Tahini Beach Cafe
Last inspected: Aug 2, 2024
45
Score
Tahini Beach Cafe has been inspected six times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 2, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Tahini Beach Cafe's latest score of 45 falls below the Bradenton Beach average of 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage over cooked chicken. Operator moved sausage below chicken. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade with food residue. Operator cleaned and sanitized slicer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pizza being helped on time. E-mailed copies of Time as a public health to operator.
03F-10-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes being stored on the floor in dining area and in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used to dispense yeast in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on food prep table across from pizza station. Operator removed drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil and beverages being stored on the floor. Operating moved food products off of floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on wire shelf across from pizza oven.
10-20-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed 2 soiled wiping cloths on pizza box rack across from pizza ovens. Operator removed cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed screws and light bulbs on food prep table near slicer.
42-03-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pieces of unused equipment in back establishment.
33-31-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe on handwashing sink in kitchen. Operator stated plumber had been called.
29-11-4
45
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags in direct contact with cooked chicken wings in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Viewed a expired license. Operator renewed the license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat cheese in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for their dish machine, **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the warewashing hand wash sink. Operator placed more towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the warewashing hand wash sink blocked by a sheet pan. Operator removed the pan. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in multiple food containers. Operator removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
41
Sep 28, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with Grease.
23-03-4
95
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed ground beef stored over bread in reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator placed the ground beef on bottom shelf. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked pasta in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator placed eggs on bottom shelf . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
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. Emailed plan to operator.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 employee's drinks stored on food prep table in storage area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed between equipment on cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed ice machine in dry storage.
22-20-5
61
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit door of the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tahini Beach Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tahini Beach Cafe on file is from Aug 2, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tahini Beach Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tahini Beach Cafe.
How does Tahini Beach Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bradenton Beach?
Tahini Beach Cafe most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton Beach average of 77.
Has Tahini Beach Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tahini Beach Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tahini Beach Cafe 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 Tahini Beach Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tahini Beach Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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