TOG KONA MACADAMIA LLC
150 UNIVERSITY TOWN CENTER DR, STE 150, Sarasota FL 34243
Last inspected Dec 11, 2024 · 5 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
JAN 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed garlic butter, soy butter, regular butter not time marked. Items were discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022032852 | May 23, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | $400 |
| 7--2019002989 | Dec 21, 2018 | Feb 21, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 rim dented cans of pineapple, 25 pounds. Operator discarded.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at dish area hand washing sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed PIC unable to provide any Illness Reporting forms completed.
Jul 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed temperature sanitizer on dish machine not operating, dial not registering, booster heater not functioning. Operator has moved sanitizing to triple sink until repair is made.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks, handling equipment, IPad, drawer handles and then preparing ready to eat food without changing gloves or washing hands. Operator coached practice.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed garlic butter, soy butter, regular butter not time marked. Items were discarded.
Establishment using food additives or adding components such as vinegar as a method of food preservation or to make the food not time/temperature control for safety without an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed sushi rice (added vinegar) being prepared and held without a HACCP plan.
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 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. Observed PIC unable to provide any Illness Reporting forms completed.
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 seafood thawed in commercial ROP packaging labeled to remain frozen until time of use not removed from packaging.
Stored food not covered. Observed oil and nuts in prep area not covered.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in fountain syrup room.
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 salmon labeled to "remove from packaging while thawing" on the cooks line thawed and still in packaging unopened.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks stored on the cooks line next to food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a phone, glasses and backpack stored on cooks line next to food at pantry station and sauté area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hoods over the grill area heavily soiled with grease on the walls and ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on equipment on cooks line not stored and sanitized.
Stored food not covered. Observed croutons, bacon, bread crumbs, chips, nuts all ready to eat at pantry station uncovered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 rolling white containers in prep kitchen not labeled.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back prep table.
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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all. Operator will complete.
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 salmon thawed in package with warning label to remove once thawed and cut open. Operator coached staff on proper thawing procedures.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle on cook line. Operator coached on proper sanitizing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 white rolling containers in prep kitchen 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.