ALERO RESTAURANT, 1301 U ST NW UNIT 113, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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Sep 03, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Aug 28, 2014 | Complaint | 2 | 3 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Aug 21, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Aug 14, 2014 | Routine | 6 | 11 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 03, 2013 | Follow-up | 2 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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May 30, 2013 | Routine | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 06, 2012 | Complaint | 2 | 4 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 19, 2012 | Routine | 2 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 04, 2012 | Complaint | 6 | 10 | Details / Comments |
Sep 03, 2014 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Mechanical dishwasher still being fixed. Managers and chef informed me that the dishwasher is washing everything by hand in 3 compartment sink. Technician is due to come in before the end of the week.
5 DAY VIOLATION STILL PENDING (25 DCMR 1804.1). PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR WHEN REPAIR IS COMPLETE AT 202-442-9037.
5 DAY VIOLATIONS ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 8/28/14 (25 DCMR 1007.1, 1900.1).
45 DAY VIOLATIONS ABATED (25 DCMR 2707.1).
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| (Walk-in Refrigerator) | 37.5F |
Aug 28, 2014 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
CUTTING BOARDS WERE IN POOR REPAIR AT VISIT. CHEF STATED CUTTING BOARDS HAVE BEEN ORDERED. PROVIDE A KNIFE HOLDER FOR KNIVES. KNIVES MAY NOT BE STORED ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARDS. INTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES CONTAINED SLIGHT MOLD AROUND THE ICE CHUTES.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS MUST BE DATED AND LABELED AT ALL TIMES.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
ALL LINENS USED TO WIPE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST ME STORED IN SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE IN ORDER TO PREVENT BACTERIAL GROWTH AND CROSS CONTAMINATION.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
DISH MACHINE DID NOT PASS THE STRIP TEST AT VISIT. ESTABLISHMENT MUST USE ALTERNATE METHOD TO SANITZE ALL ITEMS UNTIL MACHNE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
PROVIDE A COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE LADIES RESTROOM FOR LADIES TO DISPOSE OF PERSONAL ITEMS.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CFPM-OSMAR GUARDADO IS CURRENT FS-58351 EXP-10/29/2016
ALL ITEMS MUST BE ABATED WITHIN FIVE OR FORTY FIVE DAYS.
QUESTIONS: CONTACT MR. TAYLOR THE AREA SUPERVISOR AT 202-535-2180.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 116.8F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.5F |
| (Freezer) (Cold Holding) | 3.9F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 33.8F |
| Cheese (Cold Holding) | 38.4F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 156.8F |
| Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 148.4F |
| Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 146.9F |
| Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 149.0F |
| (Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -1.2F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 35.2F |
| Shrimp raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 37.2F |
Aug 21, 2014 (Follow-up)
Comments:ALL 5 DAY VIOLATIONS ABATED (25 DCMR 802.1, 1900.1).
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| (Walk-in Refrigerator) | 36.0F |
Aug 14, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Employee was observed drinking from an uncovered container in the food preparation area. (Corrected On Site) - No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Prep cook using bare hands to place cheese topping on food. (Corrected On Site) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site) - Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Food left stored in metal can in refrigerator. Thrown out in presence of inspector. (Corrected On Site) - Food separated and protected
Raw eggs and chicken stored above ready to eat produce. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Mold observed on soda dispensers behind bar. (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food-contact surfaces (food stored in re-used containers) (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer in walk-in refrigerator. No thermometer in reach-in refrigerators. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food properly labeled; original container
Working containers behind the bar and in dry storage are not labeled properly. - Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Food stored in refrigerator unprotected. Food and beverages stored on the floor. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Personal cleanliness
Head chef not wearing hair restraint - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cutting boards worn down and have deep cuts. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips provided to measure the concentration of sanitizing solution(s). (CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Drink spills dried syrups on drink machine dispensers. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
No covered receptacle in toilet room. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Food debris and dried liquid spills under racks in chemical storage/trash take out area. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Blown bulb (inadequate lighting) in employee restroom. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
PLEASE CORRECT ALL STATED ITEMS WITHIN 5 DAYS.
PLEASE CORRECT ALL STATED ITEMS WITHIN 45 DAYS.
NO SHELLSTOCK TAGS NEEDED. ALL SHELLSTOCKS COMES IN FROZEN NOT FRESH.
