Devine Merci Restaurant

December 5, 2023 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings13
critical findings4

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Failed findings

Cooling (P)critical

Inspector note: PIC stated that chicken was boiled and then fried and was left out on counter to cool. Chicken was 68F. Removed and separated into 2 pans and placed into reach in refrigerator. Reviewed with PIC cooling procedures.
code 590.003/3-501.14-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: 2 door refrigerator- Beef 47F Vegetable 56F Mac & Cheese 51F.- Provide proper temperture 41F or below. Items were left out on counter and then placed into refrigerator. Reviewed with PIC to separate items and place into smaller bowls/trays. Ensure food is not left out on counter.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Multilple items on hot holding steam table at 77F. Reviewed with PIC the temperture for hot holding. Removed and reheated.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)critical

Inspector note: Connect faucet at the handsink (front counter) to the water line. No hot or cold water. Contact licensed plumber.
code 590.005/5-205.15-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector note: Steam table not working properly. Food items were out of temperture. Food must be kept at 135F or above. Repair knobs on the stove.
code 590.004/4-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: No test kit on site for chlorine sanitizer. Provide test kit.
code 590.004/4-302.14-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed dented tomato sauce can on shelf in the basement. Remove and discard. Reviewed with PIC.
code 590.006/6-404.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: -Evidence of rodent activity. Provide detailed IPM report. Observed live roach on steam table. -Observed rodent droppings in the front bathroom cabinet on the floor in the back bathroom and under front counter. Clean droppings to remove.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed utensils stored upside down in the bulk containers (basement) and in the ice machine (front counter). Properly store untensils with the handles up above the product.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Using Drain Plugs (C)

Inspector note: Wash bin missing drain plug. Provide drain plug.
code 590.005/5-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector note: Excess trash and unused items in trash area. Clean to remove.
code 590.005/5-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outdoor Food Vending Areas. Overhead Protection (C)

Inspector note: Remove dust build up on the vent in the bathroom. Clean to remove.
code 590.006/6-202.17-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: 3 bay sink needs a drying rack above the sink. Provide proper shelving for drying dishes.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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