International Supermarket Inc

No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

Inspector’s note: 8-103.11 observed mexican sausage on site air drying in prep area without haccp or variance as required by code. All said food items was discarded at the close of inspection. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. See violation #29 for citation information.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed used tongs stored improperly on top of hot hold unit equipment when not in use in taco prep. Insturcted to store inside food with handles upright to prevent possible contamination from the public.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed meat display cooler equipment encrusted with dried food debris where sliding doors are in place. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under hand washing sink at the handsink located in the basement food prep/ dish area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed soda crates being used for elevation in upstairs walk in cooler. Instructed to provide appropriate shelving to prevent hiding for pests.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer for hot holding unit in meat prep area.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer for hot holding unit in meat prep area.

Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 40 or more live small flies on onions,pine apples,potato,mangos,shelving units and plastic container trays above produce display unit.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 12/15/21.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves in rear prep area.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Must remove foil lined on shelving units near taqueria.

Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit for checking sanitizing solution ppm's at 3- compartment sink.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)(citation issued)

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on interior parts of ice machine.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must provide a hooking system to hang up wet mops near hot water tank.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from floor under meat display case.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Must properly store unused wiping cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.

Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

Inspector’s note: Receptacles in washroom's used by women must contain a covered lid that closes.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean floor of food debris at grill station in rear.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs foods. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed food storage containers stored under waste water drainage pipes. Instructed to relocate and maintain

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: No back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink leaking under the left compartment. Instructed to repair and maintain

Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed drainage pipe from meat department draining onto the floor near the drainage pipe in the basement. Instructed to repair and maintain

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs foods. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed food storage containers stored under waste water drainage pipes. Instructed to relocate and maintain

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink leaking under the left compartment. Instructed to repair and maintain

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: No back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain

Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed drainage pipe from meat department draining onto the floor near the drainage pipe in the basement. Instructed to repair and maintain

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs foods. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed food storage containers stored under waste water drainage pipes. Instructed to relocate and maintain

Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

Inspector’s note: Noted no sanitizer test strip kit on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to properly monitor the strength of the sanitizer pf. Priority foundation. 7-38-005

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: No back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink leaking under the left compartment. Instructed to repair and maintain

Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed drainage pipe from meat department draining onto the floor near the drainage pipe in the basement. Instructed to repair and maintain

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed several large and small holes in ceiling above rear prep (and dish) area on the main floor. Must repair all holes to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 2-3 large, black flies on sales floor, and 14-15 in basement prep area. Must detail clean and sanitize area. Must eliminate pest issue. Serious violation 7-38-020.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed several large and small holes in ceiling above rear prep (and dish) area on the main floor. Observed missing/damaged wall tile along the bottom of the corner near stairs of basement prep area. Must repair all holes to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed leak from right faucet on 3 compartment sink in rear prep area. Observed small leak from pipe below hand sink in basement prep area. Must repair and maintain all.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Invert all carryout containers in taqueria.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, surfaces under steam table and shelving units in taqueria, knife rack in meat prep area.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Replace damaged floor tiles in meat prep area.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Replace missing wall tiles and clean ventilation fan in washroom near taqueria.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Replace missing cold water handle on left faucet of 3-compartment sink. Repair leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink and exposed sink in meat prep area. Install an exposed sink in basement prep area.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

Inspector’s note: No chemical sanitizer test kit available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide test kit for proper sanitizer concentration. Serious violation 7-38-030

