TREEHOUSE BBQ
229 62 AVE N, Saint Petersburg FL 33702 · 727-390-9242
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 19 visits since November 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 live flies on cooks line. 5 live flies on wiping cloth hanging on three-compartment sink. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025034778 | Nov 25, 2024 | Aug 13, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2025001662 | Dec 4, 2024 | Jul 9, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked pork in reduced oxygen packaging inside right side refrigerator dated 719. Spoke to establishment regarding stop sale and HACCP.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed cooked pork in reduced oxygen packaging inside right side refrigerator dated 719. Spoke to establishment regarding stop sale and HACCP. Observed machine and bags.
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bag used for storage bread
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over day old bread reach in freezer. Employee moved
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line. Fresh garlic in oil 89 degrees. Made today Today moved to reach in freezer education
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Q cook worked here for 6 months.
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 employee
Food stored in undrained ice. Shrimp, bean sprouts. Removed water
Food stored on floor. Water in bucket used for cooking stored on floor of cook line. Employee moved Can on floor of dry storage. Employee moved
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp in package on back counter thawing. Employee moved to walk in cooler. Educated
May 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback 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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Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Pizza at soda on back prep table.
May 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. On floor 42 droppings under meat ball maker and two door silver freezer. 4 under rack near microwave in same dry storage area. 36 under dry storage rack table near back door 6 under dry storage rack silver. 2 under mop sink. 5 under three compartment sink.
Rodent rub marks present along pipe back of restaurant near mop sink.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Pizza at soda on back prep table.
Food stored on floor. Pot full of pasta water and box of pasta on floor. Employee moved.
Mar 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (67F - Cold Holding) Employee put ice in container to bring down the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:56pm: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (56F - Cold Holding) Discussed dehydrating rice noodles must be held in a cold hold unit that keeps the food item at 41 degrees or below. Or if the ice method will be used the employees must continuously put ice in the container to maintain cold holding temperatures. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); milk (44F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (44F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (46F - Cold Holding)
Feb 11, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (67F - Cold Holding) Employee put ice in container to bring down the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:56pm: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (56F - Cold Holding) Discussed dehydrating rice noodles must be held in a cold hold unit that keeps the food item at 41 degrees or below. Or if the ice method will be used the employees must continuously put ice in the container to maintain cold holding temperatures. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); milk (44F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (44F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (46F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. An opener soiled with food debris. Dining room soda machine ice chute soiled with pink mold like substance.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior on cook line. Microwave interior soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Sheet pans of pre-rolled meatballs in double door freezer in kitchen prep area not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered. Manager covered all items with aluminum foil.
Feb 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (67F - Cold Holding) Employee put ice in container to bring down the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:56pm: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (56F - Cold Holding) Discussed dehydrating rice noodles must be held in a cold hold unit that keeps the food item at 41 degrees or below. Or if the ice method will be used the employees must continuously put ice in the container to maintain cold holding temperatures. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); milk (44F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (44F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (46F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. An opener soiled with food debris. Dining room soda machine ice chute soiled with pink mold like substance.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior on cook line. Microwave interior soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Sheet pans of pre-rolled meatballs in double door freezer in kitchen prep area not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered. Manager covered all items with aluminum foil.
Dec 6, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered.
Dec 6, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on top of soap dispenser above hand sink. 3 dead roach on floor leading to newly enclosed porch rep area. 1 dead roach on floor on left side of rack storing single service containers and lids in newly enclosed porch prep area. 10 dead roaches on floor in between crack of kitchen area floor and wooden ramp leading into newly enclosed porch prep area. 9 dead roaches on top of cleaning solution dispenser above mop sink and prep table in newly enclosed porch prep area. 3 dead roaches in mop sink. 1 dead roach on floor of right side of white stand alone freezer in newly enclosed porch prep area. 4 dead roach on cove molding behind push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 8 dead roaches on floor under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 1 dead roach on cove molding on right side of double door freezer in prep area. 4 dead roaches in sticky trap under three compartment sink. 4 dead roaches underneath wooden shelf above table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on electrical strip stored in a container next to sticky trap stored on top of prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, bottle of sauces. Approximately: 20+ dead roaches on floor on left side of dry storage rack storing cans to be served to the public and microwave. 10+ dead roaches on floor behind equipment next to double door freezer in kitchen prep area. 20+ dead roaches under table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 10+ dead roaches in sticky traps on left side of prep table on cook line next to three door reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered.
