Cafe Ba Ba Reeba

April 26, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint
failed findings7
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Source Of Cross Contamination Controlled I.E. Cutting Boards, Food Handlers, Utensils, Etccritical

Inspector note: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. OBSERVED ICE (FOOD) CONTAMINATED BY PINK AND BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE INSIDE UPPER PANEL WATER RESERVOIR WHERE ICE IS MADE IN ALL THREE ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL ICE. MACHINES TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL CLEANED, SANITIZED, AND C.D.P.H. CONTACTED FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.
code 4Priority
toxic items stored near food

Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
Inspector note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. REAR EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY FOUND NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH OPEN 1" GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE BOTTOM OF DOOR WITH TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
code 18
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INTERIOR OF OUTDOOR LINEN STORAGE BIN FOUND DIRTY WITH PAPER AND FOOD DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN.
code 32
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR THROUGHOUT WINE CELLAR WITH FOOD DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALL IN BASEMENT LADIES WASHROOM DIRTY WITH SPLATTER, MUST CLEAN. MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE VEGETABLE BOX FREEZER IN BASEMENT, MUST REPLACE.
code 35
food improperly labeled

Official wording: Toilet Room Doors Self Closing: Dressing Rooms With Lockers Provided: Complete Separation From Living/Sleeping Quarters
Inspector note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOORS, LADIES AND MENS, MUST HAVE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.
code 37
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. PILED CONSTRUCTION WOOD ON GROUND AT REAR WALKWAY TO ALLEY MUST BE REMOVED.
code 41

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