Dolce Arte

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed dock door and rear exit not rodent proof. Instructed to prvide in order to prevent pest entry.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed speed racks and rolling carts with accumulation of dried food residue on all surfaces. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitze to prevent pest harborage.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 (c) observed excessive amounts of dried debris on floors under shelving in walk in cooler as well as under heavy equipment located in front prep area. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity on premise during time of inspection. Noted approximately 55 small rodent droppings scattered along the floor in bakery prep behind coolers and heavy equipment, on top of electrical outlets attached to wall and under shelving units in rear storage areas. Noted approximatley 35 small black live flies flying throughout rear prep, on top of cardboard boxes, and on other product packaging. Instructed to eliminate pest activity on premise. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed dock door and rear exit not rodent proof. Instructed to prvide in order to prevent pest entry

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

Inspector’s note: Observed tableware on dining room tables not protected from possible contamination from the public. Instructed to provide covering.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed speed racks and rolling carts with accumulation of dried food residue on all surfaces. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitze to prevent pest harborage.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive amounts of dried debris on floors under shelving in walk in cooler as well as under heavy equipment located in front prep area. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed food debris and residue on countertops under equipment mounted on tables/coolers. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 4-202.18 build-up of grease on filters in hood ventilation system. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 200 mouse droppings scattered throughout facility in the following areas: bar area behind on floors behind equipment, front dining area on bottoms of wooden shelves, kitchen prep area under shelving and three compartment sink/dishmachine, in dry storage area under shelving and on top of paper goods (donut boxes, paper to-go bags, etc). Instructed person in charge to discard contaminated single-use paper products, remove all mouse droppings, sanitize areas, and inform pest control service of pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and residue on countertops under equipment mounted on tables/coolers. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed build-up of grease on filters in hood ventilation system. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from report#2591556 dated 3/25/24 not corrected; #36 observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach-in coolers located in the front coffee/bar area. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment properly. #47-observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the front coffee area and rear bakery area. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning. #55-observed mop in a position does not allow it to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a mounted position that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging. #55-observed clutter in the rear storage located near the office stored on the floor. Instructed manager to remove all…

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach-in cooler located in the front coffee/bar area. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment properly.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.

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.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the front coffee area and rear bakery area. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed mop in a position that does not allow it to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a mounted position that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed loose debris, flour, and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the rear bakery area of the facility. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in the rear storage located near the office stored on the floor. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.