RANCHO MATEO STEAKHOUSE

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions in oil at (87F - Hot Holding) on the cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed cooked onions in oil at (97F - Hot Holding) on the cook line. A stop sale was issued. Employee discarded. Admin Complaint

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed improper cooling method for Hawaiian sauce in a covered plastic container(150F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed improper cooling method for Hawaiian sauce in a covered plastic container(45°F - Cooling) dated 03/09-26 inside walk in cooler. A stop sale was issued. Employee discarded food item. Admin Complaint

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rust build up on housing of ice scoop in the kitchen. Observed soiled dish racks, meat slicer worn food debris on the blade, wood plank use asa prepping table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed rust build up on housing of ice scoop in the kitchen. Observed soiled dish racks, meat slicer worn food debris on the blade, wood plank use as a prepping table. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a knife and cutting board blocking handwashing sink in mini prep /kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed sanitizing bucket stored inside hand wash sink at the entrance of the kitchen. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observe no asterisks identifying raw foods for steaks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observe no asterisks identifying raw foods for steaks. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary and chlorine test strips available. Also observed to test strips for vegetable sanitizer being used. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed no quaternary and chlorine test strips available. Also observed to test strips for vegetable sanitizer being used. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside the walk in cooler, freezer, ware wash area and kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled ceiling vents inside the walk in cooler, freezer, ware wash area and kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet food pans store on shelves in watershed area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed wet food pans store on shelves in ware wash area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer door in disrepair. Also observed cracked lid cover for harina in the dry storage room and broken door gaskets for walk in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Also observed cracked lid cover for harina in the dry storage room and broken door gaskets for walk in freezer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed at the prep area in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed at the prep area in kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed missing oil pan for stove next to 3 compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed missing oil pan for stove next to 3 compartment sink. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall next to door entering into dry storage area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed holes on the wall next to door entering into dry storage area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezers at the bar, one near coffee station and one in the kitchen, and one on dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezers at the bar, one near coffee station and one in the kitchen, and one on dry storage area Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Missing drain plug at dumpster. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at small prep area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hws in the bar and near 3CS. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed no handwashing sign at the hws in the bar. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets for walk in cooler, walk in freezer and reach in coolers. Observed exterior of ice machine, exterior of reach in coolers near coffee station soiled. Observed soiled oven mittens stored on top of large mixer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed soiled gaskets for walk in cooler, walk in freezer and reach in coolers. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended

High Priority - Employee washed hands with gloves on and continue food preparation. Warning

High Priority - Food in direct contact to the bottom of another container that was on a soiled surface. Also observed deli container of lime stored on top of ice used for drinks at the bar. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausages over cooked shrimp inside reach in cooler in the kitchen prep area. Warning

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live large American cockroach in the kitchen near wood fire pit. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa (48F - Cold Holding); beans (44F - Cold Holding); gucamole (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillet (47F); chicken soup (46F - Cold Holding); beef stock (46F - Cold Holding); beef filling for empanadas (47F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions in oil at (87F - Hot Holding) on the cook line. Warning

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed PIC was unaware on how to calibrate a thermometer. Warning

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unaware of the cooking temperature for steak when asked. Warning

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed improper cooling method for Hawaiian sauce in a covered plastic container(150F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rust build up on housing of ice scoop in the kitchen. Observed soiled dish racks, meat slicer worn food debris on the blade, wood plank use asa prepping table. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a knife and cutting board blocking handwashing sink in mini prep /kitchen area. Warning

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observe no asterisks identifying raw foods for steaks. Warning

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary and chlorine test strips available. Also observed to test strips for vegetable sanitizer being used. Warning

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/ Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hws in the bar. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hws in the bar and hws near 3CS. Manager provided. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original food handler certificates. Manager arrived at the time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no water for hand wash sink at the entrance of the kitchen. Manager turned on the water, hot water available. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed for male bathroom. Manager closed. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used as a scoop for pico de gallo in walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside the walk in cooler, freezer, ware wash area and kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed ice buckets used for beer stored on the floor in alcoholstorage area near the office. Warning

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed glassware no inverted on shelves near coffee station. Warning

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. Observe food items stored inside walking cooler below 41°F and ambient temperature around 50°F at the time of inspection. Warning

Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Warning

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet food pans store on shelves in watershed area. Warning

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer door in disrepair. Also observed cracked lid cover for harina in the dry storage room and broken door gaskets for walk in freezer. Warning

Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed at the prep area in kitchen. Warning

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed missing oil pan for stove next to 3 compartment sink. Warning

