3-501.16(A)(2) and (B); Priority; Cold-Holding: All TCS foods in the walk-in cooler holding too warm as shown in above grid. Chicken balls in left prep unit holding at 45F in top portion; 38F down below. Maintain cold Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods at 41F and less. CDI- TCS foods exceeding 45F voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection. TCS foods exceeding 41F but under 45F had hold reduced to maximum of four days instead of seven. Recommend individual pan lids for chunky TCS foods in top section of prep unit to improve cold-holding. [REPEAT]
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Labeling missing on bucket of sanitizer and spray bottle of degreaser. Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. CDI- Labeling added during inspection. [REPEAT]
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.
3-304.14; Core; Sanitizer concentration too low in sanitizer bucket; measured at 0-100ppm quat. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other EQUIPMENT surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the required concentration (50-200ppm chlorine; 200-400 quat). CDI- Sanitizer remade during inspection. [REPEAT]
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.
3-304.12; Core; Tongs hanging on low oven handle at cook line where can brush up against pants. Two ice cream scoops stored in still water; water measured at 89F. Utensils stored as clean hanging above the 3-comp sanitizer dispenser leaning against the unclean surface and where items are brushed up against with hands. During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing; FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: in the FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD; or In a clean/dry; protected location; or In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified in Food Code (every 4 hours); or In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; if used with moist FOOD such as ice cream. CDI- Utensils returned for cleaning during inspection. [REPEAT]
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.
4-501.11; Core; Left walk-in cooler door self-close and seal mechanism is not working to close the door; with temperature issues in the cooler. EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of good repair and condition. EQUIPMENT components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturers specifications. Repair/Replace these items.
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.
5-501.116; Core; Grease receptacle with oily residue buildup along top and along the ground around the container. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (ex.-paint scraper; paper towels; kitty litter; flat shovel) so not washing oily water into drainage systems. [REPEAT]
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.
2-401.11; Core; Employee beverage stored on prep counter above clean dishes next to prep line. An EMPLOYEE shall eat; drink; or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment; utensils; and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection can not result. A food employee may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: The EMPLOYEE'S hands; The container; and Exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. CDI- Employee beverage moved during inspection.
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.
Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction
Inspector’s notes
3-202.18; Priority Foundation; Shellstock Tags: One pan of oysters in prep unit lacking its shellstock tag. A container of SHELLSTOCK that does not bear a tag or label or that bears a tag or label that does not contain all the information as specified under (A) of this section shall be subject to a hold order; as allowed by LAW; or seizure and destruction in accordance with 21 CFR Subpart D - Specific Administrative Decisions Regarding Interstate Shipments; Section 1240.60(d). CDI- Product voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection.
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.
4-601.11(A); Priority Foundation; Multiple containers stored as clean with old date stickers remaining. EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- Containers returned for additional cleaning during inspection.
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.
3-501.16(A)(2) and (B); Priority; Cold-Holding: Oysters on shell in prep unit holding at 54F. Unsalted butter on counter holding at 54F. Cooked sweet potatoes sitting out on speed rack at 68F. Charred apple in end prep unit at 45F. Maintain cold Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods at 41F and less. CDI- TCS foods exceeding 41F voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection. Unsalted butter and sweet potatoes out less than two hours placed on TPHC from known start time from functional cold-hold units. TPHC written methods form provided to PIC.
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.
3-501.18; Priority; Disposition: In walk-in cooler; heat-treated pickled onion dated 2/10; braised cabbage dated 2/13 (on day 8); milk opened yesterday lacking date; anchovis dated 2/12. Refrigerated; READY-TO-EAT; POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be date-marked. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1 (ex.-date the milk opened; date the meat/vegetable cooked). Add date mark to prepared TCS foods that will be held over to the next day. Prepared TCS food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination as specified in Food Code (up to 7 days when maintained at 41F and less). CDI- Products past 7-day hold voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection. Known open-on date added to the milk.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Labeling missing on bucket of sanitizer. Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. CDI- Labeling added during inspection.
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.
3-302.12; Core; Labeling missing on a few squeeze bottles of food ingredients. Working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT; such as cooking oils; flour; herbs; potato flakes; salt; spices; and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD. Add labeling to these items.
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.
3-304.14; Core; Bucket of sanitizer stored on the floor at the prep line. Sanitizer concentration too low in sanitizer bucket; measured at 50-100ppm quat. Containers (sanitizer buckets) of chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be stored off the floor and used in a manner that prevents contamination of FOOD; EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; LINENS; SINGLE-SERVICE; or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other EQUIPMENT surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the required concentration (50-200ppm chlorine; 200-400 quat). CDI- Container moved to low shelf and sanitizer remade during inspection.
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.
