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MBS CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT AND BAKERY INC

1825 E SAMPLE RD, POMPANO BEACH · Broward County

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. 1. Observed Spaghetti (61F), cooked beef (61F), rice and beans (61F), cooked corn (61F), and snapper (58F) in walk in cooler, stored overnight in unit per operator. Not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed Spaghetti (61F), cooked beef (61F), rice and beans (61F), cooked corn (61F), and snapper (58F) in walk in cooler, stored overnight in unit per operator. Not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Spaghetti in walk in cooler prepared two days ago per operator with no date marking.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on food storage rack opposite cookline and on storage racks in warewash area.
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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

3664 W HILLSBORO BLVD, DEERFIELD BEACH · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Butter not time stamped. Manager stated items was just done less than thirty minutes. Dated butter
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Dishwasher heat disc off by more than 3 degrees
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans being stacked wet
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage cup on prep table. Manager discarded

GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT

4861 COCONUT CREEK PKWY, COCONUT CREEK · Broward County

Live, small flying insects found. 1 flying small insect in washing area in kitchen not landing. Operator removed.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed bagged raw cow feet stored in the same container of raw chicken. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. One door cooler:cheese 49F, per operator in unit over 4 hours. 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. One door cooler:cheese 49F, per operator in unit over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed: 1 bottle in kitchen 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled
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10261 PINES BLVD, PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes at 130F Employee reheated to 175F
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked mushrooms in reach in cooler at 47F Item cooked yesterday.
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.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Employee eating while preparing food.
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1015 NE 26 ST, WILTON MANORS · Broward County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of bulk cream cheese mixs and sliced chicken, no date marks. Per operator, 25-36 hours since preparation.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator needs a written plan for holding raw shell eggs at room temperature. Form emailed to Proprietors.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed drink on food prep counter. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single serve on the floor in storage area and behind front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like buildup on AC vents in kitchen.
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228 S UNIVERSITY DR, PLANTATION · Broward County

Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

JUST SPOONS SOUL

5201 W BROWARD BLVD, PLANTATION · Broward County

Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator refill the sanitizer bucket then changed gloves but didnt wash their hands. Operator washed hands and changed their gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground turkey stored over ready to eat gravy in the left reach in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat vegetables in the tall cooler in the prep area. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in large white reach-in freezer.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator corrected to 200ppm.

EARLS KITCHEN + BAR

1002 E LAS OLAS BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the bar, cheese stuffed olives (64F - Cold Holding). The olives were stored outside of the refrigerator for less than 1 hour. They were returned to the refrigerator to chill and cold hold. The olives were not prepped or portioned today
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler, raw beef patties were stored over raw pork. The items were switched.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the bar, a spray bottle of sanitizer was not labeled. The bar tender labeled the bottle

WEST PALM COWBOY CLUB

200 CLEMATIS ST STE 101, 2ND FLOOR MEZZANINE, WEST PALM BEACH · Broward County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at splitter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed with one ice machine

BIG DADDY CONCH RESTAURANT AND GRILL

361 NW 27 AVE, POMPANO BEACH · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above hot dogs in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked rice and beans (110F-130F - Hot Holding). Item was cooked approximately 1.5 hours ago and held on top of stove. Operator moved to steam table and retook temperature at 168F Mac and cheese (116F - Hot Holding). Being held in steam table for approximately 1 hour. Steam table turned off. Operator moved to oven and began reheating. Retook temperature at 150F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel cleaners, aerosol air fresheners stored with dry storage food items at front counter. Operator properly stored
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves eggs undercooked per customer request, raw conch for conch salad. No consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided to operator. Operator posted
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Quaternary test kit provided for chlorine sanitizer
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FREDA'S DOMINICAN CUISINE

6868 POWERLINE RD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above peeled and washed plantains in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized. Raw shell eggs stored above half and half in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (110F - Hot Holding) being held above fill line out of hot liquid. Operator states item has been in steam table less than 1 hour. Operator stirred, turned up steam table and rechecked temperature at 165F
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed and designated low section for employee items only
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf with dry food items. Employee removed

6815 STIRLING RD, DAVIE · Broward County

No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to triple sinks.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door by kitchen.

2806 N UNIVERSITY DR, SUNRISE · Broward County

3 Ceiling tile missing in back of the house.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door next to triple sinks.

VS NATURAL SIP LLC

4964 PINE ISLAND RD, LAUDERHILL · Broward County

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.

FLORENTINOS ITALIAN CUISINE

2571 SE OCEAN BLVD, STUART · Martin County

Ceiling tile missing.

TWIN DRAGON RESTUARANT

2389 SE OCEAN BLVD, STUART · Martin County

Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.

