PONTE VEDRA OUTDOORS BAR & GRILL
377 S ROSCOE BLVD, Ponte Vedra Beach FL 32082 · 904-834-7183
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 23 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flies in the prep/three compartment sink area. Observed three flies on the main cook line area.
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Inspection history
23 visits, newest first
Jun 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed bar dish machine at 0ppm chlorine.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two live flying insects on cook line. Observed one live flying insect in dry storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above ready to eat island mixers. Person in charge placed eggs on bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 21 reduced oxygen salmon fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 32 reduced oxygen grouper fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 84 reduced oxygen mahi fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 2 reduced oxygen grouper tuna not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and having a box that bears a label to remove from package before thawing.
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 half a gallon of milk previous morning prep per person in charge missing date mark. Person in charge added date mark.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed no clam tags kept. Discussed with person in charge and provided DBPR HR 5022-106 handout.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed sesame ahi tuna starter, salad, and entree not identified as raw or undercooked. Discussed with person in charge.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quat used at triple sink and chlorine used at dishwashers. Person in charge only has sink and surface test strips.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no oyster specific consumer advisory. Provided to person in charge and they posted at front door.
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 21 reduced oxygen salmon fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 32 reduced oxygen grouper fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 84 reduced oxygen mahi fillets not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and bearing label to remove from package before thawing. Observed 2 reduced oxygen grouper tuna not removed from their reduced oxygen environment while being fully thawed and having a box that bears a label to remove from package before thawing.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed floor drain on cook line missing cover.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee lighter, gum, and earbuds stored above sautee reach in cooler. Person in charge removed employee personal items from food area.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of raw oysters on floor in walk-in cooler. Observed two cases of fish on floor in walk-in freezer. Person in charge moved oysters on too shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall above bulk food storage containers. Observed broken wall tiles by triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line and salad cooler gaskets soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed bulk sugar container missing cover. Person in charge covered bulk sugar.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed no light at all in walk-in freezer.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. In use dish machine reading 0ppm, sanitizer empty and they do not have any backup sanitizers, triple sink is set up for manual ware washing.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect around server area in kitchen. Approximately 4 live flying insects in outside bar area landing on nozzles for liquor bottles.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (60F, 47F- Cold Holding); Rockefeller mix (56F - Cold Holding); spring mix (53F, 52F - Cold Holding); sausages (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); artichoke hearts (46F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding) all items in reach in coolers on both cook lines, per operator lids and doors have been consistently open for several hours.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. In use dish machine reading 0ppm, sanitizer empty and they do not have any backup sanitizers, triple sink is set up for manual ware washing.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect around server area in kitchen. Approximately 4 live flying insects in outside bar area landing on nozzles for liquor bottles.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Soiled soda gun in ice bin at outside bar in drink ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (60F, 47F- Cold Holding); Rockefeller mix (56F - Cold Holding); spring mix (53F, 52F - Cold Holding); sausages (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); artichoke hearts (46F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding) all items in reach in coolers on both cook lines, per operator lids and doors have been consistently open for several hours.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner with oil and wine under table on make line.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Missing dates from several tags from August
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sunday for cheesecake in reach in cooler at server area, operator corrected during inspection.
Evidence of feeding stray/wild animals - food/water bowls provided outside. Establishment has plates of water and food outside by doors to establishment for cats per operator, operator discarded plates of food and water.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in server area in kitchen. At outside hand wash station at bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in server area in kitchen.
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. 2 expired.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish areas, at outside bar area, and storage area behind dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled soda gun in ice bin at outside bar in drink ice.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At hand wash station by triple sink. At hand wash station at outside bar area. At hand wash station in server area.
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling damage by Three compartment sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing cove by old walk in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover to floor drain. Kitchen
Food stored on floor. Ice bags on floor in walk in freezer. Moved by manager.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer. By blower.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of stainless steel cleaner and multiple purpose cleaner stored with to go lids and to go utensils on table in server area of kitchen, chemicals moved.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in back food storage area by mop sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin of soda machine in server area in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment on secondary cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside unused reach in cooler under grill on secondary cook line. Exterior of soda machine in server area in kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In secondary cook line, back food storage area with liquor and bag in box soda, and walk in cooler. Also plywood walls in back food storage area and door frame are not sealed.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed heads of lettuce and romaine stored over packages of cheeses and various sauce bottle in walk in cooler, produce moved.
