Canvass
Jun 11, 2026
9 recorded violations
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSEREVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS IN POOR TEMPERATURE: 10 DOZ RAW EGGS, 5 POUND RAW CHICKEN, 3 POUND BEEF ETC... ALL PRODUCTS WERE WITH 60-70 DEGREES ALL ITEMS WERE DISCARDED AND DENATURED. TOTAL VALUE $200.00 50 LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATIONS ISSUED
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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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR. INTERNAL TEMPERATURE 65.0 DEGREES AIR TEMP. COOLER IS IN BETWEEN A FRYER AND A 4 BURNER STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN 41.0 OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED REFRIGERATION REPAIR PERSON ARRIVED ON SITE DURNING INSPECTION.
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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THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS THAT ARE VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
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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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLENAING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER AND HANDLE UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
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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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. ALL WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
ALLCOOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS IN BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLENAING TO REMOVE SOME DEBRIS AND WATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOKING IN BASEMENT AREA WITH NO VENTILATION HOOD OR ANSEL SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE THE USE OF PROPANE AND DISCONTINUE COOKING IN BASEMENT.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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