notedCode 6-501.111 Controlling Pests The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insectsPests
Official wording
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 Controlling Pests The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. The presence of insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the PREMISES. Flies observed in main kitchen area.
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.
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Food splatter observed on walls inside main kitchen areas. Floors under equipment in need of cleaning.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P) One container of chemical cleaner labeled "peroxide" stored on wire shelving above clean dishes and utensils. CDI: Spray bottle removed.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11; Priority Foundation; One spray bottle of chemical cleaner unlabeled. Working containers used for storing 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: Label added.
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.
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; Dust observed on shelving; fan guard; and cooler walls inside walk-in. Non-food contact surfaces shall be frequently clean. Please have above listed items thoroughly cleaned. Half points taken due to improvement.
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.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Facility shared dumpster is missing a drain plug.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Two spray bottles of chemical cleaner unlabeled. Working containers used for storing 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: Labels added.
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.
4-501.11; Core; Rust observed on shelving units and gaskets split on reach-in units. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repeat Violation.
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.
minorCode 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; Dust observed on shelving; fan guard; and cooler walls inside walk-in. Outside surfaced and inside surfaced of reach-in units in need of thorough cleaning. Food debris collecting inside door gaskets. Grease build-up on hood ventilation systems above grill station. Please have above listed items thoroughly cleaned.
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.
6-501.12; Core; Walls and floors in need of thorough cleaning. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. ; 6-501.11; Core; Floor tile damage by front pizza oven; at entrance to walk-in cooler; and by 3-comp sink. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Please have the listed items repaired.
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.
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
6-501.110; Core; Staff keys and phone stored with facility items on shelving above prep cooler. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions.
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.
4-501.11; Core; Shelving units starting to rust. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. 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.
4-602.13; Core; Cleaning needed of shelving units; hood filters; outsides of equipment; reach ins and freezers. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 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.
6-501.11; Core; Floor tile damage by front pizza oven; at entrance to walk-in cooler; and by 3-comp sink. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair. Repair these areas so smooth and cleanable. 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.
criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature
Official wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Items on make line in kitchen area (not one that stores pizza items) 47-45F. CDI: Items moved to walk in.
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.
4-501.11; Core; Shelving units starting to rust. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. 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.
4-602.13; Core; Cleaning needed of shelving units; hood filters; outsides of equipment; reach ins and freezers. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 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.
6-501.11; Core; Floor tile damage by front pizza oven; at entrance to walk-in cooler; and by 3-comp sink. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair. Repair these areas so smooth and cleanable. 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.