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TOREROS MEXICAN GRILL

7757 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth FL 33467 · 919-815-1114

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats174
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6022126
Grade history
MAR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach running in expo and beverage prep area of kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $3,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026019982Jan 26, 2026Apr 8, 2026$1,200
2--2025057531Jul 16, 2025Aug 20, 2025$1,400
2--2025000140Oct 23, 2024Jan 28, 2025$200
2--2019054595Oct 21, 2019Feb 20, 2020$200

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler drawers at flat top grill: cooked chicken in tortilla (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, items stored in unit over 4 hours. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 6 hours; stored over stacked. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At prep area sitting in ice: green salsa (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 5 hours; Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At walk in cooler: cooked chicken (82F at 5:00pm; 82F at 5:30pm- Cooling) since 30 mins; raw chorizo (49F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); horchata with milk (45F - Cold Holding); house made queso (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); deep fried cheese and chili (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa enchiladas (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler: raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator, thawed and prepped 5 hours prior. Products did not cool back down to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2026 · At walk in cooler: bread with cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding) As per employee stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler drawers at flat top grill: cooked chicken in tortilla (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, items stored in unit over 4 hours. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 6 hours; stored over stacked. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At prep area sitting in ice: green salsa (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 5 hours; Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At walk in cooler: cooked chicken (82F at 5:00pm; 82F at 5:30pm- Cooling) since 30 mins; raw chorizo (49F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); horchata with milk (45F - Cold Holding); house made queso (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); deep fried cheese and chili (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa enchiladas (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2026 · At walk in cooler: bread with cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding) As per employee stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2026 · Time Extended
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Various unwashed produce such as tomatoes stored above cheese.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2026 · At walk in cooler: Various unwashed produce such as tomatoes stored above prepped bread with cheese. Time Extended
Jul 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handle dirty dishes with gloves then used water to rinse gloves then handle clean dishes; no glove change no hand wash. Advised manager that dishwasher should was hands and clean and sanitize dishes.
High priority/12A-13-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies flying around in kitchen landing on clean containers used for tortillas.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At double door reach in cooler: raw shrimp in open pan stored over ice cream. Raw plastic wrapped shrimp stored over various juices. Advised manager to fix.
High priority/08A-02-6/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach running in expo and beverage prep area of kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler drawers at flat top grill: cooked chicken in tortilla (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, items stored in unit over 4 hours. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 6 hours; stored over stacked. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At prep area sitting in ice: green salsa (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 5 hours; Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At walk in cooler: cooked chicken (82F at 5:00pm; 82F at 5:30pm- Cooling) since 30 mins; raw chorizo (49F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); horchata with milk (45F - Cold Holding); house made queso (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); deep fried cheese and chili (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa enchiladas (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler: raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator, thawed and prepped 5 hours prior. Products did not cool back down to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler drawers at flat top grill: cooked chicken in tortilla (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, items stored in unit over 4 hours. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 6 hours; stored over stacked. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At prep area sitting in ice: green salsa (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 5 hours; Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At walk in cooler: cooked chicken (82F at 5:00pm; 82F at 5:30pm- Cooling) since 30 mins; raw chorizo (49F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); horchata with milk (45F - Cold Holding); house made queso (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); deep fried cheese and chili (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa enchiladas (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler: raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator, thawed and prepped 5 hours prior. Products did not cool back down to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-07-5/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk, as per operator opened over 24 hours; no date mark. Advised manager to date marked.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At walk in cooler: cooked chicken (82F at 5:00pm; 82F at 5:30pm- Cooling) As per operator, cooling since 30 mins. At current rate of cooling, product will not cool from 135F to 70F in a total of 2 hours. Advised operator to quick chill.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under condiment shelf in beverage prep area of kitchen. 2 dead roaches under dry storage shelf next to double door reach in freezer.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Various unwashed produce such as tomatoes stored above cheese.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Jul 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority0 Intermediate2 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Chlorine solution empty. Employee changed bucket and primed machine, retesting at 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) being used to wash food baskets and salsa cups. Operator changed solution and primed machine. Items rewashed and sanitized in 100ppm Chlorine.
