Live roaches temporarily close Sarasota restaurant, other inspections
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2024-07-16Our digital database of restaurant health inspections is updated regularly with the latest information on which Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area restaurants passed or failed.
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Sarasota-Manatee best restaurant inspections
The following restaurants, food trucks and caterers, listed in alphabetical order, passed their inspections July 7-13 with zero violations:
- Bravo Catering and More, 3401 14th St. W., Bradenton
- Chick-fil-A, 5489 University Parkway, Sarasota
- Dunkin’, 151 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood
- Jennings Downtown Provisions, 417 12th St. W. #101, Bradenton
- La Pasadita Snacks, 3005 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota
- Popeyes, 11840 S.R. 64 E., Bradenton
- San Remo Pizza & Pasta, 1914 14th St. W., Bradenton
- A Sprig of Thyme, 1534 State St., Sarasota
Sarasota County restaurant inspections with high-priority violations:
The following restaurants, listed in alphabetical order, were issued warnings, recommended for administrative complaints or were temporarily closed due to failed inspections July 7-13:
Armando’s Cocina Mexicana
2385 12th St., Sarasota
July 11
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Eight total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with frozen meats and herbs. **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw fish stored below raw beef in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved the fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple bottle of bleach and other cleaners stored next to potatoes in the kitchen. Operator moved the chemicals. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
El Melvin Cocina Mexicana
1355 Main St, Sarasota
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Nine total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds seven days after opening/preparation. Cooked beef stored in the walk-in cooler with a date mark or 7/1. Owner discarded the beef. **Warning**
- High Priority - Stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked beef stored in the walk-in cooler with a date mark or 7/1. Owner discarded the beef. **Warning**
- High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb across from the cook line. **Warning**
The Fat Rabbit Pub
1359 Main St. Suite 201, Sarasota
July 11
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Five total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- 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. Sanitizer reading of the dishmachine reading 00ppm. Manager stopped using the dishmachine. Operator set up the three compartment sink to properly sanitize equipment until the dishmachine is repaired, and called the technician. **Warning**
- High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw fish, changed gloves and then clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and changed their gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit: jalapeño wing sauce (heat-treated peppers) (71F - cold holding); Caesar cream wing sauce (70F - cold holding) stored at room temperature on the cook line. Chef stated the sauces had been stored at room temperature for approximately two hours. Chef placed the sauces in the reach-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Food + Beer
6528 Superior Ave., Sarasota
July 9
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
Seventeen total violations, with six high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours. Observed cooked chicken (92F - cooling) in the walk-in cooler. The operator stated the chicken had been cooked approximately three hours prior. The operator moved the chicken to a reach-in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
- High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 20 small flying insects near the handwashing sink in the prep area. **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over salsa verde in the reach-in cooler nearest the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds seven days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork date marked 6/27 in the walk-in cooler. The operator discarded the pork. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (48F - cold holding) in the reach-in cooler in the kitchen. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (48F - cold holding); raw ground beef (48F - cold holding); raw chicken (46F - cold holding); raw beef (46F - cold holding); cooked potatoes (46F - cold holding) in the walk-in cooler. The operator stated a temperature check was conducted at 10:30 and the food products temped at 41F or below. The operator moved the above foods to another walk-in cooler. Observed cooked rice (48F - cold holding) in the reach-in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the rice has been held overnight. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Food + Beer
6528 Superior Ave., Sarasota
July 11
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Gecko’s Grill & Pub
6606 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
July 11
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
Nineteen total violations, with four high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. Observed chili (53F - cooling) in the walk-in cooler. The operator stated the chili was made 7/10. The operator discarded the chili. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves handle a cell phone then handle clean dishware without changing gloves.
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta (52F - cold holding); chicken salad (50F - cold holding); Cuban sandwiches (51F - cold holding); hard-boiled eggs (50F - cold holding); raw tuna (50F - cold holding); macaroni and cheese (54F - cold holding); sliced roast beef (48F - cold holding); sliced beef brisket (51F - cold holding); sliced corned beef (50F - cold holding); cooked brussels sprouts (51F - cold holding); cheese (51F - cold holding); housemade blue cheese dressing (46F - cold holding); raw cod (52F - cold holding); raw chicken (48F - cold holding); raw shrimp (46F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (51F - cold holding); raw egg wash (50F -cold holding) in the roll top reach-in coolers on the cook line. Observed chili (53F - cooling) in the walk-in cooler. The operator stated the chili was made 7/10. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (52F - cold holding); chicken salad (50F - cold holding); Cuban sandwiches (51F - cold holding); hard-boiled eggs (50F - cold holding); raw tuna (50F - cold holding); macaroni and cheese (54F - cold holding); sliced roast beef (48F - cold holding); sliced beef brisket (51F - cold holding); sliced corned beef (50F - cold holding); cooked brussels sprouts (51F - cold holding); cheese (51F - cold holding); housemade blue cheese dressing (46F - cold holding); raw cod (52F - cold holding); raw chicken (48F - cold holding); raw shrimp (46F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (51F - cold holding); raw egg wash (50F -cold holding) in the roll top reach-in coolers on the cook line. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Hoshi Sushi
6516 Superior Ave., Sarasota
July 8
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Nine total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- High Priority - 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. Observed sushi rice held for time as public health control with no time mark. The operator placed a time mark on the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sushi rice (107F - hot holding) at the front counter. The operator placed the rice on time for public health control with the proper paperwork and time mark. **Corrected On-Site**
Hoshi Sushi
6516 Superior Ave., Sarasota
July 11
Call back — complied. Zero violations.
