En Hakkore 2.0

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

Inspector’s note: damaged Window sill behind 3-comp sink used to place we utensils, instructed to provide non absorbent smooth surface

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the interior of the deep fryers with encrusted grease inside of them.

No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO VALID pH TEST FUR SUSHI RICE ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CURRENT pH TEST (LESS THAN 5 YEARS OLD) ON THE PREMISES FOR SUSHI RICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. SEE VIOLATION #29 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the deep fryers with encrusted grease inside of them.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Clean the grease on top of the grease storage container outside of the restaurant.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2587440 on 12/27/23 not corrected: 57 - observed no food handler certificates on site at the time of 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.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed frozen meat thawing in box in the basement. Management instructed to thaw tcs foods under cold running water, in the refrigerator or in the microwave as part of a continuous cooking process.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to label food storage containers when food is not in the original container.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no splash guard in rear prep area. Must install a washable splashguard.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop laying on top of ice in basement. Instructed manager to store ice scoop handle up above ice to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grease and grime inside fryer cabinets located in rear kitchen prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket in the freezer in basement. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: Must not use duct tape as a means of repair on cold holding coolers in prep area. The surface must be smooth and cleanable

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed residue on interior surfaces of ice machine in basement. Instructed manager to clean and maintain

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter stored on floor in the basement storage area and behind bar area leading to the basement. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed one burnt out light bulb in the main prep line. Instructed to replace

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths on several prep surface areas. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food. Must maintain

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter stored on floor in the basement storage area and behind bar area leading to the basement. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of dust/dirt/debris buildup on the toilet room exhaust ventilation. Must detail clean and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no internal thermometer in prep cooler located in rear kitchen containing sweet potatoes and shrimp. Instructed to install and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grease and grime inside fryer cabinets located in rear kitchen prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed a slow draining exposed hand sink located in rear kitchen prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle in either of the 2 unisex toilet rooms located in rear of facility. Instructed to install and maintain.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of grease and grime on exterior of used cooking oil can located in alley behind facility. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to label food storage containers when food is not in the original container.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide stoppers at the 3-compartment sink in front service station area and must maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink draining slow in rear prep/dish washing area. Must repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor tiles in front of cooking equipment in food prep area. Must repair/replace and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean dust accumulation on ceiling above prep tables in food preparation area,