Question 1

How many health inspections has MAINSTAY TAVERN had?

Accepted Answer

MAINSTAY TAVERN has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has MAINSTAY TAVERN ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, MAINSTAY TAVERN has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at MAINSTAY TAVERN?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at MAINSTAY TAVERN are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food storage.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Accepted Answer

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

Accepted Answer

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

Question 6

What does Florida violation V48 (Food storage) mean?

Accepted Answer

FOOD SAFETY RISK: Improperly stored food is vulnerable to contamination, temperature abuse, pest access, and cross-contamination. Unlabeled food cannot be date-tracked for safety. Food stored on floors is exposed to splash, pests, and cleaning chemicals. Improper FIFO rotation leads to expired food being served. Food stored near chemicals risks chemical contamination. Store all food: minimum 6 inches off floor, in food-grade containers with tight-fitting lids, properly labeled and dated, in appropriate temperature conditions. Follow FIFO rotation. Store raw meat below ready-to-eat food. Keep food away from chemicals, cleaning supplies, and personal items. Date-mark ready-to-eat TCS food — discard after 7 days.

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