Dovetail

January 6, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings15
critical findings2

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Failed findings

Cooling (P)critical

Inspector note: Recent mesh avocado 50F cut lettuce 53F stored in cold unit for serving. Discussed cooling parameters with PIC. Products were place in the walkin for cooling. PIC to monitor cooling parameters and train staff.
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: Cooked nduja 47F cooked corn squash 50F stored in cold holding unit / ice . Product was voluntarily discard by PIC PIC to monitor and train staff on temperature parameters.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC unable to provide procedure and clean up kit for vomit and diarrheal events. Provide
code 590.002/2-501.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC to train staff on P's and PF's violations noted on the inspection report. *** PIC to post current CFPM Certificate PIC to post current Allergen Awareness Certificate PIC to post current Site Cleanliness License
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)

Inspector note: Sanitzer bucket holder observed reading 00ppm quatz. Dispensing accordingly. (cos)
code 590.004/4-204.117-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC unable to provide working thermometer/ strips for the high temp dishwasher. Provide
code 590.004/4-302.13-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Interior of low temp dishwasher observed soiled (delime) interior of ice machine lower level observed soiled interior of upright refrigerator unit observed with soils build up. Clean & sanitize to remove
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Handwashing sink prep area downstairs observed with ice machine excess water dispensing inside. Discontinue
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector note: Multiple staff observed working with RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain
code 590.002/2-402.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Food dispensing utensils observed stored in stagnant water. Discontinue (COS)
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector note: Retail handwashing sink observed missing protective barrier. Provide proper barrier
code 590.003/3-307.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector note: Multiple refrigeration units observed without a conspicuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible at all time
code 590.004/4-204.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Cutting boards observed heavily scored. Ressurface/repair
code 590.004/4-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: Bathroom in the lower level observed without handwashing sign. Provide
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector note: Hood sticker observed expired 9.24.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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