La Hacienda Of N.Y., 3019 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant name: LA HACIENDA OF N.Y.
Address: 3019 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
County: Niagara
Local health department: Niagara County
Restaurant type: Restaurant
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 01/27/2016

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Inspection findings	Inspection date	Type	Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation.	01/27/2016	Inspection
Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans	04/20/2015	Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation.	01/23/2015	Inspection
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)	04/17/2014	Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation.	01/15/2014	Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation.	02/04/2013	Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation.	05/16/2012	Inspection	non-operational
Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)	01/10/2012	Inspection	10B- Slight rust starting on the top shelf of the Commander stainless refrigerator. 10B- Buildup noted on the fan unit- walkin cooler.
Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish) Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean	07/28/2011	Inspection	10B- Walkin cooler - basement- some areas of loose paint, plaster. 11D- Slight grease buildup on shelf (lower)- fryer area.
Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)	01/27/2011	Inspection	8E - Thermometer in deli cooler is briken. Cooler temp is 40 degrees. 10B - Fancovers in most coolers need to be cleaned as they have much debris on them. 10B - Basement walkin cooler ceiling has loose plaster and paint above food stored there.
Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish) Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.	02/26/2010	Inspection	2E - Both food testing thermometers in kitchen area temp'd at 10 degrees lower than inspectors calibrated thermometer. Thermometers were recalibrated and proper proceedure was discussed with those present at the time. 10B - Some bare wood was noted in the basement with product stored on it. However there was work being done replaceing bare wood storage with stainless shelving. Owner will call when job is completed.
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans	09/23/2009	Inspection	8A--Product storage is on unmovable pallets in basement, storage must be >= 6"" off of the floor or on easily movable racks, carts, or pallets to allow easy access for cleaning underneath. 12C--Sink drain pipe, by the cook line table, is leaking into a bucket. 12E--Cloth towels found hanging behind bar for hand drying purposes. Must be single use towels or a hand drying device. 15B--Build-up evident on vent hoods above pizza ovens.
Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding. Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)	01/28/2009	Inspection	2E - Both food testing thermometers were inacurate when tested against inspectors thermometer.They were + 7degrees and + 35 degrees above inspectors calibrated thermometer. Thermometers were calibrated at this time.Corrected 8E - Cooler by dishwasher missing a thermometer. 10B - Some bare wood surfaces found in coolers and dry storage area, also some painted wood surfaces very badly worn, both need to be made smooth and easily cleanable.
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)	03/14/2008	Re-Inspection	10B--Shelving in cooler by dish machine is rusted. Repeat 15A--Stairs to basement have porous surfaces, not smooth and easily cleanable. Repeat
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Critical: Water/ice: unsafe, unapproved sources, cross connections Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)	01/31/2008	Inspection	1B--Hose attached to 3-bay sink tap, which is used for filling the bays with water for rinsing chicken wings are not food grade quality. Hose removed immediately by worker. Corrected 10B--Shelving in cooler by dish machine is rusted. 15A--Stairs to basement storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable, the paint has worn off the wood.
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.	11/28/2007	Inspection	2E - Food testing thermometer is not accurate --15 degrees difference from calibrated thermometer.Recalibrated at this time. Corrected 8A - Food items were found stored on the floor of the walkin freezer in basement. Removed to reachin freezer in basement. Corrected.
Critical: Home canned goods, or canned goods from unapproved processor found on premises Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.	01/31/2007	Inspection	2E: Foodtesting thermometer of establishment inaccurate. Read 26oF while inspector's read 32oF.Recalibrated at the time of inspection. Another 2 accurate foodtesting thermometers were found. 1C: 5 jars of homemade anchovy-stuffed cherry peppers were found in the bar area for sale. No label or indication that they have been prepared by an approved method (NYS Dept. of Ag/Mkts.) Jars must be discarded-no sale or serving. Will contact Ag & Mkts. to check on bottled salad dressing status. Instructed owner, Mr. Evangelista not to sell dressing (quarts and gallons) till further notice.
Critical: Acid foods are stored in containers or pipes that consist of toxic metals. Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained	02/01/2006	Inspection	4B--1 single serve can of acidic juice found open and stored in bar cooler. Voluntarily discarded at this tiime. Corrected 8A--Raw eggs stored above ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Corrected. 8A--Lettuce in salad station drawer covered with dish cloth. 12C--Ice bin and vegetable sink do not have indirect drains.

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