Talk And Wok Cafe

April 30, 2008 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeEating & Drinking
  • failed findings13
  • critical findings2

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Failed findings

  • Cold Holdingcritical
    Inspector note: Garlic and oil stored at room temperature is 53F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. Cooked chicken stored on top of unit is 47F. Ensure PHF's are kept at 41F or below and that they are properly cooled. Fried rice is stored at room temperature 110F. Provide proper holding tempratue.
    code 03-3-501.16(A)*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • PIC Knowledgecritical
    Inspector note: Certified food manager was unable to answer questions about temperature and employee illness policy. Provide a knowledgeable food manager.
    code M-2-102.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Knives and bulk food containers aresoiled. Clean to remove.
    code 22-4-601/602.11** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Insects Rodents Animals
    Inspector note: Rodent droppings along shelves and basement floor. Clean and provide pest reports showing treatment.
    code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods
    Inspector note: Items cooked in advance are allowed to cool on top of unit. Cool items properly to ensure that temperature drops from 140 F to 70F in 2 hours and then from 70F. to 41F in an additional 4 hours.
    code 04-3-501.15/4-301.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Protection
    Inspector note: Walk in refrigerator: Food products are stored on the floor. Store eleFood products are stored in open the cans. Store items in appropriate containers.
    code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Design
    Inspector note: Duct tape is covering holes in plastic containers. Repair or replace damaged containers Blk foods are dispensed with bowls. Provide scoop with handle.
    code 14-4-202.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize
    Inspector note: Wiping cloths are stored outside of sanitizer. Store cloths properly.
    code 21-3-304.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Shelving and counters are soiled. Clean to remove.
    code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage
    Inspector note: No paper towels at handsink. Provide. Sink is soiled with food encrustments. Clean to remove.
    code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Floors Designed Constructed Installed
    Inspector note: floors are soiled behind equipment. Clean to remove.
    code 36-6-201.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • premises not properly maintained or cleaned
    Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
    Inspector note: Hood vents are soiled with grease. Clean to remove. Walk in refrigerator fan is dusty. Clean to remove
    code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Inadequate Lighting
    Inspector note: Basement: No light in back corner where rice is stored. Provide.
    code 38-6-303.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on August 16, 2007: 9 findings appeared for the first time. 4 findings recurred. 5 previous findings did not recur.

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