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BIG APPLE PIZZA OF HOBE SOUND

11722 SE FEDERAL HWY, HOBE SOUND · Martin County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink by dishwasher with ice in sink. Operator removed.
Observed can opener and slicer surface soiled with food debris.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed with 3 pieces of lasagna that were defrosting in walk-in refrigerator
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operate I had no chlorine test strips for dishwasher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in kitchen . Observed at ice dispenser at soda machine.
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EL RANCHO RESTAURANT

15492 SW WARFIELD BLVD, INDIANTOWN · Martin County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer - raw chicken not commercially packaged stored over cooked sausage patties - operator removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At reach in cooler raw chicken stored over raw beef - operator removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. At tall reach in cooler - non food grade to-go shopping bags used to store cut tortillas - operator removed.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At tall reach in cooler - Cooked rice 94F at 9:45 to 94F at 10:05 (cooling since 9:00)- food stored in large quantity and covered-at current rate of cooling food will not reach to 41F within remaining time a¿¿ operator placed in reach in freezer to quick chill.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green chemical spray bottle, not labeled- operator labeled.
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ROTIS INDIAN RESTAURANT

13025 US HWY 301 S STE 102, RIVERVIEW · Hillsborough County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board.

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-75

4562 LAKE WORTH RD, LAKE WORTH · Palm Beach County

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. At 0 ppm, Operator corrected to 50ppm chlorine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line One door stainless steel, cheese 46F cold holding ; cooked chicken 47F ( - Cold Holding); raw beef 48F ( - Cold Holding Walk in cooler Ham 44F cold holding, cheese 46F cold holding, Per operator both cooler were left open for approximately 1 hour and not prepared or portioned today . Operator iced down products
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes then handled clean dishes Employee washed hands
Live, small flying insects found. 1 flying around dishwasher area landing on clean plates Operator moved plates to wash and was unable to kill it

POPEYE'S FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN

932 MAIN ST, BELLE GLADE · Palm Beach County

Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. At fryer area: raw chicken (118F - Cooking) Observed chef remove cooked chicken from fryer and placed on hot holding rack for storage. Chicken did not cook to a minimum of 165F. Operator removed chicken to cook to 165+F.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At front counter make table: shredded lettuce (46F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; sliced cheese (51F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; shredded cheese (52F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 7am. At walk in cooler: coleslaw (46F at 11:30am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 6:51am. Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At front counter make table: shredded lettuce (46F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; sliced cheese (51F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; shredded cheese (52F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 7am. At walk in cooler: coleslaw (46F at 11:30am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 6:51am. Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch clothes then handled bottles of sauces; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handled raw chicken, peeled glove off then began to handle clean bucket; no hand wash. Observed employee touch forehead and clothes then began to handle mittens to handle baskets of cooked chicken and clean fryer basket; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
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LAS AMERICAS LATIN RESTAURANT

1336 S MILITARY TRL, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

In reach in cooler at cook line raw fish stored directly above marinara sauce, discussed with operator who corrected storage.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Clean knives stored on visibly soiled magnet strip, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler across from stove interior soiled with accumulation of food residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize.

5 BOYS HAITIAN-AMERICAN RESTAURANT LLC

2166 N DIXIE, BOCA RATON · Palm Beach County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. 2 pans of cooked Goat date marked 8/1/26, 3 pans of cooked pork date marked 8/1/26 , 1 pan of cooked turkey date marked 8/1/26. All located in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw turkey not in original packaging over raw beef. Operator moved turkey.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw turkey and cooked beef patties stored in plastic handle bags in chest freezer. Informed operator of proper bags/containers
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 2 pans of cooked Goat date marked 8/1/26, 3 pans of cooked pork date marked 8/1/26 , 1 pan of cooked turkey date marked 8/1/26. All located in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
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. Reviewed big six food borne illnesses with operator and provided big six hand out
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BAMBY RESTAURANT & BAR INC

6011 S DIXIE HWY, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. housemade salsa (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today stored in glass door reach in cooler. Per operator, item was stored in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
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. housemade salsa (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today stored in glass door reach in cooler. Per operator, item was stored in cooler overnight.

PALM BEACH PIZZA

6901 OKEECHOBEE BLVD C-3, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

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.

1412 LUCERNE AVE, LAKE WORTH · Palm Beach County

Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. Observed parrot fish being stored in reach in cooler. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. Observed parrot fish being stored in reach in cooler. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade plastic thank you bags being used to store turkey meat in reach in freezer.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked rice and beans (50F - Cooling for 3 hours at 11:30, 50F at 12:05); raw fish (48F - Cooling for 3 hours at 11:30, 48F at 12:05) cooling in covered containers in reach in cooler. Operator moved items to reach in freezer to quick chill.
No soap provided at handwash sink at kitchen area.
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2298 N DIXIE HWY, BOCA RATON · Palm Beach County

Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager, Nicolas Velasco 6/17/21
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet to hand wash sink loose.
Equipment in poor repair. Metal shelf under prep table in kitchen has large hole in it.

EM SQUARED RESTAURANTS LLC

6712 FOREST HILLS BLVD, GREENACRES · Palm Beach County

Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds (5 seconds) while washing hands after entering kitchen before handling/preparing food. Advised Operator and employee who then washed hands properly rubbing together for 15 seconds while washing.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer and then at walk-in freezer; opened package of raw comminuted beef stored over cooked plantains and then opened package of raw comminuted beef stored over cooked potato fries. Operator moved raw comminuted beef from improper storage at reach in freezer to improper storage at walk-in freezer. Operator moved item to bottom shelf.

