Live roach found at Sarasota restaurant, other area inspections
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The following restaurants, food trucks or caterers, listed in alphabetical order, passed their inspections Sept. 24-30 with zero violations:
Anna Maria Island Coffee Shack, 5500 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, 7480 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
Crisp Waffle Company, 17 Fillmore Drive, Sarasota
Exotic Gourmet, 3413 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
GTwo Pizzeria, 653 10th St. E., Palmetto
Latin Truck, 5900 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton
McDonald's, 4269 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice
Pane and Amore Italian Deli, 119 Bridge St. Suite 130, Bradenton Beach
Shake Pit, 3801 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton
Sicilia Italian Pizzeria, 765 U.S. 41 Bypass S., Venice
Taqueria Mi Rancho 2, 3603 15th St. E., Bradenton
Thai Hot, 1080 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey
Wilder's Slice of AMI, 103 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach
Wok on Wheels, 1526 Memphis Road, Ellenton
Zebra Wine Bar and Piano Bar, 217 Miami Ave. W., Venice
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 Sept. 24-30:
Bird Key Yacht Club
301 Bird Key Drive, Sarasota
Sept. 27
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
3 total violations, with 1 high-priority violation:
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. Employee handled dirty dishes then clean dishes without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
Boca
19 S. Lemon Ave., Sarasota
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
9 total violations, with 4 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. Dishmachine reading 00ppm chlorine. Manager stopped using the dishmachine, called a technician and set up a sanitizer bay in the three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw salmon then changed their gloves and handed a clean plate without washing their hands. Employee removed the plate to be sanitized, washed their hands and changed gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
High Priority - 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 picked a date sticker off the floor then placed it on a pan containing food. Employee removed the sticker and placed the pan in the dishwasher area to be sanitized then washed their hands. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee rewashed their hands. **Corrected On-Site**
Boca
19 S. Lemon Ave., Sarasota
Sept. 27
Call back — complied. Zero violations.
Bushido Sushi
125 W. Venice Ave., Venice
Sept. 27
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
19 total violations, with 1 high-priority violation:
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 cook handle raw chi then handled clean plates without washing hand or changing gloves. **Warning**
Cafe Venice
101 W. Venice Ave., Venice
Sept. 27
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
7 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish and pork over sliced cold cuts and ham on speed rack in walk-in cooler. Observed employees move all items for proper storage. Repeat 1-4-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning powder on shelf above clean dishes at dishwasher area. Observed employee move cleaning powder. **Corrected On-Site**
Caragiulo's Italian American
69 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
6 total violations, with 1 high-priority violation:
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 cans of tomatoes dented at the seams. Chef placed the cans aside for a refund.
China One
130 N. Lime Ave., Sarasota
Sept. 28
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
15 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cut lettuce in the walk-in cooler. Operator removed 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 - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: chopped chicken (63F - cold holding.) Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed it in the reach-in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Daiquiri Deck
5250 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
6 total violations, with 2 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 main bar dishwashing machine chlorine at 0 ppm. Manager called for service. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager. **Repeat Violation**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach-in cooler on cook line cold holding: fish 45F, chicken wings 51F, calamari 47F, shrimp 50F, lobster 46F, black beans 58F, ambient 49F. Kitchen counter egg wash 64F, front counter sour cream 53F. Chef removed product to freezer. Call for service. **Warning**
Daiquiri Deck
5250 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota
Sept. 26
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Daiquiri Deck South
1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key
Sept. 27
Follow-Up Inspection Required: Violations require further review, but are not an immediate threat to the public.
6 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding cream sauce 52F, sour cream 57F, coleslaw 52F **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach-in cooler to right side wall when entering kitchen cold holding cream sauce 52F, sour cream 57F. At front counter, coleslaw at 52F. **Warning**
Daiquiri Deck South
1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key
Sept. 28
Call back — complied. Zero violations.
Food + Beer
1525 Fourth St. Unit B, Sarasota
Sept. 27
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
11 total violations, with 3 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over beef steak in the drawer reach-in cooler on the cook line. Employee placed the ground beef below the beef steak. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the reach-in cooler on the left side of the cook line: blue cheese (59F - cold holding); Buffalo sauce with butter (61F - cold holding); bread pudding (60F - cold holding); fig jam (59F - cold holding); bacon jam (61F - cold holding); hot dogs (60F - cold holding); pasta (63F - cold holding); chicken wings (62F - cold holding). Manager discarded all the items.
