Garden Halal Restaurant

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment observed in need of a deep cleaning througout. PIC to train staff on violation noted on the inspection report.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several bulk bins and squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from orginal containers.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of prep foods from earlier today 1.7.26 observed without date marking.Provide made/discard date before storing

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.

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide and maintain visible

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.

Official wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide

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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Warewashing Equipment Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips. Provide

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Interior and exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed heavily soiled walkin shelvings observed heavily soiled 3 bay sink backsplash observed heavily soiled by black substances interior and exterior of prep sink observed soiled by grimme accumulation exterior of multiple storage bins observed soiled kitchen shelvings observed soiled exterior of squeeze bottles observed soiled flat grill observed with carbon build up. Clean and sanitize to remove

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.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main hansink observed blocked by dishes. Discontinue and keep assessible for handwashing only. PIC to monitor handwashing by staff

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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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Foor throughout the establishment observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove.

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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Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handsink observed without soap. Provide and maintain

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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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handsink observed without paper towel. Provide means to handrying

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handwashing sink observed without employees must wash hand sign. Provide

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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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Notes:Multiple rat droppings observed on stairway and under shelvings. Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV/ Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. PIC recommended to increase visit to weekly or daily.

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

Kitchen area observed heavily clutter with unused items. Clean / organize to remove.

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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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Live dove observed flying inside the restaurant. Remove

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker observed expired 7.4.25. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company.

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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(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection Voluntarily Closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to operate

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment observed in need of a deep cleaning througout. PIC to train staff on violation noted on the inspection report.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several bulk bins and squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from orginal containers.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of prep foods from earlier today 1.7.26 observed without date marking.Provide made/discard date before storing

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.

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide and maintain visible

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.

Official wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide

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.

Official wording

Warewashing Equipment Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips. Provide

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Interior and exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed heavily soiled walkin shelvings observed heavily soiled 3 bay sink backsplash observed heavily soiled by black substances interior and exterior of prep sink observed soiled by grimme accumulation exterior of multiple storage bins observed soiled kitchen shelvings observed soiled exterior of squeeze bottles observed soiled flat grill observed with carbon build up. Clean and sanitize to remove

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.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main hansink observed blocked by dishes. Discontinue and keep assessible for handwashing only. PIC to monitor handwashing by staff

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.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Foor throughout the establishment observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove.

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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Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handsink observed without soap. Provide and maintain

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.

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handsink observed without paper towel. Provide means to handrying

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen main handwashing sink observed without employees must wash hand sign. Provide

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.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Notes:Multiple rat droppings observed on stairway and under shelvings. Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV/ Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. PIC recommended to increase visit to weekly or daily.

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen area observed heavily clutter with unused items. Clean / organize to remove.

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.

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Live dove observed flying inside the restaurant. Remove

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker observed expired 7.4.25. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company.

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.

Official wording

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection Voluntarily Closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to operate

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

All baked goods made available for retail sale need to have proper labels on the containing a list of ingredients - Address

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface rusted shelving units where needed

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.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace badly scorned cutting boards where needed

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils inside all refrigeration / freezer units where needed

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.

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled buckets from the designated hand sink in the prep area

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all broken equipment and loose debris where needed throughout the store

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.

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

All baked goods made available for retail sale need to have proper labels on the containing a list of ingredients - Address

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface rusted shelving units where needed

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.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace badly scorned cutting boards where needed

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils inside all refrigeration / freezer units where needed

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.

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled buckets from the designated hand sink in the prep area

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all broken equipment and loose debris where needed throughout the store

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.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

All exposed foods available for retail sale out by the front stairs of the facility especially on Friday and Saturday's will need to be elevated off the floors and covered as discussed - relocate everything available for sale imn the area as people walking by are splaching rain puddles when walking by making it easy to get contaminated - Addressed immediately

In plain English

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

Elevate all foods off the grounds and / or floors of the estgablishemnt during storage all the time

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.

Official wording

Honestly Presented (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discard attrempts at identifying foods that are not what they actually are Example : White pollack and / or hake seafood is not " Fresh Cod Loins" the labels are identifying both species under one label - removed immediately

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

All exposed foods available for retail sale out by the front stairs of the facility especially on Friday and Saturday's will need to be elevated off the floors and covered as discussed - relocate everything available for sale imn the area as people walking by are splaching rain puddles when walking by making it easy to get contaminated - Addressed immediately

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

All raw meats need to be segragated from ready to eat foods when stored in all refrigeration units - unwrapped lamb is directly above fresh produce in the cooler - discontinue

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate all foods off the grounds and / or floors of the estgablishemnt during storage all the time

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.

