Flames Restaurant

May 17, 2012 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
  • failed findings18
  • critical findings5

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Failed findings

  • Labeling of Ingredientscritical
    Inspector note: Label all bulk food containers as discussed
    code 01-3-602.11 B2*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/Howcritical
    Inspector note: Handsinks are blocked - no handwashing observed during inspection
    code 12-2-301.12-.15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Cleancritical
    Inspector note: Several cutting knives are heavily soiled with differenr foods - top of knife holder - top of cutting boards are visible soiled - blade in can opener. Clean and sanitize as discussed.
    code 20-4-703.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Location Accessiblecritical
    Inspector note: Blocking the handsink in the rear with soiled pots - discontinue and keep clear as discussed
    code 31-5-204/05.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Non-Compliance w/Employee Health Policycritical
    code M-2-201.11/.14 .15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Insects Rodents Animals
    Inspector note: Visible rodent droppings - odorous smells of rodents in the stairway. Contact pest control company
    code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Thermometers Provided
    Inspector note: Provide a working thermometer
    code 05-4-302.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Protection
    Inspector note: Flout in a opened container in basement - exposed sugar. Provide a tight fitting lid for exposed foods as discussed Keep all sodas elevated off the floor at least six inches during storage this also includes other foods as well
    code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Design
    Inspector note: Replace badlly worn cutting boards as diiscussed - they appear uncleanable
    code 14-4-202.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Inspector note: Repair broken handle on the double door refrigeration unit Remove soiled cardboard from the floor - this will attract rodents
    code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Test Kit Provided
    Inspector note: No test strips provide
    code 17-4-302.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize
    Inspector note: Set up in areas as discussed-check the ppm as discussed
    code 21-3-304.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Clean inside / outside all refrigeration units - inside microwave - ezterior of all cooking equipment - exterior of all bulk food containers from old food spills stains and soils
    code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage
    Inspector note: Clean pots stored on top of soiled grease trap -relocated and sanitzed
    code 24-4-903.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Outside Storage Improperly Maintained
    Inspector note: Clean around the grease trap dumpster area from loose trash and debris
    code 34-5-501.111/.115* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • premises not properly maintained or cleaned
    Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
    Inspector note: Clean floors throughout the kitchen / basement basement stairs - top of grease trap - vents in the hood -from old food spills stains and visible soils Clean around the door handles rear door basement door and the door entering the kitchen from visible food spills stains and soils
    code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Premises Maintained
    Inspector note: Remove all unnesseccary articles cell phones clothing medicine's from the front counter area. This is a food srvice area and should be treated as such
    code 42-6-501.113/.114* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Soiled Linen Storage
    Inspector note: Soiled aprons thrown around the floor - keep stored in a contsiner as discussed
    code 44-4-802/03.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on August 4, 2011: 18 findings appeared for the first time.

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