Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton

Last inspected:

3410 Us Highway 301 N, Ellenton, FL 34222
Overview

Acapulco Tropical Y Mas Inc. in Ellenton had 3 focused inspections on record between January 2023 and October 2023. A January 23, 2023 routine inspection documented 15 violations, including multiple priority-level food safety failures. The deli area's hot steam table was measured at temperatures as low as 108°F on top and 152°F on bottom—below the 135°F minimum required for safe hot-holding—and items were corrected on site by stirring and reheating. A chemical sanitizer in the deli's ware wash sink tested at 0 ppm free chlorine and was remixed to proper strength during the inspection. Cold-held foods, a cleaning solution stored directly above canned goods in the back storage area, and equipment surfaces in the meat and deli areas with accumulated residues were also cited. The facility lacked written procedures for vomit and diarrheal cleanup and for responding to bodily fluid contamination events. A follow-up focused inspection on January 17, 2023 resulted in no violations. An October 13, 2023 focused inspection addressing a specific complaint yielded no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
15Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request 5103378 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 15 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The WRITTEN procedure for Vomit/Diarrheal Cleanup must address the following required minimum components: – Segregation of affected area – Removal of ill person

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
Deli, back areas- fresh and frozen foods in refrigeration and freezers are not covered. o
4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Meat area, Deli area- slicers and meat saws in ambient temperature areas have accumulated residues. o
4-501.11 Chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation does not meet the criteria specified for sanitizers, is not used in accordance with the EPA-registered manufacturer's label use instructions, or chlorine solution does not have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed: concentration 25-49 MG/L, pH 10 or less and minimum water temperature 120°F; concentration 50-99 MG/L, pH 10 or less and minimum water temperature 100°F or pH 8 or less and minimum water temperature 75°F; concentration 100 MG/L, pH 10 or less and minimum water temperature 55°F. 4-501.114(A) PP
Deli area- sanitizer mixture in the ware wash sink tests at 0 ppm. Cos- sanitizer remixed to proper strength. x
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Deli area- items on the hot steam table are temped @108 degrees F. on top and 152 degrees F. on the bottom. COS- food items stirred to achieve consistent temperatures, Items on the steam table will be reheated on the grille for hot service. x Print Date: 1/23/2023 Page 1 of 4 20 P Citation Description: Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P Observation: Deli area- food items in cold hold units for fresh foods offered through the deli are temped at 42-51 degrees f. COS- temperatures of the units adjusted, product stirred to achieve consistent temperatures x
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Retail area- a written procedure for cleanup of bodily fluids must be made available. See comments for requirements. o
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Back area- spray bottle of cleaning fluid is stored on top of canned food product in the back storage area. COS- Spray bottle removed to proper storage. x
2-401.11 Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11
Back areas- multiple open bottles of water throughout the building stored on shelving, machinery, counter tops and foods. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Meat area- frozen cases on the floor of the walk-in freezer. o
2-303.11 Food employee wearing jewelry, other than a plain ring such as a wedding band, on their arm or hand while preparing food. 2-303.11
Bakery area- employee observed wearing a watch while making tortilla shells. o
4-904.11(A)-(B) Cleaned and sanitized utensils handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; or knives, forks or spoons that are not prewrapped are not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers. 4-904.11(A)-(B)
Deli area- unclean knives are stored in racks with clean knives. Cos- unclean knives removed to be washed. x
4-901.11 After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11
Deli area- deli pans wet-nested in storage area. o
4-502.11(A) Utensil not maintained in good repair or condition; or ambient air temperature, water pressure, or water temperature measuring device not maintained in good repair or not accurate within the intended range of use. 4-502.11(A) and (C)
Deli area- large knife has completely melted plastic handle and is no longer cleanable. o
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Bakery area- drawer pulls and undersides of processing tables have accumulated residues. Sink sprayer nozzles have brown residue accumulation. o
4-601.11(B) Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits or other soil accumulation. 4-601.11(B)
Bakery area- baking pans and perforated baking sheets have thick carbon accumulation. o
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Deli area- hand wash sink drain is leaking at the trap onto the floor. o
— Focused Inspection ; /· Focused Inspection

Inspector: NSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be avail https://foodpermit fdacs. gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx. DANIEL CHAVEZ, PERSON IN CHARGE RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST Name and Title of Whom This Report was Issued

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton last inspected?
Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC. in Ellenton was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 13, 2023. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton had?
Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC. in Ellenton has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton find?
Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC. in Ellenton was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 13, 2023 (Focused Inspection).
Has Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC. in Ellenton has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC in Ellenton?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Acapulco Tropical Y Mas INC. in Ellenton are: 2-401.11: Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11; 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4); 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf.

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