LOS CARINGAS LATIN AMERICAN FOOD Inspection – December 18, 2024

High Priority 2

#5High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over pico de gallo in standing reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

#6High Priority03B-01-6

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked salmon (125F – Hot Holding) at front counter steam table. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator began reheating the salmon. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

Corrective Action TakenRepeat Violation

Intermediate 2

#7Intermediate02D-02-4

Intermediate – Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed rice pudding, chocolate pudding, fruit cups and pork lard without minimum labeling at front counter.

#8Intermediate53B-14-5

Intermediate – 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. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Basic 4

#1Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

#2Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board no longer cleanable at preparation table across from stove in kitchen area.

#3Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf under food preparation table rusted and soiled.

#4Basic25-06-4

Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front counter next to drink cooler.

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