Kolucan
6644 Gateway Ave., Sarasota
July 8
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
Sixteen total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked beef in the reach-in cooler near the ice machine. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked vegetables (56F - cold holding); raw shrimp (56F - cold holding); cooked beef (57F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (56F - cold holding) in the reach-in cooler nearest the hand sink on the cook line. The operator discarded the above food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked vegetables (56F - cold holding); raw shrimp (56F - cold holding); cooked beef (57F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (56F - cold holding) in the reach-in cooler nearest the hand sink on the cook line. The operator discarded the above food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Kona Grill
150 University Town Center Drive, Suite 150, Sarasota
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Seven total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- 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 temperature sanitizer on dish machine not operating, dial not registering, booster heater not functioning. Operator has moved sanitizing to triple sink until repair is made. **Warning**
- High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks, handling equipment, iPad, drawer handles and then preparing ready-to-eat food without changing gloves or washing hands. Operator coached practice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - 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. Observed garlic butter, soy butter, regular butter not time marked. Items were discarded. **Warning**
The Pickleball Club
1300 Sarasota Center Blvd., Sarasota
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Six total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: butter chips (60F - cold holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately two hours. **Warning**
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer and containers of shampoo stored above single-service items in the dry storage area. **Warning**
Screaming Goat Taqueria
6566 Gateway Ave., Sarasota
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Eight total violations, with four high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Nonfood-grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed a nonfood-grade paper towel used as a liner for cilantro in the reach-in cooler at the front counter. The operator removed the liner. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds seven days after opening/preparation. Observed vegan chorizo prepared on site date marked 6/29. Observed cooked pork prepared on site date marked 6/21 and 6/26. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within seven days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed vegan chorizo prepared on site date marked 6/29. Observed cooked pork prepared on site date marked 6/21 and 6/26. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary wiping cloth solution exceeding 500ppm in the kitchen. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
Siam Gulf
1100 N. Tuttle Ave. Units 1-2, Sarasota
July 11
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
Twelve total violations, with four high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of mouthwash stored next to food in the front storage area. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a nonfood-grade bag in direct contact with food in the reach-in freezer.
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready-to-eat soup in the cook line make table and observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken in the walk-in cooler. Operator removed the chicken and shell eggs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand soap stored over clean dishes in the warewashing area. Operator removed soap. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Speaks Clam Bar
29 N. Boulevard of the Presidents, Sarasota
July 8
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Six total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. While setting tables in the dinning room a employee coughed into their hands then handled clean plates without washing their hands. Employee removed the plates to be sanitized and washed their hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 20 flying insects in the bar area next to the handwashing sink. Did not observe any flying insects landing on food or food contact areas. **Warning**
Speaks Clam Bar
29 N. Boulevard of the Presidents, Sarasota
July 11
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Sushi Bay Kitchen & Sake Bar
3957 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota
July 8
Emergency order recommended: Facility temporarily closed.
Twelve total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- 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 dishwashing machine operating at 0ppm chlorine. **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken in glass door reach-in refrigerator near triple sink area. Operator rearranged food items to prevent cross-contamination. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed seven live roaches by dishwashing machine and shelving next to dishwashing machine. **Warning**
Sushi Bay Kitchen & Sake Bar
3957 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota
July 9
Emergency order callback complied. Met inspection standards.
Waffle House
5737 Clark Road, Sarasota
July 8
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Four total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Measuring device thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed final rinse reaching 145F on irreversible thermometer and on managers disc thermometer. **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in four-door reach-in cooler to right side of grill on cook line: cold holding pork chop 49F, fresh ham 47F, chicken 49F. Manager relocated food items to reach-in freezer and turned down reach-in cooler which was an ambient 48F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Waffle House
5737 Clark Road, Sarasota
July 9
Call back — extension given, pending.
