Laughing Monk Cafe

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings2
• critical findings0

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Failed findings

• ⚠️Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
  Inspector note: Remove all heaviily soiled vents in the hood and soak for an extended period of time until all heavy grease deposits have been removed • Remove the last two vents in the hood containing black grease deposite - soak in bleach overnight inside the three bay sink - repeat as needed
  code 590.004/4-202.18-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Outside Receptacles (C)
  Inspector note: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris - work with neighboring businesses pertaining to the common trash area used by commercial establishments as well as residential trash from apartments above the facility
  code 590.005/5-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

• ✓Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
  Inspector note: Ensure all menu items offered under cooked are clearly identifed on the menu with the proper consuker advisory
  code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
• ✓In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
  Inspector note: Ensure all utensils being used to dispense condimemnts are food grade and have a scoop with a handle as discussed
  code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Sponges Use Limitation (C)
  Inspector note: Remove sponges inside the three bay sink - do not use on pots and pans - [ non food contact surfaces oinly ]
  code 590.004/4-101.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Clean under gaskets and runners inside all refrigeration/ freezer units where needed from visible food spills
  code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Storage of Soiled Linens (C)
  Inspector note: Discontinue keeping soiled aprons and wiping cloths stored in a laundry bag on the kitchen floor of the restaurant - elevate a minimum of six inches to reduce potential rodent activity
  code 590.004/4-803.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
• ✓Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
  Inspector note: Clean floors of ter kitchen under and behind all cooking equipment on the line to remove visible grease and grime deposits
  code 590.006/6-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on November 15, 2023: 1 finding appeared for the first time. 1 finding recurred. 6 previous findings did not recur.

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