High priority/22-45-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Non commercially packaged raw shrimp stored above open container of ice cream in reach in freezer. Employee reorganized.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon and raw beef stored over opened bags of ready to eat shredded cheese in cook line reach in cooler. Employee reorganized.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Tamales date marked 7/18 in walk in cooler. Employee discarded. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-24-5
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook handle raw beef and then immediately handle clean plate for outgoing order without first removing gloves and washing hands. Reviewed glove change and handwashing requirements with operator. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beans (121F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (118F - Hot Holding) held in hot holding cabinet. Per operator, items have been held for approximately 30 minutes in unit. Cook began reheating items to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored on shelf above rolled ready to use silverware. Operator removed.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) at cook line handwashing sink. Operator diluted solution, retesting at 100ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on top exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp thawing in standing water in prep sink. Employee placed items in walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook wiped hands on soiled towel hanging from her apron then handled clean pot to reheat food. Employee washed hands and removed towel and educated on proper storage of towels.
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Flip top cooler Raw beef stored above a container with sauce Walk in cooler Raw shrimp stored above a container with cooked beef. Operator stored properly all products
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Inside steam table, Homemade queso sauce 137F reheating. Per operator product was removed from cooler right in to steam table for reheating 2 hours ago. Operator moved sauce to be reheated to 165F++
High priority/03E-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting on top of table on kitchen area cooked peppers and onions 112F hot holding, Inside steam table tomatoes sauce 120F hot holding, Per operator both products stored for approximately 1 hour. Operator moved items to be reheated to 165F+
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. Emailed to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Deep covered containers stored inside walk in cooler Cut tomatoes at 11:44am (47F cooling) Since 10 min. At 12:10pm ( 48F cooling) At this current cooling rate product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator removed cover
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4
Jul 16, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen from customer dining room and without washing hands employee began to toast tortillas, discussed with operator who educated employee and washed hands.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Employee entered kitchen from customer dining room and without washing hands employee began handled prepared plates of customers food, discussed with operator who educated employee and employee washed hands. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In kitchen cooked sausage (123F - Hot Holding); cooked onion and pepper (93F - Hot Holding) per operator products prepared approximately 1 hour ago and hot held until served discussed with operator who reheated products to 165F+. In steam table cooked black beans (122F - Hot Holding); cooked pinto beans (126F - Hot Holding); cooked shredded chicken (122F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (124F - Hot Holding) per operator products prepared on stove top and hot held in steam table, per operator products prepared 1-2 hours before, operator moved products to stove to reheat to 165F+.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · In kitchen cooked peppers (109F - Hot Holding); cooked onion (99F - Hot Holding) per operator products prepared on stove approximately 10 minutes ago discussed with operator who moved products to stove to reheat. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize shelves.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 16, 2025 · Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize shelves. Admin Complaint
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler cooked ground beef (57F - Cooling) at 3:10 per operator product prepared yesterday, at this rate product never reached 41F within 6 hours, see stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen from customer dining room and without washing hands employee began to toast tortillas, discussed with operator who educated employee and washed hands.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled spray bottle of sanitizer and without washing hands employee handled various food containers in walk in cooler, discussed with operator employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 2 small live flying insects in kitchen landing on shelves at make line and wall at dishwashing area, discussed with operator to eliminate flies and clean and sanitize areas.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler salsa (45F - Cold Holding); pepper sauce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); rice milk drink (45F - Cold Holding); milk (46F - Cold Holding); stuffed peppers (44F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) per operator products not portioned or prepared today and held in unit for more than 24 hours, discussed with operator see stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler cooked ground beef (57F - Cooling) at 3:10 per operator product prepared yesterday, at this rate product never reached 41F within 6 hours, see stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler salsa (45F - Cold Holding); pepper sauce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (46F - Cold Holding); tamales (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); rice milk drink (45F - Cold Holding); milk (46F - Cold Holding); stuffed peppers (44F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) per operator products not portioned or prepared today and held in unit for more than 24 hours, discussed with operator see stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In kitchen cooked sausage (123F - Hot Holding); cooked onion and pepper (93F - Hot Holding) per operator products prepared approximately 1 hour ago and hot held until served discussed with operator who reheated products to 165F+. In steam table cooked black beans (122F - Hot Holding); cooked pinto beans (126F - Hot Holding); cooked shredded chicken (122F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (124F - Hot Holding) per operator products prepared on stove top and hot held in steam table, per operator products prepared 1-2 hours before, operator moved products to stove to reheat to 165F+.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Discussed with operator and provided email of big 6 poster.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Warning
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. Discussed with operator and provided email copy of clean up poster.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk in cooler cooked green veggie sauce (126F - Cooling) at 3:10 since 2:40 to 114F at 3:45, at this current rate of cooling product will not reach 70F within 2 hours discussed with operator who moved product to reach in freezer.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize shelves.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee returned to kitchen from outside and began putting away clean dishes without changing gloves and washing hands.