Wendy's
301 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota
July 11
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Seven total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the walk-in cooler: ambient (50F - cold holding); beef (51F - cold holding; ambient Shell eggs (52F - cold holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - cold holding); shredded cheese (52F - cold holding; chopped lettuce (52F - cold holding); ice cream (52F - cold holding.) Operator stated that the food had been there overnight and that last night delivery truck broke something on the door. Operator set aside food for disposal. **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk-in cooler: ambient (50F - cold holding); beef (51F - cold holding; ambient Shell eggs (52F - cold holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - cold holding); shredded cheese (52F - cold holding; chopped lettuce (52F - cold holding); ice cream (52F - cold holding.) Operator stated that the food had been there overnight and that last night delivery truck broke something on the door. Operator set aside food for disposal. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle of chemical cleaner stored above food in the dry storage area. Operator removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Wendy's
301 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota
July 12
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Manatee County restaurant inspections with high-priority violations:
The following restaurants, listed in alphabetical order, were issued warnings, recommended for administrative complaints or were temporarily closed due to failed inspections July 7-13:
Best Western Plus Bradenton Gateway Hotel
2215 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
July 11
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Six violations, with one high-priority violation:
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on buffet line butter (72F - cold holding.) Person in charge stated it had been on the counter for approximately three hours and placed it in the reach-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
El Tizon Grill
6703 14th St. W. Suite 111, Bradenton
July 9
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
Ten total violations, with six high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in back kitchen area reach-in cooler raw beef over unwashed produce. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach-in cooler across from fryers in main kitchen area raw chicken over cooked Rice and cut lettuce. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge change a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in back kitchen area reach-in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds seven days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken date marked 6/8/24. Person in charge stated that she pulled it from the freezer on 7/8/24 and dated accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach-in cooler in back kitchen area chicken and cheese empanadas (53F - cold holding); cheese (51F - cold holding); cut lettuce (55F - cold holding); boiled shell eggs (52F - cold holding); sliced ham (51F - cold holding); milk (49F - cold holding); hot dogs (47F - cold holding.) Person in charge stated that all food products were placed in reach-in cooler on 7/8/24. Educated person in charge on time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach-in cooler in back kitchen area chicken and cheese empanadas (53F - cold holding); cheese (51F - cold holding); cut lettuce (55F - cold holding); boiled shell eggs (52F - cold holding); sliced ham (51F - cold holding); milk (49F - cold holding); hot dogs (47F - cold holding.) Person in charge stated that all food products were placed in reach-in cooler on 7/8/24. Educated person in charge on time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
El Tizon Grill
6703 14th St. W. Suite 111, Bradenton
July 11
Call back — administrative complaint recommended. Follow-up needed.
One high-priority violation:
- High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-11: Raw beef over cooked chicken. **Admin Complaint**
Food Hall
465 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Twelve total violations, with five high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in back kitchen area employee touch hair with gloves on and grabbed a clean bowl for food. Educated person in charge on glove use and handwashing. Employee placed bowl in dishwasher area, removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- High Priority - 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 in dish room area employee went from soiled dishes to clean dishes and failed to wash hands. Educated person in charge on handwashing and glove use. Employee placed soiled dishes in dishwasher and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line cooked rice noodles (83F - cold holding.) Educated Person in charge on time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that the noodles had been out for approximately 1.5 hours and placed noodles in walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on kitchen stove top pork pho broth (125F - hot holding.) Educated person in charge on time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge reheated pho broth (208F - reheating.) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Judy's Restaurant
9516 Cortez Road W. Unit 6, Bradenton
July 11
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Six total violations, with three high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Hash (52F - cold holding); chili (52F - cold holding); grits (53F - cold holding); sliced turkey (52F - cold holding); diced ham (52F - cold holding); tuna salad (52F - cold holding); cottage cheese (52F -cold holding); shredded cheddar (52F - cold holding); sour cream (52F - cold holding.) **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hash (52F - cold holding); chili (52F - cold holding); grits (53F - cold holding); sliced turkey (52F - cold holding); diced ham (52F - cold holding); tuna salad (52F - cold holding); cottage cheese (52F -cold holding); shredded cheddar (52F - cold holding); sour cream (52F - cold holding.) **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage gravy 121F, hollandaise sauce 112F. Operator stated that products had been out approximately two hours. Operator placed on stove to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Mission BBQ
4501 14th St. W., Bradenton
July 8
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Five total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- 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 in dishwasher area dishwasher (chlorine 000ppm.) Person in charge set up three compartment and called for service. Quaternary sanitizer at 300ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk-in cooler raw ground beef over pork loin. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Subway
5108 15th St. E. Unit 206, Bradenton
July 8
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Five total violations, with one high-priority violation:
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front reach-in cooler at sandwich make station chicken salad (47F - cold holding); cheese (45F - cold holding); grilled chicken (47F - cold holding.) Person in charge stated they turn reach-in cooler off at close and remove all food products. They turn reach-in cooler on each morning. Person in charge started that the food had been in reach-in cooler for approximately one hour and placed food products in reach-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Whitney’s
6990 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
July 9
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
Seven total violations, with two high-priority violations:
- High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately six small flies at floor drain in dish area. **Warning**
- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef burger 50F, shrimp 50F. Operator stated items had been in cooler for approximately two hours for lunch. Operator removed items and placed in walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Whitney’s
6990 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
July 11
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
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