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Merengue Restaurant

August 5, 2008 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings6
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Hot Holdingcritical

Inspector note: Beef white and yellow rice being hot held under hot holding unit. Discontinue and hot hold all PHF'S at 140F or higher. Removed by PIC
code 03-3-501.16*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: Carrots stored on walk-in floor in basement. Store elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: Wooden mortar and pestal being used in kitchen preparation area. Discontinue and use food grade equipment.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: Interior of fryers in kitchen area with heavy grease build-up.
code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Inspector note: No soap at hand wash sink in basement. Provide.
code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Inadequate Lighting

Inspector note: Light out above grill. Replace.
code 38-6-303.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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