CFPM information: Osmar Guardado, FS-58351, exp: 10/29/16
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 142.3F |
| Raw Chicken (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Raw Beef (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 40.4F |
| Cole slaw (Ice) (Cooling) | 60.1F |
| Tres Leches Dessert (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.1F |
| Flan (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 34.3F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 30.0F |
| Salmon (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.6F |
| Butter (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cooling) | 47.1F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) | 40.0F |
| Scallops (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 42.3F |
| Raw Shrimp (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 40.6F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 114.9F |
Jun 03, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARDS ARE NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site)
The business has a written employees' health policy for food-borne illness. Thermocouple in ice & water: 32oF. Most recent pest control service date: 05/19/2013. If you have any questions, please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202) 442-9037/
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 114.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 119.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| Bacon (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Beef Patties (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Anchovies (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
| Beef (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
May 30, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Management awareness; policy present
The establishment does not have an employee health policy or can not provide proof of policy. No signed employee interview and reporting forms exist regarding the prevention of the transmission of diseases through food by infected food employees.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food-contact surfaces(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
Label and date all food as to its content. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
INCREASE PEST COTROL MEASURES FOR EVIDENCE OF DEAD ROACHES NEAR THE HOT WATER TANK.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
CLEAN HOOD TO REMOVE GREAST BUILD UP. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR, MRS. COLEMAN AT 202-442-5928.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 115.0F |
| Onions raw (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Sauce (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Sauce (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Lettuce (Cold Holding) | 35.0F |
| Tomatoes chopped (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Cheese (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Chicken (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
Dec 06, 2012 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
Food items on floor at storage area (bags of onions & carrots). (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
Food item/containers stored inside refrigeration units not properly date-marked. (Corrected On Site) - Food properly labeled; original container
Food items/containers stored inside refrigeration units not properly labelled. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Pots/pans not properly stored on shelving. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Unclean non-food contact surfaces - shelves and equipment. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Floor in need of cleaning. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CFPM - ANA M. NOGUERA - #FS-45966 - expires 11/27/2013
CRITICAL ITEMS STATED WERE CORRECTED ON SITE
NON-CRITICAL ITEMS STATED MUST BE CORRECTED WITHIN 45-DAYS (01/22/13)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 145.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 28.0F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Onions cooked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 159.0F |
| Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 142.0F |
| Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 157.0F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 147.0F |
| Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 152.0F |
| Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 157.0F |
| Shrimp cooked (Stove) (Cooling) | 148.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Cheese (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| (Freezer - ice cream) (Cold Holding) | -1.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -2.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Drinks (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 30.0F |
| Hot Water (Final Rinse Cycle - Warewashing Machine) | 181.0F |
Jun 19, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS (Corrected On Site)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
CFPM ANA M NOGUERA FS 45966 EXP. 11/27/2018
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°F
Most recent pest control service date: 05/01/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 100.9°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 120.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 125.0F |
| (Refrigerator - open display) | 39.0F |
| (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - open display) | 41.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Avocado (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Guacamole (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 144.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Peppers (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Blue cheese dressing (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
Jun 04, 2012 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Employee was observed drinking from an uncovered container in the food preparation area. (Corrected On Site) - No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Observed food handler touching ready to eat and hot cook foods with bare hands.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food-contact surfaces soda gun holders at bar dirty. Vent inside of refrigeration unit where lettuce and other food items are held.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Observer lighter fuel and other poisonous container on top of ice machine. (Corrected On Site) - Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Observed plastic container hanging on storage rack where clean pots and pans are stored with no label. (Corrected On Site) - Approved thawing methods used
Observed frozen chicken wings sitting out to thaw so they could be cooked for happy hour. (Corrected On Site) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer in reach-in refrigerator. No thermometer in walk-in refrigerator(s). (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food properly labeled; original container
No label on flour container. (Corrected On Site) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Evidence of mice dropping seen on floor and date marking tabs.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Wiping cloth(s) stored on counter(s) and not in sanitizing solution. Observed cook wipe plate with wiping cloth and put cloth behind apron he had on.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - In-use utensils: properly stored
Observed inappropriate utensil use to scoop white rice.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - In-use utensils: properly stored
Observed no dipper well for hand dipped ice cream unit.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cutting board have dark stains.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Interior of ovens, under grill and side of cooking equipment grease and dried food bill-up.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
No covered receptacle in toilet room in each stall.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Garbage & refuse properly disposed, facilities maintained
Observed no wash can at handwashing sink in kitchen(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5-DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR
MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 140.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/male) | 122.0F |
| Ranch dressing (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Peppers (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| salsa (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Shrimp raw (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Scallops (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
| Clams (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Saute onions (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 146.0F |
| Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 140.0F |
| Red Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 141.0F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 156.0F |
| Pork (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 156.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
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