Inspection
May 15, 2026
16 recorded violations
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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Manager must monitor day to day operations regarding pest control & all cleaning /sanitizing Remove all clutter from basement storage clean & organize Voluntary Closure issued
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
There are multiple items stored directly on the floor in the walkin units.Elevate all stored items off the floor at least 6 inches.
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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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple prepped items in the walkin units are missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours
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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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
The hood filters were observed with heavy grease & soil buildup.(BFD inspector has viewed the issue) Clean to remove soils.
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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Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove the tin foil that is lining the exterior of the 6 burner range.Clean the exterior to remove grease
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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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the wire rack shelving units in the walkins to remove soils & rust Clean the interiors of the fryer units to remove grease buildup Bar #2--Clean the interior /exterior of the dish machine to remove evidence of roach activity
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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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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The dish room handsink was observed obstructed by shelving & equipment.Maintain handwash sink accessible at all times for proper handwashing. PIC corrected
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s notes
The drop ceiling above the cook line & prep has been removed exposing multiple pipes & overhead duct work.Replace ceiling
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the wall behind the fryers & 6 burner range to remove grease & soils. Clean the interior of the trash room to remove soils/food debris & evidence of roach activity
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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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Intensity-Lighting (C)
Inspector’s notes
There are lights out above the cook line.Replace bulbs
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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Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
There was evidence of rat activity(droppings multiple locations) Live roach activity(bar #2 dish machine(interior/exterior) basement trash location kitchen dish room floor) Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection There were multiple rat cages(traps) positioned throughout the kitchen & basement prep locations.Owner stating staff had placed them.They have since been removed.Dropping are being removed during the inspection.(cleaned & sanitized) Discussed with owner that a licensed pest company must provide service only
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Secure all CO2 tanks
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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Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair the hole in the floor infront of the elevator.(possible pest access)
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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Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floors throughout to remove grease/soils/food debris & evidence of pest activity
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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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
The hood sticker expired on 1.17.26(yellow).Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker BFD inspector R .Broadway is aware & has been on site.
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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Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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