Thomas Coffee Shop

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Feb 19, 2026 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed cardboard being reused as a floor liner under the rubber mats by the cook line. Instructed to remove and do not reuse cardboard, all surfaces should be smooth and easily cleanable.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

2. Jan 16, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

3. Jan 8, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   6 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered inside bottom compressor units of deep freezers, on shelves, pallets, floor along on walls and corners in rear storage areas, on floor around water heater in dish washing area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths on prep tables in prep area. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed large pots stored on floor on dish washing area. Instructed manager to properly store and elevate all clean multi-use equipment and utensils.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of shelving units in rear storage area, coolers, freezers, cooking equipment in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused articles and equipment in rear storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Feb 2, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

5. Jan 26, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   10 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed frozen meat imrpoperly thawing on floor in prep area. Instructed manager to properly thaw under cold running water, refrigeration, or part of cooking process.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer inside milk/cream cooler behind front counter. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed food containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all food containers with common name of food.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on floor behind reach-in cooler and freezer in front storage area, on shelves under cooking equipment and floor under storage cart in prep area, on floor around water heater in dish washing area, on floor and pallets in rear utility storage, on shelving units and floor along walls and corners in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in prep, storage and walk-in cooler areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in wait station/dining area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

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

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed openings, cracks and crevices around pipe fittings, along walls and ceilings in prep, storage, and dish washing areas. Observed exposed brick wall in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and spills on floor inside walk-in cooler, grease buildup on floor behind cooking equipment, instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused articles and equipment in rear storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6. Jun 9, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

7. Jun 7, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical8 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 : observed consumer advisory of consuming raw and undercooked foods on menu reminder marked incorrectly on menu items must update and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when food is not in original package (squeeze bottles ,shakers, food containers)

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 :still observing evidence of an infestation of appx. 100 or more mice droppings scattered throughout premises such as on ledge of dish machine ,rear tool storage area on shelving units and on floor in between clutter on floor,on pallet of potatoes.dry food & paper goods storage area -on shelving units, on ledge of ladder,behind buckets.front service area- scattered on shelving units, on counter top,lower shelf underneath pick up window.front service counter- on shelving units.dining area-under booth seats on interior ledges .must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Must have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/7/23.(priority 7-38-020(a)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: : 4-101.19 .must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units .

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean grease and food debris build up from interior/exterior of grill tables, fryer cabinets, prep coolers,walk in cooler shelving units,dish racks,counter tops and shelving units.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 : must repair or replace women's toilet that is in poor repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace broken and uneven concrete wall bases in rear prep area and dish machine area,missing wall tiles in rear dish washing area and where needed,gaps and holes in walls throughout.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 : must clean grease and food debris build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NECESSARY ARTICLES ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE ITEMS AS NOT TO CREATE CLUTTER AND TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. May 15, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical19 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

     Inspector’s note: Observed bare hand contact of ready to eat tcs foods by food handlers such as male employee removed ready to eat turkey from sandwich with his hands put it on the grill and removed with bare hands again.another food handler removed cooked bacon from grill with bare hands and placed on plate to be served.must use gloves,utensils or deli paper for handling ready to eat foods.(cos)(priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 9)

     No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Observed consumer advisory of consuming raw and undercooked foods on menu reminder marked incorrectly on menu items must update and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFood handling

     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 (squeeze bottles ,shakers, food containers)

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of an infestation of appx. 300 or more mice droppings scattered throughout premises such as on floor along wall bases of dish machine and scrape sink,on several shelving units and counter top & on floor along wall bases behind chest freezers in employees area.rear storage area on shelving units and on floor in between clutter on floor.underneath bags stored on floor in corner near rear door.dry food storage area -on floor under shelving units, on ledge of ladder,behind buckets.front service area- scattered on shelving units, under ice cream freezer on counter top,lower shelf underneath pick up window.front service counter- on shelving units.dining area-under booth seats on interior ledges and where food is stored on tables .men's toilet room -on floor around toilet.women's toilet room-on floor behind garbage can,along wall bases in both stalls.must remove droppings…

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed a gap along bottom of rear door and front door in center must make doors tight fitting to prevent rodent entry.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution and not on surfaces and tables when not in use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on prep tables and storage shelves.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Gloves weren’t used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing gloves while handling ready to eat foods.

     Official wording (code 46)

     Gloves used properly

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood overhead shelf in rear dry food storage area must apply a sealant or paint.must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units,lower shelf of grill table .

