Bakalao Kitchenette Inc.

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
• failed findings2
• critical findings0

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Failed findings

• ⚠️System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
  Inspector note: Observed rear hand sink leaking. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide detailed report.
  code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
  Inspector note: Observed heavy dust on hood filters. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clean prior to scheduled licensed hood cleaning
  code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

• ✓(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
  Inspector note: Observed refrigerated unit / walk in unit stored in basement soiled with food and blood spills. Clean to remove all spills and soils from all stated equipment
  code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
  Inspector note: Observed rear hand sink blocked with soiled wiping cloths. Discussed with PIC to maintain handsinks clear and accessible for hand washing only. COS
  code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
  Inspector note: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated units unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
  code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on March 3, 2025: 2 findings recurred. 3 previous findings did not recur.

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