Health Inspection Information

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  • Critical, Major, or Foodborne Illness Risk Factor Violations: These violations are more likely than other violations to contribute to illness or injury. Inspectors work with operators to make sure that these violations are corrected whenever feasible before they leave the establishment. A re-inspection may be scheduled to verify compliance.
  • Non-Critical, Minor or Good Retail Practice Violations: These violations are not directly related to the cause of illness or injury, but if uncorrected, could negatively affect the operation of the facility, such as maintenance and cleanliness.

Please Note: Tri-County converted to a new database in July 2013. Any inspections listed prior to July 2013 only display the date and type of inspection, but not the inspector comments because of the database conversion. For inspection reports prior to July 2013 please submit a written request to EHInspections@tchd.org.


Facility Details
Program Food
Facility Name Almustafa Market
Business Name Almustafa Market
Address 2159 S Parker Rd
Denver, CO 80231-3480
Phone 303-337-6527

Inspection Details
06/28/2019 Inspection, Follow-Up
06/20/2019 Inspection, Routine
02 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Certified Food Protection Manager
Inspector Comments: 2-102.12(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) - A food safety manager certification was not available at the time of the inspection.
05 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector Comments: 2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf) - A procedure for the clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events was not available at the time of the inspection. Corrective action: A handout was provided and discussed for the creation of a policy for the clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events.
22 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector Comments: 3-501.16(A)(2) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding (P) - Ayran yogurt drink containing milk and labeled 'keep refrigerated' was tested at 76°F in the beverage cooler in front of the deli area of the facility. Feta cheese was tested at 44-45°F in the glass display cooler near the checkout area of the facility. Corrective action: Ayran yogurt drinks and feta cheese were moved to a different cooler verified to hold a temperature of 41°F and below.
38 - Good Retail Practices
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector Comments: 6-202.15 Outer Openings, Protected (C) - A gap existed under the garage door of the grocery dry storage area and was not preventative of pest entrance.
41 - Good Retail Practices
Wiping Cloths; properly used & stored
Inspector Comments: 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) - Wiping cloths were not stored in the sanitizer bucket when not in use. The concentration of the chemical sanitizer bucket in the deli area was tested at less than 50 ppm chlorine residual.
52 - Good Retail Practices
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector Comments: 5-402.13 Conveying Sewage (P) - The mop sink in the customer service meat department was not able to drain properly due to excess soil in the basin. Corrective Action: Clear out basin of mop sink.
53 - Good Retail Practices
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector Comments: 6-302.11 Toilet Tissue, Availability (Pf) - Toilet tissue was not available in the customer restroom. Corrective action: Toilet tissue was replaced in the restroom.
55 - Good Retail Practices
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector Comments: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C) - The floor under the fryer in the deli area was soiled with grease and food debris. The bottom portion of the three door reach-in refrigerator was soiled with animal blood near the meat department. 6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C) - The wall near the back bakery area was in poor repair.
56 - Good Retail Practices
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector Comments: 6-403.11 Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (C) - Employee beverage containers were stored next to food in the deli area cook's line cold-top refrigerator and next to single service articles in the to-go container area of the deli. 6-202.11 Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding (C) - Two lights did not function in the deli area cook's line ventilation hood of the deli. A light bulb was not functioning in the back room of the bakery area.
03/21/2019 Inspection, Follow-Up
03/06/2019 Inspection, Routine (Enforcement)
02 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Certified Food Protection Manager
Inspector Comments: 2-102.12(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) - The facility was not able to provide proof that a Certified Food Protection Manager was associated with the establishment. Corrective Action: Facility to provide a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate from an approved place to the inspector within 90 days. Handout on approved classes provided.
05 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector Comments: 2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf) - A written procedure for the clean-up of vomit / diarrheal events was not accessible during time of inspection. Corrective Action: Print and keep a copy of document provided by inspector.
06 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector Comments: 2-401.11 Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) - An employee beverage (can) was stored above turkish labnek in the walk-in refrigerator. An employee beverage (twist top) was stored above customer single service items on a shelf in the bakery. Corrective Action: Beverages were thrown away and proper places to keep beverages were discussed.
10 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments: 6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability (Pf) - Soap was not provided to the bakery hand sink. Corrective Action: Refill dispenser with soap or provide a hand pump dispenser. 5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf) - An employee was observed filling a pan in the deli area hand sink. Staff was observed rinsing a mop in the bakery hand sink. Corrective action: Inspector discussed with staff that hand washing sinks are to be used solely for hand washing and no other purpose. 6-301.14 Handwashing Signage (C) - Signs that state that employees must wash hands were not provided to hand sinks throughout the facility. 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) - Paper towels were not available at the hand sink in the back kitchen cooking area. Corrective action: Provide paper towels to hand washing sink paper towel dispenser.
