THE TAVARES DOG HOUSE LLC
201 WEST RUBY ST, Tavares FL 32778
Last inspected Nov 25, 2024 · 3 visits since October 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.
OCT 23
MAR 24
NOV 24
— STEADY
3 inspections within 3 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
3 visits, newest first
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting boards on cooks line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorine test strips
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/
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - hand sink next to ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - employee bag stored with food items in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under fryers
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave across expo.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice machine.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. - unwrapped plastic ware stored handle side down in service area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - behind cooking equipment in kitchen
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - cleaning wipes stored over condiments in server area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Interior of fryers and baskets - white cutting boards on cooks line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand sink in kitchen area blocked with trash can.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. - 1 new hire
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - tank in hallway
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - red cutting board stored on back shelf in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all cooking equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave oven on prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. a¿¿exterior of fryer, pizza oven, flat top grill. - hood fliters
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - hand sink in kitchen area.
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle of cleaner hanging on shelf above coffee machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Flat top grill - White cutting boards on cooks line. - interior of fryers and Baskets - pizza peel stored directly on pizza oven
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand sink next to prep table blocked with a trash can.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 2 new hires.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -cup stored in bulk flour.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Tanks located at front bar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cooks line.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - exterior of fryers. - exterior of ice machine
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.