Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace

Last inspected:

8421 N 56th St Temple Terrace, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Part of: Shell Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Riverhills Shell, a convenience store in Temple Terrace, received a sanitation inspection on February 18, 2026 during the food permit application process and was cited for 14 violations, all Priority Foundation (systemic management) severity. The inspector documented no backflow prevention device on an exterior hose bibb, a direct connection between the sewage system and an ice maker with no air gap in the warewashing area, missing paper towels at handwashing sinks in both the employee toilet room and warewashing area, unlabeled packaged beverages (Koolaid and Caprisun juice pouches) in the retail cooler, and the absence of written procedures for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. The facility corrected paper towel and beverage labeling violations on site during the inspection. The inspector provided information regarding required written procedures and directed the establishment to complete all permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020, F.A.C. before obtaining a valid food permit.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
14Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace: FDACS Inspection History (1)

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
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 14 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: STEFANIA

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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout, Hemp sign, and Kratom sign provided. Establishment wanted to add hemp and kratom to their permit. No hemp or kratom products available onsite during inspection. Request#5151040.

Risk-Based Violations

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
No written procedures for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Information regarding written procedures provided to the person in charge.
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
Toilet room: No paper towels at handwashing sink in employee toilet room. Warewashing area: No paper towels at handwashing sink. COS: Paper towels provided.
3-201.11(C) Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf
Retail area: Koolaid and Caprisun juice pouches not labeled for individual retail sale in reach-in cooler. COS: Juices were removed from retail sale.
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.
No certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs not effective in protecting the establishment from the weather or the entry of insects, rodents, or other animals. 6-202.16
Outside: Tree branches touching the roof on south side of building.
3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)
Retail area: Boiled peanuts scoop stored in stagnant water with an internal temperature of 77 F on customer self-service counter. COS: Scoop placed in dry holder.
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Beverage walk-in cooler: Rusty and peeling beverage storage shelving.
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Warewashing area: Soiled three compartment sink basins. COS: Three compartment sink was cleaned and sanitized.
5-203.14 Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside: No backflow prevention device on hose bibb with hose attached on the south side of the building.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Warewashing area: Handwashing sink slow to drain.
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Warewashing area: There is a direct connection between the sewage and the ice maker (no air gap).
5-501.11 Storage area or enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables not clean. 5-501.115
Outside: Trash and debris around dumpster in enclosure.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside: Dumpster lid left in the open position.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
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Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace last inspected?
Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 18, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace had?
Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace find?
Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 18, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Riverhills Shell in Temple Terrace 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; 3-201.11(C): Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) Pf; 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 Pf.

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