Longhorn Steakhouse #5089

Observed utensils located in the employee handwashing sink. CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. PIC removed the utensils from the sink.

Observed flour in a storge container not labeled with the common name. CA: Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. PIC labeled the container.

Observed the table under the oven not free from an accumulation of debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC had the table cleaned.

Observed the RICs not free from an accumulation of food debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the RICs cleaned.

Observed the dumpster area not free from an accumulation of debris. CA: Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. PIC will have the dumpster area cleaned.

Observed TCS foods (cheese and tomatoes) on the prep top cooler not being held at 41 degrees or below. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC replaced the food items that were out of temperature.

Observed the floor in the kitchen not free from an accumulation of debris. 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 have the floor cleaned.

Observed residue on ice machine lid. CA: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: Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed that the sanitizer at the dishwasher was below 50 ppm. CA: A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or 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. PIC fixed sanitizer solution.

Observed shrimp skewers in walk in cooler with discard date 03/06/25. CA:A date marking system that meets the criteria stated in paragraphs 1 and 2 of this subsection may include: Marking the date or day of preparation, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded. PIC discarded shrimp skewers.

Observed spinach and bagged cheese thawing improperly not under running water. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Completely submerged under running water. PIC removed thawed items from the sink.

Observed RIC near microwave and RIC near prep top not clean to sight or touch. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.PIC will have equipment cleaned.

Observed the ceiling in the women's restroom not in good repair. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling repaired.

Observed floor in the kitchen in need of cleaning. CA: Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. 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 have floors cleaned.

Observed cucumbers and tomatoes not covered in RIC. 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 covered the items.

Observed food items not being stored 6 inches off the floor in the WIF. CA: Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. PIC had the food items placed on the shelf.

Observed table and RIC not clean to sight or touch. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. PIC will have the equipment cleaned.

Observed the ceiling in the women's restroom not in good repair. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling repaired.

Observed the walls and floor in the kitchen not free from an accumulation of food debris. CA: Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. 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 have the walls and floor cleaned.

Observed a light shield missing in the WIC. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC will have the shield replaced.

Observed uncovered food items (ice,butter, and bacon) on counter, in reach in cooler, and ice bins. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-.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 covered food items.

Observed no hot water available at one sink in men's restroom. CA: 2.Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC will have the hot water repaired.

Observed the ice scoop handling touching the ice.CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. PIC removed ice scoop.

Observed dumpster lids and grease trap not closed and tight fitting due to them not being closed. CA: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment.PIC closed dumpster and grease trap closed.