OPEN KITCHEN DINNER, 847 UPSHUR 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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| No violation noted during this evaluation. | May 14, 2013 | Complaint | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 22, 2013 | Follow-up | 2 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 15, 2013 | Complaint | 5 | 2 | Details / Comments |
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Jan 30, 2013 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jan 15, 2013 | Complaint | 3 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 04, 2012 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Nov 19, 2012 | Complaint | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Oct 05, 2012 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Oct 01, 2012 | Preoperational | 1 | 1 | Details / Comments |
May 14, 2013 (Complaint)
Comments:The DC CFM is Andrew Williams: FS55606 will expire 8/17/2013.
If you have any questions please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 110.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 31.9F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 42.1F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 27.7F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -7.2F |
| Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 163.2F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 164.9F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 164.9F |
Apr 22, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS (Corrected On Site)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illnes.
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°f
Most recent pest control service date: 4/11/2013
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 117.8°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 113.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 116.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 118.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 35.0F |
| Greens (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 144.0F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 140.0F |
| Cabbage (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 155.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Beef Stew (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 150.0F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 165.0F |
| Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
Apr 15, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
NO CFPM ON DUTY(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Correct response to questions
NO CFPM CERTIFICATE POSTED(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARDS ARE NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
UNCLEAN NON FOOD ITEMS SURFACES /WALLS/GRILL'S VENTILATION HOOD(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
Complaint Notes:Discussed with the owner about the complaint, he stated they have strict food safety policies, and all employees are trained to understand and follow the rules, l observed cooking procedures,kitchen operations, hot / cold holding, no safety concerns were seen.
The Business has NO written employee's health policy for food-borne illness, a copy is given to the PIC.
NO CFPM ON DUTY
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°f
Most recent pest control service date: 4/10/2013
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 119.9°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 115.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 116.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 114.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - pizza prep unit) | 40.0F |
| Bacon (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Lettuce mesclun (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| BBQ Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 155.0F |
| Cabbage (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 146.0F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 146.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
Jan 30, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Faucette at mop sink is broken/detached. (REPEAT)
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 5-DAY NOTICE AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.
ALL OTHER 5-DAY NOTICES ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 1/15/13.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN: 202-535-2180).
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 146.0F |
| Salisbury Steak (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 165.0F |
| Chicken baked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 198.0F |
| Green Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 141.0F |
| Cabbage (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 139.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 35.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -10.0F |
Jan 15, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
Raw meats stored above ready to eat foods inside of the reach-in refrigerator.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Time as a public health control: procedures & records
Improper use of time as a public health control for chicken and fish breading flour left out at room temperature. (Corrected On Site) - Personal cleanliness
Food employees observed not wearing proper hair restraints. (Corrected On Site) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inside of reach-in freezer and refrigerator found with food debris and spillage at the bottom.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Faucet at the mop/service sink as become detached, and the spray hose near the garbage disposal is broken.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Toilet room/restroom doors are not self-closing.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5- AND 45-DAYS AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN: 202-535-2180).
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 147.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 10.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -10.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 28.0F |
| (Refrigerator - display) | 35.0F |
| Greens (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 141.0F |
| Spaghetti (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 146.0F |
| Soup (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 175.0F |
| Chicken baked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 171.0F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 183.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 123.0F |
| Fish - Tilapia (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
| Turkey Wings (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
Dec 04, 2012 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
NO CFS ON DUTY AT CALL(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
ALL ITEMS ABATED
CFS MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHEN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 112.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Freezer) | 2.0F |
| Chicken Strips (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Egg Salad (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Beef (Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 157.0F |
Nov 19, 2012 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Proper hot holding temperatures
SOME HOT FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURESS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARDS ARE NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
Complaint Notes: Discussed with the store manager about the sanitation protocols, the dirty floors and bathroom, inquire about the trash and grease collection. NO evidences of wrong doing,the store was clean, No malpractices or safety concerns seen.
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
Consumer advisory notice printed on the menu
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°f
CORRECT STATED ITEMS WITHIN 5DAYS AND 45DAYS
Most recent pest control service date: 11/02/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 112.8°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 121.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 119.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 119.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 118.0F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 121.0F |
| Mixed Vegetables (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 118.0F |
| Mashed potatoes (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 128.0F |
| Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 113.0F |
| Cabbage (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 113.0F |
Oct 05, 2012 (Follow-up)
Comments:NOTICE GIVEN FOR CERTIFIED FOOD SUPERVISOR LICEENSE ABATED
CFS -ASCHALW ALEMU
EXP 05/21/15 FS-5321
Oct 01, 2012 (Preoperational)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
NO CFS ON DUTY(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
NO WASTE RECEPTACLE IN BATHROOM (Corrected On Site)
NO OBJECTION TO ISSUANCE OF LICENSE
C OF O CO1203186
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 110.0F |
| (Refrigerator - display) | 38.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 38.0F |
| (Freezer) | 0.0F |
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