Question 1

How many health inspections has ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE had?

Accepted Answer

ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE has had 3 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Handwashing procedures.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

Accepted Answer

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

Question 5

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 6

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

Accepted Answer

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Inspection History (3)

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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