28 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector Comments: 7-204.11 Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals (P)- Staff verbalized that Pine-Sol was utilized as a food contact surface sanitizer for cutting boards and meat cutting equipment. Per 40 CFR 180.940, the active ingredient of Glycolic Acid, does meet the requirements allowed for food-contact surface sanitizing solutions. Corrective action: Obtain a sanitizer that is approved for use on food-contact surfaces.
38 - Good Retail Practices
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector Comments: 6-501.111 Controlling Pests (C) - Premises was not inspected at a frequent enough interval to observe the presence of pests as observed in the back non-working walk-in storage area. Corrective Action: Facility to ventilate area, spray 10% bleach solution on affected area, let the area sit wet for 10 minutes, and wipe up the feces. 6-202.13 Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation (C) - An adhesive fly strip was installed above the meat department service area preparation sink. Corrective action: Remove fly strip from above preparation sink and install in an approved location.
39 - Good Retail Practices
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector Comments: 3-305.11 Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) - Multiple containers and bags of food were stored directly on the floor of the non-working walk-in back storage area. Bags of dry foods were stored on the floor near the front counter.
47 - Good Retail Practices
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector Comments: 4-402.11 Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation (C) - The caulking of the three-compartment sink in the meat preparation kitchen was in disrepair.
48 - Good Retail Practices
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector Comments: 4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices (Pf) - Chemical test strips to test sanitization solutions were not present at the time of the inspection. Corrective action: Obtain chemical test-strips for sanitization solutions.
51 - Good Retail Practices
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector Comments: 5-202.14 Backflow Prevention Device, Design Standard (P) - A hose with a spray-nozzle shut-off valve was attached to a threaded faucet downstream of the atmospheric vacuum breaker on the mop sink in the meat preparation kitchen area. Corrective action: Remove spray-nozzle when not in use, disconnect hose when not in use, or install an atmospheric vacuum breaker that is rated for high hazard constant pressure. 5-205.15 System Maintained in Good Repair (C) - The hand sinks in the deli area and the bakery area were slow to drain.
52 - Good Retail Practices
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector Comments: 5-402.13 Conveying Sewage (P) - The hand sink in the meat preparation area leaked heavily when in use into a tub underneath it. Corrective action: Repair the plumbing of the sink to ensure the sink does not leak when in use.
54 - Good Retail Practices
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector Comments: 5-502.11 Frequency-Removal (C) - Facility was not removing cardboard boxes and other refuse in a timely manner in order to prevent accumulation and potential harborage.
55 - Good Retail Practices
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector Comments: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C) - The floor around the fixed equipment in the bakery was soiled with an accumulation of flour.
12/03/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
11/26/2018 Inspection, Routine (Enforcement)
01b - Critical
Food Source: Wholesome, free of spoilage
Inspector Comments: A dented can of chickpeas was observed in the dry storage area next to the warewashing room. Various cases of produce stored on the floor of the walk in dairy cooler appeared to be unwholesome.
03c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Temperature Control: Hot hold at 135°f or greater
Inspector Comments: Beef on a vertical broiler machine measured 118°F without a Time As A Public Health Control plan in place.
03e - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Temperature Control: Cold hold at 41°f or less
Inspector Comments: Tabbouleh, baba ghanoush, and hummus in the cold top refrigerator on the deli service line measured 48°F.
04a - Critical
Sanitation: Manual
Inspector Comments: Sanitizer in the three compartment sink actively being used for warewashing failed to measure 50ppm residual chlorine.
05c - Critical
Water, Sewage, Plumbing Systems: Backflow, back siphonage
Inspector Comments: A hose with a shut off valve was attached downstream of the atmospheric vacuum breaker of the mop sink in the meat preparation room.
08/20/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
08/13/2018 Inspection, Critical Item
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Numerous flies were observed throughout the facility. Corrective Action: Keep back garage door closed when not accepting a delivery. Change fly strips as needed and ensure placement is not above food contact areas.
05/10/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
04/30/2018 Inspection, Routine (Enforcement)
01c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Cross-contamination
Inspector Comments: Raw beef was stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in the back reach-in refrigerator by the garage door and in the walk-in refrigerator.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Unapproved employee beverages were stored next to and above food items throughout the facility.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Rat droppings were present in the back storage room.