Dec 5, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 2 live roach crawling on floor in between kitchen area floor and wooden ramp leading into enclosed porch area. 1 live roach under mop sink in enclosed porch prep area. 1 live roach on top of electrical outlet next to dry storage rack storing cans to be served to the public and microwave. 1 live roach crawling on wall next to shelf storing ziploc bags, paper towels under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 1 live roach next to sticky trap under double door freezer in newly enclosed porch prep area. 1 live roach crawling on floor under prep table next to three door reach in cooler on cook line. 3 live roaches in sticky trap stored on top of prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, bottle of sauces. 3 live roaches behind outlet plate above prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, and bottle of sauces. 1 live roach floor crawling under table storing portion cups and lids, sauce bottle, to go boxes, wrapped single service to go utensils, Parmesan cheese packets in dinning room area. 1 live roach crawling on floor in woman's restroom. Approximately: 7+ live roaches in sticky traps on left side of prep table on cook line next to three door reach in cooler. 10+ live roaches on sticky trap under double door cooler in front counter area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately: 10+ rodent droppings underneath prep table in front counter area with soda syrup boxes and soda lines leading to soda dispenser. 20+ rodent droppings on cabinet where soda dispenser is stored on in front counter area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on top of soap dispenser above hand sink. 3 dead roach on floor leading to newly enclosed porch rep area. 1 dead roach on floor on left side of rack storing single service containers and lids in newly enclosed porch prep area. 10 dead roaches on floor in between crack of kitchen area floor and wooden ramp leading into newly enclosed porch prep area. 9 dead roaches on top of cleaning solution dispenser above mop sink and prep table in newly enclosed porch prep area. 3 dead roaches in mop sink. 1 dead roach on floor of right side of white stand alone freezer in newly enclosed porch prep area. 4 dead roach on cove molding behind push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 8 dead roaches on floor under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 1 dead roach on cove molding on right side of double door freezer in prep area. 4 dead roaches in sticky trap under three compartment sink. 4 dead roaches underneath wooden shelf above table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on electrical strip stored in a container next to sticky trap stored on top of prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, bottle of sauces. Approximately: 20+ dead roaches on floor on left side of dry storage rack storing cans to be served to the public and microwave. 10+ dead roaches on floor behind equipment next to double door freezer in kitchen prep area. 20+ dead roaches under table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 10+ dead roaches in sticky traps on left side of prep table on cook line next to three door reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered.
Dec 4, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies landing on table storing containers of powdered substances and rice cooker hot holding white rice in newly enclosed porch prep area. 3 live flies flying around in kitchen prep area next to push cart with sheet pan of thawing chicken. 2 live flies landing on push cart with sheet pan of thawing chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 2 live roach crawling on floor in between kitchen area floor and wooden ramp leading into enclosed porch area. 1 live roach under mop sink in enclosed porch prep area. 1 live roach on top of electrical outlet next to dry storage rack storing cans to be served to the public and microwave. 1 live roach crawling on wall next to shelf storing ziploc bags, paper towels under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 1 live roach next to sticky trap under double door freezer in newly enclosed porch prep area. 1 live roach crawling on floor under prep table next to three door reach in cooler on cook line. 3 live roaches in sticky trap stored on top of prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, bottle of sauces. 3 live roaches behind outlet plate above prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, and bottle of sauces. 1 live roach floor crawling under table storing portion cups and lids, sauce bottle, to go boxes, wrapped single service to go utensils, Parmesan cheese packets in dinning room area. 1 live roach crawling on floor in woman's restroom. Approximately: 7+ live roaches in sticky traps on left side of prep table on cook line next to three door reach in cooler. 