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed large gap for exit door. Warning

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall next to door entering into dry storage area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezers at the bar, one near coffee station and one in the kitchen, and one on dry storage area. Warning

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching the ice in the ice machine in the kitchen and at the bar. Warning

Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Warning

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning

Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hws in the bar and near 3CS. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets for walk in cooler, walk in freezer and reach in coolers. Observed exterior of ice machine, exterior of reach in coolers near coffee station soiled. Observed soiled oven mittens stored on top of large mixer. Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed for spoons stored on counters near coffee station. Warning

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

Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood on shelving units housing clean glassware at coffee station. Warning

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 8lb container of arepas and 5lbs of cooked seafood cream soup with date marking exceeding 7 days. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 8lb container of arepas and 5lbs of cooked seafood cream soup with date marking exceeding 7 days. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed arepas (82F - Cold Holding); raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); churrassco (58F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per employee, arepas were held at room temperature for less than 2 hours and raw steak and raw churrassco were placed indie unit 30 minutes prior. Employees placed bags of ice over products. Observed guacamole with tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (42F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler across from char grill. As per employee, for less than 2 hours. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked maduro (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per employee for approximately 30 minutes. Employee reheated product to 197F. Observed cooked potatoes (96F - Hot Holding) at room temperature inside fryer basket. Employee reheated product to 203F. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with stains at cook line. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at hand sink at cook line. Warning

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling at liquor room. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (68F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (67F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (67F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. As per cook, products placed inside unit less than 1 hour. Employees placed bags of ice over products. Corrective Action Taken Admin Complaint

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (119F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per cook, product placed inside unit less than 1 hour. Cook took product to reheat to 165F. Observed cooked pork belly (109F - Hot Holding); cooked sausage (92F - Cold Holding) at room temperature inside fryer baskets at cook line. As per cook, less than 30 minutes. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at preparation area and cook line. Manager replenished paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents at storage room, preparation room and warehouse washing area soiled with black substance. Warning

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 ambient temperature at reach in cooler drawers at cook line at 58F. Warning

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked at walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Flour scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed flour holster soiled with old food debris at dry storage area. Warning

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling at liquor room. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink at cook line. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed liquor gun holster soiled at bar. Observed exterior of reach in coolers at bar soiled. Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at bar soiled with old food debris. Warning

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked ribs at 48° F to 52°F cooling from the previous day inside the walk in cooler. Observed cooked chicken at 53° F cooling from the previous day inside the walk in cooler.

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked ribs at 48° F to 52°F cooling from the previous day inside the walk in cooler. Observed cooked chicken at 53° F cooling from the previous day inside the walk in cooler.

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Kitchen: Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 5 flies flying in the kitchen area, 2 landing on the wall.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut lettuce at walk in cooler.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (50F - Cold Holding) stored inside reach in cooler drawers at cook line.

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing vacuum breaker at hose bibb located at mop area and cook line area.

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unable to answer probe thermometer calibration temperature and steam table minimum temperature.

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed several deep plastic containers covered with food under the cooling process from the previous day stored inside.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed hoods with heavy accumulation of grease at cook line.

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strip. Operator found test strips.

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 more than 4 employees working at the time of inspection no food manager present. Manager arrived at the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line area and bar area.

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 Elias Guedas hired more than 30 days with no health reporting agreement.

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar area and cook line area.

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. Observed new employee hired more than 60 days Elias Guedes with no food handlers certificate.

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed alcohol bottle not identified as its common name at bar area.

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside lentils at dry storage area.

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

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed cutting boards stored next to hand washing sink at prep area.

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee restroom.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed packaging machine with standing water inside at dry storage area.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer at dry storage area. Observed at curtains at walk in freezer.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at bar area.

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 corn inside container at dry storage area.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 70 F at cook line.

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at preparation sink at preparation area .

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at preparation area hoods.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar area.

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed 2 compartment prep sink pipe in disrepair covered in tape.

Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed straws at bar area not individually wrapped.

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of preparation table at prep area.

Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Gas water heater room.