Nov 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 4 live flying insects at end of main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects around triple sink in back ware washing area in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects are dish machine in back ware washing area. Approximately 4 live flying insects around inside bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects around prep area next to main cook line in kitchen.
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Sep 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 4 live flying insects at end of main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects around triple sink in back ware washing area in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects are dish machine in back ware washing area. Approximately 4 live flying insects around inside bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects around prep area next to main cook line in kitchen.
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Sep 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects in women's bathroom. Approximately 16 live around drains in prep area next to main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 2 live flying insects around drain by triple sink. Approximately 6 live flying insects at end of small secondary cook line in kitchen. Approximately 6 live flying insects around trash can at entrance of inside bar. Approximately 3 live flying insects at far end of inside bar under countertop. Approximately 1 live flying insects under dish machine in back of kitchen. Approximately 15 live flying insects underneath equipment at outside bar area.
Aug 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects in women's bathroom. Approximately 16 live around drains in prep area next to main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 2 live flying insects around drain by triple sink. Approximately 6 live flying insects at end of small secondary cook line in kitchen. Approximately 6 live flying insects around trash can at entrance of inside bar. Approximately 3 live flying insects at far end of inside bar under countertop. Approximately 1 live flying insects under dish machine in back of kitchen. Approximately 15 live flying insects underneath equipment at outside bar area.
Aug 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects in women's bathroom. Approximately 16 live around drains in prep area next to main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 2 live flying insects around drain by triple sink. Approximately 6 live flying insects at end of small secondary cook line in kitchen. Approximately 6 live flying insects around trash can at entrance of inside bar. Approximately 3 live flying insects at far end of inside bar under countertop. Approximately 1 live flying insects under dish machine in back of kitchen. Approximately 15 live flying insects underneath equipment at outside bar area.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 15 dead flying insects in sticky tape trap by door in ware washing area, trap removed
Jul 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 4 live flying insects at end of main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects around triple sink in back ware washing area in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects are dish machine in back ware washing area. Approximately 4 live flying insects around inside bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects around prep area next to main cook line in kitchen.
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Jul 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of tomato sauce in back storage area.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 4 live flying insects at end of main cook line in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects around triple sink in back ware washing area in kitchen. Approximately 3 live flying insects are dish machine in back ware washing area. Approximately 4 live flying insects around inside bar area. Approximately 3 live flying insects around prep area next to main cook line in kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6/1/2024
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken, removed form original packaging, over buns in walk in freezer Also raw chicken, removed from original packaging, over raw beef in walk in freezer. Chicken moved.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. rosemary and fresh garlic in oil (55F - Cold Holding); spring mix (55F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on main cook line, per manager both items have been in cooler for over 4 hours without any additional preparation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. rosemary and fresh garlic in oil (55F - Cold Holding); spring mix (55F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on main cook line, per manager both items have been in cooler for over 4 hours without any additional preparation. raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); spring mix (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); lobster Rockefeller mix (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (47F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (45F - Cold Holding) all items in reach in coolers on main cook line in kitchen, per manager lids have consistently open for several hours. coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); ranch (66F - Cold Holding) in top section of reach in cooler at server station, per manager lid has been consistently open for several hours. fresh garlic in oil (66F - Cold Holding) sitting out next to grill on cook line, per employee oil has been sitting out for several hours, oil discarded. Employees began to put lids and ice baths on all items
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. One certificate without and dates of training Also one phototcopy Also one expired
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead flying insects in sticky traps in food preparation and warehouse washing areas in kitchen.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
May 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Mar 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Jan 11, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
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. 7 employees working during inspection are not able to provide proof of training.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
Jan 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cooked shrimp on table in middle of walk in cooler, shrimp moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. heavy cream (55F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on make line, per manager cream had been taken in and out of cooler no more then 1 hour prior. hush puppy mix (56F - Cold Holding) sitting out on table next to fryers on main cook line, per manager mix has been sitting out mess then 1 hour, mix placed back in reach in cooler on cook line. raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in overfilled open containers in top of reach in cooler at end of main cook line, per manager both items have been there no more then 1 hour, ice added and items covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken stock (79F - Hot Holding) on stove top on main cook line, per manager stock was made no more then 1 hour prior, employee turned on heat to stove top to reheat stock.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cheesecake in reach in cooler at server station in front of kitchen, per manager cheesecake was opened 3 days prior.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At all hand wash stations in kitchen, employee corrected during inspection.
