Carolina Ale House
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2024
37
Score
Carolina Ale House appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 26, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 15 violations per visit versus roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 73, which Carolina Ale House's 37 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over pork inside Walk in cooler. Operator stored meats correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda noozles in Bar outside. Operator cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of stove in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink in ware washing area. Operator fixed the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on shelf in warehouse washing area.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside Walk in cooler, Beer Walk in cooler, and around mop sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in back kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave on shelf over reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior. Also, observed soiled oven interior by cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled drawers gaskets under cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler interior soiled by ice machine at front counter.
22-16-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket by food on reach in cooler. Operator stored bucket properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
37
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzles inside interior and exterior Bars. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed inside ware washing area. Operator provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with sanitizer not labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled spry bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed Walk in freezer floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Margarita mix boxes stored on Beer Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed boxes from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside ice creams reach in freezer inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler at the end of kitchen hallway.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container on shelf inside dry storage. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of griddle in kitchen. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
43
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board on reach in cooler inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled slicer blade and blade guard on prep table in back kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside Bar. Employee stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler at the end of cook line.
29-49-6
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carolina Ale House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carolina Ale House on file is from Sep 26, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carolina Ale House?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carolina Ale House.
How does Carolina Ale House compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Carolina Ale House most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Carolina Ale House's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Carolina Ale House have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Carolina Ale House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Carolina Ale House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carolina Ale House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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