K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen foodFound imitation crab thawing on shelf at cooks line. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.
K44: Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing1. Found exterior screen door with gaps greater than 1/4 inch. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.
2. Found several unused items in storage room and service area. [CA] Remove any unused equipment and de-clutter facility.
K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: LIVE cockroaches in the following areas: kitchen area (2 door reach in gasket, walls around metal shelves, behind refrigeration unit, below warewash sink, flooring in kitchen area) and at sushi bar (wooden compartments).
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani Sircar.
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Vivi & Jianhao, has been informed that the facility must close immediately.
[CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed.
Requirements Before Reopening:
1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector.
2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
Minor:
1. Found DEAD cockroaches in the following areas: in 2 door reach in, under cooking equipment, under refrigeration unit and under dish machine. [CA] Eliminate all evidence of DEAD cockroach. Clean and sanitize all effected areas.