Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation inspectors have been pretty busy lately, finding 165 violations at eight South Florida food establishments and ordering all of them shut down for cleanup.
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Inspectors found rodent problems at Subway in Davie, Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine in Plantation and Nick’s Pizza in Deerfield Beach, along with roach problems at La Rivera, Q’Onda Taqueria and Asados El Paisa Broward.
Records show flies were spotted landing on food at Q’Onda Taqueria, Thyme Machine and Bagel Express.
Inspectors found everything from large amounts of rodent droppings and roaches inside refrigerators to flies landing on food and mold-like buildup inside an ice machine.
They also found food being held at unsafe temperatures and employees failing to properly wash their hands.
At Bagel Express, inspectors had to return three times before they were allowed to re-open.
Below is a list of the places inspected and some of the violations inspectors found.
All of the establishments mentioned have been allowed to re-open following an ordered cleanup and re-inspection.
No restaurant kitchens in the Florida Keys were ordered shut.
**SUBWAY
4002 SW 64TH AVE.
DAVIE
ORDERED SHUT 9/3
3 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 2 rodent droppings under filing cabinet in preparation area. 2) 6 rodent droppings under dry storage rack in preparation area. 3) 1 rodent dropping under triple sink.”
“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. Lowboy Reach in Cooler under oven- ; Premade Pizza (49F – Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lowboy Reach in Cooler under oven- ; Premade Pizza (49F – Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.”
**LA RIVERA
123 NE 20TH AVE.
DEERFIELD BEACH
ORDERED SHUT 9/3
15 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink in kitchen. 2. Observed 4 live roaches under hand sink at front counter kitchen.”
“Dead roaches on premises. 1. Observed bucket of clear liquid with dead roach floating in it under prep table in kitchen.”
“Live, small flying insects found. 1. Observed 2 live, small, flying insects resting on cocoa and cold brew bags in kitchen. 2. Observed 2 live, small, flying insects resting on glove box and food service paper box in kitchen. 3. Observed approximately 7 live, small, flying insects flying at front counter and in dining area. 4. Observed approximately 26 live, small, flying insects resting on wall and shelving above triple sink in kitchen. 5. Observed 3 live, small, flying insects resting on food prep table legs in kitchen. 6. Observed 8 live, small, flying insects resting on wall next to dish machine in kitchen.”
“Interior of toaster oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in kitchen.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Observed buildup of old food debris under two door reach in cooler in kitchen.”
“Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed knives and forks stored not inverted or protected at food prep table in kitchen.”
“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees preparing food and handling food utensils without wearing hair restraints.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
**OLIVO MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
7815 WEST SUNRISE BLVD.
PLANTATION
ORDERED SHUT 9/3
13 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 3 rodent droppings on prep table next to Hobart Microwave in kitchen. 2) 3 rodent droppings in clean tray on lower shelf of preparation table in kitchen. 3) 4 rodent droppings across from single door freezer in kitchen.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top- ; Hummus (50F- Cold Holding) Cream Cheese (48F – Cold Holding). Double Doors Glass- ; Sour Cream (60F – Cold Holding); Yogurt (56F – Cold Holding) Per Chef food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tray of raw beef stored above container of sour cream in True double doors reach in cooler. Employee moved to a different reach in cooler and stored correctly.”
“Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Hot water turned off in kitchen resulting in employees using only cold water to wash hands. Water temperature 78F. Repeat Violation.”
“No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.”
**NICK’S PIZZA
137 NE 2ND AVE.
DEERFIELD BEACH
ORDERED SHUT 9/3
12 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. Observed approximately 200 rodent droppings on floor under food and food utensils storage shelving next to soda coolers. 2. Observed approximately 100 rodents droppings on all shelves of speed rack, on boxes, metal pans, and table linens.”
“Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.”
“Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.”
“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. No time mark observed on cheese pizza held using time as a public health control.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen. 2. Door gaskets at two door reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. 3. Observed stand mixer covered with heavy old food residue . Repeat Violation.”
**Q’ONDA TAQUERIA
10575 SW 109TH CT
KENDALL
ORDERED SHUT 9/3
39 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 30 live roaches crawling inside of reach in cooler where raw meats are stored and inside reach in cooler gaskets next to dish area. Observed 23 live roaches crawling inside of reach in cooler drawers under flat top grill on cook line. Observed 15+ live roaches crawling inside of reach in cooler across cook line where various sauces and shredded cheese is stored and inside reach in cooler gaskets. Observed one live roach inside of oven on cook line. Observed one live roach crawling on wall behind grill. Observed two live roaches crawling on floor underneath grill on cook line.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on table where grill is stored on cook line. Observed 2 dead roaches behind white chest freezer on cook line. Observed 3 dead roaches inside reach in cooler drawers under flat top grill on cook line. Observed 3 dead roaches behind standing reach in coolers in prep area. Observed 1 dead roach behind table where onions are stored near back door. Observed 4 dead roaches inside of reach in cooler across cook line.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Live, small flying insects found. Observed 15+ live flies flying and landing inside container of tomatillo salsa on table near kitchen entrance. Observed 20+ live flies landing inside crate and on top of yellow onions near back door. Observed 20+ live flies landing inside crate and on top of red onions near back door.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 15+ live flies flying and landing inside container of tomatillo salsa on table near kitchen entrance. Observed 20+ live flies landing inside crate and on top of yellow onions near back door. Observed 20+ live flies landing inside crate and on top of red onions near back door. Observed 2 live flies flying and landing on clean knives on top of prep table near dish area.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of household raid at bar area.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At bar. Repeat Violation.”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At reach in coolers throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor heavily soiled with grease buildup under cooking equipment at cook line.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler grill drawers in disrepair. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.”
