La Condesa

March 8, 2013 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeCanvass
failed findings15
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: Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Rear exit door in kitchen not rodent proofed, 1/4 inch gap across bottom of door. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issued 7-38-020. Must also provided pest control logbook with all written documents, including all recent service invoices.
code 18
Outside Garbage Waste Grease And Storage Area; Clean, Rodent Proof, All Containers Covered

Inspector note: Outside garbage area not maintained, rodent proofed or cleaned. Observed 3-garbage dumpster, 2 of which have overflowing garbage from establishment on top with bags of food and debris, cardboards of food thats not broken-down and lids will not close and completely elevated creating a rodent nuisance. Instructed to keep lids completely closed, tight fitting and rodent proofed and have all garbaged contained inside of garbage dumpster. Serious citation isuued 7-38-020
code 19
Dish Washing Facilities: Properly Designed, Constructed, Maintained, Installed, Located And Operated

Inspector note: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in middle of three compartment sink, water coming up right side-cloudy water with food debris. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of wastewater. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
code 24
toxic chemicals mishandled

Official wording: Previous Minor Violation(S) Corrected 7-42-090
Inspector note: Previous minor violation not corrected 02-03-2012, report #670265: #34-Must replace broken floor tiles behind bar area.Serious citation issued 7-42-090. Floor is in severe condition. Floor tile is completely missing in areas, not able to properly clean floor and floor is down to unsealed floor boards.
code 29
Food In Original Container, Properly Labeled: Customer Advisory Posted As Needed

Inspector note: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
code 30
Clean Multi-Use Utensils And Single Service Articles Properly Stored: No Reuse Of Single Service Articles

Inspector note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensil to prevent contamination before use.
code 31
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: Ice bin in bar not provided with cover. Instructed to provide cover over ice to protect at all times.
code 32
food prep surfaces dirty

Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
Inspector note: Cutting baord, cooking equipment, can opener, sinks and coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
code 33
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: Fan above rear exit door not maintained. Instructed to install 16 inch mesh acreen to cove fan and seal opening. Ceiling tile not maintained prep area. Instructed to replace any damaged ceiling tile. Wall panels behind exposed and three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to replace heavily stained panels and remove molded silicone chaulk around sink. Gap noted along wallbase in prep area. Instructed to intall coving along the wallbae.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: Light bulbs not shielded in prep area or above warmer. Instructed to replace missing light cover or install shields with end caps.
code 36
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: Overhead pipe in basement leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent excessive water in basement.
code 38
Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And Conspicuous

Inspector note: Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
code 40
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: Unnecessary articles and unused equipment in basement. Instructed to remove all unsued articles and detail clean areas.
code 41
Food (Ice) Dispensing Utensils, Wash Cloths Properly Stored

Inspector note: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
code 43

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass w/ Conditions on February 3, 2012: 12 findings appeared for the first time. 3 findings recurred.

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