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line: blue cheese (59F - cold holding); Buffalo sauce with butter (61F - cold holding); bread pudding (60F - cold holding); fig jam (59F - cold holding); bacon jam (61F - cold holding); hot dogs (60F - cold holding); pasta (63F - cold holding); chicken wings (62F - cold holding). Manager discarded all the items. **Corrective Action Taken**
Fresh Mozzarella Pizzeria
2289 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
9 total violations, with 3 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 the dishwasher measuring at 0ppm chlorine. Operator switched to triple sink. **Warning** **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk-in cooler: cheese (45F - cold holding); pork (47F - cold holding.) Operator stated that employees were working in there and left the door open approximately 1 hour ago. Operator lowered the temperature of the cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning chemicals stored above clean dishes in the dishwashing area. Operator removed chemical bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Ginza
5428 Fruitville Road, Sarasota
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
15 total violations, with 4 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 dish machine chlorine levels at 0ppm. Operator switched over to the 3 compartment sink and called a maintenance guy. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Operator washed hands in the 3 compartment sink with no soap and proceeded to pick up a knife to cut fish. Had operator stop him before he touched the fish itself and rewashed his hands in the hand wash sink. **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 raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk-in cooler. Operator placed beef above chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed to the right of the ovens in the kitchen: chicken (60F - cold holding); shredded lettuce (50F - cold holding). Operator stated the food had been out for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed food into the walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Il Panificio
215 Avenida Madera, Siesta Key
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
12 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1-#10 can Roasted Peppers with 2" dent in side of can. Chef moved out of stock. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose connected behind building without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Kasa Sushi
4195 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
17 total violations, with 4 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed dietary pills stored above the cook line and cold medicine stored with food above the prep table. Operator removed medicines. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach on the floor of the dry storage area. Operator killed the roach and began to clean the area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the kitchen cook line: shrimp tails (49F - cold holding.) Operator stated the shrimp tails had been out overnight and willingly tossed them. **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the kitchen: rice (63F - cold holding); shrimp tails (49F - cold holding); garlic in oil (72F - cold holding). Operator stated that the garlic and rice had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed them in the reach-in cooler. Operator stated the shrimp tails had been out overnight and willingly tossed them. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Kasa Sushi
4195 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Sept. 27
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards
La Brisa Tacos y Mariscos
1156 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
7 total violations, with 3 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage stored over bread in the reach-in cooler in the preparation area. Owner removed the sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the reach-in cooler in the preparation area: salsa (65F - cold holding); green salsa (63F - cold holding); sour cream (64F - cold holding); cooked vegetables (63F - cold holding); cut lettuce (69F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (64F - cold holding). Owner stated all the items had been stored in the reach-in cooler overnight. Owner discarded all the items. **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler in the preparation area: salsa (65F - cold holding); green salsa (63F - cold holding); sour cream (64F - cold holding); cooked vegetables (63F - cold holding); cut lettuce (69F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (64F - cold holding). Owner stated all the items had been stored in the reach-in cooler overnight. Owner discarded all the items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
La Brisa Tacos y Mariscos
1156 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota
Sept. 27
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Marco’s Pizza
229 S. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
5 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded cheese (48F - cold holding); cooked ground beef (52F - cold holding); deli ham (53F - cold holding); cooked chicken (52F - cold holding); cooked sausage (52F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (53F - cold holding); feta cheese (55F - cold holding.) The operator stated the cold holding unit had been turned off and the above foods have been held in the unit overnight. The operator discarded the above food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (48F - cold holding); cooked ground beef (52F - cold holding); deli ham (53F - cold holding); cooked chicken (52F - cold holding); cooked sausage (52F - cold holding); cut tomatoes (53F - cold holding); feta cheese (55F - cold holding.) The operator stated the cold holding unit had been turned off and the above foods have been held in the unit overnight. The operator discarded the above food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Marco’s Pizza
229 S. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis
Sept. 27
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
The Oaks Club
301 Macewen Drive, Osprey
Sept. 28
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
12 total violations, with 7 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken and rice soup (56F - cooling); German lentil soup (46F - cooling); lobster jus (50F - cooling); cooked rice (57F - cooling); gazpacho (46F - cooling) in the walk-in. The above food items have been cooling overnight. The operator discarded the above items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented #10 can of chili paste in the dry storage area. The operator segregated the product for return. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Employee handled raw chicken with gloves and then handled a clean spatula after removing gloves without washing hands. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures. **Warning**
