SOUTHERN GROVE

Observed a very wobbly handwashing sink faucet in the kitchen area near dishwasher. Hot and cold water running ok. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. Discussed with PIC to repair the faucet.

Observed no handle on the prep top cooler across from the stove. CA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Discussed with PIC to replace the handle.

Observed chlorine dishwasher at the bar not sanitizing dishes and measuring ~0ppm chlorine after a few dishwasher running attempts.

CA: A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions, and shall be used as follows: A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; Concentration/Range/Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less; oF (oC); PH 8 or less; oF (oC)

25-49 / 120 (49) / 120 (49) 50-99 / 100 (38) / 75 (24) 100 / 55 (13) / 55 (13)

Discussed with PIC to have the dishwasher serviced and use the three compartment sink until then.

Observed 4 jugs of one gallon milk with expired manufacturer dates (3 jugs expired on August 4th, 2025 and 1 jug expired on August 3rd, 2025). CA: Milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date.

COS: PIV voluntarily discarded the expired milk.

Observed two large dead roaches in the kitchen behind reach in cooler and cooking equipment.

CA: Dead insects, and other pests shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

Discussed with PIC to make sure pests are removed from the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

Observed no paper towels or hand soap at the hand sink at the bar at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that hand sinks shall be fully stocked at all times with hand soap and paper towels and/or hand drying provision. COS- PIC provided hand soap and paper towels for hand sink.

Observed cell phone on food contact surface (cutting board). Discussed with PIC that cell phones shall never be stored on food contact surfaces. COS- PIC removed cell phone and sanitized cutting board.

Observed cutting board with deep grooves and unable to be properly cleaned and sanitized properly. CA: food contact surfaces shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. Discussed with PIC that the cutting board shall not be used until it is repaired or replaced.

Observed waffle maker, blender and dishes stored unclean. Discussed with PIC that food contact shall be stored clean. Discussed with PIC to clean and cover dishes that are not in use.

Observed black build up in spray nozzles at the bar. Discussed with PIC to clean nozzles regularly and by sight and touch to prevent build up. COS- PIC cleaned spray nozzle.

Observed TCS food stored in WIC not date marked. Discussed with PIC to date mark all TCS food held over 24 hrs.

Observed fruit flies in bar area.