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The Quin

September 30, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings7
critical findings0

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Failed findings

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector note: Cafe Q and Luna Sol menu's No indicators next to Caesar Salad and Ceviche. Provide reminder/disclosure for consumer advisory on all menus.
code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector note: Flip top (Cafe Q) needs repair. Food itmes out of temp. Artichoke- 56F Ham- 55F. Staff member removed foods and placed into refrigeration unit. Chef called repair person at the time of the inspection. Discontinue using the flip top until unit has been repaired.
code 590.004/4-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Observed scored and worn cutting boards ( Cafe Q & Luna Sol- Pastry) . Replace
code 590.004/4-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)

Inspector note: Observed glasses being stored upright (Scottie's) Glasses must be properly stored in an inverted position to prevent contamination.
code 590.004/4-903.11-C1* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Preset Tableware (C)

Inspector note: Observed utensils on the tables (Cafe Q). Provide proper storage of the utensils.
code 590.004/4-904.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: No hand wash signage at the hand sinks. Provide hand wash signage. No means to dry hands at the bar hand sink (CafeQ)
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Observed worn grout lines (Cafe Q) warewash area and Pantry (Bondo)kitchen area. Regrout to prevent water/food debris from accumulating and stagnating.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on May 20, 2025: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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