Routine Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed cases of produce outside back of restaurant that was delivered. [CA] Ensure food is inspected upon receiving and is stored immediately indoors.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Lack of chlorine test strips for dishwasher. [CA] Provide chlorine test strips.
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Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Unable to locate all food handler cards. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Lack of correct thermometer in salsa unit. Thermometer is an oven thermometer. [CA] Provide a thermometer for refrigeration units.
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Proper cooling methods
Inspector’s notes
Measured a large full covered container of shredded chicken at 56F in walk in cooler. Per operator, chicken was made yesterday. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] Food was discarded in trash.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed container of raw chicken on top of container of raw beef in walk in cooler. [CA] Store raw chicken below or next to beef. [COS]
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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