ZOO BAR CAFE, 3000 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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| No violation noted during this evaluation. | May 20, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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May 05, 2014 | Routine | 3 | 6 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 29, 2013 | Follow-up | 2 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 12, 2013 | Routine | 3 | 5 | Details / Comments |
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Jul 19, 2012 | Follow-up | 3 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 14, 2012 | Routine | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
May 20, 2014 (Follow-up)
Comments:ALL ITEMS ARE ABATED
FOR QUESTIONS CALL MR TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 117.0F |
May 05, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Employee was observed drinking from an uncovered container in the food preparation area. (Corrected On Site) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
hand wash sink inside of the kitchen blocked (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).coleslaw on the sandwich unit above 41 - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)Temp of the hot water inside of the dishwasher at 82 degrees. - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)no temp gage on the dishwasher - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips provided to measure the concentration of sanitizing solution(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
cooking units contain grease and debris(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Sewage & waste water properly disposed
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)garbage disposal stored inside of the 3-comp sink. - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)grease and debris on the floors and walls inside of the kitchen
No copy of the grease contaract on premises at time of call.
Correct stated items within 5days
Correct stated itmes within 45days
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Cole slaw (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Meatballs (Crock Pot) (Hot Holding) | 138.0F |
| Hamburger Patty Raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Spinach Dip (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Chicken Wings (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Black Bean soup (Soup Warmer) (Hot Holding) | 144.0F |
| Chicken baked (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Turkey sliced (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Beef Patties (Grill) (Cooking) | 170.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 39.4F |
| (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) | 39.5F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
Apr 29, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).(REPEAT) - Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Garbage disposal connected to the drain of one of the compartments in the 3-compartment sink. (REPEAT)
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 5-DAY NOTICES CITED AT PREVIOUS INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 4/12/13 (25 DCMR 1005.1, 2602.1)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN:202-535-2180).
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 112.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 113.0F |
| Cole slaw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Hamburger Patty Raw (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 42.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 44.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 34.0F |
| Chili (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Rice (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 53.0F |
| Chicken (pulled barbeque) (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 52.0F |
| Black Beans (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 53.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 10.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 0.0F |
Apr 12, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink at bar. - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Soda nozzle at bar found unclean. (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Personal cleanliness
Food employee observed not wearing a hair restraint while working with food. (Corrected On Site) - Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Single use containers being reused for food storage. - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips provided to measure the concentration of sanitizing solution(s).(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Garbage disposal is installed directly into the 3-compartment sink and not in the drain board.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Light bulbs unsheilded in food preparation area.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5- AND 45-DAYS AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 110.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 38.8F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 51.0F |
| Rice (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 51.0F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 52.0F |
| Macaroni and cheese (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Cole slaw (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 0.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -8.0F |
| Mayonnaise (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Salad Dressing (Ice) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 44.0F |
| Guacamole (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| blue cheese (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 49.0F |
Jul 19, 2012 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
UNCLEAN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS (Corrected On Site)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
Most recent pest control service date: 06/11/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 100.1°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 121.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 120.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| Bacon (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Beef Patties (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Lettuce Iceberg (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 121.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 121.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - open display) | 41.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Beef raw/ground (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
Jun 14, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
UNCOVERED FOOD ITEMS FOUND IN THE REACH-IN COOLER (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
SOME COLD FOOD ITEMS IN THE OPEN COOLER DISPLAY ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED FOOD ITEMS IN THE REACH-IN COOLERS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARD IS NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES, IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED OR RESURFACED(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
CFPM EDITH LOPEZ FS- 48684 EXP. 06/04/2014
Consumer advisory notice printed on menu.
Corrected stated items within 5days and 45days
Most recent pest control service date: 06/07/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 107.1°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 119.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 123.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 125.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 121.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 38.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 40.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
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