02/12/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
01/19/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
01/10/2018 Inspection, Routine
01f - Critical
Food Source: Consumer advisory (7/1/13)
Inspector Comments: A consumer advisory for undercooked hamburgers was not provided on the menu. The inspector explained the purpose of a consumer advisory and left an example menu with correct wording for the operator.
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: A gloved food preparation employee on several occasions was observed removing their gloves and donning new ones without first washing their hands. The employee removed their gloves and properly washed their hands prior to continuing, violation corrected
02d - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hygienic practices
Inspector Comments: A food preparation employee was observed blowing into their gloves prior to donning them. The investigator instructed the employee to remove their gloves and wash their hands, violation corrected.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Several unapproved employee drinks were improperly stored above food or on food contact surfaces throughout the facility. Re-inspection required.
04a - Critical
Sanitation: Manual
Inspector Comments: A food preparation employee was observed rinsing a soiled pan with water in the 2 compartment sink located in the receiving bay before attempting to fill the pan with ready-to-eat stew. The investigators demonstrated to staff how to properly wash ware within their 3-compartment sink. Re-inspection of cleaning process required.
05c - Critical
Water, Sewage, Plumbing Systems: Backflow, back siphonage
Inspector Comments: A hose with a spray nozzle was attached downstream of the atmospheric vacuum breaker on the mop sink. The operator removed the hose thus correcting the violation.
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: Extensive food preparation was being conducted within the back receiving bay without an accessible hand sink. The facility shall not conduct food preparation of any kind within the back receiving area until an designated hand sink is installed. Re-inspection required.
06b - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Accessible
Inspector Comments: The hand sink within the bakery was obstructed by a large bread proofer. The operator relocated the proofer thus regaining access to the hand sink and thus correcting the violation.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Rodent droppings were observed in the corners and under storage racks located within the receiving bay storage area. Re-inspection required.
09a - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Original container, properly labeled
Inspector Comments: Several food items were observed stored on the floor throughout the facility.
10a - Non-Critical
Equipment Design, Construction: Food-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: Several cutting boards were heavily worn with deep pitts or grooves in the meat cutting room.
11c - Non-Critical
Testing Devices: Chemical test kits provided and accessible
Inspector Comments: There was an absence of available chlorine and quaternary ammonia test strips within the facility.
14c - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Floors, walls, and ceilings
Inspector Comments: Floors, walls and ceilings throughout the facility were in poor condition or in disrepair.
14d - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Lighting
Inspector Comments: The lighting fixtures located within the bulk storage area were not operational.
14g - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Premises maintained
Inspector Comments: A large gap was present beneath the back storage area garage door.
10/16/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
10/06/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Unapproved twist-top and open-top employee beverages were present throughout the facility.
05c - Critical
Water, Sewage, Plumbing Systems: Backflow, back siphonage
Inspector Comments: A shutoff was present downstream of the mop sink atmospheric vacuum breaker.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Soap and paper towels were not provided a the back bakery hand sink.
07b - Critical
Pest Control: Pesticide application
Inspector Comments: Fly strips without a catchment device were hanging above the preparation sink and the back storage shelves.
09/28/2017 Inspection, Critical Item
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: Multiple employees were observed donning or changing gloves without first washing their hands.
02d - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hygienic practices
Inspector Comments: Food debris was observed in the basin of the cook line hand sink.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Unapproved employee drinks were present in the back preparation area and the cook line.
05b - Critical
Water, Sewage, Plumbing Systems: Hot and cold water under pressure
Inspector Comments: Hot water was not provided at the restroom hand sink.
05c - Critical
Water, Sewage, Plumbing Systems: Backflow, back siphonage
Inspector Comments: A shutoff was present downstream of the mop sink atmospheric vacuum breaker.
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: A hand sink was not provided in the back storage area where extensive food preparation was being conducted.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Soap and paper towels were not provided at the back bakery hand sink.
07b - Critical
Pest Control: Pesticide application
Inspector Comments: Fly strips were hanging above the preparation sink and the storage shelves in the back food preparation area.
08/29/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
08/15/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Multiple flies were present throughout the facility.
07/31/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
01c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Cross-contamination
Inspector Comments:
01c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Cross-contamination
Inspector Comments: Raw chicken was stored above ready-to-eat tomatoes in the walk-in refrigerator in the meat preparation area.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Multiple unapproved employee beverages were observed throughout the facility.
07/20/2017 Inspection, Routine
01b - Critical
Food Source: Wholesome, free of spoilage
Inspector Comments: Molded oranges were stored among wholesome oranges in the produce area.
01c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Cross-contamination
Inspector Comments: Raw chicken and beef were stored above ready-to-eat onions and tomatoes in the walk-in refrigerator in the meat preparation area.