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the reach in cooler located behind the steam table observed cut tomatoes (50 F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding), as per chef for more than 4 hours Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler located in the cook line observed raw bacon (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (49 F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding). In the refrigerated drawers under the grill observed raw steak (53F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw steak (47F - Cold Holding), as per chef for less than 4 hour. Employee transferred food to another cooler to rapidly cool down. In the reach in cooler located behind the steam table observed cut tomatoes (50 F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding), as per chef for more than 4 hours. Employee discarding food. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by a mop and garbage can, manager removed it on site. Warning

Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed a plastic container cracked on the rim. Warning

Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knife stored between reach in coolers in the cook line area. Warning

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

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the walk in cooler, going to the walk in freezer. Warning

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. By the dishwashing area. Warning

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In the flour container observed lid cracked. Warning

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Warning

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

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. Warning

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed soup with vegetables (112 F - Cooling) at room temperature near preparation area. As per employee, item was prepared at 8:30AM. Temperature was taken at 11:10AM. Employee took item to reheat to 165 F. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of red peppers in storage area. Warning

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects inside soda gun holster at bar area. Observed approximately five flying insects flying at bar area. Employee cleaned and sanitized holster. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked pork at reach in cooler across from ice machine. Observed raw calamari stored over cooked pork at reach in cooler across from ice machine. Warning

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

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 mango mousse, chocolate mousse with no date marking. As per manager, received six days prior. Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda gun at bar. Observed soiled dishes stored with clean dishes across from cook line. Warning

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

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located at bar area. Employee replenished soap. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed dish machine reach surface temperature of 127F. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bins with black beans, white rice and flour with plastic container with no handle inside storage area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves in storage area where sugar and flour are stored. Warning

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

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tile near ice machine. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed rice stored on floor inside storage area. Observed oil container stored on floor in storage area. Warning

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 submerged inside container with corn in storage area. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 84F at cook line. Warning

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at bar area and preparation area. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled soda gun holster located at bar. Observed soiled gasket at reach in cooler in front of grill inside kitchen. Observed soiled fan cover inside walk in cooler. Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at cooler at cook line across from oven. Warning

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of straws on floor in storage area. Warning

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service aluminum containers not inverted in storage area. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located in front of grill. Warning

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Warning

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

Basic - Water leaking from top of interior of reach in cooler in front of grill. Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

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 chlorine at 0 ppm at the time of the inspection. Operator calibrated machine second reading at 100ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken and raw fish above cabbage inside walk-in cooler. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (108°F - Hot Holding) above preparation table at kitchen cook line, as per operator less than 20 min. Operator reheated to 165°F and relocated at steam table. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning products stored inside hand wash sink located at kitchen area. Broom and chair blocked access to hand wash sink located at bar. Warning

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. Observed approximately 10 employees engaging food preparation no training available. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles as per manager with windows cleaner not labeled. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed pipe sealant near empanada machine. Operator discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed accumulated items above dishwasher machine, tools and parts stored above. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go container to scoop cook rice from rice cooker at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed above empanadas machine next to service exit door. Warning

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at preparation area next to dry storage. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent inside employees bathroom soiled, also next-to hood kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted at kitchen service line. Warning

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

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup of coffee above cutting table at preparation area. 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 operator drinking coffee at kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cellphone stored above preparation table at preparation area. Operator relocated. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair at kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with raw pork stored on kitchen floor, also flour on dry storage. Operator relocated. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Warning

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall next to dry storage room across exit service door. Warning

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Warning

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

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Educational material provided. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood across walk-in cooler. Warning

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed approximately 8 bottles of water from employees stored in multiple coolers at kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at employees bathroom. Warning

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoon not inverted at waitress area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pork not covered inside walk-in cooler. Operator covered. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 5 boxes of pork, 4 boxes of squid and 4 boxes of fish thawed at room temperature as per operator less than 30 min. Food still frozen solid. Operator relocated inside walk-in cooler . Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed pork ribs thawed inside of three compartment sink under water barely running. Operator adjusted water. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed as per manager sugar and flour stored in food grade container not labeled. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (47°F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46°F - Cold Holding). As per manager less than two hours. Person in charge moved to walk-in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

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

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed trays stored in handwash sink next to reach in freezer. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels next to ice machine. Person in charge provided paper towels. Warning

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

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, next to ice machine. Observed no soap next to ice machine. Person in charge provided soap. Warning

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Coffee grinder Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense beans. Warning

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

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with accumulation of dust in walk-in cooler and preparation area Warning

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned trays not inverted in top of three compartment sink. Warning

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed wrapped silverware stored on floor. Warning

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

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal drink not identified by coffee station. Warning

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

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket in disrepair. Warning

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed drains floor soiled. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed limes and orange on floor by coffee station. Warning

Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses, located. Observed ice bucket on floor by coffee station. Warning

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed by preparation area and coffee station. Warning

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 in contact with flour. Warning

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Warning

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons improperly stored in back preparation area. Warning

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted in front of cook line. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing at room temperature. Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 0ppm. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with bread crumbs not identified in storage room. Warning