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The Avenue Bar & Grille

November 10, 2008 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings13
critical findings4

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Failed findings

Hot Holdingcritical

Inspector note: Beans on the steam table are 115F. Provide proper hot holding of 140F or above and ensure that food is reheated to 165F in two hours.
code 03-3-501.16*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Number Convenientcritical

Inspector note: The handsink in the kitchen is not working. Repair so employees can properly wash their hands.
code 31-5-203.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Separation/Sanitizer Criteriacritical

Inspector note: The low temperature dishwasher chlorine level is over 200 ppm. Provide proper sanitizer levels.
code 41-7-201/04.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Person in charge Assignedcritical

Inspector note: There is no manager to supervise the establishment. Provide a full time certified food manager.
code M-2-101.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Contact Surfaces Design

Inspector note: The cutting boards are heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
code 14-4-202.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: The shelving is covered with aluminum foil. Remove foil and provide a smooth cleanable durable surface.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Inspector note: Wiping cloths are stored outside of sanitizer. Store properly.
code 21-3-304.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: Refrigerator interiors are soiled with debris. Clean to remove. Handicap bathroom is soiled. Clean bathroom to remove odor and debris.
code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Installed and Maintained

Inspector note: The dishwasher is leaking. Repair.
code 29-5-201/02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Inspector note: No employee handwash signage in the handicap bathroom. Provide.
code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Improper Maintenance of Floors

Inspector note: Floor in the kitchen is soiled. Clean to remove.
code 36-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
premises not properly maintained or cleaned

Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Inspector note: The hood vent is soiled. Clean to remove. The walls in the kitchen are soiled. Clean throughly to remove debris.
code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Premises Maintained

Inspector note: Mops and brooms are stored on the ground. Store elevated.
code 42-6-501.113/.114* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on December 3, 2007: 13 findings appeared for the first time.

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