The Half Shell Oyster Bar & Hotdog Shop, Inc.

Observed the following foods in the reach-in-cooler not holding at safe cold holding temperatures of 41F or below. Cooked pork 48F, Coleslaw 46F, Baked potato 45F, Crab dip 43F, Baked beans 43F, Cooked pasta 45F, Potato wedges 48F, Hush puppies 47F. All foods discarded during inspection.

Observed heavy brown/black/pink accumulation on ice drop area of ice machine and black spotted accumulation along the walls in the ice machine. Ice machine should be clean frequently to prevent build-up and accumulation.

Observed chlorine sanitizing solution in three compartment sink testing above 100ppm. Sanitizing solution discarded to be remade during inspection.

Observed back doors propped open for ventilation. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. Door closed during inspection.

Observed heavy buildup/accumulation of food/debris on equipment, food/nonfood contact surfaces.

Observed handwashing sink used to store a bag of frozen shrimp. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Bag of shrimp removed during inspection.

Observed heavy buildup on food contact surfaces/containers. Food containers discarded during inspection.

Observed multiple bulk containers of foods such as chili, gumbo, red beans and rice, cocktail sauce without date labels. Foods discarded during inspection.

Observed tuna dip with (11/16/2025) and a box of oysters (11/18/2026) expired past use by date. Items discarded during inspection.

Observed frozen hotdogs thawing in hotdog warmer, a bag of shrimp in sink without running water. Hotdogs and shrimp placed in refrigerator during inspection.

Observed heavy buildup/accumulation of food/debris on equipment, food/nonfood contact surfaces.

Observed all TCS food in reach-in cooler stored above 41F, including but not limited to: shredded cheese 55F, tuns 52F, cut leafy greens 52F, coleslaw 59F, pork brisket 50F, beef 54F, crab dip 57F, and banana pudding 54F. All TCS food discarded during inspection.

Observed mop leaning against handwash sink in main kitchen area. Handwash sinks shall remain accessible at all times. Mop relocated during inspection.

Observed employee personal food and items stored on food prep surfaces, in the reach-in cooler in and around consumer foods. All items/foods moved during inspection.

Observed the following foods not holding at or below safe cold holding temperature of 41F. On the counter top: Coleslaw 46F, Diced Tomatoes 52F, Shredded Cheese 49F and Parmesan Cheese 47F. All food items discarded during inspection.

Observed drink without lid stored on food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee discarded to-go cup during inspection.

Observed multiple boxes of oysters stored beyond Best Used By Date of 3/17/25. Employee discarded oysters during inspection.

Observed storage shed with doors open without pest control device in place to prevent pest entrance. Doors closed during inspection.

Observed drink without lid stored on food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee place lid and straw on to-go cup during inspection.

Observed handwashing sink blocked by package of raw chicken. Chicken removed during inspection.

Observed a pack of cigarettes, lighter and chemical container stored on top of food prep surface. Items removed during inspection.

Observed back door propped open without pest control device in place to prevent pest entrance. Door closed during inspection.

Observed raw hamburger stored behind raw shellfish. Raw hamburger moved during inspection.

Observed employee drinking in food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee place lid and straw on to-go cup during inspection.

Observed handwashing sink blocked by food container. Food container moved during inspection.

Observed employee vape pin on food contact surface. Vape pin moved during inspection.

Observed potato salad past the use by date of 6/25/24. Potato salad discarded during inspection.

Observed two containers of shell stock without tag. Shell stock discarded during inspection.

Observed frozen container of stew not thawed using an approved process. Stew moved to reach-in cooler during inspection.

Observed employee not wearing beard net.

Observed most recent inspection report of a 74 not posted.

Observed employee personal food and items stored on food prep surfaces, in the reach-in cooler in and around consumer foods. All items/foods moved during inspection.

Observed multiple tags without dates recorded. The identity of the source of shellstock that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag

Observed the following foods not holding at or below safe cold holding temperature of 41F. In the reach in cooler: Raw chicken 46F, and 47F, On the counter top Coleslaw 52F and Pimento cheese 54F. All food items discarded during inspection.

Observed employee drink on food prep surface. Drink discarded during inspection.

Observed no handwashing cleanser available at handwashing sink in kitchen. Hand cleanser made available during inspection.

Observed a can of glass cleaner and container of disinfectant wipes on food prep surface. Glass cleaner and disinfectant wipes moved during inspection.

Observed a bag of shrimp in the handwashing sink. Bag removed during inspection.

Observed a bucket of fish thawing on the side of the sink. PIC moved bucket into reach-in cooler.

Observed employee belongings on food prep surface. Items removed during inspection.