ZORBA'S GREEK RESTAURANT

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed outdoor mop sink with 7 or more flying insects. Accumulation of food debris in drain. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked chicken and orzo soup (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked half chicken (50F - Cold Holding) held overnight in walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken and orzo soup (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked half chicken (50F - Cold Holding) held overnight in walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located outside. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen. Warning

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bucket of potatoes on ground in walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handles. Warning

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Oven soiled on outside and inside. Grease on hood filters above grill and fryers. Warning

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw pork in walk in cooler. Operator switch trays. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Caged bird on premises. Caged bird is located in outside dining area within five (5) feet of outside multiple dining tables. Operator has made a veterinarian appointment for the bird and is in the process of applying for a variance. Variance application is in process with DBPR, Tallahassee and Operator is in communication with the proper contact. Violation cited 11/01/23 and Time Extended on 01/05/24 and 03/05/24. Warning

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed fish from packaging. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed drink discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knives. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb with hose attached at front outside dining. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: Discussed need for vacuum breaker on hose bibb with the Operator. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Caged bird on premises. Caged bird is located in outside dining area within five (5) feet of outside multiple dining tables. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: Operator has made a veterinarian appointment for the bird and is in the process of applying for a variance. Time extended to allow operator sufficient time for paperwork. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Jugs of oil were stored directly on the floor in the outside dry storage area. Buckets of rice were stored on the floor in the inside dry storage area and directly under employee personal item storage. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: Time Extended

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 6-pound can of garbanzo beans was found to have a dent at the top lip/seal. See stop sale. Operator removed can. One 6-pound can of ground tomatoes was found to have dent at the top lip/seal. See stop sale. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Fourteen (14) portions of rice pudding observed in the tall reach-in cooler. Operator stated product was made at home this morning. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef and raw grouper were stored in the top of the maketable directly above ready-to-eat foods, such as yogurt and breads. Cook moved food to proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Rubbing alcohol and spray bottle of hydrogen peroxide stored on a shelf adjacent to breading flour in dry storage. Operator moved chemicals to proper storage. Peroxide-based cleaner was stored directly above frill picks and zip-lock bags in the outside dry storage. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb with hose attached at front outside dining.

Intermediate - Caged bird on premises. Caged bird is located in outside dining area within five (5) feet of outside multiple dining tables. Warning

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Quaternary test strips were provided for testing the dish machine. Explained which strips were needed. Operator ordered proper chlorine test strips during the inspection. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the bar.

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin observed stored in a spice container. Operator removed ramekin. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Dead rodent present. Dead wild bird located in outside dining area three (3) feet from dining tables. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Jugs of oil were stored directly on the floor in the outside dry storage area. Buckets of rice were stored on the floor in the inside dry storage area and directly under employee personal item storage. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the soda station. Ice scoop at the large ice machine was stored directly on top of the ice machine.

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to Operator. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the entrance to the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Underside of drink dispensing heads observed to have a heavy build-up. Holster for soda dispensing gun had a heavy build-up.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bags of fish were thawing in the three-compartment sink not under running water. Inspector explained proper procedure to Operator and running water was started. Commercially processed fish was thawing in the ROP package without opening package. Inspector explained introducing oxygen into the package. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Heavy build-up observed under the three-compartment sink. Heavy build-up observed on the wall next to the soda dispensing machine at the server station in the back area. Walls in the walk-in cooler observed with a mold-like build-up.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container labeled "Paprika" contained a white granular substance. Cook stated it was salt.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk-in cooler, raw beef skewers over unwashed lemons and squash. Also in outside walk-in cooler raw ground beef stored over raw beef. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In inside kitchen walk-in cooler:; cooked octopus (49F - Cold Holding); Gouda cheese (49F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In inside kitchen walk-in cooler:; cooked octopus (49F - Cold Holding); Gouda cheese (49F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Also Cook line reach-in cooler right:; raw lamb (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (59F - Cold Holding); raw fish (70F - Cold Holding); cooked eggplant dip (59F - Cold Holding) and Cook line reach-in cooler left: ; goat cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding) for 2 and a half hours per operator. Provided operator with time as a public health control form and discussed with operator labeling with discard times and how to fill out form. Operator labeled coolers with time stamp and began filling out form. corrective action taken Also in Outside walk-in cooler:; raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (45F - Cold Holding) for 3 hours per operator. Operator states walk-in cooler door was opened to outside for food delivery and often during busy lunch service. Operator opened connected walk-in freezer doo for quick cooling. In thirty minutes all food items dropped in temperature by 2F, corrective action taken. This is a repeat violation from 7/28/2022. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes produce stored on floor in walk-in cooler in kitchen. This is a repeat violation from 7/28/2022. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at entrance to kitchen. Warning