801 N CONGRESS AVE #719, BOYNTON BEACH · Palm Beach County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler: sliced chicken (52F - Cold Holding) Per operator, sitting out on counter for approximately 15 minutes. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Operator placed product in freezer to quick chill.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cabbage at walk in cooler. Operator stored products properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table: bourbon chicken (101F - Hot Holding); curry chicken (126F - Hot Holding) Observed overstocked above fill line on pan. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator returned to oven to reheat to 165+F.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed crawling on hand wash sink in back prep area. Advised operator to kill and remove roach.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chlorine stored next to beverage cups under steam table. Operator stored chlorine properly.

LA BAMBA MEXICAN & SPANISH RESTAURANT

4285 W ATLANTIC AVE, DELRAY BEACH · Palm Beach County

Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled...employee grabbed raw hamburger and then handled cleaned utensils,touching tortillas packet without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee washed hands after discussion.
Live, small flying insects found....one flying bee landing on the table at prep station. Manager killed and sanitized table .
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....can opener blade . Employee cleaned
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing....rinsing ice scoop in handwashing sink .
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.throughout dishwashing area by the walk in cooler.
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ZIREE THAI & SUSHI

401 W ATLANTIC AVE #R-7, DELRAY BEACH · Palm Beach County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours...curry sauce 44F-47F at walk in cooler. Per Cook food was cooked yesterday.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours...curry sauce 44F-47F at walk in cooler. Per Cook food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue . Employee discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....bean sprouts 57F, tofu 57F in reach in cooler at kitchen, food not prepped or portioned today , food being held less than 4 hours , per Cook food was out for little minutes and then he removed reach in cooler . Reviewed cold hold temperature for TCS food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex spray bottle stored by cleaned container, wine . Employee removed.
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.
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4636 W FOREST HILL BLVD, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

Dented #10 can baby corn present. See stop sale. Operator segregated dented can.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen after sitting at table in dining room then handled clean equipment, clean utensils and food without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer; storage containers of raw beef stored over plastic wrapped sheet tray of ready to eat cream cheese Rangoon. Operator moved raw beef below ready to eat and above raw chicken.
Multiple stored food items not covered in walk-in cooler. Advised Operator to cover.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment next to flip top. Operator removed.
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201 N US HWY 1 STE B-12, JUPITER · Palm Beach County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink hose line splitter installed with no vacuum breaker, discussed with operator to install vacuum breaker.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer non commercially packaged raw chicken stored over hamburger buns, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler raw shell eggs stored above hamburger sauce, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Establishment conducts non continuous cooking of chicken wings, per operator wings are partially cooked half way and then cooled and later finish cooking to order, discussed with operator requirements for non continuous cooking.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at bar, discussed with operator who provided paper towels.
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5096 FOREST HILL BLVD STE 300, WEST PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee touched fried chicken being held using time as a public health control at room temperature with bare hand. Advised Operator to wear single use gloves/utensils/food service paper when touching ready to eat food not subsequently heated to a minimum of 145F. Operator washed hands, donned gloves then placed fried chicken to be heated to a minimum of 145F.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while washing and rinsing then handled clean equipment, clean utensils and prepared food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container in direct contact with cooked pork dumplings. Advised Operator to remove towel and to use only food-grade materials for food storage/contact.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; plastic wrapped storage container of raw chicken stored over buckets of ready to eat sauce. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At flip top; cooked shrimp (77F - Cooling 1:15). Operator stated cooling since 11:00am, did not reach 70F within 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F and then start the cooling process over at 135F-70F within 2 hours and 135F-41F within a total of 6 hours.
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VIVA ITALIAN PIZZA

815 US HWY 1, LAKE PARK · Palm Beach County

Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris- at prep station across from three compartment sink
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- cook line

DON RAMON CUBAN CUISINE

11071 SOUTHERN BLVD STE #140, ROYAL PALM BEACH · Palm Beach County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer, Raw beef stored above vegetables, not all commercially packaged. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee did not wash hands properly prior to putting on clean gloves and began preparing food. Advised operator of proper hand washing. Employee washed hands correctly.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed hands without soap then put on clean gloves and began preparing food. Advised operator of proper hand washing. Employee washed hands properly.
Operator is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of frozen fish, raw meat, poultry, or fruit and vegetables, cured meat and poultry, hard or semisoft cheese with no ingredients added at the establishment, cook-chill packaging, or sous vide packaging without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. More information can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/special-process/. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw meat without an approved HAACP plan. Advised operator to submit a HAACP plan to the division for approval. Operator removed raw meat from vacuum sealed packaging.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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PIEZANO'S PIZZA & PASTA

4131 N FEDERAL HWY, BOCA RATON · Palm Beach County

Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee top salad with croutons with bare hands, instructed employee to wash hands and put on gloves
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken breaded stored over cooked eggplant in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw chicken and properly stored . Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat tomato sauce. Operator moved shell eggs and properly stored
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. One door reach in cook line ; fried chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding) operator states items in fridge for 2 hours, moved to walk in cooler. Retook temperatures at end of inspection at 43F
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee brought trash into kitchen then served beverages to customer no handwashing. Operator informed employee who then washed hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Coconut shrimp stored in nonfood-grade bag in chest freezer. Operator moved to food grade bags.
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JUICEBERRY ORGANIC AND NATURAL FOOD

1899 N CONGRESS AVE BAY #3, BOYNTON BEACH · Palm Beach County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Primary walk in: chicken soup (46F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (44F - Cold Holding); black beans (44F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Advised operator to move products to reach in Freezers to quick chill.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Hot chili vinaigrette with canned chipotle and garlic made 7/28 at walk in cooler.
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. Not available at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By triple sink.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean food storage pans stored on rack that has an accumulation of rust over triple sink.
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