LUCHO'S RESTAURANT

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then handle clean utensils and equipment without washing hands. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed sweet potatoes inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over tomatoes inside reach in cooler across cook line. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roasted chicken (125F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for one hour.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, red beans, and black beans inside walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator products were made previous day. Repeat Violation

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled in dry storage area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken standing reach in cooler in kitchen, not in use.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen.

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and grab clean plate without changing gloves and washing hands.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw bacon stored over unwashed tomatoes inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked pork inside reach in cooler in back area. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes stored inside hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed dishes. Corrected On-Site

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. Observed employee Yamie hired less than two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup and red beans inside walk in cooler not date marked, as per operator both products were made 1-2 days prior. Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of reach in cooler in back area soiled.

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of fries stored on floor inside walk in freezer and box of raw chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef and raw shrimp stored inside non food grade bags in reach in freezer in back area. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored over peeled potatoes and plantains inside reach in cooler in back area. Operator relocated products for proper storage. Corrected On-Site 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. Observed Yanay hired one week ago. Provided operator with form. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded pork without date mark inside reach in cooler in back area, as per operator was made two days prior to inspection. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with water stains throughout kitchen Repeat Violation

Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatulas stored between triple sink and wall. Operator removed spatulas Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of fryer oil stored on floor next to fryer. Operator picked up oil. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer in back area

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink inside men's bathroom. Repeat Violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with old food debris. Operator cleaned inside of reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water at triple sink. Operator turned water on Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station. Operator labeled sugar. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside of nonfood grade bag inside of reach in freezer in back area. Operator removed chicken from bag. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored over container of peeled potatoes inside of standing reach in cooler. Operator relocated products for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (121F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for 45 mins. Operator turned up heat on steam table. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site 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. Observed one employee, Yardlim, hired less than one month ago. Provided operator with form. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at front counter near window. Operator provided soap. 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 cooked pork without date mark inside of reach in cooler, as per operator was prepared 2 days before inspection. Operator labeled product. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at standing reach in cooler in back prep area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water bottles stored on floor in back prep area. Operator picked up case of water. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom. Repeat Violation

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken not covered inside of reach in cooler. Operator covered the chicken. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water inside of triple sink. Operator turned on water. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food .Observed raw chicken stored over cooked shredded beef, stored inside reach in cooler, located at dry storage. Employee removed items, and place them correctly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over peel potatoes, stored in reach in cooler, located at dry storage. Employee removed items, and placed them correctly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade rust.

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located near three compartment sink. Operator provided a new paper towel roll. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled, throughout kitchen . Repeat Violation

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observe drain cover missing, located at cooking line. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored over the microwave, located near dry storage. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, and door handle broken. Repeat Violation

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles located near three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled, located near dry storage.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at men's bathroom.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at dry storage. Repeat Violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping wet clothes stored on top of preparation table, located at cooking line. Employee removed them and place them sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers containing food coloring, vinegar, not labeled, at under the preparation sink located in the cook line. Repeat Violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over peeled potatoes inside the reach in cooler, located in the food storage area, employee removed items and placed them correctly. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed raw pork stored over peeled potatoes inside the reach in cooler, located in the food storage area, employee removed items and placed them correctly. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom of the prep table rusted, observed can opener blade rusted. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: observed can opener blade rusted. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing, located at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Drain cover(s) missing, located at cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle in disrepair, located at sandwich station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle in disrepair, located at sandwich station. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles located near three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles located near three compartment sink. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup on the bottom of the reach in cooler located at front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Ice buildup on the bottom of the reach in cooler located at front counter. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at men's bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed no hand wash sign at men's bathroom. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at back kitchen, observed ceiling fan dusty, located near the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at back kitchen, observed ceiling fan dusty, located near the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of the reach freezer soiled, located in back kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed bottom of the reach freezer soiled, located in back kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping cloth stored on top of preparation table located at cook line. Employee removed them and placed them inside sanitizer bucket. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed several wiping cloth stored on top of preparation table located at cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers containing food coloring, vinegar, not labeled, at under the proration sink located in the cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-01: Observed several plastic containers containing food coloring, vinegar, not labeled, at under the proration sink located in the cook line. 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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee training during this inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Operator unable to provide proof of employee training during this inspection. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on two door reach-in cooler in back room area torn. Also, handle on reach in freezer in back room area in disrepair - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Gasket on two door reach-in cooler in back room area torn. Also, handle on reach in freezer in back room area in disrepair Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles in kitchen area chipped/ cracked/ in disrepair - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles in kitchen area chipped/ cracked/ in disrepair Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed flip top reach in cooler ambient temperature 54F. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: At the time of the callback inspection operator was waiting for technician to arrive. At the time of the callback inspection food was stored on ice inside the flip top cooler in kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: At the time of the callback inspection drain plug missing. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler ambient temperature at 52F, glass door reach in cooler located at the front counter area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Observed reach in cooler ambient temperature at 56F, reach in cooler located at the back area, no TCS food was observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored by clean utensils in the kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored by clean utensils in the kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets broken. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets broken. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Missing drain plug at dumpster. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-14: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen area. Time Extended

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed fish stored in thank you bags.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over produce in the walk in cooler.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over cooked chicken in the cooler located in the kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (48°F - Cold Holding); ham (49°F - Cold Holding) at the front counter, at the time of the inspection observed employee left the door open for a while.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (128°F - Hot Holding) in the steam table as per operator less than 20 minutes.

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 sliced ham and cheese with no date marked at the front counter.

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

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area.

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed scoops stored on the 3 compartment handle exposed to splash by the hand sink. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored by clean equipment in the kitchen area. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets in the cooler located in the kitchen area.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of meat stored in the walk in freezer.

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall behind reach in cooler located in the kitchen area.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled at the front counter.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler located in the kitchen area.