SIZZLING EXPRESS, 300 M ST SE, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: SIZZLING EXPRESS
Type: RESTAURANT TOTAL
Address: 300 M ST SE, 20003, Washington DC
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: Oct 06, 2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Oct 06, 2014Complaint01Details / Comments
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Aug 27, 2014Follow-up01Details / Comments
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper hot holding temperatures
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
Aug 18, 2014Follow-up40Details / Comments
  • Correct response to questions
  • Hands clean and properly washed
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper hot holding temperatures
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper date marking & disposition
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
  • Thermometers provided & accurate
  • Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  • Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  • Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Aug 12, 2014Routine811Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. Dec 31, 2013Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Food properly labeled; original container
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Dec 23, 2013Routine13Details / Comments
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Apr 11, 2013Routine03Details / Comments
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Oct 11, 2012Restoration01Details / Comments
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper hot holding temperatures
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
  • Thermometers provided & accurate
  • Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  • Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
  • Personal cleanliness
  • Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  • In-use utensils: properly stored
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Oct 09, 2012Complaint1011Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. Feb 22, 2012Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper date marking & disposition
  • Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  • Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  • Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Feb 09, 2012Complaint55Details / Comments

Oct 06, 2014 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
DC CFPM: IMSOOK LEE, FS-61765, EXP: 03/01/2017
BACK KITCHEN FLOOR HAS BEEN VERY SLIPPERY.
MANAGER OBSERVED WHILE SMOCKING CIGARETTE INSIDE THE OFFICE LOCATED NEXT TO THE BACK KITCHEN.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202) 442 5928

Temperatures
Tuna Salad (Salad Bar) (Cooling)50.0F
Salad Dressing (Salad Bar) (Cooling)51.0F
Chicken (Hot Bar) (Cold Holding)152.0F
Chicken (Hot Bar) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)114.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)112.0F
(Walk-in Refrigerator)41.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)39.0F

Aug 27, 2014 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
METAL STEM THERMOMETER IN ICE WATER READS AT 32 DEGREE F AT VISIT.
5 DAY NOTICE ABATED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 08/18/2014.
RECOMMENDED TO HAVE ADDITIONAL DISH WASHING SINK OR MACHINE.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202) 442 5928

Temperatures
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)119.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)118.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)39.0F
Soup (Crock Pot) (Hot Holding)180.0F
Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cooling)45.0F
Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cooling)50.0F
Ham (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cooling)47.0F
(Walk-in Refrigerator)40.0F
Cole slaw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cooling)45.0F
Taco (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding)181.0F
Chicken Chop (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)191.0F
Chicken (Grill) (Cooking)180.0F

Aug 18, 2014 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
CORRECT ITEM STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS.
5 DAY NOTICE NOT ABATED; 45 DAY NOTICE PENDING FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 08/12/2014.
FAILURE TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS WITHIN STATED TIME MAY RESULT IN FURTHER ACTION TO BE TAKEN.
MOST RECENT PEST EXTERMINATION REPORT: 8/15/2014
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202) 442 5928

Temperatures
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)110.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)110.0F
Cheese (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding)109.0F
Chicken grilled (Grill) (Hot Holding)123.0F
Ground Beef (Hot Holding Unit) (Cold Holding)147.0F
Chicken (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding)149.0F
Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Rice (Grill) (Hot Holding)136.0F
Tofu (Ice) (Cooling)72.0F
(Walk-in Refrigerator)40.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)38.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)44.0F
Chicken baked (Oven) (Cooking)165.0F
Soup (Crock Pot) (Hot Holding)158.0F
Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Beef Patties (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)38.0F

Aug 12, 2014 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
CFPM: IMSOOK LEE, PROMETRIC CERTIFICATE, EXAM DATE: 03/01/2014
CORRECT ITEM STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS.
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45 DAYS.
FACILITY LACKS GENERAL CLEANLINESS. EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDING UP OBSERVED AT SEVERAL PLACES IN THE BACK AND FRONT KITCHEN.
BUSINESS LICENSE EXPIRED ON 04/30/2014.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202) 442 5928

Temperatures
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)110.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)110.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line)110.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet room)110.0F
Turkey (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)48.0F
Ham (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)35.0F
Combo Fish (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Pastrami (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)38.0F
Milk (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Fruit - cut or sliced (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Avocado (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Sour Cream (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)35.0F
Cheese (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)58.0F
(Walk-in Refrigerator)58.0F
Sauce (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)56.0F
Chicken (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)58.0F
Chicken salad (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)51.0F
Tuna Salad (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)52.0F
Apple Salad (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Tofu (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding)121.0F
Rice (Rice Steamer) (Hot Holding)127.0F
Beef Stew (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding)122.0F

Dec 31, 2013 (Follow-up)

Comments:
SANDWICH STATION AND WLK-IN REPAIRD WITH GOOD TEMPERATURE. NOTICE ABATED FROM INSPECTION OF 12/23/2013.
Temperatures
Hot Water118.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)38.0F
Beef (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)38.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)40.0F
(Refrigerator - display)40.0F
Chicken40.0F
Onions raw40.0F
Rice steamed135.0F
Noodles138.0F
Chicken curried140.0F
Mixed Vegetables140.0F

Dec 23, 2013 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
CFPM; STEVEN KIM 48133 EXP 04/12/2014. CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS. QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MS. COLEMAN AT 202-442-5928.
Temperatures
Hot Water120.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)56.0F
(Refrigerator - counter top)42.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)40.0F
(Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)60.0F
Chicken jerked136.0F
Beans140.0F
Mixed Vegetables140.0F
Noodles132.0F
Potatoes142.0F
Tuna42.0F
Lettuce46.0F
Fruit - cut or sliced42.0F
Onions raw48.0F
Tomatoes sliced48.0F
Ham46.0F
Onions raw50.0F

Apr 11, 2013 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
FOR QUESTIONS CALL MS COLEMAN AT 202-442-5928
Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)117.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)116.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)37.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)38.0F
Soup (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)175.0F
Cole slaw (Refrigerator - display) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Milk (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)40.0F

Oct 11, 2012 (Restoration)


Violations: Comments:
The following items were abated:802.1 (a)(1),1900.1,1502.1,1005.1 (a),1005 (b),3400.1 (b),3210.1 (c),1901.5 (d),810.1 (e),2800.1(c),816.1 (c),3008.1 (b)2,3201.1,1400.1 (b),3301.1,1524.2,502.1,2414.1,812.2 (b),and 1900.3.

