Jieyi Sushi

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rear exit door leading to outside receptacle not rodent proof with at least 1/4 inch gap between ground and door. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.

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

Inspector’s note: No chemical test strips on site for testing sanitizer strength for low temperature dish machine. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed all plumbing fixtures in both toiletrooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease and food debris pooled on floor under all heavy equipment (fyers, cooling units, prep tables) located in front and rear prep area and basment storage.instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed previous cores not corrected from report #2610338 on january 10, 2025. They are as follows... 4-501.11 observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler. 4-602.13 clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement. Instructed to correct as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued. .

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 clean the ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Replace the sagging ceiling tiles in the food prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean the ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Replace the sagging ceiling tiles in the food prep area.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2591053 on 3/14/24 not corrected: 49 - clean the grease and food debris inside of the deep fryer. 55 - clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 replace the torn door gasket inside of the 2 door prep cooler next to the cook's line.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the grease and food debris inside of the deep fryer.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 remove excessive clutter and unused items from the basement storage rooms. Store all remaining items at least 6" off of the floor to eliminate pest harborage conditions.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed an electric bug zapper stored in the food prep area. Management instructed to remove from the food prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace the torn door gasket inside of the 2 door prep cooler next to the cook's line.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean the grease and food debris inside of the prep coolers, on the outside doors and handles of the basement freezers, rolling prep cart at the cook's line used for spices, deep fryer, stove and broiler in the prep area.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Remove excessive clutter and unused items from the basement storage rooms. Store all remaining items at least 6" off of the floor to eliminate pest harborage conditions.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Clean the excessive grease and soot from the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2580631 on 8/24/23 not corrected: 53 - observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide. 57 - observed no food handler training certificates on site at the inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 observed food frozen in grocery bags. Instructed to correct and use only food-grade containers

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

Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 observed aluminium foil used to line equipment and shelves in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain smooth, cleanable surfaces.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed torn and dirty gaskets on refrigerators and freezers throughout the premises. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed broken and unused equipment in the basement. Instructed to remove from premises.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed baseboards coming off the wall in the basement employee toilet room. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food frozen in grocery bags. Instructed to correct and use only food-grade containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed aluminium foil used to line equipment and shelves in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain smooth, cleanable surfaces.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn and dirty gaskets on refrigerators and freezers throughout the premises. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed baseboards coming off the wall in the basement employee toilet room. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build-up of grease, dirt, and food debris on the sides of cooking equipment, refrigerators, and walls throughout prep areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed broken and unused equipment in the basement. Instructed to remove from premises.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed the following repeat core violations not corrected from report #2561371 dated 7/27/2022: #10 6-301.14 "must provide handwashing sign at sushi prep handwashing sink" #58 2-102.13 "observed expired allergen training for certified food manager. Must renew." instructed to correct and come into compliance. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed heavy grease build up on floor around cooking equipment and ventilation hood filters. Must clean and maintain.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed facility thaw vacuum packaged fish. Packge states fish must be removed from packaging before thawing. Instructed manager to remove fish from vacuum package before thawing.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed facility thaw vacuum packaged fish. Packge states fish must be removed from packaging before thawing. Instructed manager to remove fish from vacuum package before thawing.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pest control log book not maintained at time of inspection. Food establishment was last serviced by rose 1/30/20, found no other proof of service within a year. Every retail food establishment is required to maintain a pest control log book on its premises containing a contract with a licensed exterminator who shall provide insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(c).

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Found floors and walls underneath and behind all cooking equipment filled with accumilated grease and food debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the exterior of bulk storage containers in basement storage area. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 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. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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

Inspector’s note: Must replace torn/broken door gaskets on multiple refrigeration units throughout facility. Must discontinue using milk crates as storage racks for food and equipment. Instructed to provide proper storage racks for equipment and food storage. Instructed to maintain all.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail the excessive grease accumulation from the exterior of all cooking equipment, (stove, wok, fryer) and lower shelves on prep tables. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must remove or organize excessive clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monitoring. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floors and walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 35 live small flies on the walls in the prep and dry storage areas. Instructed to remove flies, clean and sanitize the affected areas. Contact pest control provider for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in sanitizer water (bucket) between uses, to prevent cross contamination. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the exterior of bulk storage containers in basement storage area. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 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. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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

Inspector’s note: Must replace torn/broken door gaskets on multiple refrigeration units throughout facility. Must discontinue using milk crates as storage racks for food and equipment. Instructed to provide proper storage racks for equipment and food storage. Instructed to maintain all.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail the excessive grease accumulation from the exterior of all cooking equipment, (stove, wok, fryer) and lower shelves on prep tables. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must remove or organize excessive clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monitoring. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floors and walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted the exterior of bulk storage containers and doors of the reach in cooler in the basement needs detail cleaning to remove spills. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Noted the exterior of all cooking equipment and prep tables are dirty. Must detail clean to remove spills, grease and debris.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed the faucet at the 3 compartment sink wrapped with a towel due to a leak. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: #6-501.114:OBSERVER CLUTTER THROUGH OUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS, PROPERLY ELEVATE STOCK 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALLS FOR BETTER CLEANING AND PEST MONINTORING. #6-501.13:FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT PREMISES ON THE 1st FLOOR AND IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE SPILLS,GREASE DEBRIS AND LITTER. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK TO REMOVE SPILLS AND GREASE.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Noted the filters above the cooking equimpment dirty. Must detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted the exterior of bulk storage containers and doors of the reach in cooler in the basement needs detail cleaning to remove spills. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Noted the exterior of all cooking equipment and prep tables are dirty. Must detail clean to remove spills, grease and debris.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed the faucet at the 3 compartment sink wrapped with a towel due to a leak. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observer clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monintoring.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT PREMISES ON THE 1st FLOOR AND IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE SPILLS,GREASE DEBRIS AND LITTER.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Noted the filters above the cooking equimpment dirty. Must detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean the floor around the grease trap to remove spills.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide lights inside the cooler next to the ice machine.