- Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. AROUND BASE OF WATER HEATER **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. POTS and PANS.
- Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
- High Priority - Live flies in kitchen. SMALL "FRUIT FLIES."
- High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW CHICKEN STORED NEXT TO AND IN CONTACT WITH RTE RIBS. **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. MOP SINK.
- Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. DISH PERSONNEL DID NOT KNOW HOW TO USE TEST STRIPS. **Corrected On-Site**
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08/07/2014 | Complaint Full | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. LIDS.
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. CHICKEN.
- Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. ACROSS FROM BLAST CHILLER.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. CUT TOMATOES.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. CUT TOMATOES @ 54°. STOP SALE ISSUED.
- High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. NO READING ON TEST STRIPS. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic questions about allergens. HOW TO CALIBRATE A PROBE THERMOMETER. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. RIBS. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. BY ICE MACHINE.
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07/01/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
- Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. SPLASH GUARD NOT INSTALLED BETWEEN HAND SINK AND FOOD PREP TABLE.
- Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. GREEN PEPPERS.
- High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. BLACK BEANS 108° AFTER 4 1/2 HOURS OFF STOVE. CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. RTE RIBS @ 50°. STOP SALE ISSUED.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. RTE CHICKEN @ 109°. STOP SALE ISSUED.
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1/2/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. PHONE AND KEYS.
- High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. PLANTAINS @ 117° AT TAKE OUT.
- Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
- Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
- Intermediate - Certified food manager fails to exhibit active managerial control. COOLING PROCEDURES, EMPLOYEE EXCLUSIONS AND RESTRICTIONS.
- Intermediate - Employee trained using a state approved in-house training program not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. PROPER COOLING PROCEDURES.
- Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. BY ICE MACHINE.
- Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. RIBS IN WALK IN COOLER.
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7/19/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. hot water temperature at handwash sink
- Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust, frozen ice on products in walk in freezer and water dripping from ceiling in walk in cooler
- Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. in kitchen Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink in kitchen area 94*F - 96*F when tested.
- Critical - Observed 1 dented can slice jalapenos in storage Corrected On Site.
- Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint.
- Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. in walk in cooler
- Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. washing wiping cloth
- Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
- Critical - Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only. rear door
- Observed open dumpster lid.
- Observed personal care item stored with food. cellular phone on food preparation table
- Observed personal care item stored with food. employee yogurt in walk in cooler
- Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. reach in cooler gaskets on front counter
- Observed single-service articles improperly stored. not inverted
- Critical - Observed the presence of insects, ants at soup station on front line.
- Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. water found in storage
- Observed water draining onto floor surface. in walk in cooler
- Critical - Observed water dripping from ceiling in food storage area in walk in cooler.
- Plumbing system in disrepair. drainage on fan motor in walk in cooler
- Wet mop not hung to dry.
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11/20/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. metal insert
- Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. in reach in cooler throughout
- Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. fire suppression system
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. sauce in walk in cooler
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7/18/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
- In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. scoop in cook rice Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
- Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. throughout walk in cooler
- Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. yuca at 118 degrees F on service line Corrected On Site.
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1/12/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over prepped onions in the walkin cooler .
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10/10/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
- Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
- Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
- Critical - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
- Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
- Please see inspection report for more details.
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5/24/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. drink bottles
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. prep area Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. white ice catch soiled
- Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. residue on sides toward top
- Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. stained cutting boards
- Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface exterior warmer boxes.
- Observed residue build-up/soil on nonfood-contact surface. lids on rice /bean bin
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface shelving dish room
- Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. reachin feezer
- Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. prep area
- Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
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11/30/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
- Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
- Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
- Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
- Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Corrected On Site.
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5/25/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container rice . Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets near drice thru and rear kitchen =.
- Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits grillmon the end.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface hws near ice machine ensure thereis no dumping.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface raw meat reachin.
- Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface faucets on hws.
- Observed clean equipment stored on floor under shelving in dry storage area.
- Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination storage area soiled front l9ne.
- Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease hood filters.
- Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust fan cover walkin.
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11/10/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 4/28/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 12/18/2008 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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