Midtown Uptown Cafe & Catering, 1325 Miccosukee Rd, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: MIDTOWN UPTOWN CAFE & CATERING
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1325 Miccosukee Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308
License #: 4702832
Total inspections: 35
Last inspection: 08/18/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination. At server area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. At rear kitchen walk in cooler.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored in food preparation area with potential to cause cross contamination. Observed spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on food preparation table in rear kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk at server area reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink ice and straws in hand sink near three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle containing pink liquid, stored on food preparation table in rear kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Behind glasses at server area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Case of Togo cups stored on floor of preparation kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Several areas throughout kitchen.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. At both main kitchen, and rear preparation kitchen.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. A reach in cooler at servers area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. At bottom of soda dispenser covers.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey and ham at walk on cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
5/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Several cases of cups/lids stored on floor of lobby area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated grease. A secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. Secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At flour bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Swiss cheese at cook line held at 50f, 20 min later 39f. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk a reach in cooler at server station. **Corrected On-Site**
4/21/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Several cases of cups/lids stored on floor of lobby area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated grease. A secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. Secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At flour bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Swiss cheese at cook line held at 50f, 20 min later 39f. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk a reach in cooler at server station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. this violation must be corrected by March 18, 2014. **Warning**
3/20/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Several cases of cups/lids stored on floor of lobby area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated grease. A secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. Secondary kitchen.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At flour bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Swiss cheese at cook line held at 50°f, 20 min later 39°f. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk a reach in cooler at server station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. this violation must be corrected by March 18, 2014. **Warning**
1/17/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. At server station.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Coffee cup near make line.
  • Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. At cook line.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hash browns 58°f, sliced tomatoes 46°f, spinach 47°f at 10:00 am on cook line, held cold since 7:00 am. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Near back door.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk at display cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Several dishes left in hand sink near three compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow liquid near trash bags. **Repeat Violation**
8/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/29/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Cases of salmon and bag of yellow onions on floor in catering kitchen walk in. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prepmcoolernand cutting boards for catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 kitchen employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. display cooler and dressing cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish room sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. All three doors on prep cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler fan covers soiled in both kitchens. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Both kitchens. Door frame in catering kitchen soiled. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken salad in prep cooler at 48 F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove tops in both kitchens, wrap press, ovens in catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in display cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Brisket and gumbo in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid unlabeled bottle in catering kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
3/8/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling tile in storage room.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gaskets torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning issued on 01/17/2013
2/20/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Floor soiled with rodent droppings in storage room, under and beside cooking equipment and under make table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling tile in storage room.
  • Basic - Pans on storage rack not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gaskets torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with egg shells and debris.
  • Basic - Single-service foam cups stored on floor in dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - High Priority - 1 Dead roach on sticky rat trap pad in storage room. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by approximately 1 live roaches found under ice machine. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 hard rat droppings under soda boxes storage rack, and 2 next to helium tank in storage room. Approximately 3 droppings under kitchen make table, 1 dropping by stove approximately 2 under stove. This violation must be corrected 02/20/2013 **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan sitting in sink.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning issued on 01/17/2013
2/19/2013Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on stove, pots, and other kitchen equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - Kitchen Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on both sandwich pressers inside kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. This violation is being handled on a separate call back inspection per previous warning issued during prior routine inspection at establishment. **Warning**
1/18/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on stove, pots, and other kitchen equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - Kitchen Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - High Priority - Dead roach located at dry storage area near lobby rear entrance to establishment. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by approximately 140 hard and 10 soft rodent droppings found behind lobby reach in freezer. Rodent activity present as evidenced by approximately 50 hard and 10 soft rodent droppings found behind kitchen make/preparation table near grills. Rodent activity present as evidenced by approximately 5-10 hard and 1 soft rodent droppings found on top of air mover inside women's restroom. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on both sandwich pressers inside kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. This violation is being handled on a separate call back inspection per previous warning issued during prior routine inspection at establishment. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink near three compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishes stored inside sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle in kitchen containing toxic substance not labeled on shelf below preparation table. **Warning**
1/17/2013Complaint FullEmergency order recommended
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Cases of salmon and bag of yellow onions on floor in catering kitchen walk in. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prepmcoolernand cutting boards for catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 kitchen employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. display cooler and dressing cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish room sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. All three doors on prep cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler fan covers soiled in both kitchens. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Both kitchens. Door frame in catering kitchen soiled. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken salad in prep cooler at 48? F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Stove tops in both kitchens, wrap press, ovens in catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in display cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.. This violation must be corrected by 3/4/2013. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Catering kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Brisket and gumbo in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid unlabeled bottle in catering kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
1/4/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/20/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - OBSERVED ALL PURPOSE CLEANER STORED ON PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN #2. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • OBSERVED BOILED EGGS COLD HELD GREATER THAN 41? FAHRENHEIT IN MAKE TABLE; EGGS 61? FAHRENHEIT. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • OBSERVED BULK FLOUR REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITHOUT PROPER LABEL. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • OBSERVED CLEAN DISHES STORED WITHOUT PROPER AIR DRYING; CUPS WET NESTING ON COUNTER.
