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The full inspection history
4 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Feb 29, 2024
Not Abated
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed left-most compartment at produce 3-compartment sink not draining. It must be repaired.
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
Inspector’s notes
"Observed unnecessary items in the basement. They must be removed.
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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.
"901:3-4-15(B) - Violation - Embargo-Adulterated, Misbranded or Expired Embargo of Food: Food suspected of being adulterated, or misbranded or baby food is expired."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed baby food for sale that is expired.
Embargo of Food: Food suspected of being adulterated, or misbranded or baby food is expired.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Manager discarded 16 packs of baby food and advised they would check them more frequently."
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.
"3717-1-05.4(H) - Violation - Refuse-covered receptacle women's/unisex bathroom There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom."
Inspector’s notes
"Refuse-covered receptacle women's/unisex bathroom
There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom located next to produce walk-in cooler. ."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC-Level 2 Certification
No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
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.
"3717-1-20.0(B) - Violation - Replacement of existing facilities and equipment Existing equipment/facilities constitute a public health hazard and must be replaced."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed hot holder in deli not working properly. It must not be used for TCS food until it is repaired.
Existing equipment/facilities constitute a public health hazard and must be replaced."
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 29, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 18, 2024
Abated
13 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC-Level 2 Certification
No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
Inspector’s notes
"All non-functional equipment, unused shelves/displays, and unnecessary items must be removed from the basement.
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(D)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed a grease build up on the pipes hanging down from the grill ventilation hoods of deli. It must be cleaned.
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."
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.
"3717-1-06.1(M)(3) - Violation - Facilities-windows, doors protected Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed doors in the basement with gaps at the bottom. A door sweep must be installed to prevent insects and rodents from entering the premises.
Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents."
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.
"3717-1-04.1(Y) - Violation - Temperature Measuring Devices Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed drink coolers next to front registers without thermometers. At least one thermometer must be provided for each cooler.
Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed the hand sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
2. Observed the 3-compartment sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
3. Observed a leak at the mop sink in the deli. It must be fixed.
4. Observed a sink with a clogged drain holding stagnant water. It must be fixed and sanitized.
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(D)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(D) - Violation - Backflow prevention-air gap. The air gap between the water supply and flood level rim of a plumbing fixture (or other equipment) does not meet requirements. "
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
"3717-1-04.4(B) - Violation - Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-06.2(C) - Violation - Facilities-hand drying provision Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-03.5(C) - Violation - Food labels-required information Food is not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-06.3(D) - Violation - Facilities: Distressed merchandise: Location Products that are held by the license holder for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, were not segregated and not held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed a box of damaged foods at the bottom of a box stack in the basement walk-in freezer. The damaged items must be held in a designated area that is separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
Products that are held by the license holder for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, were not segregated and not held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.1(C) - Violation - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 18, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 29, 2023
Abated
17 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed the hand sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
2. Observed the 3-compartment sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
3. Observed a leak at the mop sink in the deli. It must be fixed.
4. Observed a sink in the basement with a clogged drain holding stagnant water. It must be fixed and sanitized.
5. Observed the cold water at the 3-compartment sink in deli not working correctly. It must be repaired.
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
Inspector’s notes
"Observed unnecessary items in the following areas:
1. Produce kitchen
2. The 3-compartment sink area of produce wash/storage room
3. The deli (The broken pressure fryer must be replaced, fixed, or removed from the kitchen)
4. The basement
All non-functional equipment, unused shelves/displays, and unnecessary items must be removed from the premises.
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
notedCode 3717-1-03.4(G)(4)Food source and labeling
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(G)(4) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.8(E)(3) - Violation - Single-service and single-use articles-storage. Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-05.1(O)(2) - Violation - Using handwashing facility-Other purposes Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. "
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(a) - Violation - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.1(C) - Violation - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-05.4(H) - Violation - Refuse-covered receptacle women's/unisex bathroom There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(d) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-thermometer A food temperature measuring device was not cleaned before using or storing."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
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.
"3717-1-04.4(B) - Violation - Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed cutting boards in use at the deli with large gashes in them. The cutting boards must be discarded and replaced in order to prevent contamination.
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 29, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 8, 2023
Not Abated
24 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-04.8(E)(3)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-04.8(E)(3) - Violation - Single-service and single-use articles-storage. Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed single-use cups being stored directly on floor of produce kitchen. Food contact items must be stored at least 6-inches from the floor.
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed milk being stored on the floor of the dairy cooler. All foods must be stored at least 6-inches from the floor to prevent contamination.
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
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.
