PIZZERIA AZZURRI @ BROWNS BRIDGE

Inspector observed both main kitchen hand sinks blocked. (HS adjacent to cookline blocked by a cart with margarine mix)(HS adjacent to the Dish Pit blocked by extra-large tub of sugar) COS PIC relocated the items blocking the hand sinks and retrained staff on hand sink accessibility. CA: 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.

Inspector observed exterior doors with light showing around the seams. Inspector observed rear exterior doors with self-closers in disrepair. CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

Inspector observed clean utensils not inverted on the drying rack. COS PIC inverted the utensils. CA: 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and (ii) Covered or inverted.

Inspector observed cutting boards heavily scored. Inspector observed cutting boards and pizza paddles stained with dark speckled spots. CA: Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they cannot be resurfaced.

Inspector observed restroom #1 door (closest to the bar) not self-closing and door open. Inspector observed restroom #2 door partially self-closing and door open. COS PIC closed restroom doors. CA: Except during cleaning and maintenance operations, toilet room doors as specified under subsection (2)(l) of this Rule shall be kept closed.

Inspector observed wall behind fryer with a buildup of grease. Inspector observed the ceiling and ceiling vents throughout the main kitchen with a buildup of dust. Inspector observed wall and air curtain at the rear exterior kitchen door with a buildup of dust. CA: (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Inspector observed buttermilk stored in low boy reach-in cooler (location: between front hand sink and soda machine) with an expiration date of May 23, 2025. COS - PIC discarded. Corrective action: Expired TCS foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date.

Inspector observed floors, walls, and ceiling dirty with built up grime, food residue, and dust respectively. Corrective action: Clean as often as necessary to avoid accumulations of soil, food residue, and dust.

Inspector observed floor, floor tiles, and wall tiles throughout kitchen in disrepair. Corrective action: Floors and walls shall be in good repair, smooth, and easily cleaned.

Floors, walls, and ceiling dirty with built up grime, food residue, and dust respectively. Advise PIC to deep clean facility and add deep cleans to their cleaning routine.

Floors and parts of walls in disrepair. Advise PIC to repair floor so it is easily cleaned and repair walls including floor coving.

Floors, Walls, and Ceilings are dirty. Advised PIC to clean more thoroughly.

Floors need to be commercial grade, non-absorbent, durable, and easily cleanable. Many cracks in flooring and several floor tiles need to be replaced.