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace lid on chest freezer in employees area that is in poor repair.lower shelf of prep table in rear prep area in poor repair/rusted out.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn ,pitted and deep grooves on surfaces of cutting boards.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from interior/exterior of grill tables, prep tables,fryer cabinets, grease catcher behind cooking equipment,pipes of cooking equipment,steam table, prep coolers,walk in cooler shelving units,dish racks,counter tops and shelving units,garbage cans,waffle maker.delime dish machine.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in rear prep area,women's toilet that is in poor repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace broken and uneven concrete floor and wall bases in rear prep area and dish machine area,missing and broken floor tiles in dining area and front service area,missing wall tiles in rear dish washing area and where needed,loose ceiling vent in front service area,gaps and holes in walls throughout.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint peeling and chipping paint from walls in men's toilet room .

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean dust and debris build up from ceiling vent in front prep area/pick up window.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean excessive grease and food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed necessary items and overstock for the restaurant being stored in dining area,1- compartment scrape sink at dish washing area,articles on floor along walls in rear storage area. Instructed manager to minimize items as not to create clutter and to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from filters and hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing end caps on light shields must provide and maintain.must provide adequate lighting throughout rear areas where needed.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing food handlers training for some employees must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food allergen training for some food managers must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Mar 14, 2022 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water at hand washing sinks. Temperature of water was ranging from 83.3f, 82.0f, 69.0f, 80.0f and 89.7f at the time of inspection. Instructed to have hot and cold running water at a minimum temperature of 100f at all hand wash sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Toxic chemicals weren’t labeled, stored, or used safely.

     Inspector’s note: Observed bleach and soap stored directly next to packaged condiments. Instructed manager to separate chemicals from food and maintain. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Manager moved chemicals during inspection.

     Official wording (code 28)

     Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed 10-15 droppings near rear exit door. Instructed manager to contact pest control for service, remove droppings, clean and sanitize. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued. Droppings removed during inspection

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored in prep. Instructed manager to store in sanitizing solution between uses.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop laying on top of ice in ice maker. Instructed manager to store ice scoop with handle up above ice to prevent contamination. Manager properly stored ice scoop in holder during inspection.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no irreversible temperature measuring device for the high temperature dish machine. Instructed manager to provide either strips or dish washing thermometer and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. Citation issued

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed necessary items and overstock for the restaurant being stored in dining area. Instructed manager to minimize items as not to create clutter and to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed several expired food handlers certificates. Instructed manager to meet requirement and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

10. Oct 21, 2021 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

11. Oct 13, 2021 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity with approx. 75 mice droppings noted during inspection. Pest activity was noted in the back of the cabinets near the chest freezer area, behind the two chest freezer adjacent from the kitchen and in the corner near the front hand sink in the front waitress area. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

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

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloth laying on the cutting boards in the food prep area. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between use.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and food splash in the interior of the two door reach in refrigerator. Instructed to detail clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excess clutter and unnecessary articles stored throughout the rear of the facility in mutiple areas ( near the two chest freezers, dry storage room, corner near rear exit door, and behind front counter). Must remove all unnecessary articles, clean all clutter, organize, and maintain areas at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

12. Sep 10, 2020 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacles at hand washing sinks in prep area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

13. Sep 3, 2020 Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: Observed open cup of coffee on waffle prep table. Instructed manager to remove or provide lid to prevent contamination of food and food equipment.

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in women washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in counter top cooler in beverage area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 20 mice droppings inside fryer cabinet, 20 mice droppings scattered inside bottom compressor units of coolers, 10 mice droppings on electrical outlets and waffle prep table, 10 mice droppings scattered on floor in southeast corner behind freezers in front storage area, 1o mice droppings scattered on floor along walls in rear storage area, 10 mice droppings scattered on floor along wall near doorway leading to kitchen. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and santize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all stock six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacles at hand washing sinks in prep area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on walls on men washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

14. Jul 16, 2020 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in women washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in counter top cooler in beverage area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all stock six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacles at hand washing sinks in prep area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on walls on men washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

15. Mar 11, 2020 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 observed food containers stored on the floor in throughout the prep, storage areas and walk-in cooler. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.16 noted unfinished concrete floors in the prep areas. Instructed person in charge that floors except in dry storage area shall be finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable surface. Instructed to seal unfinished floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed a missing light shield in both washroom ceiling light fixtures. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed one certified food manager with allergen training (yoonjoo kwon). Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

