SATSUMA RESTAURANT

Time marking for sushi rice is not available. Per the manager, a log kept previously on the wall was removed and hasn't been replaced yet. Temperature of the rice still above 135. [CA] When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, PHFs shall be time marked to indicate when item is removed from temperature control, discarded if not consumed or served within 4 hours, and written procedures shall be readily available for review. [COS] Manager time marked the rice to discard after 4 hours.

Old rodent dropping observed below the dishwasher. Per the manager, facility is serviced biweekly, pest reports were provided for review. [CA] Clean and sanitize areas of old droppings.

Cleanser and sanitary towels are not available at the front hand sink by the sushi prep area. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers.[COS]

CO2 tank stored in tea prep area is not secured to a rigid structure. [CA] All pressurized cylinders shall be securely fastened to a rigid structure.

Chlorine test strips are not available. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.

Wet soiled wiping cloths are left on counter. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

Inside the walk in cooler : raw chicken stored directly above raw salmon used for sushi. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

Substance buildup on the exterior of ice machine panel. [CA] Clean and sanitize routinely.

Chlorine test strips are not available [CA] - Provide chlorine test strips to check sanitizer levels

Rear handwash sinks observed without soap and paper towels in dispensers [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers [SA] - paper towels restocked, a portable soap dispenser was provided.

Thermometer not available to reach in unit across hood. [CA] - Provide accurate thermometers to all refrigeration units Probe thermometer not available [CA] - Provide an accurate probe thermometer to measure food temperatures. Recommend digital

Found old, dry rodent feces in back corner floor by mechanical dishwasher [CA] - Clean and sanitize area of old droppings. Manager stated a hole was sealed and no rodent activity, last Orkin service was on 12/9/24.

Observed light fixtures without covers, in kitchen and under hood [CA] - Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is unpackaged foods, clean equipment, utensils, linens, or unwrapped single use articles. Light fixture above 3-compartmetn sink is inoperable. [CA] In every room and area in which any food is prepared, manufactured, processed or prepackaged or in which equipment or utensils are cleaned, sufficient natural or artificial lighting shall be provided.