Latitudes, 5108 Eisenhower Blvd, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Latitudes
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5108 Eisenhower Blvd, Tampa, FL 33634
License #: 3916601
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 07/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Black plates **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Tilt skillet **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink by servers area
07/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Large catering trays
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet at tilt skillet replaced with non-food grade hose.
  • High Priority - Duct tape used to repair plumbing. Hose at tilt skillet.
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Tilt skillet.
  • High Priority - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Interior and exterior of front sliding doors and track.
5/2/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour container
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Storeroom.
  • Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Hot water heater under repair at time of inspection.
11/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Service area.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Service area/coffee machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. HWS next to ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under 3 compartment sink.
5/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
1/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
7/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. around sliding doors.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. flour .Corrected On Site.
5/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. flour Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. home made dressings. discarded , Corrected On Site.
1/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.service area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. sliding doors.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. bread crumbs. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. service area.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. freezer.
8/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop. Corrected On Site
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. baquet kitchen.Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Corrected On Site
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). disposed soups.Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. banquet kitchen.
4/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. chicken juice in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces of cutter, slicers, etc. encrusted with food residue
  • Critical. Air gap not installed. wait station sink
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked by ice machine
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. Corrected On Site.
8/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Ceiling tile missing. by ice maker
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.
4/20/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No oyster warning sign with required language provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. dishwasher
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
10/2/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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