LA MATERA

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.

Intermediate - Operator is conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw meat without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment currently has an application pending. Advised manager that Before continuing to engage in activity establishment must apply for a HACCP plan. Provided packet to operator. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense dry rice.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

Basic - Observed Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Observed raw beef stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw meat without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager that Before continuing to engage in activity establishment must apply for a HACCP plan. Provided packet to operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed HACCP plan was received but not yet approved. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Warning Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing clothes in hand washing sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 4+ employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present at time of inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment with using reduced oxygen packaging for raw meat and raw fish with no approved HACCP plan. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment with using reduced oxygen packaging for raw meat and raw fish with no approved HACCP plan. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee eating in a drinking preparation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Located in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on grill. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top various sauces in walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed prep table blocking access to hand washing sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from bar area and kitchen area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment remodeled removing buffet area, removing hand washing sink from bar area and kitchen area. Also, observed establishment added a walk in cooler/ freezer and various additional food equipment. No updated plans on file. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed offering raw ceviche, moved trout and Caesar, but Menu does not identify that items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment with using reduced oxygen packaging for raw meat. No approved HACCP plan. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of food on floor in walk in cooler and freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Time Extended

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.