Kumo Hibachi & Sushi Restaurant, Inc.

Observed Tempura batter mix in a silver pan not covered with a string of hair in it in main kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC discarded Tempura batter mix.

Observed white prep boards being used to cut raw meats with visible stains and cuts that are not cleanable. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as prep boards. PIC will be purchasing new white prep boards to cut raw meats.

Observed no consumer advisory for all raw/undercooked food items. CA: Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)4(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. The disclosure and reminder statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. PIC will add a consumer advisory for all raw/uncooked food items.

Observed a single-use Liquid Margarine container being used to store ginger sauce in reach cooler. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will be getting food grade containers to store ginger sauce in reach in cooler.

Observed no chlorine test strips readily accessible at the 3-compartment sink in the kitchen area. CA: In manual warewashing operations, a temperature measuring device shall be provided and readily accessible for frequently measuring the washing and sanitizing temperatures. PIC will purchase chlorine test strips for the 3-compartment sink in the kitchen area.

Observed an accumulation of water on floor in walk in cooler. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will be cleaning water from floor in walk in cooler.

Observed egg rolls in the RIC not covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have egg rolls covered.

Observed wontons and shrimp in the RIF not covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have wontons and shrimp covered.

Observed black build up on the drink nozzles on the drink machine at the front of the facility. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. PIC will have drink nozzles cleaned.

Observed frozen chicken in the meat sink not being properly thawed. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Completely submerged under running water: At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below. COS PIC turned the water on at the meat sink.

Observed 5 gallon soy sauce buckets being used to store breading. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will have breading transferred to other food grade containers.

Observed cardboard boxes lining the shelf of the prep table and one cardboard box in the WIC lining the self. CA: Refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents. COS PIC removed the cardboard boxes from the shelves.

Observed wet mop sitting in bucket in kitchen area. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. COS PIC hung mop up to dry in kitchen area.

Observed zucchini, mushrooms, and broccoli uncovered in RIC in kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have employee to cover zucchini, mushrooms, and broccoli in RIC in kitchen area.

Observed raw shrimp left uncovered in silver pan on prep table in middle of kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC had employee to cover raw shrimp in silver pan on prep table in middle of kitchen area.

Observed egg rolls and crab meat uncovered in RIC in kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have employee to cover egg rolls and crab meat in kitchen area.

Observed shrimp and tempura uncovered in RIF in kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have employee to cover shrimp and tempura in RIF in kitchen area.

Observed crab rangoons uncovered in RIF in back area of the facility. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have employee to cover crab rangoons in back area of the facility.

Observed wet mop sitting in bucket in kitchen area. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have employee to hang mop up to dry in kitchen area.

Observed no employee handwashing sign in women restroom. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will have employee to post employee handwashing sign in women restroom.

Observed old 5 gallon soy sauce buckets being used to store other sauces. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will purchase food grade containers to store other sauces in.

Observed color-coded prep boards with uncleanable stains. CA: Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. PIC will purchase new prep boards.

Observed uncleanable white prep boards behind sushi bar towards the front of the facility. CA: Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. PIC will be purchasing a new prep board behind sushi bar towards the front of the facility.

Observed an accumulation of dust on vent hood near back area of kitchen. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have employee to clean vent hood near back area of the facility.

Observed rangoons, egg rolls, shrimp, and dumplings not covered in the RIF in the main kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC had employee to cover food items in the RIF.

Observed old 5 gallon soy sauce buckets being used to store other sauces. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will have sauces and other food products stored in food grade containers.

Observed employee washing hands in vegetable sink. Informed employee that is not allowed and can cause cross-contamination. Employee washed hands at employee handwashing sink in main kitchen area. Employee will also sanitize sink before use.

Observed most current inspection report not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will ensure most current inspection report is prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away by today.

Observed handle in raw chicken up in prep top cooler in front area of facility. PIC had employee to put handle up in raw chicken in prep top cooler in front area of facility.

Observed single-use service item (large mayonnaise buckets) being used to store sauce. PIC will be purchasing food grade buckets to store sauce in by today.

Observed black build-up in Pepsi drink nozzle machine in front area of facility. PIC will clean and sanitize drink nozzle machine in front area of facility by today.

Observed several food items in RIF, RIC, and WIC without proper date marking. COS PIC labeled and date marked all several food items properly in RIF, RIC, and WIC.

Observed 2 cans of cleaning substances stored on shelf with single-use service articles. COS PIC removed 2 cans of cleaning substances from shelf with single-use service articles and stored them properly on shelf for toxic substances only in back area of facility.

Observed food in RIC, RIF, and WIC not properly labeled with common names. COS PIC labeled common foods immediately with common names.

Observed wet wiping cloths not stored properly throughout facility. PIC will store wet wiping cloths properly throughout facility by today.

Observed no choking poster posted in the dining area of the facility that is visible to consumers. PIC will post choking poster in the dining area of the facility that is visible to consumers by today.

Observed 2 unapproved RIFs in back area of facility. PIC will have until 07/26/2023 to have 2 unapproved RIFs in back area of facility replaced with commercial grade RIFs.

Observed storage containers that are not food grade containers being utilized to store potato starch, salt, and sugar in back area of facility. PIC will purchase food grade containers to store potato starch, salt, and sugar in back area of facility by today.

Observed Hibachi Rice being stored in trash can container. Informed PIC that Hibachi Rice needs to be stored in a food grade container immediately. PIC stated that he will order a large food grade container to store Hibachi Rice immediately.

Observed no test strips readily accessible at 3 compartment sink. PIC stated that he has ordered test strips for 3 compartment sink and they should be in soon.