AARU'S

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 5 rodent droppings inside handwashing sink near three compartment sink, approximately 9 rodent droppings underneath food prep table containing seasonings and approximately 17 rodent droppings underneath prep table next to clay oven. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-11: Observed 1 rodent dropping underneath prep table next to clay oven, 4 rodent droppings underneath appetizer prep table and 4 rodent droppings next to refrigerator across from handwashing sink. Time Extended

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 5 rodent droppings inside handwashing sink near three compartment sink, approximately 9 rodent droppings underneath food prep table containing seasonings and approximately 17 rodent droppings underneath prep table next to clay oven. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food basket inside handwashing sink near three compartment sink.

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

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored outside. Observed rice, beans, ketchup, vinegar, onions, canned corn stored outside. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: Admin Complaint

High Priority - 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. Observed tandoori chicken 45F stored overnight per manager and garlic in oil 50F per manager stored overnight. Manager disposed of chicken. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tandoori chicken 45F stored overnight per manager and garlic in oil 50F per manager stored overnight.

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. Emailed flyer to operator. Corrected On-Site

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

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near dish machine.

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near dish machine and hand wash sink near back door.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken in expo cooler across from stove not date marked, per manager stored more than 24 hours.

Intermediate - 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. Observed expired training 1/31/23 and 2/1/23. Warning

Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dish machine not dispensing sanitizer. Establishment is going to use three compartment sink. Warning

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

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 employee drinking from open container by stove.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee outer wear stored on dish rack.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee no hair restraint.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans wet nesting in ware wash area.

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors throughout kitchen area with food debris and black substance.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair women's restroom.

Basic - Food stored outside. Observed rice, beans, ketchup, vinegar, onions, canned corn stored outside. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

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

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 76°

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed fryers, stove, flat top with grease and food accumulation.

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in expo coolers across from stove.

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve containers not stored inverted by prep table.

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old chairs, unused equipment, mop buckets with dirty water in back storage area outside.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with grease and food throughout kitchen.

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed prep sink leaking water near back door.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar in working container not labeled.

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

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in prep area across from hand washing sinks.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed eggplants stored on floor inside walk in cooler.

Basic - Food stored outside. Observed beans, rice, and cooking oil stored outside. Repeat violation from 10/26/22. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper plates and paper cups stored outside.

Intermediate - 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. Warning

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed food equipment including pots being stored outside. Warning

Basic - Food stored outside. Observed boxes and cans coconut milk, tomato sauce, and rice being stored outside. Warning