  • Critical - OBSERVED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION EXPIRED. CERTIFIED FOO MANAGER DATED 12/5/2010. VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED BY 09-02-2012.
  • OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALL IN WARE WASHING AREA.
  • Critical - OBSERVED KITCHEN #2 HAND WASH SINK MISSING HAND WASH SIGN.
  • OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD COLD HELD GREATER THAN 41? FAHRENHEIT; BEAT EGGS 47? FAHRENHEIT ON COOKLINE.
  • OBSERVED SHELL EGGS STORED OVER RAW BACON IN WALK IN COOLER. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • Critical - OBSERVED SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • Critical - OBSERVED SOILED CAN OPENER IN KITCHEN #2.
  • Critical - OBSERVED UNLABELED SPRAY BOTTLE CONTAINING ALL PURPOSE CLEANER IN KITCHEN #1. CORRECTED ON SITE.
  • OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH NOT STORED IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
  • OBSREVED REACH IN COOLER GASKET IN DISREPAIR, SLIDING GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
7/2/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Violation: 02-07-1 Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening; sour cream in glass reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; boiled eggs 45F and sausage 44F in reach in cooler under make table.
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; roast beef 53F in make table. Repeat Violation 11-15-2011.
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; salami 53F in container on table next to reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Violation: 12A-16-1 Observed employee engage in food preparation, changing gloves without washing hands. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair; sliding glass reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener; in kitchen 2. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface; in sliding glass reach in cooler.
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed reach in cooler gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up in kitchen 2. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 25-01-1 Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination; to go containers not inverted in kitchen. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Violation: 35A-04-1 Observed rodent activity as evidenced by 30 hard rodent droppings found in cabinet under prep table. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
2/28/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength in cloth bucket; 0ppm. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on ac unit in kitchen 2. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface; in sliding glass reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed container of pickles stored on floor. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, changing gloves without washing hands. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener; in kitchen 2. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair; sliding glass reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; boiled eggs 45F and sausage 44F in reach in cooler under make table.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; roast beef 53F in make table. Repeat Violation 11-15-2011.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit; salami 53F in container on table next to reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening; sour cream in glass reach in cooler.
  • Observed reach in cooler gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up in kitchen 2. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by 30 hard rodent droppings found in cabinet under prep table. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination; to go containers not inverted in kitchen. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor; cases of cups under newspaper table. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice machine. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle of degreaser under front counter. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation 11-15-11.
2/27/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 01B-16-1 Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. boiled eggs 51 degrees, swiss cheese 55 degrees, eggs 61 degrees, pancake batter 49 degrees, sausage 46 degrees, cream cheese 63 degrees.
  • Violation: 15-12-1 Nonfood-contact equipment not constructed in a proper manner. Make table hood removed.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-11-1 Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours. cutting boards
  • Critical - Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-25-1 Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. 3 door ric in kitchen
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. sliding glass ric in front service area.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. food build up on stove.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. ice machine air filter.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. toaster tray.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee unisex bathroom.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. hole on the floor covered with tape and plastic.
  • Violation: 37-06-1 Observed ac vent soiled with accumulated grease in kitchen 2.