16. Mar 4, 2020 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    7 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity with approx. 60+ rodent droppings noted during inspection. Rodent droppings were noted behind reach in deep freezer storage area, on floor near spice rack closest to the walk-in cooler, and in rear dry storage room under shelving units. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted food containers stored in walk-in cooler and reach in prep coolers without lids. Instructed to provide lids to avoid contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

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

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed scoops for ice machine and in-use food containers (potatoes) being stored directly inside of the container. Instructed to properly store all utensils between use.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food containers stored on the floor in throughout the prep, storage areas and walk-in cooler. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted unfinished concrete floors in the prep areas. Instructed person in charge that floors except in dry storage area shall be finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable surface. Instructed to seal unfinished floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a missing light shield in both washroom ceiling light fixtures. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed one certified food manager with allergen training (yoonjoo kwon). Person in charge has not completed training. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

17. Sep 12, 2019 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine located in the rear food prep area. Instructed to locate or provide a back flow prevention device.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed floors uneven in various areas of the rear food prep area. Instructed to make floor surface smooth and easily cleanable thru out the rear food prep area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

18. Sep 5, 2019 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(o) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed a hand washing sink is needed by the coffee station located in the front food prep area and by the coffee station located in the customer dining area. Instructed to provide additional handwashing sink(s). Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) observed interior panel of the ice machine with a pinkish substance and the flat top grill with accumulated food and grease debris. Instructed to clean and sanitize all.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 observed time/temperature control for safety ready to eat foods (cooked pork, cooked potatoes) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without a label containing the discard dates. Instructed to provide labels for all tcs rte foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all foods (beef, eggs) that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed a thermometer is needed inside of the refrigerator and all freezers. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed about 20 rodent droppings under the shelves located in the rear dry storage area. Observed about 10 live small flies in the front food prep area and one live large fly in the food prep area. Instructed to eliminate rodent/insect activity and clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-302.14 observed no chemical test strips on site to properly test the sanitizing concentration at the 3 compartment sink and no high temperature dish machine test strips to properly test the high temperature dish machine. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated ice and food debris inside of the freezers and refrigerators. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine located in the rear food prep area. Instructed to locate or provide a back flow prevention device.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed floors uneven in various areas of the rear food prep area. Instructed to make floor surface smooth and easily cleanable thru out the rear food prep area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed floors thru out the rear dry storage area and thru out the food prep area, under and around all shelves, under and around all refrigeration units and freezer and under the cooking equipment and high temperature dish machine with excessive accumulated food and dirt debris. Instructed to clean and sanitize along the walls and in all corners. Observed accumulated dust on the vents located in the front and rear food prep area. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

19. Aug 27, 2019 No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

20. Nov 1, 2018 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

21. Oct 25, 2018 Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    1 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalFood handling

      Toxic chemicals weren’t labeled, stored, or used safely.

      Inspector’s note: Toxic substance improperly used. A restricted use rodenticide was scattered throughout the kitchen behind and around various equipment by the owner. Open pellet packages and pellets were found in storage rooms on the floor, under the dishmachine on the floor, behind the deep freezers and refrigeration units and cooking equipment); instructed to remove from floor and have all rodenticide applied by a licensed pest control technician. Also instructed to clean and sanitize areas where improperly applied. Priority foundation violation 7-38-015 issued.

      Official wording (code 28)

      Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Found evidence of mice on premises. 80 or more mouse droppings observed on the floor in both storage rooms in the rear of the kitchen, under the table near the dishmachine, behind all deep freezers and refrigeration units, under steamtable and cooking equipment. Must clean all affected areas and have pest control company service prior to reinspection next week. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Rear exit door not completely rodent proofed at the bottom as required. Must seal openings at the bottom of the door to avoid rodent entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

22. Mar 21, 2018 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

23. Mar 14, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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 mouse activity on premises and rear exit door not rodent proofed. Found a 1/2 inch gap at the bottom right side of the rear exit door; must seal to avoid rodent entry. Found 30 droppings on the bottom of the prep table next to the ice machine in the kitchen, 20 in the fryer cabinet, 30 on the floor of both storage rooms underneath the shelves and six behind the deep freezers on the floor; must clean all affected areas to remove droppings and consult with pest control company. Landmark pc serviced on yesterday. Serious violation 7-38-020 issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean exterior surfaces of the fryers to remove grease and food particles, clean can opener blade at prep table, clean bottoms of prep tables and exterior surfaces of other cooking equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors in areas mentioned in violation #18. Also clean floors under around and behind cooking and other kitchen equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust on the vent cover inside of the walk-in cooler on the ceiling of the cooler; clean to remove dust. Observed dust on the vent fans in the washrooms; clean vent fans to remove dust observed.