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: An employee was observed donning gloves without first washing their hands.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Unapproved employee beverages were present throughout the facility.
04a - Critical
Sanitation: Manual
Inspector Comments: Dishes were being washed, rinsed but not sanitized at the back two compartment sink.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Paper towels were not provided at the bakery hand sink.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Multiple flies were present throughout the facility.
07b - Critical
Pest Control: Pesticide application
Inspector Comments: FLy strips without a catchment device were hanging above food preparation tables and food equipment in the meat preparation area and back storage area.
09a - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Original container, properly labeled
Inspector Comments: Meat items not in their original container were unlabeled in the chest freezer by the meat area.
09b - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Food protected from contamination
Inspector Comments: Food items were stored on the floor throughout the facility.
11c - Non-Critical
Testing Devices: Chemical test kits provided and accessible
Inspector Comments: Sanitizer test strips were not provided.
12b - Non-Critical
Cleaning Of Equipment & Utensils: Nonfood-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: The wood behind the two compartment sink was soiled with black mold. Door gaskets on the cook line were soiled with food debris.
14a - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Plumbing: installed, maintained
Inspector Comments: The condenser fan in the walk-in refrigerator was leaking.
14b - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Garbage and refuse
Inspector Comments: THe dumpster lids were left open.
14c - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Floors, walls, and ceilings
Inspector Comments: The floor in the back storage area was soiled with food debris. A large hole was present in the bakery wall.
14g - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Premises maintained
Inspector Comments: The doors in the back storage area and dining area were left open.
03/08/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
02/09/2017 Inspection, Follow-Up
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: An employee on the cook line was observed donning gloves without first washing their hands.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Paper towels were not provided at the cook line hand sink.
01/26/2017 Inspection, Routine
01a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Approved source
Inspector Comments: Samosas containing more than 2% meat, made at an unknown restaurant were being sold.
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: An employee at the cook line was observed washing their hands without soap and without drying before donning gloves.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Multiple unapproved employee beverages were observed throughout the facility.
03c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Temperature Control: Hot hold at 135°f or greater
Inspector Comments: Samosas containing meat (68°) were below 135°F sitting out on the cook line counter.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Soap and paper towels were not provided at the cook line hand sink. Paper towels were not provided at the bakery hand sink or the restroom hand sink.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Rodent droppings were observed in the back storage area.
09a - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Original container, properly labeled
Inspector Comments: Goat meat, lamb meat, and beef were packed and unlabeled in the meat display case.
09b - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Food protected from contamination
Inspector Comments: Food was stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer.
10b - Non-Critical
Equipment Design, Construction: Nonfood-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: The preparation sink was not adequately sealed to the wall.
12a - Non-Critical
Cleaning Of Equipment & Utensils: Food-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: The meat grinder and saw were soiled with raw meat.
14a - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Plumbing: installed, maintained
Inspector Comments: A leak was observed from the piping beneath the 2 compartment sink in the back storage area.
14b - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Garbage and refuse
Inspector Comments: The dumpster lid was left open.
14c - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Floors, walls, and ceilings
Inspector Comments: Holes were observed in the walls in the bakery area.
14g - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Premises maintained
Inspector Comments: Unused equipment was present in the back storage area creating rodent harborage. The walk-in freezer was too cluttered with goat and lamb carcasses to enter.
10/20/2016 Inspection, Follow-Up
09/26/2016 Inspection, Follow-Up
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: A hand sink was not provided on the deli make line (at the time of inspection, the deli was closed as instructed by this Department).
09/22/2016 Inspection, Follow-Up
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: An employee on cook line was observed changing gloves without washing their hands.
02d - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hygienic practices
Inspector Comments: An employee on the cook line was observed wiping their hands on a common towel.
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: A hand sink was not provided on the cook line as stated in the opening inspection.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Multiple flies were present throughout the meat preparation area.
09/15/2016 Inspection, Education
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: Hand sink not provided on the cook line.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Flies present throughout facility and rodent droppings in back storage area.
08a - Critical
Poisonous Or Toxic Items: Properly stored
Inspector Comments: Chemicals stored on cutting board behind meat display case.
09/12/2016 Inspection, Routine
01b - Critical
Food Source: Wholesome, free of spoilage
Inspector Comments: An employee was observed dropping a piece of bread on the floor then picking it up and offering it for sale. Multiple dented cans were observed throughout the grocery area.
01c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Source: Cross-contamination
Inspector Comments: Raw chicken was stored above raw beef in the walk-in refrigerator in the meat preparation area.
