MERKATO ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT ( N), 1909 9TH ST NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Oct 01, 2012 | Follow-up | 2 | 2 | Details / Comments |
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Sep 14, 2012 | Routine | 5 | 8 | Details / Comments |
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Jan 31, 2012 | Initial | 0 | 3 | Details / Comments |
Oct 01, 2012 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper date marking & disposition
No date marking on foods in refrigeration. (Corrected On Site) - Food properly labeled; original container
Injera bead have no nutritional labeling.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cuttinh board have stain and scratches. - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Filter has an accumulation of residue.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MESERET H. ALI FS-50010-EXPIRES1/3/2015
5-DAY NOTICE 1 REPEAT 1 COS FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/14/2012
45-DAY NOTICE PENDING.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female) | 120.0F |
| Meat (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in bakery) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
Sep 14, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
No Certified Food Protection Manager is on duty. (Corrected On Site) - Management awareness; policy present
The establishment does not have an employee health policy or can not provide proof of policy. No signed employee interview and reporting forms exist regarding the prevention of the transmission of diseases through food by infected food employees. (Corrected On Site) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No paper towels at handwashing sink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No soap at handwashing sink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Handwashing sink at bar is accessible.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
No date marking on prepared foods in refrigerator.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
No consumer advisory posted. (Corrected On Site) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Observed cutting board with scratches and discolored(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Remove cardboard from refrigeration at bar.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Residue on storage rack beside stove. Grease on filters. Underneather table soil.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Install self closing device on rest room doors.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Light not shielded under hood(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS NOT PRESENT WHEN I ENTER THE BUSINESS. MESERET H. ALI -FS-50010-EXPIRES-1/3/2015
NO BUSINESS ON PREMISES.
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5-DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 130.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet room) | 128.0F |
Jan 31, 2012 (Initial)
Violations:
- Thermometers provided & accurate
THERMOMETERS NOT LOCATED IN REACH IN UNITS. (Corrected On Site) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
NO SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR WIPING CLOTHS. (Corrected On Site) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
TOILET DOES NOT HAVE A SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. (Corrected On Site)
FOR QUESTIONS CALL MR TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037
CFM MESERET ALI FS-50010 EXP 1/13/15
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 118.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| Fish (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Chicken Selects (Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 165.0F |
| Meat (MIcrowave Oven) (Reheating) | 145.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 117.0F |
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