POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN OPERATED BY TICE
600 34 ST N, Saint Petersburg FL 33713 · 727-440-5400
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 16 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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 near mop sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023046113 | Jul 6, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 | — |
| 3--2022050327 | Oct 7, 2022 | May 11, 2023 | $1,200 |
| 3--2022050795 | Sep 15, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $800 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on clean equipment stored across from three compartment sink
Equipment in poor repair. Cooling unit inside walk-in freezer in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Counter tops at drink dispenser in dining room heavily soiled with black debris.
Jul 8, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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(6) Live, small flying insects found: (3) flies observed at dry storage near single service items. (2) flies in the dining room (1) fly at mop sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in public restroom. Employees also use the restroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at fryer station not dispensing hot water. Other sinks in establishment provide hot water.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on clean equipment stored across from three compartment sink
Equipment in poor repair. Cooling unit inside walk-in freezer in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Counter tops at drink dispenser in dining room heavily soiled with black debris.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Faucet at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink not properly connected and removable
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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(6) Live, small flying insects found: (3) flies observed at dry storage near single service items. (2) flies in the dining room (1) fly at mop sink
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked rice at 62F and coleslaw at 63F. Both items were marked and dated prepared 7/7/2026 at 12:28 AM. Manager advised date marking is correct as employees were instructed the evening prior to prepare the items for today's business day. Items did not cool properly and were beyond cooling parameters.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employees observed dawning new gloves prior to handwashing when going between tasks. Discussed with manager on duty proper handwashing techniques
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter: shredded lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding) In rear prep area: raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) Rechecked temperatures: At front counter: shredded lettuce (42F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (43F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At North prep area: cooked gravy (119F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (120F - Hot Holding) Manager placed items into the microwave to reheat both items. Rechecked temperatures at 167F and 190F respectively.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked rice at 62F and coleslaw at 63F. Both items were marked and dated prepared 7/7/2026 at 12:28 AM. Manager advised date marking is correct as employees were instructed the evening prior to prepare the items for today's business day. Items did not cool properly and were beyond cooling parameters.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store sanitizer buckets. Items were removed.
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/ No proof of certified food manager present with 4 or more employees engaged in food prep at the time of inspection. A manager arrived during inspection. Inspector discussed requirements for the presence of a certified food manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by three compartment sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in public restroom. Employees also use the restroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at fryer station not dispensing hot water. Other sinks in establishment provide hot water.
(4) Dead roaches on premises: (2) dead roaches in the dining room near the drink dispenser. One of which was found dead inside the overflow drain of the drink dispenser. (2) dead roaches observed in dry storage near the chemicals rack.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Paper cup used to scoop cooked rice in reach-in cooler at prep area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle observed on prep table next to steam wells.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on clean equipment stored across from three compartment sink
Equipment in poor repair. Cooling unit inside walk-in freezer in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under drink dispenser in dining room.
Food stored on floor. Coke syrup stored on floor in front of ice machine
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Counter tops at drink dispenser in dining room heavily soiled with black debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Faucet at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink not properly connected and removable
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach-in coolers soiled
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken observed thawing in standing water in rear prep area by three compartment sink. Manager removed from water and returned to refrigeration.
Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to steam well
Oct 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee return to line to handle food and put on gloves. Stopped employee and discussed handwashing. Employee returned to sink, washed hands, and then gloved for work.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal pan stored inside hand wash sink at frying station
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment has had a malfunction with their EcoLab dispenser. Advised manager to obtain a secondary method until repaired. Manager sent employee away to purchase bleach. Manager set up three compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer. Tested at 50 ppm.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Equipment door handle soiled to walk-in cooler
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2-1-25
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Discussed with manager utilizing hair nets or hats for employees
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Equipment not being properly air dried before storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in dry storage room.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of debris underneath the cookline
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled in side prep area next to ice machine not operating
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided poster to manager via email
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels observed on food containers in dish pit.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloths around establishment utilize QAC sanitizer. EcoLab dispenser is broken and establishment does not have chemical solution. Each sani bucket tested at 0ppm
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Missing fire extinguisher next to hand wash sink. Manager relocated to its designated.
May 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door with gap observed on the lower left corner.