02c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hands washed as needed
Inspector Comments: Employees in the bakery area were observed donning gloves without first washing their hands. An employee was observed picking up bread off the floor and continuing food preparation without changing gloves and washing hands.
02d - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Hygienic practices
Inspector Comments: A hose was attached to the back bakery hand sink to fill buckets. A soiled towel was stored in the basin of the meat preparation area hand sink.
02e - Critical
Personnel: Smoking, eating, drinking
Inspector Comments: Multiple unapproved employee beverages were stored on the cook line and next to clean utensils in the meat preparation area.
02g - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Personnel: Preventing food contamination from bare hands
Inspector Comments: An employee was observed handling ready-to-ear bread with their bare hands.
03e - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Temperature Control: Cold hold at 41°f or less
Inspector Comments: Raw chicken (55), hummus (56), shredded lettuce (56), and diced tomatoes (55) were all above 41°F in the cook line cold top.
06a - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Adequate number, location
Inspector Comments: A hand sink was not provided at the cook line as required during the opening inspection.
06c - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Hand Washing: Soap and drying devices
Inspector Comments: Paper towels were not provided at the front bakery hand sink or the restroom hand sink.
07a - Critical
Pest Control: Evidence of insects or rodents
Inspector Comments: Multiple flies were observed throughout the entire facility. Rodent droppings were observed throughout the back storage area by the walk-in refrigerator and freezer and around the meat display case.
07b - Critical
Pest Control: Pesticide application
Inspector Comments: Fly strips were hanging directly above food preparation tables in the meat preparation area. Unapproved insecticide was present in the meat preparation area.
08a - Critical
Poisonous Or Toxic Items: Properly stored
Inspector Comments: Unapproved insecticide was stored directly on the preparation table next to the cutting board and clean utensils in the meat preparation area. Glass cleaner was stored next to food containers on the table behind the meat display cases. A bait station box containing rat bait was observed on top of a bag of rice in the back storage room.
09a - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Original container, properly labeled
Inspector Comments: Salt not in its original container was unlabeled on the storage shelves in the meat preparation area.
09b - Non-Critical
Food Labeling, Food Protection: Food protected from contamination
Inspector Comments: Food items were stored directly on the floor in the back storage areas, walk-in refrigerators and walk-in freezers. Raw beef was thawing at room temperature on a bucket at the cook line.
10a - Non-Critical
Equipment Design, Construction: Food-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: Cutting boards were deeply scored in the meat preparation area. Unapproved food containers were observed in the walk-in refrigerators and walk-in freezer. Bread for sale was stored in unapproved containers.
10b - Non-Critical
Equipment Design, Construction: Nonfood-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: Tape was used to repair the counter top in the bakery area. The bread shelves in the bakery were chipped. The meat preparation table was not sealed to the wall or on casters.
12a - Non-Critical
Cleaning Of Equipment & Utensils: Food-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: Cutting boards and equipment in the meat preparation area were soiled with food debris. utensils beneath the grill were soiled with food debris.
12b - Non-Critical
Cleaning Of Equipment & Utensils: Nonfood-contact surfaces
Inspector Comments: The condenser fans in the walk-in refrigerator were soiled with dust. The meat display case sliding door tracks were soiled with food debris.
13b - Non-Critical
Utensils, Single-Service Articles: Single service articles stored, used
Inspector Comments: Single service items were stored with the food contact surface facing up at the cook line.
14a - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Plumbing: installed, maintained
Inspector Comments: The hot water would not turn off at the three compartment sink preventing the use of cold water.
14b - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Garbage and refuse
Inspector Comments: The dumpster lid was left open. The drain plug at the bottom of the dumpster was missing.
14c - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Floors, walls, and ceilings
Inspector Comments: The ceiling above the saw in the meat preparation area was chipping. The floor in the walk-in refrigerators, walk-in freezer, and bakery area were heavily soiled with food debris and grime. Multiple ceiling tiles were broken in the back storage area. A large hole was observed in the wall behind the bakery preparation area.
14d - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Lighting
Inspector Comments: A light was not functioning in the back storage area. A light was not shielded in the storage area by the walk-in refrigerator.
14g - Non-Critical
Physical Facilities: Premises maintained
Inspector Comments: The back delivery door did not seal tightly to the ground leaving a large gap. The back storage area by the walk-in refrigerator was packed with unused equipment creating rodent harborage. The walk-in freezer was over stocked with goat carcasses, lamb carcasses and other food items to the point it was inaccessible and preventing proper maintenance and cleaning. Unused and broken equipment was stored on the ground behind the facility creating rodent harborage.
05/16/2016 Inspection, First Operational

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