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/. Since the last updated plans in April 2020, operator has added a dish machine, added an 2 outside storage areas, moved a hand wash sink, moved a mop sink, and added an additional interior walk in cooler and an outside walk in cooler, also a bag in box soda rack that is hooked up to a soda machine has been added next to the outside bar.
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. 7 employees working during inspection are not able to provide proof of training.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No advisory posted anywhere, inspector provided advisory, manager posted advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles with blue and clear liquid stored under hand wash station in men's bathroom.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Throughout entire establishment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At both outside and inside bar areas.
Food stored outside. Operator has added an outside storage area with one wall consisting of latticework and screens and completely missing a door on the opposite side of the storage area. Operator is storing bag in box soda inside the storage area. Also operator has added a bag in box soda rack, with soda bags, that is hooked up to a soda machine at the outside bar area that is not on current plans.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All soda guns holsters throughout establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of all reach in coolers throughout establishment. Soda gun at bar inside establishment.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in cooler on main cook line. In reach in cooler at server area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout entire establishment and outside beer walk in cooler.
Sep 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. At time of inspection no proof of food handler training available for staff. One valid certification presented during inspection but only available on cell phone.
Jul 12, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flies in the prep/three compartment sink area. Observed three flies on the main cook line area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the middle reach in cooler under the grill; crab cakes (49F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); lamb burger (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding) all items stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Operator removed and discarded the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the middle reach in cooler under the grill; crab cakes (49F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); lamb burger (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding) all items stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Operator removed and discarded the products.
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. At time of inspection no proof of food handler training available for staff. One valid certification presented during inspection but only available on cell phone.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor behind the interior bar has a hole in the floor at the entrance to the bar area, covered with a rug and cardboard.
Jul 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 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 two flies in the prep/three compartment sink area. Observed three flies on the main cook line area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the middle reach in cooler under the grill; crab cakes (49F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); lamb burger (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding) all items stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Operator removed and discarded the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the middle reach in cooler under the grill; crab cakes (49F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding); lamb burger (47F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding) all items stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Operator removed and discarded the products.
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. No bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures available. Inspector provided written procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards with food staining residue in grooves. Slicer on the side cook line has old food debris around the blade. Soda gun behind the interior bar closest to the front door has build up of syrup residue on the nozzle. Can opener on the prep line has old food debris on the blade. Operator removed the can opener to the dish area to be washed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At time of inspection no chemical test kit available. Per operator tried to order test kits but provider doesn't have any available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink closest to the sliding door walk in cooler. Employee provided paper towels.
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. At time of inspection no proof of food handler training available for staff. One valid certification presented during inspection but only available on cell phone.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Exterior bulk ice machine has mold like substance behind the silver lever at the top of the bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used as a scoop at the outside bar ice bin. Operator removed the plastic cup.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on cutting board on the main cook line. Operator removed the employee beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket stored hanging on dry storage shelf over squeeze bottles of ketchup. Employee relocated the employee jacket.
Equipment in poor repair. Cold line sliding drawer reach in cooler closest to the walk in cooler has broken cooler drawers, unable to slide on the tracks without falling out.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Walk in cooler opposite the three compartment sink, floors are rusted and lifting and no longer easily cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor behind the interior bar has a hole in the floor at the entrance to the bar area, covered with a rug and cardboard.
Food stored on floor. Package of bread stored in the floor in the walk in freezer. Container of fryer oil stored on the floor of dry storage closest to the walk in cooler.
No cleaning access to grease trap. Per operator no access to grease trap for cleaning, large storage container parked on top of the grease trap access at back of establishment. Code enforcement contacted at conclusion of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler opposite the three compartment sink have build up of mold like substance on the door gaskets.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cup lids and drink cups stored on the floor of the exterior covered storage area and in the exterior storage container.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in the base of the reach in cooler at the front expo counter.
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