PLAZA MEXICO RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb at back exterior of establishment. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing a wiping cloth at ware washing area handwashing sink. Educated the employee that the hand wash sink is strictly for handwashing and for no other purpose.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup in the interior of Walk in Cooler door handles. Operator cleaned the door handle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at cookline. Employee placed beard guard over their beard. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair at Walk in Cooler. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scraper in standing water 84F next to Flat Grill. Operator removed the water. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish in standing water at 2 compartment sink. Operator placed cold running water over the frozen fish. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Operator placed the containers on the side to allow airflow. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice bin at bar. Operator removed the handle touching the ice. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 45F at ice bath. Added more ice to cool it 39F. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching the flour at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food item with no cover at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with lid. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at prep table. Operator placed it in the sanitizer solution. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed Raid household pesticide at shelf above 2 compartment sink. Operator discarded the pesticide/insecticide. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer spray bottle over 200ppm on test strip. Corrected to 100ppm by adding more water. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle not labeled. Operator labeled the spray bottle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wet wiping cloth sanitizer bucket on the floor at wait station. Operator placed the sanitizer in a new wiping cloth bucket and placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over sour cream at exterior Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items at Walk in Cooler. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker next to 2 compartment sink. Operator placed vacuum during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at men's restroom handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at side exterior of establishment. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopy of foodhandler training certificate. Educated the operator of needing to be the original.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth underneath the cutting board at Make Table. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth from underneath the cutting board. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over salsa at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed refried beans not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the back exterior of walk in cooler handle. Operator cleaned the handle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no air flow to dry the containers in a timely manner. Operator removed the containers from being stacked to allow air flow. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 55F at ice bath next to ice machine. Operator added more ice and water to rapid chill to bring temperature down to 41F or below. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed whip cream at wait station at reach in cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed soiled cutting board at Make Table. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed low pressure on hot side at wait station handwash sink. Educated and informed the operator.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed equipment item at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food at wait station Reach in Cooler. Operator segregated and identified employees food items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed various locations at establishment. Operator in the process of sealing the concrete floor.

High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 59F at prep table. Operator placed in Walk in Cooler to rapid chill to 41F and/or below. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to exterior mop sink and at the exterior side entry of the establishment. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - 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. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Repeat Violation

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle touching ice at interior of ice machine. Operator removed the handle from touching. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at kitchen. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

Intermediate - 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.

Intermediate - 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.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cayenne pepper on floor at dry storage area. Operator removed the food item off the floor. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed top oven at kitchen.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish in standing water at prep sink. Operator placed under cold running water. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline Area. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed exterior side of the building. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed half and half creamers at bar Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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/. Observed certified food safety manager arrived during inspection. Gisela Herschdorfer, 11/22/2021. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of pork at exterior Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizer solution Corrected On-Site

High Priority - 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. Observed at 0ppm on test strip due to empty container of sanitizer. Operator replaced the sanitizer. Corrected to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed multiple employees at cookline. Educated the employees.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw poultry behind raw beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed stained cutting board at Make Table.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large container of water at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling up water in a container at ware washing area handwash sink. Educated the employee.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at Make Table.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at soda fountain ice bin. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in rice and bean container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Repeat Violation

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in standing water. Operator placed the food item in cold running water. Corrected On-Site