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“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (58F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line.”
“Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee scoop ice and make drink for customer without first washing hands.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on pair of gloves then continue to prep customer order without first washing hands. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee grab spice bottle off of floor and continue to prepare customer order without changing gloves and washing hands.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
**THYME MACHINE
(MOBILE)
13920 SW 139TH CT
MIAMI
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 9/1
27 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed one fly landing inside a bin with cooked chicken next to grill. Also observed one fly flying and landing on top of griddle station.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household ants and flying insect killer spray stored on the floor next to bucket of mayonnaise that is also stored on the floor.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed an accumulation of grease on top and under the griddle.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (76F – Cold Holding); ground beef (63F – Cold Holding); turkey sliced (67F – Cold Holding); hummus (72F – Cold Holding) as per person in charge since yesterday on that unit.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (76F – Cold Holding); ground beef (63F – Cold Holding); turkey sliced (67F – Cold Holding); hummus (72F – Cold Holding) as per person in charge since yesterday on that unit.”
“Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of tahini stored on floor. Observed packages of bottled water stored outside the food truck on the floor.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease and debris under griddle and under saj( like a griddle). Also observed accumulation of debris and grease overall seasoning containers located on top of three compartment sink.”
“Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink on top of prep table.”
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked with cutting board and flour tortilla on top of hand washing sink.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink used as a prep table with a cutting board on top.”
“Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures. Observed all units with inside ambient temperature above 67F. Repeat Violation.”
“No sanitizer of any kind available for ware washing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for ware washing. Observed no sanitizer of any kind.”
**ASADOS EL PAISA BROWARD
4828 N. UNIVERSITY DR.
LAUDERHILL
ORDERED SHUT 8/31
18 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Observed 4 live roaches inside paper towel dispenser at cook line . -Observed 2 live roaches crawling on clean plates stored inside 3 compartment sink.”
“Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed raw pork stored over ripe plantains in walk in cooler.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in walk in cooler. -Observed raw pork stored over open container with salsa in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation.”
“Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch raw pork and then handle clean plates without changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employee then changed gloves and wash hands.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
**BAGEL EXPRESS
CROSSROADS SHOPPING CENTER
11616 KENDALL DRIVE
KENDALL
ORDERED SHUT 8/31
38 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 30+ live flies flying and landing inside and on top of bucket of molasses and on top of crate where bucket is stored.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 30+ live flies flying and landing inside and on top of bucket of molasses and on top of crate where bucket is stored. Observed 10 live flies flying and landing on top of oven in back kitchen area. Observed 40+ live flies flying and landing on shelf with clean bowls and containers in dish area above oven and triple sink. Observed 3 live flies flying near walk in cooler door, landing on prep table near soiled deli slicer. Observed 5 live flies flying and landing on to go paper bags in dry storage room near mop sink. Observed 2 live flies flying next to flat top grill and landing on shelf with clean containers at front counter. Observed 1 live fly flying and landing on counter in front of orange juice machine at front counter.”
“Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed one insect on top of box of strawberry jam in dry storage room.”
“Dead roaches/flies on premises. Observed one dead fly on top of oven in kitchen area. Observed one dead fly inside container of wax paper in dry storage.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor near oven soiled with molasses. Observed floor heavily soiled by bagel boiler with old food debris. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee enter kitchen and begin handling food without first washing hands.”
“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, rinse hands without soap, then continue to prepare customer order without properly washing hands. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on pair of gloves and grab bagel to prepare customer order without first washing hands. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee kill fly with hand and continued to prepare customer order without changing gloves and washing hands.”
“Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee take off gloves and wash hands with no soap.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area severely damaged. Repeat Violation.”
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 9/1
“Observed 1 live fly flying inside of bagel display case landing on bagels.”
“Observed 1 live fly flying inside of bagel display case landing on bagels. Observed 50+ live flies flying and landing on shelf and clean equipment in dish area. Observed 1 live fly landing on orange juice machine at front counter. Observed 15+ live flies landing on to go bags inside dry storage room. Observed 2 live flies on wall near flat top grill at front counter. Observed 3 live flies on wall near dough mixer in back area.”
“Observed one insect on top of box of strawberry jam in dry storage room.”
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 9/3
“Observed 10 live flies flying and landing on top of dough mixer, single service rack inside dry storage room, and inside bathroom.”
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“Observed 3 dead flies inside orange juice machine at front counter.”
