Dennys Gin Mill, 3115 Dix, Lincoln Park, MI 48146 - inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Restaurant name: DENNYS GIN MILL
Address: 3115 Dix, Lincoln Park, MI 48146
Permit #: 030191
Non-smoking facility: No
Last inspection: 04/29/2015

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

  • Critical: Good Repair and Calibration
    Comment:
    Observed calibrated stab thermometer. Corrected
    General violation description:
    4-502.11 - (A) UTENSILS shall be maintained in a state of repair or condition that complies with the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2 or shall be discarded. (B) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be calibrated in accordance with manufacturer's specifications as necessary to ensure their accuracy. (Pf) (C) Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water TEMPERATURE MEAURING DEVICES shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.
  • Cutting Surfaces
    Comment:
    Observed new cutting board. Corrected
    General violation description:
    4-501.12 - Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
  • Handwashing Signage
    Comment:
    Observed hand signs at all hand sinks. Corrected
    General violation description:
    6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
  • Outer Openings, Protected
    Comment:
    Observed front door closed. Corrected
    General violation description:
    6-202.15 - (A) Except as specified in ## (B), (C), and (E) and under # (D) of this section, outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings
  • System Maintained in Good Repa
    Comment:
    Observed good water pressure at hand sink in woman's restroom. Corrected
    General violation description:
    5-205.15 - A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW
04/29/2015Follow-up
  • Critical: Good Repair and Calibration
    Items:
    Food thermometer(s) probe
    Problems:
    Not calibrated
    Corrections:
    Calibrate in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
    Comment:
    Observed stab thermometer off by more than 40 degrees. Calibrate stab thermometer or provide calibrated stab thermometer. Correct immediately,
    General violation description:
    4-502.11 - (A) UTENSILS shall be maintained in a state of repair or condition that complies with the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2 or shall be discarded. (B) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be calibrated in accordance with manufacturer's specifications as necessary to ensure their accuracy. (Pf) (C) Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water TEMPERATURE MEAURING DEVICES shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.
  • Cutting Surfaces
    Items:
    Cutting surface(s) cutting board(s)
    Problems:
    With deep cuts/grooves
    Corrections:
    Repair/replace to provide smooth cutting surface.
    Comment:
    Observed cutting board deeply grooved at grill area. Resurface or replace. Cutting boards must not be deeply grooved. Correct immediately,
    General violation description:
    4-501.12 - Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
  • Handwashing Signage
    Items:
    Handwashing signage
    Problems:
    Not provided At hand sink
    Corrections:
    provide
    Comment:
    Observed no hand washing sign in men's restroom. Provide hand sign for men's restroom. Correct immediately,
    General violation description:
    6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
  • Outer Openings, Protected
    Items:
    Outer opening(s) door(s)
    Comment:
    Observed front door propped open. Keep closed at all times or provide tight fitting screen door to prevent fly entry. Outer openings must be protected. Correct immediately,
    General violation description:
    6-202.15 - (A) Except as specified in ## (B), (C), and (E) and under # (D) of this section, outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings
  • System Maintained in Good Repa
    Items:
    Plumbing system water line(s) cold
    Problems:
    Not maintained
    Corrections:
    Maintain in good repair
    Comment:
    Observed low cold water pressure at hand sink in woman's restroom. Provide more cold water pressure for this hand sink. Plumbing system must be maintained. Correct immediately,
    General violation description:
    5-205.15 - A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW
04/13/2015Routine
  • Light Bulbs, Protective Shield
    Items:
    Light shielding light shield(s)
    Locations:
    walk-in cooler(s)
    Problems:
    Not provided
    Corrections:
    Provide adequate light shields and end caps or shatter-proof bulbs.
    General violation description:
    6-202.11 - (A) Except as specified in # (B) of this section, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed FOOD
  • Temperature Measuring Devices
    Items:
    Thermometer(s) refrigeration
    Problems:
    Not provided
    Corrections:
    Provide.
    Comment:
    HANGING THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED IN THE BOTTOM COOLER AT THE BAR.
