LA STREGA CUCINA ITALIANA AND STEAKHOUSE

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over octopus, also raw beef over raw lobster. Operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gum soiled.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drainage in hand sink located at soda station. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees Jaydervel Labrada.

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at the coffee station. Soap was replaced it. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked ground beef under 41°F no covered in walk in cooler. Operator properly covered. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen salmon thawing at room temperature on preparation sink, operator placed back to walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over cook octopus in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on kitchen floor.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensils in standing water at 79° F. Operator discarded it. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. By the cook line.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled at the cook line.

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled located at the beginning of the cook line.

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch while preparing food. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping towel inside hand wash sink. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed octopus cases on walk in freezer floor. Operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine located at the bar area with chlorine sanitation solutions at 0 ppm, operator prime the sanitizer, recheck 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container, metal drainer inside hand wash sink, operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside salt container, operator properly stored during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of chicken on walk in freezer floor, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Carpaccio.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Observed approximately 7+ ceiling tiles missing inside the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-29: During the time of the callback inspection observed approximately 7 ceiling tiles missing inside the kitchen. Time Extended