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Tuscany Grill

Tuscany Grill
7640 N Wickham Rd
Ste 105
Melbourne, FL 32940
(321)757-7220

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4 Food Service Inspections Since July 1, 2011
Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4552652
Inspection Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Inspection Number: 2059956
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 2
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-22-1 Critical. Violation: 02-22-1Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Phf's in the walk in cooler Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
13-03-1 Violation: 13-03-1Observed employee with no hair restraint.

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4586788
Inspection Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Inspection Number: 2155722
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 3
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 6
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-22-1 Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. On some potentially hazardous foods held in the walkin cooler. Ie food from the freezer with the incorect date ,2/12.
09-01-1 Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. A no handle bowel is in the flower. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. The floors under the bar have broken glass and other discarded debris on them. Heavy build up
37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
41A-10-1 Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. Spray cleaning bottles are stored with food and drinks in storage behind the bar

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4289377
Inspection Date: Monday, February 20, 2012
Inspection Number: 2059956
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 8
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 15
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-22-1 Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Phf's in the walk in cooler Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter is at 54 degress fahrenheit , rapid chill to less than 41 Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Store made potentially hazardous dressing is at 51 degrees fahrenheit , chef discarded Corrected On Site.
04-01-1 Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Salad cold hold unit. Repeat Violation.
05-09-1 Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
09-01-1 Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. In flower and other foods
13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Many pla tic food containers in use and in storage are broken and cracked. Repeat Violation.
14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. The inside of the ice machine has a large crack.
15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair the inside of the walk in cooler/freezer doors are heavily stained and have peeling paint
15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair a spatula with a melted/broken handle is in use Corrected On Site.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
32-16-1 Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. At the wait station
36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Bheavy build up in the walkin freezer

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4289378
Inspection Date: Monday, November 07, 2011
Inspection Number: 2059957
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 12
Number of Noncritical Violations: 8
Total Number of Violations: 20
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
02-22-1 Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. All phf'S in walkin cooler
02-26-1 Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. All fire house buckets in walkin cooler
02-26-1 Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ALL PHF'S IN COOK LINE COOLER DRAWER RANGE 46F to 47F. Recommend rapid chill. Place in walkin freezer.
04-01-1 Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. COOK LINE COOLER DRAWERS FOUND AT 48F. Corrected On Site. Cook line cooler drawers was going through defrost mode found at 40F at end of inspection
08A-28-1 Critical. Observed container of flour stored on floor
12A-16-1 Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. /when appling gloves
14-31-1 Food storage container in cook line make cooler badly chipped
14-33-1 Observed food storage containers where clean dishes are stored are badly cracked and chipped. Sealed with duck tape
14-37-1 Observed all cutting boards moderatly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
16-03-1 Critical. Observed moderate accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
22-26-1 Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood filters
24-07-1 Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. Storage rack where clean dishes are stored
31-09-1 Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bar hand sink used as storage area
36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Tiles missing in dish pit
36-14-1 Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. Fryers
38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over stove in hood
47-07-2 Critical. Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. By big mixer next to office

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2 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4019053
Inspection Date: Thursday, April 21, 2011
Inspection Number: 2001371
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 6
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
03D-01-1 Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Observed cooked pasta finish cooling in eight inch deep covered lexan covered container in reach in refrigerator.
08A-29-1 Critical. Observed uncovered food,pails of sauce, in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
12A-13-1 Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in handle clean equipment or utensils, or without washing hands by dish washer. Corrected On Site. Dishwasher removed soiled gloves and washed hands befo touching clean dishes.
12A-18-1 Critical. Observed employee dry hands on cloth towel after washing.
14-37-1 Observed several different small colored cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Corrected On Site. Operator order new boards during visit.
50-06-1 Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date. Owner owes $273. 00 plus $50. 00 late fee. Corrected On Site. Opertor paid online during inspection.

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 4019054
Inspection Date: Monday, November 29, 2010
Inspection Number: 2001372
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 6
Number of Noncritical Violations: 13
Total Number of Violations: 19
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
12B-07-1 Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cook line RIC Corrected On Site.
14-31-1 Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Some plastic containers badly cracked
14-33-1 Observed interior of icemachine wall badly cracked
14-37-1 Observed cutting boards badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. RECOMMEND RESURFACING. Repeat Violation.
14-37-1 Observed individual cutting boards red,green white and blue are badly grooved/pitted and heavy mold like substance. Repeat Violation.
20A-10-1 Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm must use 3 bay sink to sanitize dishes
22-19-1 Critical. Observed interior of microwave heavily soiled.
22-20-1 Critical. Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed heavy encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
23-05-1 Observed heavy residue build-up on shelves for dirty dishes.
23-06-1 ObservedHEAVY build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves above salad prep cooler
24-07-1 Cleaned and sanitized chill wands not stored protected in WIF
24-08-1 Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Dishes on dish rack.
29-06-1 Ice bin at waitstaff area draing into a bucket.
37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. Server staion in kitchen
40-04-1 Observed personal care item stored with food. Cell phones Corrected On Site.
40-04-1 Observed jacket stored with clean utincils
47-16-2 Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
51-11-1 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Bar

