BUSBOYS & POETS, 2021 14TH ST NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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Jun 20, 2014 | Routine | 3 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jul 22, 2013 | Follow-up | 1 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Jul 16, 2013 | Complaint | 6 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Oct 25, 2012 | Routine | 8 | 0 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Jan 13, 2012 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 19, 2011 | Complaint | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
Jun 20, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
ALL OPENED FOOD PRODUCTS MUST BE STORED IN A SEALED TIGHT CONTAINER IN ORDER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
CUTTING BOARDS WERE IN POOR REPAIR AT VISIT. CUTTING BOARDS MUST HAVE A SMOOTH SURFACE AND BE FREE STAINS IN ORDER TO PREVENT BACTERIAL GROWTH AND CROSS CONTAMINATION.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
ALL COLD UNITS AND COLD DRAWERES MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41.0 DEGREES OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MUST BE REMOVED FROM THESE UNITS OR STORED ON ICE IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE COMPLIANCE.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
FLOOR IN THE LOCKER ROOM HAD EXCESSIVE MOISTURE. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES OVER BEER COOLER.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CFPM-DAVINO M. RICHARDSON FS-60551 EXP 1/13/2017
ALL ITEMS MUST BE ABATED WITHIN FIVE OR FORTY FIVE DAYS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CONTACT THE AREA SUPRVISOR MR. TAYLOR AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 124.6F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.6F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.5F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 35.2F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Steak raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding) | 44.6F |
| Hamburger Patty Raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding) | 43.2F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.5F |
Jul 22, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
The person in charge provided a certificate from an accredited program recognized by the Department but has not obtained a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate issued by the DC Department of Health.(instructions issued)(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
The cutting boards needed resurfacing or be replaced.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
5 day notice abated from the inspection conducted on 7/16/2013.
Correct items stated within 45 days.
If you have any questions please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 44.2F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 43.2F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 44.1F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 43.9F |
Jul 16, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
FOOD DEBRIS AND UTENCILS IN THE HANDWASHING SINK(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food separated and protected
uncovUNCOVERED FOOD ITEMS IN COOLERS (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
UNCLEAN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - 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) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL IS OUT OF ORDER(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
Notes: Discussed with the PIC about the complaint, and question how genuine the claim stands. He explained to me that the restaurant has a cleaning company that routinely handles all trash, drains,cleaning products and supplies. He stated that many restaurants in the areas share the same dumppsters areas; that you can claim NOT who is responsible of leaving trash on floor and around the dumpsters cans. Trah were sleft on floor,i ordered to remove trash and keep it clean.
The Business has NO written employee's health policy for food-borne illness,a copy is given to the PIC.
CFPM FARIS ALBAKHGET FS-44862 EXP. 09-02-2013
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°
Consumer Advisory notice printed on menu
Most recent pest control service date: 7/11/2013
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 117.9°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 116.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 111.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 115.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 114.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| Carrots (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Beef raw/ground (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 51.0F |
| Eggs (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Lettuce romaine (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Endive (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
| Cole slaw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
Oct 25, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
NO CFPM ON DUTY (Corrected On Site) - Correct response to questions
NO CFPM CERTIFICATE POSTED (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
UNCOVERED FOOD SURFACES: CAN OPENER/ICE BOX(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper hot holding temperatures
SOME HOT FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARDS ARE NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES (Corrected On Site) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
THE REACH-IN COOLER IS OUT OF ORDER(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 24HRS)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
NO CFPM ON DUTY
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°F
Most recent pest control service date: 10/21/2012
Correct stated items within 5-Days and 45-Days
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Chlorine 50ppm 0.0ph 107.2F)
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 117.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 114.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 41.0F |
| Lettuce (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Peppers (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Broccoli (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Sour Cream (Steam Cooker) (Hot Holding) | 119.0F |
| Soup (Steam Cooker) (Hot Holding) | 118.0F |
| Soup (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 121.0F |
| Scallops (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
Jan 13, 2012 (Follow-up)
Comments:CFPM MICHAEL WOODS FS-47599 EXP. 5/13/2014.
ALL ITEMS ABATED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 12/19/2011.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT MR. TAYLOR AT (202) 535-2180.
| Temperatures | |
| (Handwashing Sink) | 112.0F |
| Carrots (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Eggs (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Lettuce (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
Dec 19, 2011 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food contact surfaes/grinder(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Some cold food items are held at improper temperatures(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
Prepared food items in the reach-in cooler, are not labeled for dates & contents(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
The cutting boards are not smooth and have numerous grooves, they need to be resurfaced or replaced. (Corrected On Site) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips found at the 3compartments sink(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site)
Complaint Notes: Discussed with the restaurant manager about the sanitation protocols, I went over the store food suppliers invoices, the restaurant has a Bi-weekly deliveries, last one was done on 12/07/2011, and suggested to monitor the food preparation, no sign of malpractice or sanitation concerns.
The Business has a written employee's health policy for foodborne illness.
CFPM Michael Woods FS- 47599 exp. 5/13/2014
Correct stated items within 5days and 45days
Most recent pest control service date: 12/14/2011
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 129.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Dishwash area) | 125.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) | 39.0F |
| Carrots (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Eggs (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Ham sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Mashed potatoes (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 141.0F |
| Onions cooked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 149.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
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