Official wording

Honestly Presented (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discard attrempts at identifying foods that are not what they actually are Example : White pollack and / or hake seafood is not " Fresh Cod Loins" the labels are identifying both species under one label - removed immediately

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Compliance with Food Law (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several packaged meats without proper " safe handling labels" address where needed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several food items being purchased from "Retail Stores" such as Market Basket - discontinue and purchase all foods being used inside the restaurant from wholesalers only

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover all exposed meats and cheeses during extended cold refrigeration storage

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

All raw meats need to be segragated from ready to eat foods when stored in all refrigeration units - unwrapped lamb is directly above fresh produce in the cooler - discontinue

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Compliance with Food Law (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several packaged meats without proper " safe handling labels" address where needed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several food items being purchased from "Retail Stores" such as Market Basket - discontinue and purchase all foods being used inside the restaurant from wholesalers only

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace street cloths with an apron or uniforms when cutting meats and / or working with foods as discussed

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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure all staff have on hair restraints when working with foods in the kitchen

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post both you current food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site as discussed

In plain English

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.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Raw chicken stored directly above fresh produce discontinue practices and store as discussed in all refrigeration / freezer units

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

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.

Official wording

Food Preparation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Do not cut meats or prepare foods so close to the chemical stoirage - relocate the bench as discussed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside / outside of all freezers and refrigeration units from all visible soils

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.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace the barrier currently missing from the slop sink area

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Dirty pots and pans in the hand sink - maintain clean and clear of utensils foods - use is for " Hand washing only "

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.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fruit / drain flies are all around the floor drains - make the necessary corrections immediately before it becomes a bigger issue

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside / outside of all freezers and refrigeration units from all visible soils

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.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace the barrier currently missing from the slop sink area

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace street cloths with an apron or uniforms when cutting meats and / or working with foods as discussed

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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure all staff have on hair restraints when working with foods in the kitchen

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post both you current food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site as discussed

In plain English

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.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Raw chicken stored directly above fresh produce discontinue practices and store as discussed in all refrigeration / freezer units

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

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.

Official wording

Food Preparation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Do not cut meats or prepare foods so close to the chemical stoirage - relocate the bench as discussed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Dirty pots and pans in the hand sink - maintain clean and clear of utensils foods - use is for " Hand washing only "

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.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fruit / drain flies are all around the floor drains - make the necessary corrections immediately before it becomes a bigger issue

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.

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Change soiled aprons as needed throughout the day - employees wearing visibly compromised used aprons

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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC is not certified nor is he knowledgeable with the food code - address accordingly

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Washing Fruits and Vegetables (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Visibly soiled basin prep sink still being used to wash produce - address

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up where needed - color coordinate sanitizing buckets if needed

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.

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate all foods off the floors [ at least 6 inches ] when storing in the walk-in or the dry foods section

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.

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove from the three bay sink - segragate from food contact surfaces

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Discard all compromised cutting boards where needed and replace with new ones as the current boards are compromised

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.

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing chlorine test strips

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration and freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - grocery aisle shelves and counters where needed from visible food spills stains and soils

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.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Maintain clean after use

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean all areas where needed from visible soils [ floors-walls and blades on the ceiling fans

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Relocate bug lights from above the meat cases

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.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fruit flies and insects in the basement section of the store - address with professionally licensed pest control company

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all loose trash and debris not affiliated with the facility

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.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Keep the soiled mops and brooms inside the slop sink area - do not store directly on the floors after use

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Change soiled aprons as needed throughout the day - employees wearing visibly compromised used aprons

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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC is not certified nor is he knowledgeable with the food code - address accordingly

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Washing Fruits and Vegetables (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Visibly soiled basin prep sink still being used to wash produce - address

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up where needed - color coordinate sanitizing buckets if needed

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.

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate all foods off the floors [ at least 6 inches ] when storing in the walk-in or the dry foods section

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.

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove from the three bay sink - segragate from food contact surfaces

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Discard all compromised cutting boards where needed and replace with new ones as the current boards are compromised

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.

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing chlorine test strips

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration and freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - grocery aisle shelves and counters where needed from visible food spills stains and soils

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.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Maintain clean after use

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean all areas where needed from visible soils [ floors-walls and blades on the ceiling fans

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Relocate bug lights from above the meat cases

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.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fruit flies and insects in the basement section of the store - address with professionally licensed pest control company

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all loose trash and debris not affiliated with the facility

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.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Keep the soiled mops and brooms inside the slop sink area - do not store directly on the floors after use

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.