"3717-1-06.2(C) - Violation - Facilities-hand drying provision Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed hand sink at produce kitchen being used without paper towels.
2. Observed hand sink at deli being used without paper towels.
Paper towels must be available at all hand sinks.
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed the hand sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
2. Observed the 3-compartment sink at produce kitchen with a clogged drain. It must be fixed.
3. Observed a leak at the mop sink in the deli. It must be fixed.
4. Observed a sink with a clogged drain holding stagnant water. It must be fixed and sanitized.
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(D)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(D) - Violation - Backflow prevention-air gap. The air gap between the water supply and flood level rim of a plumbing fixture (or other equipment) does not meet requirements. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed a hose at produce storage sink that was below the top of the sink.
The air gap between the water supply and flood level rim of a plumbing fixture (or other equipment) does not meet requirements.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: The hose must be kept suspended above flood-rim (an air gap) of sink to prevent back ups."
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed shelves in produce kitchen with build up. They must be cleaned more frequently.
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
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.
"3717-1-04.1(C) - Violation - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: 1. Observed the cutting board at produce kitchen with large gashes in it.
2. Observed clean dishes in deli with stickers left on them.
Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: 1. The cutting board must be replaced or sanded down to be smooth in order for it to be properly cleaned.
2. All stickers must be removed from dishes when they are cleaned in order for them to be considered clean."
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.
"3717-1-06.1(M)(3) - Violation - Facilities-windows, doors protected Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed doors in the basement with gaps at the bottom. A door sweep must be installed to prevent insects and rodents from entering the premises.
Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents."
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.
"3717-1-03.5(C) - Violation - Food labels-required information Food is not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed board's head sandwiches from deli being sold without proper ingredient information. All foods prepared and packaged at facility must have proper labeling for consumers with ingredients, allergens, and total weight.
Food is not properly labeled."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed foods being stored in the deli cooler with no label. If a food is not easily identifiable, it must be labeled with a common name.
2. Observed multiple flour bins in deli without a label. Flour bins must be labeled with the content's common name.
Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed a black build up on the ceiling tiles in basement area next to bathrooms. It must be cleaned or replaced.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
Inspector’s notes
"Observed unnecessary items in the following areas:
1. Produce kitchen
2. The 3-compartment sink area of produce wash/storage room
3. The deli
4. The basement
All non-functional equipment, unused shelves/displays, and unnecessary items must be removed from the premises.
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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.
"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed the foods at salad bar being held at 47° F.
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: The temperature of the salad bar must be lowered in order to keep food at or below 41° F."
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.
"3717-1-04.1(Y) - Violation - Temperature Measuring Devices Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed drink coolers next to front registers without thermometers. At least one thermometer must be provided for each cooler.
Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design."
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.
"OBSERVATION: Observed a build up on the top of the orange juicer in produce kitchen.
Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Top of orange juicer must be 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.
"3717-1-06.3(D) - Violation - Facilities: Distressed merchandise: Location Products that are held by the license holder for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, were not segregated and not held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed a box of damaged foods at the bottom of a box stack in the basement walk-in freezer. The damaged items must be held in a designated area that is separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
Products that are held by the license holder for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, were not segregated and not held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(a) - Violation - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed raw chicken and eggs being stored above ready-to-eat food.
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Raw chicken and eggs must be stored below RTE foods to prevent cross-contamination."
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.
"3717-1-05.1(O)(2) - Violation - Using handwashing facility-Other purposes Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed hand sink at produce kitchen being used as a dump sink.
Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Hand sinks must only be used to wash hands. It may not be used for anything else."
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.
"3717-1-05.4(H) - Violation - Refuse-covered receptacle women's/unisex bathroom There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed unisex bathroom in basement being used without a covered trash can. A covered receptacle must be placed in bathroom.
There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-03.4(G)(4)Food source and labeling
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(G)(4) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed foods being stored in deli cooler with no date marks.
Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Date marking must be done in a consistent manner according to the code."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(D)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Observed a build up of dust on the vents in the produce walk-in cooler. It must be cleaned.
2. Observed a grease build up on the pipes hanging down from the grill ventilation hoods of deli. It must be cleaned.
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC-Level 2 Certification
No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
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.
"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(d) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-thermometer A food temperature measuring device was not cleaned before using or storing."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed thermometer being used in deli without being sanitized before use.
A food temperature measuring device was not cleaned before using or storing.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Food thermometers must be sanitized before use."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed raw chicken being stored in deli coolers without a lid.
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: All foods must have a covered top to prevent contamination."
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.