High priority/12A-16-4
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee observed handling dirty dishes with gloves and began putting away clean dishes with the same gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (53F - Cold Holding); in reach in cooler drawer on cook line. Not prepped or portioned today. In unit less than four hours. Placed back in walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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. Waitress on site hired over two years go
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At dishmachine
Intermediate/41-17-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Seafood thawing at room temperature
Basic/06-01-5
Oct 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee loading dirty dishes in dishwasher and unloading without washing hands first; educated; employee washed hands;
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked steak and raw chicken over soup in walk-in cooler; operator stored properly
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee leaving cook line, touching walk-in cooler handle returned and started portioning rice at cook line without changing gloves and washing hands; Educated and employee washed hands
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese sauce (98-136F - Hot Holding)n steam table at cook line; as per operator food out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes red salsa (133-154F - Hot Holding) large steam table at cook line; food out of temperature for approximately 20 minutes; Food not stirred or covered; operator stored food;
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Rubbing alcohol stored with spatulas; gloves and sanitized dishes on the shelf by dishwasher; Lysol stored above soda boxes at expo line; Lysol stored next to to go boxes; Removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cream sauce prepared yesterday morning ( approximately 28 hours) in walk-in cooler; operator dated.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Bowl used to dispense chicken bouillon at cook line Removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust- kids juices stored under pipe at handwashing sin at the bar Advised to move
Basic/08B-36-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at the bar and cook line
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line
Basic/29-49-6
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm)at cook line; fixed to 100 ppm
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe rice (111F - Hot Holding) Operator discarded
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Operator washed and sanitized.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observe at cook line hand sink. Operator placed soap at sink
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observe above water heater.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe at rear door in kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observe unwashed mushrooms above hand made drink in walking refrigerator. Operator moved the mushrooms.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
May 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observe above water heater.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1)Observe raw hamburger above cooked fish not all commercial packaged. Operator placed raw hamburger on lower shelf. 2) observe raw chicken above fish in walk-in refrigerator. Operator placed raw fish above chicken.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observe chlorine cleaner stored on food prep table. Operator removed.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observe above water heater.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observe plastic container on floor near water heater.
Basic/24-07-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observe at flip top refrigerator top refrigerator.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe fish defrosting in standing water. Operator removed fish from water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw beef above burritos in reach in drawer below grille, raw chicken above sauces at walk in cooler. Cook properly stored
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw steak above sea food at walk in cooler. Cook properly stored
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin at server area. Employee properly stored.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw beef above cooked vegetables in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored food.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw steak above raw sea food at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored food.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...shredded cheese 49° in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen being held more than 4 hours.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...shredded cheese 49° in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue.Employee discarded food.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times....blocked by big tortilla chips bucket. Employee moved.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Clean utensils knife, pizza slicer stored between equipment at kitchen, employee moved.
Basic/24-14-4/Corrected On-Site
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored...ice scoop stored directly stored on the soda line. Employee properly stored.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at dishwashing area.
Basic/31B-04-4

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