PERKINS FAMILY RESTAURANT
5921 FRUITVILLE RD, Sarasota FL 34232
Last inspected Dec 6, 2023 · 3 visits since September 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
SEP 23
DEC 23
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed: Walk in cooler: Butter (65F - Cold Holding); Chipotle mix (63F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been in there overnight. Operator disposed of food willingly.
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Inspection history
3 visits, newest first
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the men's restroom hand wash sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed food debris build up on the top of the dishwasher.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup used as a scoop in a container of sugar. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tile vents with black build up in the establishment.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple grooved cutting boards on the cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink on the cook line prep table. Operator removed drink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the cook line reach in freezer and the walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths left on the cook line counters. Operator placed cloths in sanitizer buckets.
Sep 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop in multiple spices along with the flour and cinnamon in the back prep are and front prep area. Operator removed bowls.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple leaking ceiling tiles in the lobby area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vents in the dishwashing area and cook line with black buildup.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not functioning. Operator has already moved out most potentially hazardous foods into the walk in freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 grooved cutting boards on the cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in freezer in the prep area not operating. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in the dry storage area: 1 can of marinara sauce, 1 can of apple pie filling, 1 can of strawberry pie filling, 4 cans of potatoes. Operator willingly disposed of cans.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed: Walk in cooler: Butter (65F - Cold Holding); Chipotle mix (63F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been in there overnight. Operator disposed of food willingly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: Cook line make table: Sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Sausage (47F - Cold Holding); Ham (52F - Cold Holding) Operator stated food had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed ice on food Observed: Reach in cooler: Cream pie (50F - Cold Holding); Milk (50F - Cold Holding) Operator stated the food had been placed there approximately 2hrs before. Operator place food in the walk in freezer. Observed: Walk in cooler: Butter (65F - Cold Holding); Chipotle mix (63F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been in there overnight. Operator disposed of food willingly.
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 multiple pies in the front counter cooler not date marked. Operator date marked pies. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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. Observed 2 employees hired over 60 days without certificates: Mercer.M, Lynch.A As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed food debris on the top of the dishwashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop in multiple spices along with the flour and cinnamon in the back prep are and front prep area. Operator removed bowls.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple leaking ceiling tiles in the lobby area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vents in the dishwashing area and cook line with black buildup.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not functioning. Operator has already moved out most potentially hazardous foods into the walk in freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 grooved cutting boards on the cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in freezer in the prep area not operating. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer on the cook line.
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