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This restaurant has some health concerns to be aware of.
Recent inspections found issues that may affect food safety. Review the violations below.
SafeScore
77/100
Inspections
1
Last Inspected
May 2019
Critical
0
Analysis
Violation Breakdown
64 total
Case History
Inspection Timeline
E1 Placard Posted
Code EA01
The outer surfaces of equipment (like the sides of fryers or shelving) were not properly cleaned.
Code F033
This appears to be an internal impound release code and cannot be translated without more context.
Code CA06
E7 Change of Ownership - Denied
Code EA07
11. Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
Code F011
21. Hot and cold water available
Code F021
The restaurant's dishwasher is not working or not present.
Code CA11
C7 Polystyrene
Code CA07
The restaurant must serve food that is safe to eat and not spoiled or contaminated.
Code F013
02. Communicable disease; reporting, restrictions & exclusions
Code F002
The restaurant is using single-use plastics that are banned under local regulations.
Code CA09
27. Food separated and protected
Code F027
The restaurant's pipes, faucets, and drains must be properly installed and working to prevent contamination.
Code F041
E5 Transfat
Code EA05
17. Compliance with Gulf Oyster Regulations
Code F017
43. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Code F043
E3 Hearing
Code EA03
CO2 tanks (used for carbonated drinks) weren't being stored or secured properly.
Code F036
Staff must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in areas where food is prepared or served.
Code F004
40. Wiping cloths; properly used and stored
Code F040
The restaurant was found to have violations related to cleanliness and sanitation that were observed and documented by the inspector.
Code CA02
E4 Re-Open
Code EA04
49. Plan review
Code F049
C5 Impoundment
Code CA05
Cooked food must be cooled down quickly and safely to prevent bacterial growth.
Code F009
The restaurant did not have a working, accessible sink with soap and drying supplies specifically for staff to wash their hands.
Code F006
10. Proper cooking time and temperature
Code F010
C3 Samples
Code CA03
08. Time as a public health control; procedures & records
Code F008
The restaurant has completed a transfer of ownership and the new owner has been officially approved.
Code EA08
The restaurant has an issue with how rainwater runoff is being managed on the property.
Code CA08
37. Vending Machine
Code F037
C10 Dishwasher - Yes
Code CA10
If the restaurant serves shellfish, they must keep and display the required tracking tags that show where the shellfish came from.
Code F016
No one is allowed to use any part of the restaurant as a place to sleep.
Code F046
19. Consumer advisory provided
Code F019
47. Signs posted; last inspection report available
Code F047
30. Food storage; food storage containers identified
Code F030
26. Approved thawing methods in use
Code F026
Food that a customer sends back cannot be served to another customer.
Code F012
The restaurant must have proper airflow and lighting in all work areas.
Code F038
42. Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Code F042
32. Food properly labeled & honestly presented
Code F032
The menu did not meet required guidelines (likely missing allergen or calorie information).
Code EA06
This inspection finding has been referred to another agency or department for further action.
Code CA01
The inspector took photos to document a violation as evidence.
Code EA02
The restaurant's operating permit wasn't visible or available on the premises.
Code F048
No qualified manager was present or actively overseeing food safety practices.
Code F024
Employees weren't washing their hands properly or were using gloves incorrectly.
Code F005
The restaurant is required to avoid serving certain high-risk foods (like unpasteurized items) to vulnerable groups such as school children or hospital patients.
Code F020
The restaurant has been ordered to stop operating, either entirely or for a specific activity.
Code CA04
The restaurant must be kept clean, personal belongings stored properly, and the building sealed against pests like rats and insects.
Code F044
The restaurant is correctly disposing of sewage and wastewater so it doesn't contaminate food or the surrounding area.
Code F022
Staff are not maintaining adequate personal hygiene or are not wearing proper hair coverings like nets or hats while handling food.
Code F025
Fruits and vegetables were not being properly washed before being served or prepared.
Code F028
The person in charge could not demonstrate they understand basic food safety rules.
Code F01a
Employees must not handle food if they are showing symptoms like discharge from their eyes, nose, or mouth.
Code F003
The restaurant is not following the special food safety procedures or plans it agreed to follow as a condition of operating.
Code F018
The restaurant must properly maintain and use their dish-washing equipment, including testing it regularly to ensure it sanitizes correctly.
Code F034
All kitchen equipment and utensils must be approved for food use, properly installed, clean, in good working order, and sufficient for the restaurant's needs.
Code F035
Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances weren't properly labeled, stored separately from food, or used correctly.
Code F029
Staff didn't have valid food safety certifications or food handler cards available for the inspector to check.
Code F01b
The restaurant is not keeping hot foods hot enough or cold foods cold enough to prevent bacterial growth.
Code F007
The restaurant's self-service area (like a salad bar or buffet) is not being properly managed to keep food safe for customers to serve themselves.
Code F031
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The last inspection on record is from May 2019 โ 2525 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.
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