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Al Dente Ristorante

May 9, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings7
critical findings0

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Failed findings

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector note: Clean to remove all visible soils on both sides of all cutting boards in the kitchen where needed- if there are deep lacerations that can not be cleaned properly - replace where needed - soakl them overnight with a higher concentration of ppm sanitizer / bleach to assist with the issue
code 590.004/4-202.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: No visible signs of rodent activity inside the restaurant at this time however there are visible dropping sites in the alleyway where the open dumpster is located - address
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector note: Post copies of both your current food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site [ ensure the names match ]
code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Equipment Clothes Washers Dryers and Storage Cabinets Contamination Prevention Location (C)

Inspector note: Soiled linen / aprons being stored outside in the alleyway will be a draw for rodents if not properly covered - address and / or relocate if needed
code 590.004/4-401.11-C1* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector note: Clean underneath and around the dumpster from some loose debris and visible rodent droppings
code 590.005/5-501.115-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector note: The lid to the dumpster is now missing completely - replace [ highly recommending you contact your waste removal company and have the entire dumpster replaced }
code 590.005/5-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector note: Clean the floors and walls throughout the kitchen behind the walls of the hand sink and all other areas containing visibkle food spills sgtaikns and soils
code 590.006/6-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on March 4, 2025: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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