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Merengue Restaurant

November 18, 2009 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings9
critical findings3

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Failed findings

Hot Holdingcritical

Inspector note: Fried pork left out at room temperature. PIC removed and reheated to ensure no bacterial growth. Ensure all PHF'S are maintained at 140F or above.
code 03-3-501.16*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Separation Segregation Cross Contaminationcritical

Inspector note: Raw eggs stored above raw meats. Discontinue and store separately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
code 08-3-302.11/3-304.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Contact Surfaces Cleancritical

Inspector note: No barrier between hand wash sink sanitizer bay of 3 bay sink. Provide protective barrier.
code 20-4-703.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: Buckets of raw meats stored on ground of walk-in freezer. Store elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: Racks storing dishes by hot holding unit visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Exterior of knife holder in basementbvisibly soiled. Clean to remove.
code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Installed and Maintained

Inspector note: Pipe under front hand sink leaking. Repair or replace.
code 29-5-201/02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Inspector note: No paper towels at front hand sink. Provide.
code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Inspector note: Outside dumpster missing lid. Provide.
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: Filters above fryer with visible grease build-up. Clean to remove.
code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on June 16, 2009: 9 findings appeared for the first time.

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