- Critical: Molluscan Shellstock Tags/Labels Marked with Date Last Sold or Served
Observation: The date when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served is not recorded on the tag or label.
Correction: The identity of the source of shellstock (oysters, clams, mussels) that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels and marking the tag or label with the date when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served. Information provided.
- Critical: PHF(TCS) Cooled from 135°F to 41°F within 6 Hours Total (corrected on site)
Observation: The following cooked potentially hazardous foods are not being adequately cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and to 41°F within a total of 6 hour: BRACIOLA COOKED OVER 10 HOURS AGO IN COOLING IN UNIT # 2 observed at 45°F.
Correction: Potentially hazardous foods shall be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and to 41°F within a total of 6 hours to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.Discarded. Provided training and literature.
- Permit to Operate Required, Must be Posted, Must be Valid
Observation: The establishment has not posted the permit to operate in a conspicuous location.
Correction: No person shall operate a food establishment unless that person possesses a valid permit issued by the Director. Only a person who complies with the requirements of this Chapter shall be entitled to receive or retain such a permit. Permits are not transferable from one owner to another. A valid permit shall be posted in every food establishment in a conspicuous place in the public view. Food establishment permits are issued for a calendar year and expire on December 31 regardless of the month of issue.
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09/30/2015 | Risk Factor | |
- Critical: Molluscan Shellstock/Maintaining ID/Tags Retained for 90 Days from Dates Last Sold or Served (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The tags for the molluscan shellfish are not being retained for 90 days. Mussels.
Correction: The identity of the source of shellstock (oysters, clams, mussels) that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served using one of the following methods: 1) an approved record keeping system that keeps the tags or labels in chronological order correlated to the date when the last shellstock from a container are sold or served, 2) preserving source identification by using a record keeping system, and 3) ensuring that shellstock from one tagged or labeled container are not commingled with shellstock from another container with different certification numbers, different harvest dates, or different growing areas as identified on the tag or label before being ordered by the consumer. Mgr. corrected last set sold.
- Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: tomatoes 41F, sausage 46F, Pork 44F @ #4
Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature conrol for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below. MOVED ALL ITEMS TO UNIT BELOW SINCE THEY WERE JUST PUT IN LESS THAN 4 HOURS AGO AND UNIT WILL BE SERVICED ASAP, ACCORDING TO OWNER,
- Equipment / Good Repair / Operation
Observation: The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41°F: 2 door prep. unit # 4.
Correction: Repair/adjust the unit so it is able to maintain foods at or below 41°F. Do not use the unit to store potentially hazardous foods while it is not operating properly. Do not store any potentially hazardous food in the refrigeration unit #3 until after it has been fixed. ONCE REPAIRED
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05/11/2015 | Routine | |
Include a reminder statement on the menu:
1) "Regarding the safety of these items, written information is available upon request", or 2) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness", or 3) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
No violation noted during this evaluation. | 09/29/2014 | Risk Factor | |
The purpose of today's visit was to investigate a complaint submitted to the Health Department on March 7, 2014 regarding the reuse of previously served bread, mold in cheese shakers and pre-sliced fruit at the bar, and cockroach infestation. Spoke with the person-in-charge who said previously served bread is discarded and not served to the next table. Fewer slices are served to prevent waste. Pre-sliced fruit at the bar did not have any visible mold and the container looked clean. The fruit are refreshed every other day if not sooner and the container is cleaned before being refilled. Cheese in the cheese shakers had evidence of mold. The person-in-charge had all the cheese shakers emptied and refilled with new cheese. Did not observe any live cockroaches at the time of the visit. Pest control is scheduled for regular service. Mold in the cheese shakers have been confirmed, but the other items of concern were not confirmed at the time of the inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation. | 03/12/2014 | Complaint | |
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Additional equipment temperatures:
(1) 1 door TorRey freezer- 2F
(2) 2 door True cooler- 41F (beverages)
(3) 1 door TorRey freezer- 13F
- Critical: Consumer Advisory, Reminder Provided (repeated violation)
Observation: The following raw and/or undercooked foods are provided on the menu, menu board, table tent or brochure without a reminder statement: (1) CAESAR SALAD (2) BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINA ON THE LUNCH AND DINNER MENUS
Correction: The Consumer Advisory shall include a reminder statement that includes asterisking (*) the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states one of the following: 1) "Regarding the safety of these items, written information is available upon request", or 2) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness", or 3) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions".
- Plumbing / Maintained in Good Repair
Observation: Plumbing connections under the ICE MACHINE are leaking.
Correction: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
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03/12/2014 | Routine | |
The purpose of today's was to conduct a routine inspection. EHS provided manager with a sample menu containing complete consumer advisory language. NOTE TO OWNER: please fax an updated menu containing the complete consumer advisory as soon as the menu is updated to 703-385-9568.
- Critical: Molluscan Shellstock/Maintaining ID/Tags Retained for 90 Days from Dates Last Sold or Served (corrected on site)
Observation: The tags for the molluscan shellfish (mussels and clams) are not being retained for 90 days.
Correction: The identity of the source of shellstock (oysters, clams, mussels) that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served using one of the following methods: 1) an approved record keeping system that keeps the tags or labels in chronological order correlated to the date when the last shellstock from a container are sold or served, 2) preserving source identification by using a record keeping system, and 3) ensuring that shellstock from one tagged or labeled container are not commingled with shellstock from another container with different certification numbers, different harvest dates, or different growing areas as identified on the tag or label before being ordered by the consumer. DISCUSSED WITH OWNER AND MANAGER.
- Critical: Consumer Advisory, Reminder Provided
Observation: The following raw and/or undercooked foods are provided on the menu, menu board, table tent or brochure without a reminder statement:-----
1) Caesar dressing containing raw eggs,
2) Grilled steak.
Correction: The Consumer Advisory shall include a reminder statement that includes asterisking (*) the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states one of the following: 1) "Regarding the safety of these items, written information is available upon request", or 2) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness", or 3) "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions". DISCUSSED WITH MANAGER THAT REMINDER STATEMENT WOULD BE ADDED TO MENUS AT THE NEXT MENU PRINTING WITHIN THE NEXT 1-2 MONTHS.
- Handwashing Cleanser, Available at Handwashing Facilities (corrected on site)
Observation: Observed that hand soap provided at each handwashing sink was not accessible from the dispenser.
Correction: Provide hand soap at each hand sink to allow employees to properly wash their hands.
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11/12/2013 | Routine | |
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