3-304.12; Core; Multiple tongs hung low at cook line where can brush up against pants. Utensils stored in water measured at 101F. Two more containers of utensils in water on the counter measured at 94F and 98F. During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing; FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: in the FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD; or In a clean/dry; protected location; or In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified in Food Code (every 4 hours); or In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; if used with moist FOOD such as ice cream. CDI- Utensils returned for cleaning during inspection. Tongs moved.
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.
4-501.12; Core; Multiple cutting boards stored as clean with pitting; staining; and soiled cut lines. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED; or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Resurface or replace the boards.
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.
notedCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Ice machine with pink and black microbial film buildup along ice baffle; not currently in direct contact with ice below. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; FOOD residue; and other debris. Increase cleaning frequency to these areas.
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.
5-501.116; Core; Grease receptacle with oily residue buildup along top and along the ground around the container. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (ex.-paint scraper; paper towels; kitty litter; flat shovel) so not washing oily water into drainage systems. 5-501.115; Core: One discard prep unit stored in the trash area. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Remove the discard equipment.
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.
Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
Inspector’s notes
3-603.11; Priority Foundation; Menu Consumer Advisory is missing the Disclosure part of the statement. If an animal FOOD such as beef; EGGS; FISH; lamb; milk; pork; POULTRY; or shellfish is served or sold raw; undercooked; or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens; either in READY-TO-EAT form or as an ingredient in another READY-TO-EAT FOOD; the PERMIT HOLDER shall inform CONSUMERS of the significantly increased RISK of consuming such FOODS by way of a DISCLOSURE and REMINDER. A DISCLOSURE shall include identification of the animal-derived FOODS by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked; or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. A REMINDER shall include asterisking the animal-derived FOODS requiring DISCLOSURE to a footnote that states: Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS; POULTRY; seafood; shellfish; or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness. VR-VERIFICATION REQUIRED. Update the menu Consumer Advisory to include the Disclosure part of the Statement. Text picture of menu correction to your REHS Joanne Rutkofske at 919-623-0459 within 10 days for verification.
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.
2-303.11; Core; Food employee observed wearing large watch while working with food. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band; while preparing FOOD; FOOD EMPLOYEES may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands. CDI- PIC educated on Food Code requirements.
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.
5-501.115; Core: Loose litter on ground in equipment enclosure adjacent to the trash/oil receptacles. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Remove the litter.
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.
4-602.11; Core; Ice machine with pink/black microbial film buildup around baffle; with ice up to the level of the baffle. Clean EQUIPMENT such as ice bins and BEVERAGE dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of EQUIPMENT such as ice makers at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Increase cleaning frequency to these items and clean thoroughly.
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.
3-501.18; Priority; Disposition: In the left side walk-in; cut melon dated 7/8; pickled sweet potato dated 7/23; and ricotta dated 7/20. In the right side walk-in; brisket dated 6/26 lacking thawed-on date of yesterday. Prepared TCS food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination as specified in Food Code (up to 7 days when maintained at 41F and less). Refrigerated; READY-TO-EAT; POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be date-marked. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1 (ex.-date the milk opened; date the meat/vegetable cooked). When freezing cooked TCS foods; include the Date Cooked/Date Frozen/Date Thawed. Add date mark to prepared TCS foods that will be held over to the next day. CDI- Past date product voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-202.12; Priority; Sanitizer concentration too high in bucket of sanitizer in the pasta room; measured at 500-600ppm quat (blue strip). POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS shall be Used according to LAW; Food Code; and Manufacturer use directions included in labeling. Maintain quat sanitizer at 200-400ppm. CDI- Sanitizer adjusted during inspection.
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.
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111; Core; Several drain/fruit flies around the mop sink area. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Increase pest control measures.
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.
5-501.16; Core; Trash cans needed at handwashing sinks throughout; located too far away. If disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories; a waste receptacle shall be located at each lavatory. Recommend using dedicated trash can at each handwashing station instead of the tall multi-use cans.
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.
6-501.12; Core; Dust accumulation around ceiling vents and surrounding ceiling tiles above prep area. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning frequency to these areas.
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.
Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction
Inspector’s notes
3-402.11; Priority Foundation; Flounder crudo that is served raw does not have any documentation that it is parasite free. Raw fish shall be frozen and stored at a temperature 4 F or below for a minimum of 168 hours (7 days) in a freezer; Frozen at 31 F or below until solid for a minimum of 15 hours; or Frozen at 31F or below until solid and stored at 4F or below for a minimum of 24 hours. A parasite free letter must be supplied by the supplier. The manager took flounder off the menu. Restaurant has not served this to the public this is opening night.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Sanitizer in spray bottles is not labeled. Label all working containers of cleaners and sanitizers once taken from bulk supplies with the common name of the food.
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.
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector’s notes
3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Cooling lamb in containers with tight fitting lids. Cool TCS food uncovered or loosely covered. The lids were removed.
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.