South St. Diner

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings4
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Sausage links in container on flat top grill at 115F. Reheated to acceptable temperature. Hold hot items at 135F or above.
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
  Inspector note: Allergy certificates observed expired. Update.
  code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
  Inspector note: Excess oil containers and trash observed in back alley. Remove all trash and clean all debris.
  code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
  Inspector note: Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
  code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on May 8, 2025: 4 findings appeared for the first time.

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