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Shabu-Zen

May 4, 2022 · Pass

😇clean

official resultPass
resultPass
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings0
critical findings0

✓ No failed findings were recorded; 16 code checks were marked passed.

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Checks marked passed

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)critical

Inspector note: Raw squid and fish stored over produce in reach-in cooler. Corrected on site. Store all raw meat and seafood below produce and ready to eat foods.
code 590.003/3-302.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Cut tomatoes stored on counter at 50F. Placed back into refrigeration. Cut tomatoes must be stored at or below 41F.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)critical

Inspector note: No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for measuring final rinse temperature of dish machine. Provide either strips or thermometer.
code 590.004/4-201.12-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)critical

Inspector note: Quats sanitizer testing over 500ppm- bright blue. Diluted to 200ppm. Retrain staff to crrectly and safely mix sanitizer for food contact surfaces. Read label directions.
code 590.007/7-204.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Assignment (Pf)

Inspector note: Need full time certified food protection manager to supervise and train staff regularly.
code 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: No test strips for testing quats sanitizer- only chlorine strips but no chlorine. Provide correct test strips for sanitizer.
code 590.004/4-302.14-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)

Inspector note: Hand sink at warewashing area with low hot water pressure and the cold facet apears to leak. Repair as necessary.
code 590.005/5-202.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Hand sink in kitchen blocked with buckets and a cutting board. Keep hand sinks clear at all times for staff to wash hands frequently and as needed.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Multiple drain flies in kitchen and near ice machine. Consult licensed pest control and provide report and plan for controlling flies at compliance inspection.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Inspector note: Three unlabeled spray bottles with toxic levels of sanitizer. Label all chemical containers to ensure safe use.
code 590.007/7-102.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Inspector note: Cooked quail eggs stored in water. Tofu stored in fresh water. Water discarded. Storing eggs and tofu in water increases possibility of pathogen proliferation.
code 590.003/3-303.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Soiled wiping cloths stored on counters. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution.
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector note: Basket of daikon radish stored under 3 compartment sink. Store produce away from pipes and not under warewashing sinks to avoid contamination.
code 590.003/3-305.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Thawing (C)

Inspector note: Reduced oxygen packaged salmon portions thawed in refrigerator. Reduced oxygen packaged fish must be removed from packaging prior to thawing per package directions.
code 590.003/3-501.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Aluminum foil covering shelving in kitchen. Discard and discontinue using foil to cover shelves because it cannot be cleaned and it can break off and contaminate food. Use materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.
code 590.004/4-101.19-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Soils and debris under dish machine stove and ice machine. Clean and dry all areas to avoid attracting pests.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on April 27, 2022: 16 previous findings did not recur.

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