MAR 26
2020
PASSED
5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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5600 W LOVERS LN #109 · BLUFFVIEW, DALLAS
Last inspected March 26, 2020 · passed
7 of 7 inspections passed. 17 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
7
7 passed
VIOLATIONS
48
includes 17 critical
RECORDS COVER
3 YEARS
since Mar 2017
INSPECTION HISTORY
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed chemical spray bottles with no label
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
No RFSM on site
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Observed wiping cloth buckets on floor
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Seal hand sink to wall
*47 Handwashing signage
Replace unreadable hand wash sign
OCT 312019PASSED11 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 31
2019
PASSED
11 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 43.8 degrees F, parmesean cheese 44 degrees F.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
observed raw shelled eggs over RTE foods
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed several spray bottles without labels
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed filling pitcher from hand sink. Hand sink for hand washing only.
*35 Hair Restraints effective
Observed employees prepping sandwiches with no hair restraint.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
observed towel used under cutting board.
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed clean plates contaminated with dust and food debris.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed cup used as scoop in dry ingredients. Scoop must have handle and stick out of product.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Observed dry ingredient containers incorrectly labeled and not labeled.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed shelf with dust and food debris under and around microwave.
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
Observed gap at back door
APR 292019PASSED12 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 29
2019
PASSED
12 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Observed chemical spray bottle next to clean dishes - cos.
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
Do not have test strips for the microbial fruit/vegetable.
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
RTE must be date marked.
*32 Equipment has cracks and corners
Remove damaged plastic containers (bowls)
*34 Pest Control
Dead roach observed in sanitizing water of 3-compartment sink. Eliminate roaches.
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed heavy dust build-up on air vents - food prep area.
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria (70 degrees Fahrenheit) or below;
Observed thawing raw shrimp out at room temperature inside 3-compartment sink.
*40 Reuse of single service articles
Do not reuse single use food containers.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Vent hood filters - dirty underneath vent hood. Clean inside of ingredient container - residue seen. Clean all the interior/exterior of cooking equipment.
*43 Light - 10 foot : Walk-in, Dry storage
Replace blown-out light - dry storage room
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair leak underneath hand sink/3-compartment sink. Repair leak underneath water sprayer (PVC piping). Repair/unclog drain at 3-compartment sink. Low grout seen on flooring throughout kitchen area.
*47 Other Violations
New ownership - apply for new permit with the City of Dallas Department of Code Compliance as soon as possible.
OCT 162018PASSED3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 16
2018
PASSED
3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
clean the inside of the ice machine thoroughly; thoroughly clean the soda gun nozzle holster inside the bar
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw eggs stored on the second shelf from the top; must be at the bottom of the reach in cooler
MAR 152018PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 15
2018
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
*10 Sanitization after Cleaning
*37 Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
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SEP 222017PASSED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 22
2017
PASSED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
Raw turkey and salad store together
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
cheese. 53° F
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
0 ppm chlorine
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
cheese
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
fans in WIC
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
MAR 162017PASSED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 16
2017
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
provide cover for all food containers
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
observed raw eggs and meat store together
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
all food in ric
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*18 Chemical separate by spacing - Retail Sale
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