TWINS JAZZ (N), 1344 U 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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Aug 06, 2013 | Routine | 1 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 17, 2013 | Follow-up | 0 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Mar 26, 2013 | Complaint | 4 | 5 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Nov 01, 2012 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Oct 24, 2012 | Complaint | 5 | 4 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Aug 31, 2012 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jul 25, 2012 | Routine | 4 | 8 | Details / Comments |
Aug 06, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
INTERIOR OF REACH IN UNITS CONTAINED FOOD PARTICLES AND SPILLAGE. (Corrected On Site) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
THE DISH MACHINE WAS NOT OPERABLE AT VISIT. THE CHEF STATED THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE MACHINE HAVE BEEN ORDERED. THEY ARE CURRENTLY USING THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SET-UP FOR DISH WASHING.
ITEMS MUST BE ABATED PRIOR TO NEXT ROUTINE VISIT.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MRS.COLEMAN AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 37.7F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | 10.2F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.3F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 35.6F |
| (Refrigerator - pizza prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 34.2F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 38.2F |
Apr 17, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)Continue to clean inside of the reach-in units
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Green Peppers (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Lettuce Iceberg (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 39.5F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 116.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -4.0F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) | 41.0F |
| Chicken Wings (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
Mar 26, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)Unclean food-contact surfaces(cutting boards on the sandwich unit and soda gun holders at the bar - Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)Items inside of sandwich unit above 41 degrees - Proper date marking & disposition
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Thermometers provided & accurate
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)No thermometer in reach-in refrigerator. - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)fruit fly activity and dead roaches inside of the microwave that no longer works - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)No chemical test strips provided to measure the concentration of sanitizing solution(s). - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)Dishmachine not working at time of call - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)Exterior of equipment inisde of the kitchen contains dried food particles - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)Floors underneath and around equipment inside of the kitchen contain grease and dried food particles
Correct stated items within 5days
Correct stated items within 45 days
If you have any questions,please contact area superviosr Mr. Ronnie Taylora t (202)442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 115.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Veggie Burger (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
| Curry Sauce (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
Nov 01, 2012 (Follow-up)
Comments:5 & 45-DAY NOTICE FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 10/24/12
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-555-2180
| Temperatures | |
| (Refrigerator) | 41.0F |
| (Freezer) | 5.0F |
| (Freezer) | 14.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Peppers (Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Lettuce (Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
Oct 24, 2012 (Complaint)
Violations:
- No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Food employee observed making bare hand contact with ready to eat foods.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Handwashing sink found unclean and heavily soiled.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper hot holding temperatures
Hot food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s). (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
Improper labeling and date marking. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer in reach-in refrigerator (under counter).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
A live roach observed in the kitchen area near the handsink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Personal cleanliness
Food employee observed not wearing proper hair restraint while working with food.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Floors found heavily soiled in the corners/around the wall, and many pots/pans found heavily encrusted with oil build-up.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5- AND 45-DAYS AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.
CFPM: KELENEWORK TESFAYE (53146) EXP.10/25/13
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR, MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 125.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 35.0F |
| Rice and Beans (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Sauce (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 56.0F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Greens (Stove) (Hot Holding) | 119.0F |
| Chicken (Stove) (Hot Holding) | 132.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 0.0F |
Aug 31, 2012 (Follow-up)
Comments:45 DAY NOTICE ABATED FROMM INSPECTION CONDUCTED 7/25/12.
25 DCMR 1903.1,3200.1, AND 1524.1,
CFPM KELEMEWORK TESFAYE PROMETRIC NUMBER 10-1012.TO OBTAIN DC CERTIFICATE,COME TO 899 NORTH CAPITOL N.E ROOM IOO MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30AM-4:30PM WITH 35 DOLLARS MONEY ORDER OR CHECK. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR RONNIE TAYLOR (202)535-2180.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 120.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Cheese (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 118.0F |
Jul 25, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
Certified Food Protection Manager's certificate issued by the DC Department of Health has expired. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food-contact surfaces - reach-in freezer unit. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
Food items/containers stored inside refrigeration and freezer units not properly date-marked. (Corrected On Site) - Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
No "Consumer Advisory" posted or located on the menu. (Corrected On Site) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer(s) inside reach-in refrigerator(s). (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food properly labeled; original container
Food items/containers stored inside refrigeration & freezer not properly labelled. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Unclean non-food contact surfaces - shelves & equipment.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Self-closure device on toilet room doors in disrepair. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Holes in wall behind handsink in food preparation area. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Floor in need of cleaning. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CFPM - KELEMEWORK TESFAYE - EXPIRED
CRITICAL ITEMS STATED WERE CORRECTED ON SITE
NON-CRITICAL ITEMS NOT CORRECTED ON SITE MUST BE CORRECTED WITHIN 45-DAYS (09/10/12)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 131.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 120.0F |
| Beef raw/ground (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | 18.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
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