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Merengue Restaurant

June 8, 2009 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings8
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Separation Segregation Cross Contaminationcritical

Inspector note: Raw eggs stored above raw chicken and cooked lobster meat. Discontinue and store separately.
code 08-3-302.11/3-304.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Cross Connection Back Siphonage Backflow

Inspector note: Spray arm in basement 3 bay sink hangs below fill line. Ensure spray arm hangs above fill line.
code 30-5-203.14** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: Buckets of pork shoulder stored on ground of walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Utensil Storage

Inspector note: Knives being stored in between wall and knife holder. Discontinue and store clean and protected.
code 10-3-304.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: Tin foil being used to cover shelf where plastic bags are stored. Discontinue and ensure all shelves are cleanable durable and smooth.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: Interior of fryer cabinets with grease buold-up. Clean to remove. Knife holder in baeement visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
premises not properly maintained or cleaned

Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Inspector note: Baffels above grill and fryers with heavy grease build-up. Clean to remove.
code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Inadequate Lighting

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

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on January 14, 2009: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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