THE FARM FRESH

Observed paper towels at main kitchen handwashing sink stored outside of dispenser. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers. Repair the dispenser.

Observed three dead adult german cockroaches on a glueboard on the floor between the three compartment sink and dish machine. No other evidence of vermin was observed at the time of inspection. It was also discussed with the PIC that pest control services are conducted every other week. Pest control records were not available for review at the time of inspection. [CA] The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin.

MAJOR VIOLATIONS 1. Observed potatoes stored at ambient temperature at the cooks line measured between 48F-55F. The PIC noted the potatoes were left out for approximately 1.5 hours. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below while cold holding or at 135°F or above while hot holding. [COS] The potatoes were placed in the oven to heat to 165F and subsequently hot hold. 2. Measured one container of bernaise sauce at 80F at ambient temperature placed out approximately 3 hours prior according to the PIC. [CA] Maintain PHF at or below 41F while cold holding. [SA] A timer was started to indicate a discard time for a remaining 1 hour. MINOR VIOLATION Observed ham overstacked in a cold top insert measuring at 41F at the bottom portions of the container and 55F at the top portions. The PIC stated the ham was placed in the unit approximately 1 hour prior. [CA] Maintain PHF at or below 41F while cold holding. [COS] The portions of the ham above 41F were relocated to a separate cold top insert.

Observed pizza installed without a 6 inch minimum overhang around all sides of the ventilation hood. Observed heat damage around walls and ceiling where previous oven was installed. [CA] There shall be a minimum of 6 inches overhang of ventilation hood over cooking equipment.

Observed an ice machine installed outside at the back patio. [CA] All equipment shall be installed in approved locations to protect against contamination. The ice machine shall be installed to be indirectly plumbed to a floor sink.

Observed front rolling windows and front door propped open at start of inspection. [CA] Keep doors and windows closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin. [COS] Windows and doors closed at this time.

A reminder statement and disclosure of foods served raw or undercooked were not indicated on the menu (bernaise sauce and hollandaise sauce that do not use unpasteurized eggs) [CA] I. Reminder must be indicated by an asterisk that denotes a footnote that includes either of the following disclosure statements: (1) Written information regarding the safety of these food items is available upon request. (2) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. II. Disclosure means a written statement that clearly includes either of the following: (1) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “raw-egg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order).” (2) Identification of the animal-derived foods marked by an asterisk denoting a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients

Observed ansul system disconnected for the ventilation hood. Observed flat top grill and oven combo and pizza oven below ventilation hood. A copy of the current work permit from the City of Palo Alto was provided for review for hood and duct fire suppression system installation (Permit Number: 26FDP-00109) Operator noted that pizza oven was replaced with smaller unit. Submit plans to this agency for change of equipment. Due to observable damage on ceiling and walls from heat, an updated air balance test will be requested from this agency. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements.

Facility lacks a metal probe thermometer for use. [CA] An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily available to accurately measure the temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.

Observed door to the restroom is not self-closing. [CA] Install a self-closing device. Toilet rooms shall be separated by well-fitted, self-closing doors that prevent the passage of flies, dust, or odors.

Measured multiple items out of holding temperatures: 1) In the rice cooker, measured rice at 111-119F. Per employee, rice was cooked 1 hour prior to temperature measurement. 2) In the hot holding display case, measured pizza at 92F. Per employee, pizza was cooked 1 hour prior to temperature measurement. 3) In the bar area, measured milk and half & half from 46-48F. Per employee, foods were stored in ice bath at opening less than 4 hours prior to temperature measurement. Observed containers are not fully submerged in ice and ice is melting. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above. [COS] 1) Employee reheated rice to 165F for hot holding in the rice cooker. 2) Employee to discard the pizza within 4 hours. Reviewed TPHC procedures with PIC. 3) Employee added more ice to the tub to fully submerge milk and half & half and facilitate cooling.

Observed wiping cloths stored in a bucket of standing water with no sanitizer. [CA] When not in use, wiping cloths shall be stored in an approved sanitizing concentration. [COS] Employee changed out the sanitizing solution in the bucket.

The atmospheric valve at the mop sink is in disrepair and leaking. [CA] The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device, as required by applicable plumbing codes.

In the restroom near the kitchen the paper towel dispenser is not installed. [CA] Paper towels shall be available in permanently installed dispensers.

Facility lacks the testing materials for their choice of sanitizer, quaternary ammonia and chlorine. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method.

Both restroom doors do not self close completely. [CA] Toilet rooms shall be separated by a well-fitting self-closing door. Adjust, service, or replace the self closing devices.

Chlorine sanitizer test strips are expired. [CA] Provide new chlorine sanitizer test strips.

In the walk in cooler, raw ground beef stored above produce. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below produce and ready-to-eat food items.

In the preparation refrigerator, large container of marinara sauce measured at 50F. Per operator, marinara sauce was left out on counter for multiple pizza orders. Operator stated that marinara was out on counter for less than two hours. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be held cold at 41°F or below. [SA] Marinara sauce was relocated to walk in cooler to rapidly cool down.