  • Violation: 37-06-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen 2.
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers in kitchen.
  • Critical - Violation: 41A-09-1 Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. bug spray stored on prep counter in kitchen 2.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-09-1 Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations. Hot Shot for indoor RESIDENTIAL use only.
2/22/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 01B-16-1 Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. boiled eggs 51 degrees, swiss cheese 55 degrees, eggs 61 degrees, pancake batter 49 degrees, sausage 46 degrees, cream cheese 63 degrees.
  • Violation: 15-12-1 Nonfood-contact equipment not constructed in a proper manner. Make table hood removed.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-11-1 Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours. cutting boards
  • Critical - Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-25-1 Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. 3 door ric in kitchen
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. sliding glass ric in front service area.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. food build up on stove.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. ice machine air filter.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. toaster tray.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee unisex bathroom.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. hole on the floor covered with tape and plastic.
  • Violation: 37-06-1 Observed ac vent soiled with accumulated grease in kitchen 2.
  • Violation: 37-06-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen 2.
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers in kitchen.
  • Critical - Violation: 41A-09-1 Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. bug spray stored on prep counter in kitchen 2.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-09-1 Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations. Hot Shot for indoor RESIDENTIAL use only.
  • Violation: 51-09-1 Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. 97 seats provided, 40 on license. This violation must be corrected by : 1/16/11.
11/17/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • AC vent missing above ice machine.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee unisex bathroom.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. cups stacked wet on counter.
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. 97 seats provided, 40 on license. This violation must be corrected by : 1/16/11.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. hole on the floor covered with tape and plastic.
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours. cutting boards
  • Critical - Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations. Hot Shot for indoor RESIDENTIAL use only.
  • Critical - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Employee restroom.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. ric containing pancake batter and sausage. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not constructed in a proper manner. Make table hood removed.
  • Observed ac vent soiled with accumulated grease in kitchen 2.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. employee grabbing sprouts. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. ice machine air filter.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. toaster tray.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. kitchen 2
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed employee changing gloves without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. kitchen 2
  • Observed floor in wic area covered with standing water.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. onions and salmon in wic (kitchen 2)
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. sodas in catering closet.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. sodas, juice, and water in wic by restrooms.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. used to dump coffee
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. kitchen 2
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. 3 door ric in kitchen
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. sliding glass ric in front service area.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. boiled eggs 51 degrees, swiss cheese 55 degrees, eggs 61 degrees, pancake batter 49 degrees, sausage 46 degrees, cream cheese 63 degrees.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. food build up on stove.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found in storage cabinets in kitchen. This violation must be corrected by : 11-16-2011.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. containers above printer and ric not inverted.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. cups in front service area.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. bug spray stored on prep counter in kitchen 2.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. cookies on front counter not covered.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. multipurpose cleaner in storage under front counter.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen 2.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
11/15/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph 3-401.11(C) and Subparagraph 3-401.11(D)(3) and under Paragraph 3-801.11(C), if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. (B) Disclosure shall include: (1) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as ''oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),'' ''raw-egg Caesar salad,'' and ''hamburgers (can be cooked to order);'' or (2) Identifica of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. (C) Reminder shall include asterisking the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states: (1) Regarding the safety of these items, written information is available upon request; (2) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness; or (3) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
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2/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/21/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/30/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/24/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
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9/23/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license # not displayed on catering flyers.
6/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/12/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. unit by stove
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. eggs Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed bag of onnions stored on walkin cooler floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. cases of cups stored on the floor in storage area
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. plares and to go boxes need to be inverted Corrected On Site.
2/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/23/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. (A) a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT that PACKAGES FOOD using a REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING method and Clostridium botulinum is identified as a microbiological hazard in the final packaged form shall ensure that there are at least two barriers in place to control the growth and toxin formation of C. botulinum.
  • Critical. Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
  • Critical. Foods properly cooled
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Foods handled with minimum contact
  • Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Dishwashing facilities designed, constructed, operated 1. wash 2. rinse 3. sanitize
  • Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Plumbing installed and maintained
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
  • Critical. Toxic items labeled and used properly
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
11/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/20/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 8/20/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
No report available. 8/19/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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