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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
73/100
Inspections
1
Last Inspected
May 2019
Critical
0
Analysis
Violation Breakdown
78 total
Case History
Inspection Timeline
The water heater does not meet the required capacity to produce enough hot water for the kitchen.
Code M076
The food truck isn't meeting the requirements for its mobile support unit, such as a support vehicle that travels with it.
Code M078
Food is not being properly protected from dirt, germs, or other contaminants.
Code M066
Cleaning supplies and chemicals are not being stored safely away from food and food-related items.
Code M072
The kitchen does not have adequate space to safely store and prepare food without risk of contamination.
Code M067
This inspection finding has been referred to another agency or department for further action.
Code CA01
Food that a customer sends back cannot be served to another customer.
Code M012
The restaurant is not meeting basic safety requirements set by the health code.
Code M075
Fruits and vegetables were not being properly washed before being served or prepared.
Code M028
32. Food properly labeled & honestly presented
Code M032
45. Floors, walls and ceiling: built, maintained and clean
Code M045
The restaurant is not reheating previously cooked food to a high enough temperature before putting it out to stay warm for customers.
Code M011
The restaurant must serve food that is safe to eat and not spoiled or contaminated.
Code M013
The food truck doesn't have its required ID/license information displayed on both sides of the vehicle.
Code M064
The restaurant hasn't completed all required paperwork and approvals from the health department.
Code M061
E3 Hearing
Code EA03
70. Toilet facilities
Code M070
CO2 tanks (used for carbonated drinks) weren't being stored or secured properly.
Code M036
This appears to be an internal impound release code and cannot be translated without more context.
Code CA06
The restaurant is not using an approved facility to prepare or store food off-site.
Code M062
02. Communicable disease; reporting, restrictions & exclusions
Code M002
42. Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Code M042
19. Consumer advisory provided
Code M019
79. Potable water & wastewater tanks*
Code M079
The food truck isn't meeting the required support agreements with an approved commissary kitchen.
Code MF07
C5 Impoundment
Code CA05
71. Exterior & surrounding area sanitary
Code M071
The restaurant has completed a transfer of ownership and the new owner has been officially approved.
Code EA08
10. Proper cooking time and temperature
Code M010
74. Location of compressors
Code M074
There is no proper handwashing sink available for employees to use.
Code M068
The wet cloths used to wipe down surfaces are not being stored in sanitizing solution between uses, which can spread bacteria.
Code M040
The restaurant is in the process of transferring ownership, and the new owner's application is still being reviewed.
Code EA09
63. Daily clean & service
Code M063
If the restaurant serves shellfish, they must keep and display the required tracking tags that show where the shellfish came from.
Code M016
14. Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
Code M014
21. Hot and cold water available
Code M021
Employees must not handle food if they are showing symptoms like discharge from their eyes, nose, or mouth.
Code M003
The restaurant is using single-use plastics that are banned under local regulations.
Code CA09
26. Approved thawing methods in use
Code M026
The restaurant must properly maintain and use their dish-washing equipment, including testing it regularly to ensure it sanitizes correctly.
Code M034
The restaurant's operating permit wasn't visible or available on the premises.
Code M049
65. Equipment construction requirements (Mech. Air Refrig.)
Code M065
47. Signs posted; last inspection report available
Code M047
60. Certification by Housing & Community Development
Code M060
73. Occupied aisleway at least 74 in. high & 30 in. wide
Code M073
E1 Placard Posted
Code EA01
The restaurant must have proper airflow and lighting in all work areas.
Code M038
E7 Change of Ownership - Denied
Code EA07
The outer surfaces of equipment (like the sides of fryers or shelving) were not properly cleaned.
Code M033
E5 Transfat
Code EA05
Staff didn't have valid food safety certifications or food handler cards available for the inspector to check.
Code M01b
The inspector took photos to document a violation as evidence.
Code EA02
C3 Samples
Code CA03
15. Food obtained from approved source
Code M015
The menu did not meet required guidelines (likely missing allergen or calorie information).
Code EA06
The restaurant has an issue with how rainwater runoff is being managed on the property.
Code CA08
The restaurant has been ordered to stop operating, either entirely or for a specific activity.
Code CA04
The restaurant was using polystyrene (styrofoam) containers, which may be banned in this area.
Code CA07
The restaurant is not following the required safety rules for sourcing, storing, or serving raw oysters from the Gulf of Mexico.
Code M017
The restaurant is not correctly using time instead of temperature to keep certain foods safe, or is missing the required records for doing so.
Code M008
The restaurant was previously forced to close and is being checked to confirm it can legally reopen.
Code EA04
No qualified manager was present or actively overseeing food safety practices.
Code M024
Employees weren't washing their hands properly or were using gloves incorrectly.
Code M005
Cooked food must be cooled down quickly and safely to prevent bacterial growth.
Code M009
The restaurant must be kept clean, personal belongings stored properly, and the building sealed against pests like rats and insects.
Code M044
Staff are not maintaining adequate personal hygiene or are not wearing proper hair coverings like nets or hats while handling food.
Code M025
The restaurant either lacks food thermometers or the ones they have are giving inaccurate temperature readings.
Code M039
The restaurant did not have a working, accessible sink with soap and drying supplies specifically for staff to wash their hands.
Code M006
The person in charge could not demonstrate they understand basic food safety rules.
Code M01a
The sink used to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes and kitchen tools is not set up or functioning properly.
Code M069
The restaurant is not following the special food safety procedures or plans it agreed to follow as a condition of operating.
Code M018
Staff must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in areas where food is prepared or served.
Code M004
Evidence of insects, rodents, birds, or other animals was found in the restaurant.
Code M023
Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances weren't properly labeled, stored separately from food, or used correctly.
Code M029
The restaurant is not keeping hot foods hot enough or cold foods cold enough to prevent bacterial growth.
Code M007
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 M031
The restaurant was found to have violations related to cleanliness and sanitation that were observed and documented by the inspector.
Code CA02
Data may be outdated
The last inspection on record is from May 2019 โ 2516 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.
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