DUE FRATELLI'S PIZZERIA AND RESTAURANT

4272 NE OCEAN BLVD, JENSEN BEACH · Martin County

No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator provided
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Removed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt .removed

HUTCHINSON SHORES RESORT & SPA

3793 NE OCEAN BLVD, JENSEN BEACH · Martin County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Lobster bisque 115F (hot holding) at 12:00 inside hot box at kitchen Per operator food left out of temperature for approximately 1 hour Operator began to reheat items on stove Second temperature 135F at 12:30
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed inside walk in cooler: Cooked rice made on 8/18 chipotle sauce made on 8/10 caramelized onions made on 8/18 House made sour cream sauce made on 8/14 Items exceed 7 days after opening/ preparation See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed inside walk in cooler: Cooked rice made on 8/18 chipotle sauce made on 8/10 caramelized onions made on 8/18 House made sour cream sauce made on 8/14 Items exceed 7 days after opening/ preparation See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple hand washing sinks set up as emergency eyewash stations with eye washing connector attached to faucets in main kitchen
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Per operator 80 seats at restaurant

OLD DIXIE CAFE BREAKFAST & LUNCH

300 OLD DIXIE HWY #101, JUPITER · Palm Beach County

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. Observed dishwasher handling dirty dishes and without washing hands handling clean dishes. Dishwasher washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator labeled food on Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control 6:30-10:30
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1)Observed raw shrimp above cooked plantains in reach in freezer not all products commercially packaged.. Operator move to other freezer . 2 observed raw liver above ready to eat soup in chest freezer not all products commercially packaged. Operator moved liver to new freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1Observed can opener soiled with food debris. 2) observed ice machine and soda ice shoot solid with mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic bucket in hand washing sink . Operator removed
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1328 NW 2 AVE, BOCA RATON · Palm Beach County

Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered establishment from outside walked into kitchen and began preparing food without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
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 cell phone then continued preparing food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed/ran machine multiple times, retested at chlorine 10ppm.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees present and working longer than 60 days, no proof of current required state approved food handler training. Advised Operator to provide current proof of training.
Hand wash sink missing in ware-washing and food preparation areas. Advised Operator to install additional hand washing sink by triple sink/dish machine/back prep table.
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EM SQUARED RESTAURANTS LLC

14470 S MILITARY TRAIL, DELRAY BEACH · Palm Beach County

Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized...pot, spatula washing at mop sink . Employee removed to dishwashing sink after discussion.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking...grilled chicken, crispy chicken in hot holding case being held less than 4 hours . Manager time marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...heavy grease buildup in grilled kitchen tray at hot holding case.

ANGELO'S CHICKEN & PIZZA

155 TONEY PENNA DR, JUPITER · Palm Beach County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed oil and garlic (70F - Cold Holding); butter (70F - Cold Holding) at room temperature. Operator stated less then hour and will place on time as public health control. From 11-3
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken glass door in cooler in rear kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at rear hand sink
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil on floor by walkin refrigerator.

MIYI LA CUBANITA CUBAN CAFE CHOLA WENGUE INC

1332 NW 2 AVE, BOCA RATON · Palm Beach County

Non-food grade "Thank You" bags used in direct contact with food (raw pork and raw steak). Non-food grade garbage/trash bag used in direct contact with bread. Advised Operator to use only food-grade bags/containers for food storage.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee cashiering handling order entry, point of sale system customer payment/change then prepared drinks, picked up/served plated food for/to customers without washing hands. Employee entered kitchen from outside/dining room and began preparing food for customers without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing/requirements.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs then continued preparing/plating ready to eat/cooked food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing/requirements.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At counter top steam table; cooked beans (120F - Hot Holding). Operator stated cooked beans reheated on cooktop prior to being held for less than 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F and held at 135F or above.
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3246 LANTANA RD, LANTANA · Palm Beach County

Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw shell eggs (53F - Cold Holding) Observed on ice bath. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 1.5hours. Advised operator to use time control. Advised operator to place time stamp for remaining 2.5 hours. Time control procedure emailed to operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice bath: pooled eggs (51F - Cold Holding); breakfast potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); flip top cooler: patty sausage (52F - Cold Holding); crumbled sausage (54F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 1.5 hours. Advised operator to ice down products.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled raw shell eggs over corned beef hash at flip top,cooler, raw shell eggs and pooled raw shell eggs over cooked potatoes at walk in cooler. Operator stored all products properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on floor at cook line. Advised operator to kill and remove roach from restaurant.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. link sausage (54F - Cooling) at 8:50; cooling since 6:45 - 54F at 9:25 - At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 6 hours ; diced tomatoes (54F - Cooling) at 8:52; cooling since 6:45 - 51F at 9:25 - At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Advised operator to ice down product.
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132 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD, BOYNTON BEACH · Palm Beach County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Clean pans and mixing bowls stored on untreated wooden shelf.

THE DANCING CRANE

11401 NORTHLAKE BLVD, PALM BEACH GARDENS · Palm Beach County

No soap provided at handwash sink. At ware washing area, no soap at hand sink. Operator provided hand soap.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At cook line, in use knife stored in between equipment. Operator removed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in food prep/ware washing area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, Unwashed produce-potatoes stored over cooked vegetables-Carrots, green beans. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.

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