- Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In tempura batter. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen. Soy buckets in walk-in cooler. Moved on top of empty buckets. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. For zucchini. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Faucet in disrepair. Hand wash sink near dish machine. Cold side detached and rust/lime scale.
- Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. On ceiling. Unit next to rice cookers.
- Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near grills. Made sign. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Nonfood-grade garbage bags used in direct contact to store food. Black bag for salads. Please order food grade trash bag for this. Ask your supplier for form stating it is food grade.
- High Priority - Improper side-by-side separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw beef behind carrots. Raw chicken over soy beans.
- High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Rice 78°. pH only 4.28. Needs to be below 4.2. Discussed time as a public health control.
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Paint above wine. Moved. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. On diffuser plate.
- Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. On underside.
- Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Test kit wet.
- Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Lids for bulk storage of sugar and rice.
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11/04/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Dumpster rusted around back.
- Basic - Dusty/greasy ceiling air conditioning vent covers in kitchen.
- Basic - Gaskets/seals on prep cooler in poor repair.
- Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
- Basic - Ice, and lemons stored in holding container not covered.
- Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) fish thawing in prep sink, and hand sink at room temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Several food items in plastic buckets stored on floor in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
- High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Hot water at handwash sink in bar area does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit for approx. 5 min.
- Intermediate - Sanitize solution bucket not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
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4/11/2014 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in walk in freezer.
- Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawing at room temperature. Lobster. **Corrected On-Site**
- Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses in sushi area **Corrected On-Site**
- High Priority - Bleach and Clorox improperly stored on drain board of triple sink.
- Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Intermediate - Sanitize bucket not labeled.
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9/13/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Prep. Cooler.
- Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks outside not adequately secured.
- Basic - Faucet handle on two hand sinks in poor repair.
- Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
- Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- Basic - Soil residue build-up on fan guards in walk in cooler.
- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored in liquor/wine room. **Corrected On-Site**
- Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
- Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at some employee handwash sink.
- Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
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1/25/2013 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Observed bowl used as a scoop in tempura batter. COS
- Critical - Observed cloth used as a food contact surface. Cabbage in reach-in cooler. COS
- Observed employee's with no hair restraints. COS
- Critical - Observed fried onions stored on floor in waitress area. COS
- Critical - Observed krab meat stored on walk in freezer. COS (floor of freezer).
- Critical - Observed medicine stored on ice machine. COS
- Observed raw chicken over spring rolls in reach in cooler. COS
- Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in poor repair. Torn. Gaskets are on order.
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8/28/2012 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions.
- Critical - FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
- Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified in Parts 4-1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. (C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
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8/28/2012 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Scoop with no handle used to dispense cooked rice and cup with no handle used to scoop ice. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
- Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. All grill table sinks in dining room.
- Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Dishwasher not washing hands between handling dirty and clean dishes Corrected On Site.
- Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Bar area.
- Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. Certification for Yoon Hwang expired 10-11-11.
- Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Case of bottled water in bar storage area.
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Reach-in cooler at wait station.
- Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Napkin and fork in grill area sink. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. S ooping drink ice with drink cup. Corrected On Site.
- Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Bowl for scooping rice in 82 degree F water.
- Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
- Observed personal care item stored with food. Hats on shelf with clean dishes. Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk.
- Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Windex in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
- Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Last changed date is 3-22-11.
- Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sushi items at sushi bar.
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5/25/2012 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Clean spoons are stored uninverted . Waiting station .
- Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- Critical - Observed empolyee wash hands with no hot water.
- Critical - Observed food service employee training is incomplete .
- Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Ice scoop is soiled . Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Observed food/cooking oil stored on floor in storage area .
- Observed open dumpster lid.
- Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Waiting station .
- Critical - Observed sushi rice lacking proof of 4.6 ph or less . Corrected On Site.
- Critical - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
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10/14/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. MILK.
- Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw Chicken OVER Vegetable Spring Rolls. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed bottle water stored on floor.
- Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. RICE. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed employee come in from outside , handle equipment or utensils without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on ledge of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
- Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
- Water filters to ice machine or drink system not dated according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
- Observed build-up of grease on hood filters in dining area.
- Equipment, bowls and utensils not properly air-dried.
- Observed chopped sticks stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
- Observed soda gun holster not draining properly.
- Observed dusty air conditioning vent covers over waitress reach-in cooler .
- Critical. Observed sanitizing solution in towel buckets exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed unlabeled sanitize solution buckets.
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1/7/2011 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Critical. Observed crab sticks inside sushi cooler holding at 45 degrees F. Corrected on site.
- Critical. Observed in house probe thermometer is out of calibration.
- Critical. Observed squid, chicken stored on walk-in freezer floor.
- Observed utensils in standing water.
- Observed water filters for soda machine not dated.
- Critical. Observed one of the managers lacking the food managers certification. Repeat violation.
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6/29/2010 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
- Violation: 14-27-1 Water filters for ice machine not dated .
- Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Turbo reach in cooler gaskets are torn .
- Critical. Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Food service manager not certified after 30 days of employment . Thomas Miller . Repeat Violation.
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1/19/2010 | Routine - Food | Call Back - Complied |
- Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened jug of milk inside reach in cooler not date marked .
- Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimps inside reach in cooler at 46 & 48 F . This violation must be corrected by : 1/16/10.
- Critical. Observed sushi rice lacking required laboratory proof that pH is 4.6 or less . Repeat Violation.
- Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Sushi bar reach in cooler has no thermometer inside .
- Critical. Observed food stored on floor of walk in freezer . Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Towel used to cover sushi rice .
- Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, change gloves without washing hands .
- Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands , then dried hands on apron .
- Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Prep area .
- Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Kitchen area .
- Water filters for ice machine not dated .
- Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Turbo reach in cooler gaskets are torn .
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's/employee bathroom. Repeat Violation.
- Observed personal care item stored with food. Cigarette packages stored on food boxes in hallway .
- Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer solution at 200 + .
- No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
- Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Food service manager not certified after 30 days of employment . Thomas Miller . Repeat Violation.
- Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. Repeat Violation.
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1/15/2010 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
- Critical. Observed sushi rice lacking required laboratory proof that pH is 4.6 or below.
- Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw Pork over fresh vegetables Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed soy sauce stored on floor in bar area.
- Critical. Observed food stored on floor of walk-in freezer.
- Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed employee wash hands with no soap. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in bar area.
- Observed employee with no hair restraint.
- Water filters to drink system and ice machine have not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
- Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
- Observed knives stored between wall and prep. table. Corrected On Site.
- Observed cup lids stored on floor in bar area.
- Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar area.
- Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided for women in employee bathroom.
- Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in bar area.
- No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
- Critical. Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment. Thomas Miller.
- Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
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12/16/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 2/20/2009 | Routine - Food | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
| No report available. | 8/8/2008 | Food-Licensing Inspection | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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