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Invert all carryout containers in taqueria.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, surfaces under steam table and shelving units in taqueria, knife rack in meat prep area.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Replace damaged floor tiles in meat prep area.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Replace missing wall tiles and clean ventilation fan in washroom near taqueria.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Replace missing cold water handle on left faucet of 3-compartment sink. Repair leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink and exposed sink in meat prep area. Install an exposed sink in basement prep area.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Repair leak at faucet of exposed hand wash sink at rear grill area.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Clean/sanitize multi-use utensils at meat prep area, store clean after use. Clean/sanitize knife rack in meat prep area.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean floors in the following areas: at rear cook line, front meat prep area and walk-in coolers in basement of food spills and debris.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Repair leak at faucet of exposed hand wash sink at rear grill area.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Noted the sliding doors on the deli counter cooler and on the display case for the chicharron in poor repair. Must repair and maintain.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning underneath display rear pop cooler to remove debris, also floor in the deli area needs cleaning.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Must repair broken wall tile in the toilet room underneath the sink.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Noted leaky faucets at the rear hand sink, at the 3 compartment sink also at the bottom middle of the 3 compartment sink. Must bring plumbing up to code.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed wall at the taqueria under the tv peeling paint, instructed to remove and re-seal. Also need to remove graffiti in the restroom on the walls and ceiling.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink handle leaking at the base of sprayer connetion when water is turned on, instructed to repair.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed wall at taqueria under tv peeling paint, instructed to remove peeling paint and reseal. Also need to remove graffiti in the restroom on the walls and ceiling.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink handle leaking hot water at base of sprayer connection when hot water is turned on, instructed to repair.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed meat cooler doors five with cracked glass, instructed to repair or replace.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Observed the dry storage shelves not clean, instructed to clean also observed the basement box freezer not clean, instructed to clean.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear walk-in cooler ceiling not clean dusty, instructed to clean.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear cooking area hand sink nozzle leaking, instructed to repair.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in taco prep area under counter cooler, instructed to provide.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed meat cooler doors five with cracked glass, instructed to repair/or replace.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Observed the dry storage shelves not clean, instructed to clean.also observed the basement box freezer not clean,instructed to clean.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear walk-in cooler ceiling not clean dusty. Instructed to clean.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear cooking area hand sink nozzle leaking, instructed to repair.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in taco prep area under counter cooler, instructed to provide.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Walk in cooler 1st floor handle in need of repair. Must correct and maintain at all times.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Cutting boards in need of replacing worn, discolored. Must correct and maintain at all times.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Floors in basement must be kept dry. Free from standing water. Must correct and maintain at all times.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: Light above 3 compartment sink in need of shielding. Must correct and maintain at all times.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Leak at handsink faucet in front counter area in need of repair. Leaks must correct and maintain at all times.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink stopper gaskets in poor repair. Must repair and maintain.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles in various areas (sales area, and rear) stained and damaged. Must replace and maintain.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: Observed live flies (over 10) in produce area and on walls in meat prep area. Instructed to eliminate same, clean and sanitize all affected areas. Recommend to contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020. Serious.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Clean equipment (storage bins) improperly stored on the floor. Instructed to elevate and invert.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: 3 compartment sink stopper gaskets in poor repair. Must repair and maintain. 3 compartment sink cold faucet handle loose, in poor repair. Must repair and maintain.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles in various areas (sales area, and rear) stained and damaged. Must replace and maintain.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.OLD FOOD/DEBRIS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN REAR. MUST CLEAN.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELVING,CRATES IN BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN INTERIOR CEILINGS OF WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN/DUST BUILD-UP.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED FRONT ENTRY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM CENTER OF DOOR 1/4 INCH AREA ACCESSIBLE FOR RODENT ENTRY. MUST REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.INTERIOR CEILINGS OF WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN/DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN.

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. OBSERVED FRONT AREA SET UP FOR CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE OF 3 TYPES OF CHICARRONS, AND COOKED PORK: CUSTOMER CAME IN AND PICKED UP A CARRYOUT CONTAINER AND PROCEEDED TO GO TO CASE TO SELF SERVE HERSELF-THESE ITEMS MUST BE SERVED TO CUSTOMERS BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, SELF-SERVICE IS PROHIBITED-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS. CASES TURNED AROUND AND SERVED BY BUTCHER'S DURING INVESTIGATION

Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector’s note: All cooked foods being cooled for use later must be labelled and dated with the times so tbat the 6 hour time frame can be properly monitored and adhered to.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Paint or replace all rusty storage/display shelves & racks throughout and exterior of grease trap in rear.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean filters in hood in hot food prep area, interiors of coolers where needed.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Detail clean all floors throughout along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all haeavy equipment (including basement)

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Repair front doors at center & lower left section of rear door making them all tight-fitting to prevent rodent entry. Clean and/or paint all walls & doors in rear where needed. Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout. Repair/replace all lower wall bases that are missing.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: Clean or replace stained light shields in food prep areas and replace missing end caps in same areas. Either shield or replace lights i chicharron case with shatter-resistant bulbs.

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers for all coolers.