10+ live roaches on sticky trap under double door cooler in front counter area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately: 10+ rodent droppings underneath prep table in front counter area with soda syrup boxes and soda lines leading to soda dispenser. 20+ rodent droppings on cabinet where soda dispenser is stored on in front counter area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (45F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (43F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (47F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon arrival, the inspector observed a sign on the hand sink in the prep kitchen area, which stated: "Do not use" The faucets were taped off, making the hand sink inoperable and inaccessible for use. The operator explained that the hand sink was nonfunctional due to a plumbing leak. The inspector noted a bucket placed under the sink to catch the leaking water. The inspector informed the operator that a hand sink must be fully operational and accessible for use at all times. Inspector also discussed that it is the only hand sink in the establishment besides the hand sink in men's and woman's restrooms.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on top of soap dispenser above hand sink. 3 dead roach on floor leading to newly enclosed porch rep area. 1 dead roach on floor on left side of rack storing single service containers and lids in newly enclosed porch prep area. 10 dead roaches on floor in between crack of kitchen area floor and wooden ramp leading into newly enclosed porch prep area. 9 dead roaches on top of cleaning solution dispenser above mop sink and prep table in newly enclosed porch prep area. 3 dead roaches in mop sink. 1 dead roach on floor of right side of white stand alone freezer in newly enclosed porch prep area. 4 dead roach on cove molding behind push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 8 dead roaches on floor under push cart with wooden prep area where sauces are being prepared and racks underneath storing cans of food to be served to the public next to hand sink. 1 dead roach on cove molding on right side of double door freezer in prep area. 4 dead roaches in sticky trap under three compartment sink. 4 dead roaches underneath wooden shelf above table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on electrical strip stored in a container next to sticky trap stored on top of prep table next to containers of dehydrating rice noodles, sprouts, clean utensils, containers of in-use spices with spoons, bottle of sauces. Approximately: 20+ dead roaches on floor on left side of dry storage rack storing cans to be served to the public and microwave. 10+ dead roaches on floor behind equipment next to double door freezer in kitchen prep area. 20+ dead roaches under table storing chemicals next to three compartment sink. 10+ dead roaches in sticky traps on left side of prep table on cook line next to three door reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered.
Dec 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (67F - Cold Holding) Employee put ice in container to bring down the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:56pm: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (56F - Cold Holding) Discussed dehydrating rice noodles must be held in a cold hold unit that keeps the food item at 41 degrees or below. Or if the ice method will be used the employees must continuously put ice in the container to maintain cold holding temperatures. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); milk (44F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (44F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (46F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. An opener soiled with food debris. Dining room soda machine ice chute soiled with pink mold like substance.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pink basket being used as a dump sink with ice stored in hand sink in kitchen prep area. Employee removed basket and inspector discussed hand sink should only be used for hand washing purposes.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled purple chemical spray bottle stored on shelf next to three compartment sink. Manager labeled as degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor under rack storing single service containers and lids in added inclosed built in room in back kitchen area. 1 dead roach on right side of white stand alone freezer in added inclosed built in room in back kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior on cook line. Microwave interior soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink in kitchen prep area. Inspector provided printed DBPR hand washing sign. Manager posted it during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Stored on top of unlabeled purple chemical spray bottle next to three compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Sheet pans of pre-rolled meatballs in double door freezer in kitchen prep area not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered. Manager covered all items with aluminum foil.
