Usa Grocery in Lutz

Last inspected:

15202 Livingston Ave, Lutz, FL 33559
Overview

USA Grocery in Lutz is a convenience store and packaged ice vendor in Pasco County. The facility has one inspection on record. On September 18, 2025, an inspector documented 8 violations during a sanitation inspection, including failure to date opened packages of deli meats (roast beef and buffalo reported as opened four days prior) and absence of hand soap in the restroom. Both violations were corrected on site. A prior focused inspection on September 2, 2023 related to Hurricane Idalia assessment found no violations. The facility must provide water source information to FDACS within 30 days.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Usa Grocery in Lutz: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Entity must provide water source information within 30 days information can be emailed to [email protected]

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Front food service : Opened packaged of deli meats (roast beef and buffalo) not dated, per conversation of the employee it was opened four days ago prior to the day of inspection. COS: All deli meats were dated appropriately.
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Unisex restroom:: Hand soap not available. COS: Hand soap provided by the person in charge.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide documentation of current Certified Food Protection Manager. Certification expired 2023

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. 3-305.11Repeat
Walk in cooler: Various drinks stored directly on the floor.
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Unisex Restroom: Door is not self closing.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Unisex restroom: Covered trash receptacle not provided.
5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside area: Dumpster drain plug missing.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail Area: Missing ceiling tiles.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARGARET ALVAREZ, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Usa Grocery in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Usa Grocery in Lutz last inspected?
Usa Grocery in Lutz was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 18, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Usa Grocery in Lutz had?
Usa Grocery in Lutz has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Usa Grocery in Lutz find?
Usa Grocery in Lutz was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 18, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Usa Grocery in Lutz had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Usa Grocery in Lutz has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Usa Grocery in Lutz?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Usa Grocery in Lutz are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 3-501.17(B): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf; 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.

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