reach in cooler kitchen. Operator stored correctly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's phone stored on prepping table at baker station.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed speed rack loaded with bread stored in front counter area, bread exposed to dust. Operator stored correctly. Additionally observed cinnamon dispenser and other coffee condiments exposed to splash condiments stored next to handwashing station at front
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed front door propped open with small flying insects present inside.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed cooling drawers at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler at front - Jar of orange juice not covered. Operator placed plastic wrap on jar's opening.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed speed rack loaded with bread stored in front of handwashing station, bread exposed to splash. Operator stored correctly.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not prepared or portioned today - cut lettuce (60F - Cold Holding); butter (70F - Cold Holding). Per employee food held for less than 2 hours. Employee removed and placed in working cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing station by the dishwasher area, not working, completely shut off of hot/cold water
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitation bucket in handwashing sink by the bakery preparing area. Employee removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in rear of establishment. Employee cleaned with sanitizer.
Boxes of frozen fries stored on floor. Inside walk I. Freezer,employee placed on shelf.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on front counter next to single service forks and spoons.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. By the bakery preparation area microwave dirty.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Dishwasher area handwashing sink no running water.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Bucket with only 150ppm. Employee discarded and corrected to 200ppm
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification expired for Danny G on. 2/7/2024
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect landing on crossaint in displace unit at front counter. Approximately 6 landing on display unit at front counter 1 flying over rolls on at display area. 1 landing on grease paper holding bread at display area. 1 landing above hand wash sink. Approximately 5 flying insect flying around dry storage area. Approximately 3 flying insects in bakery area. 1 landing on paper towel at hand wash sink next to ice machine.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw bacon stored above ready to eat prosciutto. Rearranged for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed one small flying insect land on read to eat croissant.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed one small flying insect land on ready to eat croissant.
Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification expired for Danny G on. 2/7/2024
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in the kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: - Approximately 7 flying insects flying around and landing on cases of service items in storage area. - Approximately 12 flying insect landing on wall and shelf in bakery. - Approximately 2 flying insects flying around bakery. - - - One flying insect landing in container holding chocolate chips. Employee discarded. See stop sale.
Food manager certification expired. 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 Danny G. Expired 2/7/2024.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados stored next to ready to eat items in flip top cooler in kitchen area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: - Approximately 7 flying insects flying around and landing on cases of service items in storage area. - Approximately 12 flying insect landing on wall and shelf in bakery. - Approximately 2 flying insects flying around bakery. - - - One flying insect landing in container holding chocolate chips. Employee discarded. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: - One flying insect landing in container holding chocolate chips. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed canelle (47F - Cold Holding); qinona (50F - Cold Holding); salmon (47F - Cold Holding), cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding in walk-in cooler. Items were not prepared or portioned today. Operator unable to determine when items fell out of temperature. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed cooked chicken breast (42-45F - Cold Holding in flip top cooler in kitchen. Items were packed above fill line. PIC removed top layer and placed in cooler to rapid cool. - Observed canelle (47F - Cold Holding); qinona (50F - Cold Holding); salmon (47F - Cold Holding), cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding in walk-in cooler. Items were not prepared or portioned today. Operator unable to determine when items fell out of temperature. See stop sale.
Food manager certification expired. 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 Danny G. Expired 2/7/2024.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water at 130F. Employee discarded water and placed clean water to be heated to 135 or above.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados stored next to ready to eat items in flip top cooler in kitchen area.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary solution 0ppm. Corrected to 200ppm.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout back of house Observed vents soiled with an accumulation of black debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects flying around prep table across from pastry holding area. 4 flying insects landing on wall and cases of non food items in dry storage area. 2 flying insects at back exit door next to office. 1 flying insect flying in from dish washing area one flying insect flying around office area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen-Flip to cooler. Observed prosciutto ham (58F - Cold Holding); chicken (43-48F - Cold Holding) Per operator, items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were placed on cooler the day prior to the inspection. Items were also packed above the fill line. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen-Flip to cooler. Observed prosciutto ham (58F - Cold Holding); chicken (43-48F - Cold Holding) Per operator, items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were placed on cooler the day prior to the inspection. Items were also packed above the fill line. See stop sale.
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. Procedure sent to manager. Manager printed and posted.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Kitchen Observed dead small flying insects on a control device above salad station flip top cooler. Manager removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout back of house Observed vents soiled with an accumulation of black debris.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Next to walk-in cooler. Observed case of soda not stored 6ft from floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen- next to stove Observed in use utensils stored in standing water at 91F. Manager discarded.
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