    General violation description:
    4-204.112 - (A) In a mechanically refrigerated or hot FOOD storage unit, the sensor of a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot FOOD storage unit. (B) Except as specified in # (C) of this section, cold or hot holding EQUIPMENT used for POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be designed to include and shall be equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE that is located to allow easy viewing of the device's temperature display. (C) Paragraph (B) of this section does not apply to EQUIPMENT for which the placement of a TEMPERATURE MEASURNG DEVICE is not a practical means for measuring the ambient air surrounding the FOOD because of the design, type, and use of the EQUIPMENT, such as calrod units, heat lamps, cold plates, bainmaries, steam tables, insulated FOOD transport containers, and salad bars. (D) TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be designed to be easily readable. (E) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES and water TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES on WAREWASHING machines shall have a numerical scale, printed record, or digital readout in increments no greater than 1°C or 2°F in the intended range of use.(Pf)
10/23/2014Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 04/22/2014Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 11/27/2013Follow-up
  • Critical: Consumption of Animal Foods th
    Comment:
    CONSUMER ADVISORY HAS NOT BEEN INCLUDED ON THE MENU WHERE HAMBURGERS ARE BEING OFFERED AT A CUSTOMER'S PREFERENCE. NOT CORRECTED. FOLLOW UP IN 10 DAYS. RISK CONTROL PLAN GIVEN. ,
    General violation description:
    3-603.11 - Except as specified in 3-401.11(C) and Subparagraph 3-401.11(D)(3) and under 3-801.11(D), if an animal FOOD such as beef, eggs, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens is offered in a READY-TO-EAT form as a deli, menu, vended, or other item
  • Critical: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing
    Comment:
    QUAT TEST STRIPS PROVIDED. CORRECTED.
    General violation description:
    4-302.14 - A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. (Pf)
11/05/2013Follow-up
  • Critical: Consumption of Animal Foods th
    Items:
    Menu advisories for raw or undercooked food(s)/ingredient(s) meat
    Problems:
    Not provided
    Corrections:
    Provide.
    Comment:
    CONSUMER ADVISORY IS ABSENT FROM THE MENU WHERE HAMBURGERS ARE INCLUDED. THE PERMIT HOLDER SHALL INFORM CONSUMERS OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED ANIMAL FOOD BY WAY OF MENU ADVISORIES. THE CONSUMER ADVISORY MUST BE INCLUDED ON THE MENU. IT CANNOT BE JUST POSTED IN THE BAR ON DISPLAY. FOLLOW UP IN 10 DAYS. , ,
    General violation description:
    3-603.11 - Except as specified in 3-401.11(C) and Subparagraph 3-401.11(D)(3) and under 3-801.11(D), if an animal FOOD such as beef, eggs, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens is offered in a READY-TO-EAT form as a deli, menu, vended, or other item
  • Critical: Packaged and Unpackaged Food -
    Items:
    Raw animal food(s)
    Problems:
    Stored over/next to
    Corrections:
    Store raw animal foods below and away from foods needing little or no further prep.
    Comment:
    OBSERVED RAW GROUND BEEF NEXT TO RED BULL FOR CONSUMER USE. FOOD SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY SEPARATING RAW ANIMAL PRODUCT FROM READY TO EAT FOOD. CORRECTED BY MOVING RED BULL TO THE TOP SHELF.
    General violation description:
    3-302.11 - (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Separating raw animal FOODS during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as vegetables, and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD
  • Critical: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing
    Items:
    Sanitizer test kit quaternary ammonia
    Problems:
    Not provided
    Corrections:
    Provide.
    Comment:
    QUAT STRIPS NOT PROVIDED FOR WARE WASHING. TEST STRIPS SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR MONITORING CONCENTRATION OF SANITATION. PROVIDE. FOLLOW UP IN 10 DAYS.,
    General violation description:
    4-302.14 - A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. (Pf)
  • Equipment, Food-Contact Surfac
    Items:
    Non-food contact surface(s)
    Problems:
    Soiled
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    BAFFLES FOR VENTILATION OVER GRILL NEED TO BE CLEANED. NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT SHALL BE KEPT FREE OF ACCUMULATION OF DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS. CLEAN BAFFLES.
