Dec 18, 2025
Routine
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Observed build up in the ice scoop holder bucket. Also observed chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength in the dish machine. Observed the dishwasher at the bar with 0 PPM chlorine. Please service the dishwasher and wash dishes in the back until serviced. The sanitizer bucket connected to the dish machine was empty. The PIC will have the dish machine serviced by 12/24/25.
Dish machine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Observed TCS food products with no preparation or disposal date in reach in cooler. Prepared food not marked with date of preparation or date for disposal. (ribs, cooked corn, pork juice and tomatoes). Also observed pull pork, juice from pulled pork, smoke wings, grilled chicken breast, raw turkey and beef burgers expired on 12/04/25. There is not a consistent date marking procedure in place. PIC corrected on site by discarding items that exceeded the expiration date.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)
Observed three containers of oil stored on the floor. All food and food contact surfaces must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Also observed the ice bucket was not inverted. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.
- Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:
(i) In a clean, dry location;
(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
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Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.
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Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)
Observed the wiping cloth bucket stored by the dishmachine at 100 PPM sanitizer. PIC corrected on site by remaking the sanitizer water to 200-300 ppm. Also observed a wet towel stored on the breader. PIC corrected on site.
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Observed the faucet leaking on three compartment sink. PIC will have the faucet repaired by 12/24/25.
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)
Observed single-use containers stored on the floor in the kitchen. These items will need to be stored 6 inches or higher off the floor.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)
Observed accumulation on the exterior of the ice chute in the coke machine. PIC will ensure the area is deep cleaned by 12/19/25. Also observed build up on shelves in the walk in cooler.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
- Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(h) - cleaning plumbing fixtures- handsinks, urinals & toilets (c)
Observed paint peeling above the handsink in the men's restroom. PIC will have the area repaired by 12/25/25.
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)
Observed the lid broken and dumpster plug missing on one of the dumpsters. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.
(p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.
511-6-1.06(5)(n) - Covering Receptacles (C) (n) Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered:
- Inside the food service establishment if the receptacles and units:
(i) Contain food residue and are not in continuous use; or
(ii) After they are filled; and
- With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Observed holes in the ceiling that needs to be sealed by the reach in cooler. Vents in the kitchen and lady's restroom contained build up. Observed an accumulation of debris on the floor in the walk in cooler. The floor must be cleaned and maintained. The wall by the mop sink also contained build up 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.
(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.
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The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
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Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
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If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c).