Krispy Rooster

4450 Pet Lane Suite 107, Lutz, FL 33559

American

Last inspected: Oct 1, 2023

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Krispy Rooster has four inspections in the public record. Krispy Rooster was last inspected on Oct 1, 2023. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Krispy Rooster's record stops at Oct 1, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.

Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Lutz average 79, so Krispy Rooster trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 1, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled cell phone then put gloves on without washing hands

12A-07-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), operator put items in freezer **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

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 handled dirty dishes then handled to go container without washing hands

12A-29-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by dirty dishes on floor in front of sink, items removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Dairy held on 4 hours with no written procedure

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temperature 80F, water heater turned off, operator turned water heater on, water temperature 86F **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the mobile

36-73-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Waffle cooker, prep table

23-03-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**

13-03-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Feb 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (49F - Cold Holding)

03A-02-5

Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

11-27-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees prepping food. Operator provided hair restraint **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottled water. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Sweet potato fries

06-06-5

Sep 8, 2022

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with grooves on the cutting board board making it difficult to clean.

14-09-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a 1/9 pan stored in the flour as a scoop. Pan does not have a handle. Owner removed the pan. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Jul 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pump burned out on unit. Temporary hand washing set up present for use. Operator has maintenance out getting a replacement pump. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Krispy Rooster last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Krispy Rooster on file is from Oct 1, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Krispy Rooster?

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

How does Krispy Rooster compare to other restaurants in Lutz?

Krispy Rooster most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Lutz average of 79.

Has Krispy Rooster's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Krispy Rooster have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Krispy Rooster 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.

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