    General violation description:
    4-601.11 - (A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. N (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. N
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, a
    Items:
    Clean equipment/utensil(s)
    Problems:
    Stored with food-contact portion exposed
    Corrections:
    Store inverted.
    Comment:
    UTENSILS WERE STORED WHERE HANDS COULD CONTAMINATED THE FOOD CONTACT POTIONS OF THE UTENSILS. UTENSILS SHALL BE STORED COVERED OF INVERTED. KEEP UTENSILS STORED TO LESSEN POSSIBILITY OF CONTAMINATION BY THE HANDS.
    General violation description:
    4-903.11 - (A) Except as specified in # (D) of this section, cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be stored: (1) In a clean, dry location
10/24/2013Routine
  • Critical: Food Temperature Measuring Dev
    Items:
    Food thermometer(s)
    Locations:
    reach-in cooler
    Problems:
    not available
    Corrections:
    Make available at all times.
    Comment:
    Keep the various thermometers located within the coolers properly located toward the front of each cooler (Including walk-in) so that staff can easily and frequently access the working temperature of each unit., The person in charge re-located the thermometers from rear areas of cooler(s) to the front as required. Simply keep these thermometers towards the front of each cooling unit.
    General violation description:
    4-302.12 - (A) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of FOOD temperatures as specified under Chapter 3. (Pf) (B) A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin FOODS such as MEAT patties and FISH filets. (Pf)
  • Cleaning Ventilation Systems,
    Items:
    Ventilation system exhaust air ducts
    Locations:
    ventilation system
    Problems:
    Not clean
    Corrections:
    Keep clean
    Comment:
    Clean and keep MUCH cleaner the baffle filters located within the ventilation hood canopy including ALL overhead support structures. These filters must be clean so that the system captures greases and dusts as originally designed. Much less oils and greases will accumulate behind the filters when they are maintained clean. Simply clean and clean often.
    General violation description:
    6-501.14 - (A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. (B) If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health HAZARD or nuisance or unLAWful discharge.
10/10/2012Routine
  • Cleaning, Frequency/Restrictio
    Items:
    Physical facilities/structures floors
    Locations:
    back room floor
    Problems:
    With accumulation of debris
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    Clean and keep cleaner the floor area(s) of the back room especially under and adjacent to the Hot Water Heater. Simply sweep and mop this and ALL areas of the rear storage room in order to maintain a clean and debris free floor.
    General violation description:
    6-501.12 - (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
04/11/2012Routine Inspection
  • Clean, Vent. Sys., Prev. Disch
    Items:
    Ventilation system exhaust air ducts
    Locations:
    Front Service Counter Ventilation hood canopy
    Problems:
    Not clean
    Corrections:
    Keep clean
    Comment:
    Clean and keep cleaner the upper reach on the ventilation hood canopy directly over the grill. Keep this unit clean with frequent washings to remove accumulated drips.
    General violation description:
    6-501.14 - (A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. (B) If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health HAZARD or nuisance or unLAWful discharge.
  • Ventilation Hoods, Drip preven
    Items:
    Exhaust ventilation hood system(s)
    Locations:
    Front Service Counter Ventilation hood canopy
    Corrections:
    Repair/replace to prevent grease accumulation/dripping/draining.
    Comment:
    Repair or reconfigure the overhead grease collection apparatus so that the greases are properly collected for disposal.
    General violation description:
    4-204.11 - Exhaust ventilation hood systems in FOOD preparation and WAREWASHING areas including components such as hoods, fans, guards, and ducting shall be designed to prevent grease or condensation from draining or dripping onto FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
10/20/2011Routine Inspection
  • Clean Freq, Nonfood-Contact Su
    Items:
    Nonfood contact surface(s)
    Locations:
    bar reach-in freezer(s)
    Problems:
    With accumulation of debris
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    Clean and keep cleaner all interior surfaces of the bar area reach in freezer. Do not let old breading particles accumulate on these interior surfaces without frequent washings.
    General violation description:
    4-602.13 - NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
04/25/2011Routine Inspection
  • Clean Sight/Touch-No Accum/Enc
    Items:
    Non-food contact surface(s)
    Problems:
    Soiled
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    CLEAN THE WALK-IN COOLER DOOR.