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground lamb stored over cooked rice in the walk-in cooler. Observed raw salmon stored over cooked crab in the reach-in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Thousand island dressing, tartar sauce, Caesar dressing, and blue cheese dressing exceeding the 7 day date mark. The operator discarded the above food products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Stop sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Thousand island dressing, tartar sauce, Caesar dressing, and blue cheese dressing exceeding the 7 day date mark. The operator discarded the above food products. Observed chicken and rice soup (56F - cooling); German lentil soup (46F - cooling); lobster jus (50F - cooling); cooked rice (57F - cooling); gazpacho (46F - cooling) in the walk-in. The above food items have been cooling overnight. The operator discarded the above items. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked crab (45F - cold holding); cucumber and tomato salad (45F - cold holding) in a reach-in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the above items have been held less than 2 hours. The operator moved the above products to a different cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Paramo Coffee & Restaurant
3700 N. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota
Sept. 28
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
5 total violations, with 2 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. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 00ppm. Employee called the technician and set up the three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on the cook line. Employee stated the eggs had been at room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed the eggs in the reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
1331 U.S. Highway 41 Bypass, Venice
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
9 total violations, with 2 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 dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for proper sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut melon (51F - cold holding); sour cream (59F - cold holding); whipped cream (52F - cold holding); salsa (49F - cold holding); milk (54F - cold holding) at the reach-in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the above foods have been held less than 3 hours. The operator moved the above foods to another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
1331 U.S. Highway 41 Bypass, Venice
Sept. 26
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Tarpon Point Grill & Marina
121 Playmore Drive, Venice
Sept. 25
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
6 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger and raw oysters Rockefeller on shelf in reach-in cooler over sliced onions and chopped parsley. Observed employee move food for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burgers over raw fish in grill draw coolers. Observed employee move food for proper storage. Repeat 5-15-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Thai Bistro
537 E. Venice Ave., Venice
Sept. 28
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
8 total violations, with 1 high-priority violation:
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee returned from outside trash area and began prep food without washing hands. Had worker stop prep and wash hands. **Warning**
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 Sept. 24-30:
Golden Wok
3545 First St., Bradenton
Sept. 26
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
7 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in main kitchen area, employee put on hair restraint, put on gloves and grabbed a single service container for a food order. Educated person in charge on handwashing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach-in cooler across from wok station: cooked pork (55F - cold holding); cooked chicken (49F - cold holding); noodles (51F - cold holding); raw beef (52F - cold holding); raw shrimp (52F.) Person in charge stated that they were closed on 9/26/23 and that the food was put in approximately 11:30 a.m. on 9/26 and has been in reach-in cooler approximately 1.5 hours. Educated person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge removed all items from reach-in cooler and placed in walk-in cooler. Person in charge called for repair. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Golden Wok
3545 First St., Bradenton
Sept. 27
Call back — complied. Met inspection standards.
Hibachi Express
4533 14th St. W., Bradenton
Sept. 25
Call back — administrative complaint recommended. Follow-up needed.
2 total violations, with 1 high-priority violation:
High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Observed in walk-in cooler raw shrimp over tofu and cut cleaned vegetables. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge removed raw shrimp. **Admin Complaint**
Hibachi Grill and Supreme Buffet
3616 First St., Bradenton
Sept. 27
Follow-up needed: Administrative complaint recommended.
5 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area across from dish machine 3 compartment sink chlorine sanitizer at 10 ppm. Person in charge added chlorine and retested at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach-in cooler across from wok station in main kitchen area raw crab and raw chicken over cooked noodles. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed a copy. Person in charge removed crab and chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Mr. & Mrs. Crab
497 Cortez Road W., Bradenton
Call back — administrative complaint recommended. Follow-up needed.
3 total violations, with 2 high-priority violations:
High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-26: Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 000 ppm. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge called for repair and set up 3 compartment sink. And tested at 100ppm. **Admin Complaint**
High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-26: Observed in reach-in cooler on cooks line raw shrimp over hard boiled eggs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge removed raw shrimp. **Admin Complaint**
Taqueria Mi Rancho
3603 15th St. E., Bradenton
Sept. 28
Follow-up needed: Warning issued.
6 total violations, with 3 high-priority violations:
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in south kitchen area employee washed sink with gloves on and rinsed gloves off in handwashing sink. Employee grabbed beef stock from reach-in cooler and put into a pan. Stopped employee and educated person in charge on glove use and hand washing. **Warning**
High Priority - 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. Observed beef steak (59F - cold holding); beef stock (54F - cold holding); cooked beef (64F - cold holding); shell eggs (62F - cold holding); liquid egg (58F - cold holding); cooked corn on cob (60F - cold holding) in reach-in cooler in main kitchen area. Cooler was off and person in charge stated that the product was in cooler from 9/27/23. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. 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 beef steak (59F - cold holding); beef stock (54F - cold holding); cooked beef (64F - cold holding); shell eggs (62F - cold holding); liquid egg (58F - cold holding); cooked corn on cob (60F - cold holding) in reach-in cooler in main kitchen area. Cooler was off and person in charge stated that the product was in cooler from 9/27/23. Educated person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Live roach found at Sarasota restaurant, other Bradenton inspections
