Gulf Bistro

15225 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 337081814

Seafood

Last inspected: Sep 19, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Gulf Bistro has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 19, 2024. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near seven violations per visit.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Madeira Beach restaurant, which scores around 68. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. heat treated sauce (49F - Cold Holding)on prep table, moved to cooler, discussed proper handling of preheated sauces **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for one employee

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen blocked by cart, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. DM not properly dispensing sanitizer, operator set up triple sink, chlorine 100ppm **Corrective Action Taken**

16-55-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer

14-69-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven on cook line **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Jul 19, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. spring mix (53F - Cold Holding), operator adjusted temp. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over duck fat in reach in cooler, order corrected **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Escargot prepared 7/17, date added **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On cook line, blocked by cart with mixer, removed **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Clean pans on cardboard lined shelves next to stove

14-05-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Tong handle in cut vegetables, removed **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Feb 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Goat cheese.

02C-03-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. White fridge in back.

05-09-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gulf Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gulf Bistro on file is from Sep 19, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gulf Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gulf Bistro.

How does Gulf Bistro compare to other restaurants in Madeira Beach?

Gulf Bistro most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Madeira Beach average of 68.

Has Gulf Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gulf Bistro have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Gulf Bistro means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Gulf Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gulf Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.

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