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Shojo

May 13, 2026 · Closed by the city

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official resultClosed by the city
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings8
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Backflow Prevention (P)critical

Inspector note: Provide an air gap at the prep sink.
code 590.005/5-402.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: Manager must monitor day to day operations regarding pest control & all cleaning /sanitizing Remove all clutter from basement storage clean & organize Voluntary Closure issued
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: There was evidence of rat activity(droppings multiple locations) Flying insects & Live roach activity basement trash location kitchen) Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection There were multiple rat cages(traps) positioned throughout the kitchen & basement prep locations.Owner stating staff had placed them.They have since been removed.Dropping are being removed during the inspection. (cleaned & sanitized) (activity also observed in the under construction location which is part of the basement pest control will address that location also)
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector note: Provide labels on all the bulk storag bins
code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector note: Provide working internal thermometers in all the refrigeration units.
code 590.004/4-204.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Secure all CO2 tanks
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Inspector note: Clean the floors throughout to remove evidence of rodent droppings soils food debris & insects
code 590.006/6-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector note: The hood sticker expired on 12.28.25(yellow).Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker. Appt is scheduled for 5.14.26
code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on August 25, 2025: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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