Hometown Bar & Grill

Observed black build up in large ice machine in kitchen area. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize large ice machine in kitchen area.

Observed black build up in small ice bin in bar area. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize small ice bin in bar area.

Observed water pressure lacking at cold fixture of the 3-compartment sink in the kitchen area. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. PIC will have cold water fixture repaired at 3-compartment sink in kitchen area.

Observed no light in WIC. CA: At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. PIC will have light installed in WIC.

Observed two white cutting boards that had deep cuts and did not look clean to sight. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC will have cutting boards replaced with ones in good repair.

Observed no handwash signage in the men's restroom. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will post an employees handwash sign in men's restroom.

Observed no in date sanitizer test strips. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC Stated he has spoken to the distributer and they are bringing him new test strips today (2/27/25).

Observed grease build up on the vent hood in the main kitchen area. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed no disposable hand towels at employee handwashing sink in kitchen area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels; A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; A heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. PIC put disposable hand towels at employee handwashing sink in kitchen area.

Observed no disposable hand towels at employee handwashing sink in bar area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels; A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; A heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. PIC put disposable hand towels at employee handwashing sink in bararea.

Observed no employee handwashing cleanser at employee handwashing sink in bar area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC put hand soap at employee handwashing sink in bar area.

Observed ice bin in bar area uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination including ice bins. PIC covered ice bin in bar area.

Observed small black build up in large ice machine near dishwasher machine in middle area of the kitchen. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. PIC will have employee to clean and sanitize ice machine near dish washer machine in the middle area of the kitchen by today.

Observed lack in water pressure at handwashing sink in women restroom. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. PIC will have until 07/26/24 to have water pressure repaired at handwashing sink in women restroom.

Observed no employee handwashing sign at employee handwashing sink in bar area. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will post an employee handwashing sign at employee handwashing sink in bar area.

Observed handle in contact with ice in large ice machine near dishwasher in middle area of kitchen. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops. PIC placed handle up in large ice machine near dishwasher in middle area of kitchen.

Observed black build up on drink nozzles of soda machine at the front of the facility. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. COS PIC removed nozzles to clean and sanitize them.

Observed black build up on the ice bin at the drink machine at the front of the facility. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize ice bin.

Observed most recent inspection report not posted in the facility. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will have most recent inspection report posted ASAP.

Observed several items being stored in reused sour cream containers (steaks, salsa, and hot sauce). CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS PIC removed items being stored in the reused sour cream containers and placed them in new food grade containers.

Observed grease build up on vent hood in the main kitchen. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have hood vent cleaned.

Observed diced tomatoes in prep top cooler at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will remove diced tomatoes in prep top cooler and cool them down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.

Observed raw hamburger and raw shrimp in RIC near grill area out of temperature. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will cool down raw shrimp and raw hamburger to 41°F or below.

Observed chicken wings in RIC not stored covered. CA: when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC had employee cover chicken wings in RIC.

Observed build up in ice bin in front area. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize ice bin.

Observed faucet at 3 compartment sink having a constant run when cold and hot water were off. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC will have faucet repaired.

Observed no light in WIC. CA: At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. PIC will have light installed in WIC.

Observed several items being stored in reused sour cream containers. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will remove old sour cream containers.

Observed both microwaves not clean to sight. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will clean and sanitize both microwaves.

Observed vent hood with build up of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed several ceiling tiles needing replaced or added where it is missing. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will replace or add ceiling tiles where needed.

Observed mop not hung properly to dry. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will hang mop to properly dry.