24. Feb 17, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

25. Feb 10, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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 mice activity in the following areas,observed 15 mice droppings on floor along wall base in rear stoarge room underneath shelving rack ,and observed a dead mice on trap in same area,observed 20 mice droppings inside a large bowl underneath a table in rear of premises,and observed 20 mice droppings on floor along wall base and corners behind 2 large chest freezers in rear of premises,instructed to clean and sanitized affected areas,and contact pest control operator for service ,serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test strips to test the sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink,when sink is set up for wash,rinse,and sanitize,serious violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers in rear of premises,instructed to label containers

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean all cooking equipment of grease and food debris in the food prep area and clean interior of all reach-in coolers ,instructed to clean and maintain equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors throughout food prep area and inside the walk-in cooler ,along wall base and corners,instructed to clean and maintain area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must deatil clean walls in food prep area and in rear of premises,has food spills and dirt,instructed to clean and maintain area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide end caps on light shield covers in food prep area,instructed to provide

26. Oct 27, 2016 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean storage racks, shelving,interior of cadinets,cooler and exterior of all equipment in the kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning around all cooking equipment and inside the walk in cooler to remove spills and debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted clutter at the front cashier counter and rear storage areas. Must remove all unnecessary items and organize the rest to prevent pest problems.

27. Sep 29, 2016 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean storage racks, shelving,interior of cadinets,cooler and exterior of all equipment in the kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning around all cooking equipment and inside the walk in cooler to remove spills and debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted clutter at the front cashier counter and rear storage areas. Must remove all unnecessary items and organize the rest to prevent pest problems.

28. Mar 17, 2016 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean all prep tables,storage racks & shelving,interior of cadinets,cooler and exterior of all equipment in the kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted floors through out the kitchen and storage areas very dirty. Must detail clean to remove grease,debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall needs need cleaning behind all cooking equipment and dish washing machine to remove food splatter, grease and debris. Also clean vent covers filters and hood above grills and light sheilds.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted excessive clutter at the front counter and through out the rear prep and storage areas. Instructed to remove all unnecessary items and organize the rest to prevent further pest problems.

29. Mar 10, 2016 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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 mice activity in the following areas: 20 mice droppings in the front cadinet under a used display case, 25 mice dropping scattered on the floor alon the wall base underneath the dish washing machine and 20 mice droppings on the floor behind the cooking equipment. Instructed to remove droppings and detail clean affected areas. Advise manager to call pest control for service. Citation issued #7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean all prep tables,storage racks & shelving,interior of cadinets,cooler and exterior of all equipment in the kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted floors through out the kitchen and storage areas very dirty especially where droppings were found. Must detail clean to remove grease,debris and droppings.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall needs need cleaning behind all cooking equipment and dish washing machine to remove food splatter, grease and debris. Also clean vent covers filters and hood above grills and light sheilds.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted excessive clutter at the front counter and through out the rear prep and storage areas. Instructed to remove all unnecessary items and organize the rest to prevent further pest problems.

30. May 13, 2015 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace gaskets around the door of walk-in cooler in rear of premises

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must deatil clean all refrigerators and must defrost chest freezer of ice build-up,instructed to clean and maintain equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside the walk-in cooler,none located on outside of cooler,must provide

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use

31. May 6, 2015 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed the outside grease container encrusted with grease on the lip and top of container,this is a food source for rodents and other pest,serious violation,7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations notcorrected frpm inspection report#1460052 date 05-23-2014(34)level floors behind deep freezers/make area easy to clean,detail clean floors throughout all storage areas dishwashing area/and food prep area,along the bases of the walls in corners underneath and behind all heavy equipment(grease,food debris,dirt and dust build-up from unit)(35)finish cleaning and/or paint all walls and ceilings throughout food prep,storage and dishwashing areas,repair hole in wall underneath dishwashing machine,install a screen(insect-proof)over fan in upper section of wall near walk-in cooler and clean all dust build-up from unit(36)replace all missing light shields and end caps throughout food prep and dishwashing areas,instructed to correct violations,serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace gaskets around the door of walk-in cooler in rear of premises

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must deatil clean all refrigerators and must defrost chest freezer of ice build-up,instructed to clean and maintain equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside the walk-in cooler,none located on outside of cooler,must provide