Pest control services provide on Oct. 9 and 10, 2012.Pest control plan provided.

No hot food available for temp.Discussed proper hot holding procedures with owner.

Premises in compliance.Permission granted to reopen.Current restaurant license obtained on 10/10/2012.

If you have any questions,please contact the Area Supervisor Jacqueline R. Coleman on (202)442-5928.

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing sink - deli section)112.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)110.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)40.0F
(Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding)38.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)37.0F

Oct 09, 2012 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
The employee health policy for the prevention of foodborne illness is on file and was reviewed.

Thermocouple in ice & water: 33 degrees Fahrenheit

The establishment must complete and provide a ''Corrective Plan-of-action for Pest Infestation Violations.'' I provided the establishment with a copy of the form.

CEASE AND DESIST OPERATIONS IMMEDIATELY

SUMMARY SUSPENSION (In order for the license to be restored, a re-inspection fee of $100 during normal business hours or $400 during nonbusinsess hours must be paid and all items must be abated and approved by the Department of Health.)

If you have any questions, please call Area Supervisor, Mr. RONNIE TAYLOR, at 202-442-9037.

Temperatures
Honey Baked Ham (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)162.0F
Rosemary Potato (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)126.0F
Singapore Noodle Shrimp (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)141.0F
Spicy Chicken Kabob (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)93.0F
Fish fried (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)113.0F
Teriyaki Chicken Kabob (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)109.0F
Creamy Chicken Pasta (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)143.0F
Macaroni and cheese (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Spinach Casserole (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)145.0F
BBQ Ribs (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)108.0F
Spicy Chicken Wings (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)135.0F
Spicy Chicken Wings (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)115.0F
Sweet Potatoes (Steam Table) (Preparation)145.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)144.0F
Fried Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)138.0F
Chili Shrimp (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)135.0F
Black Bean Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)127.0F
Hunan Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)98.0F
Hot Pepper Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)103.0F
Hot Pepper Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)117.0F
Chicken and Broccoli (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)103.0F
Sesame Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)123.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)113.0F
Hot Water (2-compartment sink)113.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)113.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)36.0F
Rice (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)42.0F
Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)29.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)51.0F
Chicken raw (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)27.0F
Chicken raw (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)49.0F
Raw Beef (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)34.0F
(Freezer - walk-in)-1.0F
Ham (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Ham (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Turkey sliced (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cooling)50.0F
Cheddar Cheese (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cooling)49.0F
Turkey sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)53.0F
Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)52.0F
Tuna Salad (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)52.0F
Roast Beef (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)51.0F
Chicken salad (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)49.0F
Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)57.0F
Rice (Rice Steamer) (Hot Holding)158.0F
Rice (Rice Steamer) (Hot Holding)162.0F
Tofu (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)114.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)143.0F
Beef (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Chicken Noodle Soup (Soup Warmer) (Hot Holding)193.0F
Hot & Sour Soup (Soup Warmer) (Hot Holding)153.0F
Beef and Vegetable Soup (Soup Warmer) (Hot Holding)163.0F
Lettuce Iceberg (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)53.0F
Lettuce romaine (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)47.0F
Eggs boiled (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Tuna Salad (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)47.0F
Egg Salad (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)46.0F
Cole slaw (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)48.0F
Honeydew Melons (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)51.0F
Cantaloupes (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Watermelon (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female)111.0F

Feb 22, 2012 (Follow-up)

Comments:
CFPM: STEVEN KIM FS-48133 EXP 04/10/2014. EXTERMINATER (GPC) SERVED ON 02/10/2012. NOTICE ABATED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 02/09/2012. QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MS. JACQUELING COLEMAN AT 202-442-5928.
Temperatures
Hot Water112.0F
Steamed Rice133.0F
Chicken Teriyaki140.0F
Fruit - cut or sliced45.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)42.0F
(Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)42.0F
Soup143.0F
(Freezer - walk-in)17.0F

Feb 09, 2012 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
CFH:09/26/2013 FS:46683 Imsook Lee.
Correct stated itmes within 5 days
Correct stated items within 45 days
If you have any questions,please call area supervisor Mrs. Jacqueline coleman at (202)442-5928

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing sink - deli section)120.0F
Sweet Potatoes (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)145.0F
Rice (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Fried Rice (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)156.0F
Turkey sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Roast Beef (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Turkey Roasted (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)165.0F
Macaroni and cheese (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)147.0F
Beef and Broccoli (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)145.0F
Tuna Salad (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)47.0F
Tuna Pasta Salad (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Chicken grilled (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)60.0F
Noodles (Hot Buffet) (Cold Holding)145.0F
General Tsao Chicken (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)154.0F
Waldorf chicken salad (Salad Bar) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Orange Chicken (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)178.0F
Lasagna (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)168.0F
(Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)38.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.0F
(Freezer - walk-in)-12.0F
(Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)40.0F
Ribs (Hot Buffet) (Hot Holding)149.0F

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