Nov 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wearing single service gloves touch car keys stored on steam well table and put them in their pants pocket and continued to engage in food preparation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stored on prep table next to stove top/oven: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (67F - Cold Holding) Employee put ice in container to bring down the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:56pm: Containers of dehydrating rice noodles (56F - Cold Holding) Discussed dehydrating rice noodles must be held in a cold hold unit that keeps the food item at 41 degrees or below. Or if the ice method will be used the employees must continuously put ice in the container to maintain cold holding temperatures. Food items in walk in cooler: spring mix in container (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); milk (44F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (44F - Cold Holding); mozzarella balls (46F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam well on cook line: cooked pasta (107F - Hot Holding) Manager turned up temperature on steam well to bring up the temperature. Re-temped item at 12:54pm cooked pasta (172F - Hot Holding)
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk and half gallon carton of half and half not date marked in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. An opener soiled with food debris. Dining room soda machine ice chute soiled with pink mold like substance.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pink basket being used as a dump sink with ice stored in hand sink in kitchen prep area. Employee removed basket and inspector discussed hand sink should only be used for hand washing purposes.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed screen porch area has now been enclosed and converted into a food preparation area with no plan review remodel. Enclosed area currently lacks a hand sink. Inspector observed rice cooker hold holding white rice and prep table with in use cutting board and knife hung up on wall above prep table next to mop sink. Manager stated food preparation is being conducted in new enclosed area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled purple chemical spray bottle stored on shelf next to three compartment sink. Manager labeled as degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with pink and black mold like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor under rack storing single service containers and lids in added inclosed built in room in back kitchen area. 1 dead roach on right side of white stand alone freezer in added inclosed built in room in back kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee car keys stored on steam well table. Observed employee put car keys into pants pocket.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior on cook line. Microwave interior soiled with food debris in kitchen prep area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink in kitchen prep area. Inspector provided printed DBPR hand washing sign. Manager posted it during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Stored on top of unlabeled purple chemical spray bottle next to three compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Sheet pans of pre-rolled meatballs in double door freezer in kitchen prep area not covered. Pre-made garlic golf coast toast subs on speed rack in walk in cooler not covered. Manager covered all items with aluminum foil.
Apr 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Apr 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies on cooks line. 5 live flies on wiping cloth hanging on three-compartment sink. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. From walk-in cooler a. Tomato sauce b. Milk
Spray bottle on table next to three-compartment sink containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin ice machine bin located next to three-compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf above prep table on cooks line.
Food stored on floor. From walk-in cooler a. Container of sprouts stored on floor. From dry-storage a. Three containers of vegetable oil on floor b. Bag of onions on floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven used more than 24 hours ago soiled.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on doors of upright freezer in kitchen.
Soiled dry wiping cloth hanging three-compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. From walk-in cooler a. Hoagie bread not covered. b. Bread pudding not covered. From upright freezer in kitchen. a. Meatballs on sheet pan not covered.
Jan 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager Jamie Walker Food Handler Certification is expired on 10/22/23.
Nov 30, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager Jamie Walker Food Handler Certification is expired on 10/22/23.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Woman's restroom door is not self-closing.
Nov 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 7 high priority.
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Wooden spoon stored in standing water temping at 58 F
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in dinning room area. 2 live flies in front counter register area. 3 live flies in back prep area landing on equipment. 1 live fly landing on on box of bread near counter front area. 1 live fly landing on beer tap drain.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. House hold ant and roach spray stored on storage rack near reach in freezer. Insect repellent stored in back outside area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooks pasta inside walk in cooler dated 11/15/23.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 cheese raviolis 46 F @ 1:24 Sliced provolone 56 F @ 1:25 Re-temped both items at 3pm: 3 cheese raviolis 46 F, Sliced provolone 48 F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Alfredo sauce temping at 104 F @ 1:20 pm. At 3pm Alfredo Sauce temperature was brought up to 172 F. Cooked pasta temping at 96 F @ 1:21 pm. At 2:02pm cooked pasta temperature was brought up 150 F. Discussed with manager proper reheating temperatures. Manager turned up temperature for steam table.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with old food debris. Ice chute soiled at soda fountain station.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Gelato stored in reach in freezer near front counter area not date marked. White rice inside walk in cooler not date marked. Various food items inside walk in cooler not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager Jamie Walker Food Handler Certification is expired on 10/22/23.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Woman's restroom door is not self-closing.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach near grab and go fridge near front counter area. 1 dead roach under hand sink in back prep area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drink on prep table near cook line. Employee drink to designated area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Multiple employee personal food being stored with food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Discussed with manager proper food storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee wallet stored above prep table in back area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. 3 sticky fly catcher strips hanging above equipment in back area with dead flies. 1 sticky fly catcher strips under prep table area near cook line.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Unwashed produce store on rack inside walk in cooler not at least 6 inches off the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in freezer in back prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior soiled with food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean containers holding food in walk in cooler. Discussed with manager that old labels should be completely taken off when washed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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