Nov 13, 2014 (Routine)

• Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  No paper towels at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site)
• Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
  No chemical test strips provided to measure the concentration of sanitizing solution(s). (CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  No covered receptacle in toilet room. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Restroom door is not self closing. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Blown bulb (inadequate lighting) in reach-in refrigerator. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)

Jul 09, 2014 (Routine)

• Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  No paper towels at handwashing sink in bathroom. No handwashing signage at handwashing sink. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Food obtained from approved source
  Rack full of spices and nuts in containers with no nutrition label or proof of purchase from approved source. Full shelf of food removed. (Corrected On Site)
• Food separated and protected
  Fruit/vegetable stand in front of store had all different fruits and vegetables having contact. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food
  Rotten fruit and vegetables on stand. They were removed and discarded in presence of inspector. (Corrected On Site)
• Proper date marking & disposition
  Two boxes of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal was expired. (Corrected On Site)
• Thermometers provided & accurate
  No thermometer in reach-in refrigerators. No thermometer in reach-in freezers. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Presence of fruit flies around fruit and vegetable stand. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  Microwave had spill from ramen noodles (COS) Coffee grinds in cabinets underneath coffee machines. Coffee and slurpie drains are filled with liquid. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Unclean restroom. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
• Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  Dusty shelves, walls and floors in storage area in the back.
• Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  Cardboards on floor at entrance. (Corrected On Site)

Dec 04, 2013 (Follow-up)

• 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. A copy of the DC Food Code employee reporting agreement , interview and medical referral form was distributed at the time of the inspection. (Corrected On Site)

Nov 22, 2013 (Routine)

• 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.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)

Mar 13, 2013 (Follow-up)

Mar 10, 2013 (New ownership)

• Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  No paper towel dispensor in toilet room
• Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)Rat feces observed on the ground adjacent dumpster unit exterior south east corner of operation. Eradicate by professional means, invoice of service required at re-inspection call.
• Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
  (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)Pickeled foods dispensed at customer service/display area allows for possible contamination. Re-locate items so customers do not have access to the entire stock of product, place behind the service counter, including tongs observed stored in plain water.
• In-use utensils: properly stored
  Food tongs available for customers at self service bar stored in plain water, cease and desist. Re-locate products and tongs so only the operator may access to assure sanitation and eliminate possible contamination of utensils.
• Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  Wooden shelfs in the display area must be either marine treated or painted with non toxic coating to eliminate moisture retention and possible mold/bacteria harborage.
• Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)Waste food disposal is located in the bottom of the 3 compartment sink, unit must be relocated to drain board, also the unit has a baffle which does not allow solids to be introduced to the unit at input site.
• Garbage & refuse properly disposed, facilities maintained
  Clean ground area around and under the dumpster(s).Containerize all trash generated, location observed with trash bags and bulk litter all around the exterior of the dumpster unit, area very dirty at call and lots of vermin feces observed ( rats ).
• Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  Storage room and locations observed unclean along floor areas below equipment in corners and baseboards. Cease and desist placing beverage crates on the exterior sides and rear of estblishment.