May 28, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies observed inside near the back door 1 live fly in dry storage room 1 live fly at front office. Last pest control was done 4/29
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal Cambro with water and sponge stored in hand sink. Employee removed from hand sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door with gap observed on the lower left corner.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled at three compartment sink, prep area by ice machine. Inside both walk coolers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles broken in front of three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Chicken breading stored on floor in dry storage area. Frozen chicken breasts stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooking equipment exteriors soiled with old grease.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Standing water observed from overflowing hot water burner. Standing water observed at three compartment sink area on floor.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. 2 flies near mop sink
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler in prep area a. sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Operator placed in freezer.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. No date of birth, and date of completion of training.
Ceiling tiles soiled with dust near ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gasket on reach-in cooler door in prep area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles of walk in cooler and walk in freezer soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on ice machine not inverted for protection. Employee stored correctly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In ware washing area and food prep area.
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door ovens on prep side of kitchen have built up food debris.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in rear storage area in recharge zone.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher used to prop open walk in cooler door.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near fyers
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler handle soiled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker and cell phone on prep table near ovens
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under steamers. Under hand wash sink near dish pit
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Most of the dishes in the dish pit on the clean dish racks
Aug 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in dry storage area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Manager un blocked cooks line hand wash sink
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler handle soiled
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach near back door. Manager removed
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked wet in dish area
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near hand sink in dish area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's bathroom
Jul 10, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled phone with gloves on did not remove gloves to wash hands.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling soiled food debris
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leaking from ceiling vents landing on floor and drain board of three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing. On kitchen line.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens and microwaves soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in either men's or women's restrooms.
Open dumpster lid.
Jul 8, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 23 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate21 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flies on line cook not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 4 lives flies around soda machine in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies mop area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 11 live flies back door entrance in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies dry storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled phone with gloves on did not remove gloves to wash hands.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in door soiled with food debris. Oven handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling soiled food debris
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leaking from ceiling vents landing on floor and drain board of three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing. On kitchen line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook not wearing a bead guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line with no hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back kitchen area standing water
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line floor soiled food debris.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall by rear storage area is separating at corners.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens and microwaves soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in either men's or women's restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in shelves soiled with food debris. Stand up cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees water bottles in walk-in next to food.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Back kitchen has standing water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar in rear storage area not labeled.
Jul 7, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 25 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate22 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flies on line cook not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 4 lives flies around soda machine in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies mop area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 11 live flies back door entrance in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies dry storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 28 dead flies on wall of mop area. 15 dead flies in dining room window areas. 4 dead flies in drive through window area.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled phone with gloves on did not remove gloves to wash hands.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in door soiled with food debris. Oven handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling soiled food debris
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leaking from ceiling vents landing on floor and drain board of three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in dining area by bathroom. 2 dead roaches in drive though area. 1 dead roaches in kitchen on line. 2 dead roaches in dry storage. 2 dead roaches in dining room by entrance door. 1 dead roach in Manager office area.
Drain cover(s) missing. On kitchen line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook not wearing a bead guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line with no hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back kitchen area standing water
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line floor soiled food debris.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall by rear storage area is separating at corners.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens and microwaves soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in either men's or women's restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in shelves soiled with food debris. Stand up cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees water bottles in walk-in next to food.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Back kitchen has standing water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar in rear storage area not labeled.
Jul 6, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 26 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate22 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flies on line cook not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 4 lives flies around soda machine in dining area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies mop area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 11 live flies back door entrance in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies dry storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 28 dead flies on wall of mop area. 15 dead flies in dining room window areas. 4 dead flies in drive through window area.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled phone with gloves on did not remove gloves to wash hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can in front of sink on cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in door soiled with food debris. Oven handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling soiled food debris
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leaking from ceiling vents landing on floor and drain board of three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in dining area by bathroom. 2 dead roaches in drive though area. 1 dead roaches in kitchen on line. 2 dead roaches in dry storage. 2 dead roaches in dining room by entrance door. 1 dead roach in Manager office area.
Drain cover(s) missing. On kitchen line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook not wearing a bead guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line with no hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back kitchen area standing water
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line floor soiled food debris.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall by rear storage area is separating at corners.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens and microwaves soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in either men's or women's restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in shelves soiled with food debris. Stand up cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees water bottles in walk-in next to food.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Back kitchen has standing water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar in rear storage area not labeled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.