Mather'S More Then a Cafe
Passed most recently but 3 prior failures on record
2020-01-16 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2020-01-08 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 6 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP HAND SINK.
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. WASTEWATER BACKING UP FROM AN OPEN FLOOR DRAIN WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. (PREMISES HAS HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AVAILABLE ON SIT...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ICE MACHINE AND FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND DISH MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON SIDE WALLS NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE SAID PEELING PAINT AND REPAIR, MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
2019-03-20 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED FAT FRYER CABINET GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DEEP FAT FRYER CABINET. CORE VIOLATION
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS OVER LIGHTS AT HOT LINE HOOD GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS. CORE VIOLATION
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE DIRTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE. CORE VIOLATION
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED HOT LINE HOOD GREASY AROUND HOOD SCREENS AT HOT LINE AREA.INSRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND SCREENS. CORE VIOLATION
2018-01-25 Pass Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED CLOTH TOWELS AND PAPER LINERS ON SHELVING UNDER FLATWARE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE TOWELS AND PAPER FROM SHELVING AND THAT ONLY SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES MAY BE USED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF DEEP FAT FRYER CABINETS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FRYER CABINETS.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER HOT LINE HOOD DIRTY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN LIGHT SHEILDS UNDER HOOD AT THE HOT LINE.
2017-08-01 Pass Canvass 6 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE, STORAGE, PREP AND COUNTER SHELVES WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP AREA, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT AND ...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND DISH MACHINE AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING AND CEILING VENT COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE REAR PREP AREA.--------------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD SPILLAGE AND STAIN BEHIND DISHMACHINE AND SPRAYER IN RE...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB UNDER KITCHEN HOOD IN FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA. MUST REORGANIZE. USABLE ITEMS (FOOD AND NON FOOD) MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
2016-10-25 Pass Canvass 2 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR NOT CLEAN BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
2016-03-03 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 2 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYER AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLUTTER 2ND AND FIRST FLOOR STORAGES, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO BETTER MAINTAIN,
2016-02-25 Fail Canvass 8 ▾
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
DISH WASHING FACILITIES THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR, WATER WHEN SINK IS DRAINING OVERFLOWS UNTO FLOOR, NOT PROPERLY DRAINING INTO SEWER LINE, BACKING UP ONTO KITCHEN FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR SURFACE AND BETTER M...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYER AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR NOT CLEAN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND STORAGE BY DINING ROOM,
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS NOT STORED PROPERLY, RESTRICT STORING ON TOP OF FOOD ITEMS/PRODUCT, MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR STORING BELONGINGS,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FAUCET IN MENS BATHROOM HAS LOW WATER PRESSURE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THERMOMETER NOT CONSPICUOUS IN FRONT PREP COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO DO SO,
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLUTTER 2ND AND FIRST FLOOR STORAGES, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
DIRTY WASH CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED ON FRONT COUNTER AREA, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION,
2015-04-27 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVEN WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, PREP COOLER, DISH MACHINE, EXPOSED HAND SINK DIVIDERS WITH DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATION IN REAR PREP AREA, PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES WITH GREAS...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS WITH DRIED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP AREA AND FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR CLOSET (BY REAR EXIT DOOR) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
2014-11-06 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 2 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Above violation still remaining(Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink, and 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Above violation still remaining(Walls that had peeling paint in rear kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/sealed. Damaged wall tiles by dish machine shall be repaired/replaced. Walls in rear kitchen areas not clean, need detailed cleaning).
2014-10-27 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 5 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Found/observed rear entrance/exit door(south), not rodent proofed, door 1/4 in gap on bottom of door.Citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink, and 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under cooking equipment, heavy equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear kitchen area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls that had peeling paint in rear kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/sealed. Damaged wall tiles by dish machine shall be repaired/replaced. Walls in rear kitchen areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
2014-02-10 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
MUST PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE POTS/PANS ON SHELVINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND ALUMINUM FOILS ON BOTTOMS OF WORK PREP TABLES USED AS LINERS-MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOUND FAN COVERS INSIDE THE REAR 3 DOOR COOLER,MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS,EXTERIOR SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT,KNOZZLES TO FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND HANDWASHING SINK AT REAR IS LEAKING AT DRAIN PIPE-MUST REPAIR.
2013-06-06 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Front counter shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of kitchen shelving/racks by prep table not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of ice machine need cleaning(detailed).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust canopy not clean, needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning.
2012-01-19 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. COOKING HOOD UNCLEAN,MUST CALL SERVICE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; INTERIOR 3 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MA...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. COUNTER TOP BEHIND COFFEE MACHINE AND SOUP AREA UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FOOD CART IN PREP AREA UNCLEAN MUST...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,JOB ORDER TO SEAL CRACKED FLOORS HAS BEEN SUBMITTED,2ND FLR IS USED FOR STORING...
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS ON DISH AREA NEEDS RE CAULKING; WALLS BEHIND ICE MACHINE DIRTY MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. VENT COVER OF 1 COOLER UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
2011-02-28 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener and exterior between equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor on second floor storage area not sealed or maintained. Instructed to install sealant on floor to have non-porous finish.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Supplies in second floor not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
2010-06-21 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST INSTALL SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN FRONT PREP TABLE AND FRONT HANDSINK, AT THIS TIME PREP TABLE IS NOT BEING USED,BREAD ...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: CABINETS UNDER SODA MACHINE,SHELVES UNDER HEATING EQUIPMENT,SHELVES/RACKES FOR ...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS AROUND STORAGE AREA IN MEZZANINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING TILES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH DUST ACCUMULATION,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; MISSING CEILING TILE AT THE MEZZANINE STOREAGE AREA MUST BE REPLACED
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED
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