    General violation description:
    4-601.11 - (A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. N (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. N
  • Cleaning, Frequency/Restrictio
    Items:
    Physical facilities/structures
    Problems:
    Not clean
    Corrections:
    Keep clean
    Comment:
    CLEAN THE BACK ROOM (WHERE FURNACE AND FREEZERS ARE LOCATED). REMOVE DEBRIS AND UNUSEABLE "STUFF".
    General violation description:
    6-501.12 - (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
  • Unnecessary Items and Litter
    Items:
    Unnecessary item(s)
    Problems:
    Not removed from facility
    Corrections:
    Remove from facility/premises.
    Comment:
    CLEAR THE STORE ROOMS.
    General violation description:
    6-501.114 - The PREMISES shall be free of: (A) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as EQUIPMENT that is nonfunctional or no longer used
10/26/2010Routine Inspection
  • Critical: Preventing Contamination from
    Items:
    Ready-to-eat food(s)
    Problems:
    Handled with bare hands
    Corrections:
    Suitable utensils or single-use gloves are to be utilized.
    Comment:
    EMPLOYEE DID NOT WEAR GLOVES OR USE ONLY UTENSILS TO HANDLE ONIONS, BUNS, BRATS. CORRECTED TODAY BY EMPLOYEE -- UTILIZED GLOVES AND TONGS.
    General violation description:
    3-301.11 - (A) FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wash their hands as specified under  2-301.12. (B) Except when washing fruits and vegetables as specified under  3-302.15 or when otherwise APPROVED, FOOD EMPLOYEES may not contact exposed, READY-TO-EAT FOOD with their bare hands and shall use suitable UTENSILS such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, SINGLE-USE gloves, or dispensing EQUIPMENT. (C) FOOD EMPLOYEES shall minimize bare hand and arm contact with exposed FOOD that is not in a READY-TO-EAT form. S
  • Kitchenware and Tableware
    Items:
    Kitchenware and tableware
    Problems:
    Stored jumbled
    Corrections:
    Handle so as to prevent contamination.
    Comment:
    PLACE PLASTIC FORKS IN GLASSES SO HANDLES ARE UP. PLACE PLASTICWARE IN BASKET SO HANDLES ARE IN SAME DIRECTION.
    General violation description:
    4-904.11 - (A) SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES and cleaned and SANITIZED UTENSILS shall be handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of FOOD- and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. (B) Knives, forks, and spoons that are not prewrapped shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by EMPLOYEES and by CONSUMERS if CONSUMER self-service is provided. (C) Except as specified under # (B) of this section, SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES that are intended for FOOD- or lip-contact shall be furnished for CONSUMER self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an APPROVED dispenser.
  • Storing Maintenance Tools
    Items:
    Maintenance tool storage
    Problems:
    Contaminates
    Corrections:
    Relocate to a designated area that does not contaminate items or surfaces.
    Comment:
    STORE TOOLS AWAY FROM PLATES OR OTHER FOOD RELATED ITEMS.
    General violation description:
    6-501.113 - Maintenance tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items shall be: (A) Stored so they do not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES
04/22/2010Routine Inspection
  • Critical: Hot and cold holding
    Comment:
    WALK-IN COOLER HOLDING GROUND BEEF AT 38F. AIR TEMP 37F. VIOLATION CORRECTED.
    General violation description:
    3-501.16 - Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under  3-501.19, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD shall be maintained: (A) At 60C (140F) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified under 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 54C (1300F)
12/02/2009Follow-up
  • Critical: Hot and cold holding
    Comment:
    SOUR CREAM TEMPERATURE IS STILL 45 F. ADJUST AND/ OR REPAIR TO BRING FOOD TEMPERATURE TO < 41 F IMMEDIATELY. REVISIT IS WITHIN 10 DAYS.,
    General violation description:
    3-501.16 - Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under  3-501.19, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD shall be maintained: (A) At 60C (140F) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified under 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 54C (1300F)
11/02/2009Follow-up

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