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 3679922
Inspection Date: Monday, June 07, 2010
Inspection Number: 1888293
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 9
Number of Noncritical Violations: 10
Total Number of Violations: 19
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
01B-14-1 Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. Whole tomatoes.
03D-01-1 Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Covering items during cooling. Corrected On Site.
08A-23-1 Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw beef over raw scallops in reach in by grill. Corrected On Site.
08A-23-1 Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw beef roast over raw squid in walk in cooler.
08A-29-1 Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Drt storage. Flour.
14-37-1 Observed all cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Rusting bottom shelves on prep tables.
21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed moderate amount of encrusted material on can opener.
25-04-1 Observed single-service items stored on floor. Opened case of lids. Floor of shed.
29-06-1 Plumbing improperly installed. /ice bin draining into bucket. Wait station.
29-11-1 Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Triple sink.
29-11-1 Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Standing water on kitchen floor by ice machine.
34-10-1 Observed garbage on the ground in the storage shed
36-22-1 Observed area(s) by exterior of back door with standing water.
38-10-1 Light not functioning. Dish. And kitchen.
41B-01-1 Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 200 plus in dish machine.
47-05-2 Critical. Observed a splitter/multi-plug adapter in use. For reporting purposes only. By water heater.
49-06-2 Critical. Observed soap dispenser stored on water heater in front of venting area For reporting purposes only.

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 3760769
Inspection Date: Monday, August 17, 2009
Inspection Number: 1696583
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 3
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
1 53A-19-1:Observed expired food manager Certification. Not complied
1 03A-07-1:Observed potentially hazardous foods greater than 41F. Crab cakes 54F,salmon,52,tuna 52 in grill cooler
1 53A-09-1:No current certified food manager on site with 4 employee's or more.

Inspection For: TUSCANY GRIL
License Number: 1505230
License ID: 2135882
Inspection Visit ID: 3679923
Inspection Date: Monday, August 17, 2009
Inspection Number: 1888294
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended - Existence of critical violations found in an initial inspection require administrative action to ensure compliance.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 17
Number of Noncritical Violations: 6
Total Number of Violations: 23
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
01B-16-1 Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
02-22-1 Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Cooked potatoes,cooked lasagna,cooked meatballs,cooked beef all found in the walkin cooler
03A-07-1 Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salmon 52F,raw tuna 52 F crab cakes 54F in grill cooler. Repeat Violation.
08A-24-1 Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken over raw shrimp and calamari in walkin freezer
08A-27-1 Critical. Observed employee placing raw chicken next to fully cooked chicken on char grill. Corrected On Site.
08B-09-1 Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Switching from raw to ready to eat. Corrected On Site.
12A-12-1 Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
12A-17-1 Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands. While still wearing gloves. Corrected On Site.
12B-07-1 Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
14-03-1 Observed galvanized metal in contact with acidic foods. Opened can of cooked artichokes in walkin cooler
14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Grocery bags being used as food storage bags for precooked pizza dough in the walkin frezzer.
15-31-1 Observed shelf under prep table badly rusted
17-07-1 Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. For chlorine. Repeat Violation. 03/17/09
22-20-1 Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine sheild.
23-06-1 Observed heavy build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves where single service items are stored above prep coolers
23-06-1 Observed heavy build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves where they store dirty dishes
28-02-1 Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Grill cooler
31-09-1 Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked
32-15-1 Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Waitstaff hand sink Corrected On Site.
39-05-2 Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by black smoke residue on in kitchen walls by back door area. For reporting purposes only.
45-39-2 Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only. Abc in the liquor storage area.
53A-09-1 Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Repeat Violation. 03/17/2009
53A-19-1 Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation. 03/17/09

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No (0) Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009
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No (0) Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008
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No (0) Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007

NoticeEach inspection report is a “snapshot” of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day Tuscany Grill, Melbourne may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at Tuscany Grill, Melbourne.

A summary of violations found during inspections are listed in the Food Service Inspection boxes above. Cited are violations of Florida's sanitation and safety laws, which are based on the standards of U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Food Code.

In general, critical violations are those that, if not corrected, are more likely to contribute directly to food contamination, illness or environmental damage. Although the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) use the industry-standard term "critical", varying degrees of severity and potential risk to the public require inspectors to assess each situation in determining the appropriate action. In addition, while Tuscany Grill, Melbourne may have multiple violations, the inspectors' training and judgment formulate the overall result of the inspection to ensure the public health and safety.

Noncritical violations do not directly relate to foodborne illness risk, but are preventive measures that include practices and procedures which effectively control environmental conditions. Left uncorrected, noncritical violations can undermine the overall food safety program of an establishment and lead to the development of critical violations.

While most establishments correct all violations in a timely manner (often during the inspection), the division's procedures are designed to compel compliance with all violations through follow-up visits, administration action or closure when necessary.

Violations listed refer to the revelant section of Florida regulation that has been observed to be deficient during the inspection. Each establishment must comply with the language of the inspection statement. For purposes of enforcement and compliance, the DBPR recognizes the status as printed on the inspection form, although the severity of the violation observed may warrant additional action regardless of its "critical/noncritical" designation.


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