Gina's Gourmet Palace

255 Se Us Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

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Last inspected: Nov 15, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Gina's Gourmet Palace stretching back to 2023. Gina's Gourmet Palace was last inspected on Nov 15, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about five violations before that.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Crystal River restaurant scores 90. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Feb 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Trash bag used to store rice. Priority: High Priority

14-31-5

Intermediate - Observed: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee had blank copy that was signed during g inspection. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate

11-26-1

Intermediate - Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled squeeze bottles on boards. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate

41-17-4

Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked with food containers and sanitizer bucket. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate

31A-09-4

Basic - Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop for dry rice has no handle. Priority: Basic

14-01-5

Basic - Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Reference: 509.101(3) FS: (3) Each mobile food dispensing vehicle operator shall permanently affix in a prominent place on the side of the vehicle, in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background, the operator's public food service establishment license number. Priority: Basic

50-04-4

Basic - Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator DBPR HR 5030-105 **Corrective Action Taken** Priority: Basic

51-13-4

Basic - Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand sink. Priority: Basic

31B-04-4

Apr 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Gina K. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gina's Gourmet Palace last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gina's Gourmet Palace on file is from Nov 15, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Gina's Gourmet Palace compare to other restaurants in Crystal River?

Gina's Gourmet Palace most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Crystal River average of 90.

Has Gina's Gourmet Palace's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gina's Gourmet Palace have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gina's Gourmet Palace means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Gina's Gourmet Palace inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gina's Gourmet Palace is inspected around two times per year on average.

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