ROTI MEDITERRANEAN GRILL, 1275 1ST ST NE, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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Sep 04, 2014 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Aug 29, 2014 | Routine | 3 | 5 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Jan 02, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 27, 2013 | Complaint | 2 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 10, 2013 | Routine | 0 | 2 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Feb 25, 2013 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Feb 19, 2013 | Routine | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
Sep 04, 2014 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) on refrigerated counter top were held at improper temperature(s). (Corrected On Site)
ALL 5-DAY NOTICE ITEMS FROM THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 08/29/14 HAVE BEEN ABATED.
If you have any questions, please call area supervisor Mrs. Coleman at 202-442-5928.
CFPM: Daniel Alvarez exp: 05/17/16 #FS-56866
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 114.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 119.0F |
| Falafel (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 144.1F |
| Chicken (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 135.3F |
| Couscous (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 59.0F |
| Vegetables - cut (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 44.4F |
| Tomato & Cucumber Salad (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 128.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Dishwash area) | 123.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 110.8F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 30.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | 1.0F |
Aug 29, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
The person in charge provided a certificate from an accredited program recognized by the Department but has not obtained a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate issued by the DC Department of Health. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No soap at handwashing sinks in back of house. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean surfaces were observed on ice machine drip panel and on some food equipment along service/prep line. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Flies (small and large) were observed flying and on surfaces in front of house during inspection. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Screws were observed holding up bottom of ice machine drip panel inside ice machine. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cutting board stored on air dry rack in warewashing area were observed scratched and scorn. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Piping under handsink along service/prep line (i.e. next to refrigerated lettuce drawer unit) was observed leaking onto the floor below. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Unclean flooring was observed under food equipment in various locations throughout the establishment. Unclean wall observed in garbage grinder sink area. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 AND 45 DAYS.
If you have any questions, please call area supervisor Mrs. Coleman at 202-442-5928.
| Temperatures | |
| (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 42.1F |
| Tomato & Cucumber Salad (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 44.1F |
| Couscous (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 41.1F |
| Chicken (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 145.1F |
| Rice (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 148.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 115.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 116.0F |
| Lettuce (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding) | 63.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Falafel (Deep Fryer) (Holding) | 155.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Salmon (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -7.5F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 32.0F |
| Couscous (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Mixed Veggies (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cooling) | 69.0F |
| Feta Cheese (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.5F |
| Tomato & Cucumber Salad (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cooling) | 44.8F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
Jan 02, 2014 (Follow-up)
Comments:CFPM: PAUL BERNAL 58653 EXP 07/13/2016. NOTICE ABATED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 12/27/2013.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water | 118.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - counter top) | 38.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -3.0F |
| Rice steamed | 140.0F |
| Potatoes | 136.0F |
| Mixed Vegetables | 42.0F |
| Onions raw | 42.0F |
Dec 27, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
No DC-issued certified protection manager on duty. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Management awareness; policy present
The establishement does not have an employee health policy regarding the prevention of foodborne illness. The health departement provided the establishment with a copy of the DC Food Code employee medical referral , reporting agreement and interview forms. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper use of restriction and exclusion
The establishment did not provide proof of an employee health policy regarding the prevention of foodborne illness. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer in under counter refrigerator.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food properly labeled; original container
Unlabeled Food items observed in dry foods storage area. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45 DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR, MS. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202)442-5928
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 116.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 115.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 138.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Chicken Chop (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
| Steak raw (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -10.0F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 31.0F |
| Steak cooked (Grill) (Cooking) | 158.0F |
| (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Chicken grilled (Hot Holding Display Unit) (Hot Holding) | 166.0F |
| Rice (Hot Holding Display Unit) (Hot Holding) | 163.0F |
| Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
Jun 10, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Personal cleanliness
ALL EMPLOYEES WORKING WITH FOOD MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. (Corrected On Site) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
WIPING CLOTHS WERE NOT STORED PROPERLY AT VISIT. (Corrected On Site)
CFPM-BENITO RIOS FS-55484 EXP 3/16/16
ALL ITEMS WERE CORRECTED ON SITE.
ESTAABLISHMENT HAS AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MRS. COLEMAN AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 113.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 33.9F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
| (Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 165.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.2F |
| Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 36.4F |
| Chicken (Rotisserie) | 199.0F |
| Chicken (Grill) (Hot Holding) | 205.0F |
Feb 25, 2013 (Follow-up)
Comments:THE WALK-IN WAS CORRECTED ON SITE.
ALL ITEMS ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION CONDUCTED.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT MRS. COLEMAN AT (202) 535-2180.
| Temperatures | |
| (Handwashing Sink) | 115.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 50.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 35.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
Feb 19, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA CONTAINED SLIGHT MOLD BUILD-UP BEHIND THE WHITE DRIP PANEL IN THE ICE CHUTE. ICE DISPENSER AT THE COKE MACHINE IN THE CUSTOMER SERVING AREA CONTAINED SLIGHT MOLD IN THE ICE CHUTE.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
ITEM MUST BE ABATED WITHIN FIVE DAYS
ESTABISHMENT HAS AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MRS. COLEMAN AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 114.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 35.0F |
| (Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -14.2F |
| (Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 159.8F |
| (Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 140.0F |
| Fruit - cut or sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 34.2F |
| Chicken (Rotisserie) (Hot Holding) | 140.8F |
| Lamb (Rotisserie) (Hot Holding) | 168.2F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 166.3F |
| Hummus (Salad Prep Unit) (Cold Holding) | 35.0F |
| Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 158.0F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
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