Empire Garden

March 10, 2022 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings17
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)critical

Inspector note: Container of raw pork fish and beef in cook line reach-in. Store raw animal products separately to prevent cross contamination.
code 590.003/3-302.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: 2022 Health permit is not paid. Please pay immediately either through email or at 1010 Massachusetts Ave. 4th Floor.
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for measuring final rinse temperature on dish machine. Provide either thermometer or strips.
code 590.004/4-204.115-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Meat slicer observed soiled with dried food. Store equipment clean. Interior chute of ice machine with black mold-like substance. Clean and maintain.
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Hand sink in prep area blocked by pan and wiping cloths. Keep had sinks clear at all times for hand washing only. Corrected on site.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector note: Paper towel dispenser not operating properly at three hand sinks in kitchen. Provide towels at all hand sinks.
code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Rice scoop stored in 58F water. Store in 135F water or above to prevent cross contamination.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Soiled wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. Provide sanitizer buckets for wiping cloths.
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector note: Soda lines running through ice for beverages. Discontinue using ice for beverages that is being used to cool soda lines.
code 590.003/3-307.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Soiled cardboard used to line multiple shelves and carts. Dicard and discontinue using cardboard on shelves. Use materials that are smooth cleanable- and non-absorbent.
code 590.004/4-101.19-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Several cutting boards observed heavily scoured and permanently soiled. Discard and provide new cutting boards as needed.
code 590.004/4-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Hand sink basins soiled. Clean and only use hand sinks for washing hands. FLoor under fryer unit heavily soiled with grease and water. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Debris under tables and cookline. Clean under tables and equipment to avoid attracting pests.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: Slow drain at cook line hand sink. Service as needed to drain properly. Hand sink in prep area leaks underneath. Repair as necessary.
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector note: Back door with day light visible at bottom. Repair door as needed to prevent pests from entering premises.
code 590.006/6-202.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector note: Dead rat observed behind cook line and under dry storage shelf. Dead roach under storage shelf in rear of kitchen. Remove dead pests
code 590.006/6-501.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Small patch of ceiling in kitchen with dripping water and peeling paint. Repair as needed.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector note: Hood stickers are expired. Provide scheduled date for cleaning.
code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on October 5, 2021: 17 findings appeared for the first time.

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