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. In outside dry storage shed, coffee filters stored uncovered. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot running water. In triple sink, fish thawing in running water 81F. Warning

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Six small flying insects observed in prep area next to 3-bay sink. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic to-go bag used to store sliced bread hanging at entrance to cook line. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. On outside walk-in cooler floor, box of raw chicken stored next to box of green peppers. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Tube of raw ground beef stored over raw pork loin in outside walk-in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In outside chemical storage area, approximately 50 plus rodent droppings on floor, chemical storage racks, on and around water heater, and on top of ice machine. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Right side drop in cooler: garlic in oil (49°F - Cold Holding); chorizo sausage (64°F - Cold Holding); eggplant mix (49°F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumble (61°F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (61°F - Cold Holding); hummus (50°F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (49°F - Cold Holding); mushroom ravioli (55°F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (53°F - Cold Holding); cooked clams (54°F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (55°F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese cavatelli (55°F - Cold Holding); cheese tortellini (52°F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach and feta (54°F - Cold Holding); beef kibbeh (68°F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (59°F - Cold Holding); cut grouper (72°F - Cold Holding); sour cream (60°F - Cold Holding). Left side drop in cooler:; marinated tomatoes (49°F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (51°F - Cold Holding); cooked meatball (49°F - Cold Holding); feta (48°F - Cold Holding). Indoor walk-in cooler: shredded mozzarella (58°F - Cold Holding); Gouda cheese (55°F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (58°F - Cold Holding); raw chicken skewers (55°F - Cold Holding). Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Right side drop in cooler: garlic in oil (49°F - Cold Holding); chorizo sausage (64°F - Cold Holding); eggplant mix (49°F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumble (61°F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (61°F - Cold Holding); hummus (50°F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (49°F - Cold Holding); mushroom ravioli (55°F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (53°F - Cold Holding); cooked clams (54°F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (55°F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese cavatelli (55°F - Cold Holding); cheese tortellini (52°F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach and feta (54°F - Cold Holding); beef kibbeh (68°F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (59°F - Cold Holding); cut grouper (72°F - Cold Holding); sour cream (60°F - Cold Holding). Left side drop in cooler:; marinated tomatoes (49°F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (51°F - Cold Holding); cooked meatball (49°F - Cold Holding); feta (48°F - Cold Holding). Indoor walk-in cooler: shredded mozzarella (58°F - Cold Holding); Gouda cheese (55°F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (58°F - Cold Holding); raw chicken skewers (55°F - Cold Holding). Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. In steam table cooked green beans (68°F - Reheating); tomatoes marinara (65°F - Reheating) for one and a half hours per operator. At this rate of reheating the foods would not reach 165°F within two hours. Operator reheated foods on stovetop and returned to steam well in ten minutes, end temperature cooked green beans 169°F, tomatoes marinara 175°F. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at far end of bar area soiled with accumulation of mold like substance. This is a repeat violation from 1/26/2021. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed items to be held under time as a public health control not listed on procedure. Warning

Intermediate - 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. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in bar area. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used as scoop stored in sugar, oregano containers. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. In outside walk-in cooler box of raw chicken on floor, box of green peppers on floor. In outside walk-in freezer box of raw chicken on floor. Warning

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored in dirty water in bucket on ice machine in the outside chemical storage shed. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks used by food employees at far end of cook line or entrance of cook line. Warning

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink at entrance of cook line with faucet not attached. Warning

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Tube of container lids on floor in outside dry storage area. Also iced tea filters stored uncovered in the coffee station. Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Box of raw chicken in outside walk-in freezer not covered. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen spinach observed thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. Warning