Raw meat, dirty hands: The worst April restaurant inspections in Coral Springs
Want to know which Coral Springs eateries are scoring poorly on state inspections? We’ve got you covered.
Though restaurants generally saw fewer violations compared to those inspected in March, contamination and temperature issues putting diners at risk of foodborne illness continued throughout April, according to state records.
Here’s what to know:
Patio Flamenco (9651 Westview Drive)
With 10 violations, the Spanish tapas bar had one of Coral Springs’ worst April inspection reports. Three were high-priority issues, covering safe food storage temperatures and cross contamination risks. Inspectors noted ready-to-serve bottles stored in ice used for drinks at the front bar, as well as a lack of handwashing access.
They recommended filing a complaint because the person in charge of the kitchen during the inspection was not certified as a food manager, but decided the violations were “not an immediate threat to the public.”
El Mariachi Restaurant (2149 N. University Drive)
Inspectors also recommended an administrative complaint for El Mariachi, which had eight violations. None were high-priority, and only two were considered intermediate priority. However, inspectors wrote that repeat issues at the Mexican eatery had continued, including improper storage of vegetables and pork that increased risk of foodborne illnesses.
Spikey Ty (4690 Coral Ridge Drive)
Despite logging the most violations (11) in Coral Springs this month, including two high-priority and three intermediate-priority infractions, the Thai, Chinese and Japanese fusion restaurant passed its routine inspection. Inspectors noted issues with raw animal products improperly stored and poorly separated from ready-to-eat food, which were corrected on-site. Handwashing and general cleanliness issues were also noted.
Casa Tequila Mexican Restaurant (9617 Westview Drive)
Casa Tequila passed inspection despite its 10 violations, including one high-priority infraction. These included items that were corrected on-site, such as improper handwashing and food thawing.
North Community Park (5601 Coral Springs Drive)
Inspectors reported eight violations (three high-priority, three intermediate) and recommended an administrative complaint for repeat issuses at the park concession stand, noting cross contamination risks and improper storage temperatures for ground beef patties and raw bacon. They also wrote that a bottle of ibuprofen was stored in cupboard over a sink with syrups, another contamination risk. General cleanliness and certification issues were also listed.