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use

32. May 23, 2014 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cooked and prepared foods taken out of original containers must be lableled and dated when held over 24 hours.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint rusty storage shelves and exteriors of grease trap(s).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Level floors behind deep freezers(make area easy to clean). Detail clean floors throughout all storage areas, dish washing area, and food prep area along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(grease, food, debris,dirt and dust build-up).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Finish cleaning and/or painting all walls and ceilings throughout food prep, storage and dishwashing areas. Repair hole in wall underneath dish machine. Install a screen(insect-proof) over fan in upper section of wall near walk-in cooler, and clean all dust build-up from unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace all missing light shields and end caps throughout food prep and dish washing areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All articles in storage areas and in walk-in cooler must be stored elevated 6 inches off floor.

33. May 15, 2014 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical11 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee wash and rinse bowls in center compartment of 3 compartment sink. All multi-use equipment must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in the 3 compartment sink. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Evidence of rodents observed on premises. 50 mice droppings noted on floors behind deep freezers in front storage room, on floor underneath stock by rear exit door, and in rear storage room on floor and shelves. Must clean and sanitize all affected areas, seal up all openings in floors,walls, ceilings, and repair rear exit door which has a gap greater than a half inch at bottom right side. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cooked and prepared foods taken out of original containers must be lableled and dated when held over 24 hours.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All single-service utensils must be stored inverted(handles up or out) to prevent contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove exccesive ice build-up in all deep freezers. Paint rusty storage shelves and exteriors of grease trap(s).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the following: interiors and exteriors of all unused equipment throughout, grills, deep fryers, coolers, freezers, storage shelves, prep tables, dish machine exterior, sinks, exterior of ice machine hood & filters(grease, food, dirt & dust build-up).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Level floors behind deep freezers(make area easy to clean). Detail clean floors throughout all storage areas, dish washing area, and food prep area along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(grease, food, debris,dirt and dust build-up).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and/or paint all walls and ceilings throughout food prep, storage and dishwashing areas. Repair hole in wall underneath dish machine. Install a screen(insect-proof) over fan in upper section of wall near walk-in cooler, and clean all dust build-up from unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace all missing light shields throughout food prep and dish washing areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaky faucet at 3 compartment sink and provide 3 stoppers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All articles in storage areas and in walk-in cooler must be stored elevated 6 inches off floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice scoop must be properly stored to prevent contamination.

34. Feb 28, 2013 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ice build-up inside ice freezer in rear.must defrost

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior of food equipment not clean.must clean/maintain

35. Feb 20, 2013 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Evidence of improper pest control.rodent/ 14-mice droppings on premises in rear storage under storage shelving and more than 40 mice droppings under dining room booths seats.must clean/sanitize all areas.recommended pest service.serious citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ice build-up inside ice freezer in rear.must defrost.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior of food equipment not clean.must clean/maintain.

36. Mar 12, 2012 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must complete removing clutter in rear store room.must organizing remaining storage.

37. Feb 28, 2012 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST COMPLETE REMOVING CLUTTER IN REAR STORE ROOM.MUST ORGANIZING REMAINING STORAGE.

38. Feb 17, 2012 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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.FOUND REAR DOOR AT BOTTOM AREAS NOT RODENT PROOFED. 1/4 INCH AREAS ACCESSIBLE FOR RODENT ENTRY. ALSO EVIDENCE OF 38 RODENT DROPPINGS-MICE,AROUND DEEP FREEZERS,COOLERS AND CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.TOP OF FREEZER BY WAFFLE STATION IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR/PAINT WOOD.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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 OF COOLER S NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR BY OVEN.MUST REPAIR.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.CLUTTER THRU-OUT REAR STORAGE AREA IN STORE ROOM AND AT REAR DOOR. MUST REMOVE, AND ORGANIZE ALL AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREA.

39. Jan 18, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.STILL WORKING ON THE RUSTY STORAGE SHELF.

40. Jan 10, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN EAST SIDE STORAGE AREA 7-38-020. CITATION ISSUED

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED RUSTY TABLE STORAGE SHELFINSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND RESEAL.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE IN THE THREE BOX FREEZERS INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN, OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN AND SANITIZED SHAKE MIXER,CUTTING BOARDS, AND REAR SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ABOVE ITEMS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.FLOOR NEEDS CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT COOKING AREA AND STORAGE AREA,ALSO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OBSERVED THE WALLS AND CEILING NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR WALL BEHIND BOX FREEZER EAST STORAGE AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. OBSERVED CLUTTER IN FRONT AND REAR STORAGE AREA.