SUSHI NARA, 301 Vineyard Town Ctr, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: SUSHI NARA
Address: 301 Vineyard Town Ctr, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Type: Restaurant 0-5 Employees
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Sep 9, 2013
Score
(the higher the better)

92

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Inspection findings

Inspection Type

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
(the higher the better)

  • Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
  • Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Jul 14, 2010 97
  • Approved thawing methods used, frozen food
  • Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Jun 21, 2011 92
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Jun 21, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Follow-up Inspection Jun 23, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Jun 23, 2011 100
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting designated area
  • Compliance with variance, specialized proce...
  • Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Floors, walls & ceilings: built, maintained, and
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Routine Inspection Apr 3, 2012 93
  • Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked
  • Food separated and protected
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
Routine Inspection Dec 18, 2012 97
  • Equipment, utensils - Unapproved, unclean, not in good repair, inadequate capacity
  • Equipment, utensils, linens: Improper storage and use
  • Food not separated and unprotected
  • Food storage containers are not identified
  • Improperly using time as a public health control procedures & records
  • Inspection report not available
  • Plumbing unapproved, not installed, not in good repair; improper backflow devices
  • Thermometers missing or inaccurate
Routine Inspection Sep 9, 2013 92
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Sep 9, 2013 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Jul 14, 2010

Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)
All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)

Jun 21, 2011

Notification to consumer of ready-to-eat foods containing undercooked food, raw egg, or unpackaged confectionery containing more than 1/2% alcohol. 114012, 114093
Food shall be thawed under refrigeration completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity to flush loose particles in microwave oven during the cooking process. (114018, 114020, 114020.1)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))

Apr 3, 2012

Notification to consumer of ready-to-eat foods containing undercooked food, raw egg, or unpackaged confectionery containing more than 1/2% alcohol. 114012, 114093
Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)
The walls / ceilings shall have durable, smooth, nonabsorbent, light-colored, and washable surfaces. All floor surfaces, other than the customer service areas, shall be approved, smooth, durable and made of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Approved base coving shall be provided in all areas, except customer service areas and where food is stored in original unopened containers. Food facilities shall be fully enclosed. All food facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. (114143 (d), 114266, 114268, 114268.1, 114271, 114272)
HACCP Plan when required is available. 114419. Variance letter from CA Dept of Public Health approving a deviation from standard health code requirements shall be maintained at the food facility. 114057, 114057.1
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)

Dec 18, 2012

Notification to consumer of ready-to-eat foods containing undercooked food, raw egg, or unpackaged confectionery containing more than 1/2% alcohol. 114012, 114093
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)

Sep 9, 2013

When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained (114000)
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)
A copy of the most recent routine inspection report conducted to assess compliance with this part shall be maintained at the food facility and made available upon request. (113725.1)
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer suitable for measuring temperature of food shall be available to the food handler. A thermometer +/- 2 °F shall be provided for each hot and cold holding unit of potentially hazardous foods and high temperature warewashing machines. (114157, 114159)
The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device, as required by applicable plumbing codes. (114192) All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in good repair. Any hose used for conveying potable water shall be of approved materials, labeled, properly stored, and used for no other purpose. (114171, 114189.1, 114190, 114193, 114193.1, 114199, 114201, 114269)

LAST INSPECTION REPORT UNAVAILABLE.
NO THERMOMETER IN REACH IN AT COOK LINE AND THERMOMETER AT WALK IN DOES NOT WORK.
OBSERVED 5 GALLON SOY SAUCE CONTAINERS BEING REUSED TO STORE FOOD.
OBSERVED HOSE ATTACHED TO FAUCET AT JANITORIAL SINK WITH NO BACK FLOR PREVENTION DEVICE.
OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN. OBSERVED OPEN BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER STORED ON GROUND OF WALK IN.
OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE RAW BEEF AND RAW FISH IN FREEZER.
OBSERVED RAW SUSHI FISH HELD AT BAR AT 50F WITH NO TIME CODES AND NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES.
REACH IN BY COOK LINE MEASURED AT 49F AND WALK IN MEASURED AT 48F.

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