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November 22, 2010 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeShort Form Complaint
  • failed findings7
  • critical findings0

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Failed findings

  • 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. OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON MYSTIC DRINK STORAGE PALLETS ALONG SOUTH WALL, 8 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SUGAR STORAGE SHELF ALONG NORTH WALL, 6 MICE DROPPINGS ON MIDDLE SHELF ALONG EAST WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H70855 COURT DATE 12-30-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
    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. REMOVE POP CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR STORAGE AREAS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL. PAINT SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
    code 32
  • food prep surfaces dirty
    Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
    Inspector note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING; INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL PREP TABLES, COOLERS, SLICERS, CUTTING BOARDS, GRILL, FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, STEAM TABLES, SHELVES, KNIVES (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS) CABINET UNDER SINK AND LEDGE IN 1ST FLOOR WASHROOM.
    code 33
  • 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. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT(GRILL, FRYERS, STEAM TABLES, SHELVES, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, SINKS, ETC) ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREA(GREASE SPILLS, FOOD BEBRIS). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN FLOOR IN ALL AREAS. FLOORS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE WATER ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
    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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ABOVE WATER HEATER, UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK, ALONG BASEBOARDS ETC TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. WALLS NEED CLEANING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STEAM TABLES (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, BBQ SAUCE SPILLS). STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL. REPAIR CEILING IN REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS (MOLD, WATER DAMAGE).
    code 35
  • thermometers missing
    Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
    Inspector note: Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
    code 36
  • 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. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AND OUTSIDE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
    code 41

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on October 20, 2010: 1 finding appeared for the first time. 6 findings recurred.

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