Tbs African Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2013
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Inspectors have visited Tbs African Restaurant 13 times, with records going back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2013. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Tbs African Restaurant's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 9, 2013; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Apr 9, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES,(REMOVE CARDBOARD COVERINGS FROM EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALLS AT 2ND FLOOR DINING AREA.
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Apr 2, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY INSIDE THE STORAGE ROOM, OVER 60 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED ON THE FLOOR AND ALONG THE WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AREA AND SEAL ANY OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES,(REMOVE CARDBOARD COVERINGS FROM EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS NOTED ON FLOORS, MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND, EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT THE PREP AREA, CLOSETS/STORAGE ROOMS AND THRU-OUT 2ND FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PAINT WALLS AT 2ND FLOOR DINING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE 3PART SINK AT THE PREP AREA AND INSIDE THE WASHROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AT THE 2ND FLOOR OR TO CLEAN AND COVER TO PREVENT CLUTTER AND PEST HARBORAGE.
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Sep 5, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER NOT MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURE SUCH, JOLLOF RICE AT 70F, MEAT PIE AT 68.9F, EGGS AT 68.6F, BEEF AT 68.2F, BEEF TRIPE AT 46.5F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 61.7F, GOAT AT 31.9F, SOUP WITH MEAT AND MELON SEED. INSTRUCTTED MANAGER THAT ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID WORTH $500.00 TOTAL 80 LBS. 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER TEMPERATURE AT 36.4F. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH JOLLOF RICE, CAT FISH, MEAT WITH FRIED FISH, MARINATED OKRA SOUP, BLACK EYE PEAS ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. VICTORIA ONAMUSI ARRIVED ON SITE AT 2:30PM WHILE WE WERE STILL DOING THE INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED BY 10/9/12.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED BY 10/9/2012.
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Jul 9, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL WIRE RACK SHELVINGS IN THE PREP AREA, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL CART IN THE PREP AREA, ALL DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS, WASHBOWL SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM,ALL PREP TABLE AND INSIDE ALL REACH IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE, ALL CORNER IN THE PREP AREA, STORAGE ROOM, REAR AREA CLOSE TO THE STAIR GOING TO THE 2ND FLOOR, FLOOR BY THE DISHWASHING AREA, BOTH STORAGE ROOM IN THE 2ND FLOOR. ELEVATE ALL ARTICLES IN BOTH STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS OUTSIDE BOTH WASHROOM 2ND FLOOR,NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING. CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOM 2ND FLOOR,WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE REAR AREA BY THE STAIR GOING TO THE 2ND FLOOR. EMPTY CONTAINERS, ALUMINUM DISHES,ETC. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVINGS TO STORE ALL EMPTY CONTAINERS AND ALUMINUM DISHES.
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Dec 30, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 21, 2011
License
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND ALONG WALLS INSIDE CLOSET, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE AREA AND SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, MICROWAVE OVENS AND STORAGE CARTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST RESEAL FLOORS IN KITCHEN AND DISH WASHING AREA AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING 2ND FLOOR DINING AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAINT WALLS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND DISH WASHING AREA, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES SAME AREAS, AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT 2ND FLOOR DINING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKING PIPES UNDER 3PART SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER THRU-OUT CLOSET, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Apr 27, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ON STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE AND REMOVE CARDBOARDS FROM SHELVING UNIT IN DISH WASHING AREA, CLEAN-SANITIZE; FREEZERS, AND CABINETS, INCLUDING CABINETS IN WASHROOMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN STORAGE ROOMS AND WASHROOMS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT 2ND FLOOR DINING ROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3PART SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM STORAGE ROOMS, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Aug 26, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 23, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that prepare, sell, or store hot food shall have adequate hot food storage facilities. OBSERVED A STEAM TABLE USING (DIETHYLENE GLYCOL) BURNERS OR PICNIC BURNERS WHICH CONTAINED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOTED IN VIOLATION #3 AT MEASURED TEMPERATURE OF 101.6 DEGREES F. TEMPERATURES VARIED WITH PLACEMENT OF BURNERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A CONSISTENT HEAT SOURCE TO MAINTAIN PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. CITATION #63802-12
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND 2 TYPES OF COOKED RICE, COLLARD GREENS MIXED WITH CHOPPED VEGETABLES, CHOPPED AND COOKED PLANTAINS AND COOKED YAMS IN SAUCE AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 103.6 - 120.9 DEGREES F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DIPOSE AND DENATURE. MANAGER COMPLIED. TOTAL WEIGHT LBS, VALUE $ ALL WEIGHTS AND VALUES ARE APPROXIMATIONS. CITATION #63802-12.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS PER CITY CODE. CITATION #63803 - 13
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROPERLY LABELED ALL FOODS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS. PROVIDE NAME AND DATE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PROVIDE SEAL UNDER MISALIGNED REAR SCREEN DOOR (NOT OPEN AT TIME OF INSPECTION.)
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Jul 23, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND IMPROPER TEMP OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IN REACH IN COOLER, FOUND BEEF STEW AND GOAT MEAT AT 46.7 TO 47.0F OWNER DENATURAL, TOTAL POUND 35 LBS. COST 150.OO
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO ONE ON SITE WITH A FOOD SANITATION DURING PRPPARED FOOD.NON POST OR DISPLAY
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May 21, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 17, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED IN INSPECTION # 233681 DATED 5.10.10.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED IN INSPECTION # 233681 DATED 5.10.10
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED IN INSPECTION # 233681 DATED 5.10.10
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED IN INSPECTION # 233681 DATED 5.10.10
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May 10, 2010
License
9 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. OBSERVED TUBE IN BLACK WATER IN REAR AREA NOT PART OF THIS PROPERTY. MUST PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF NO WASTE WATER BACK FLOW CONNECTION.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. MUST PREVENT POSSIBLE BACK FLOW FROM HOSE CONNECTED TO COMPRESSOR IN TANNING SALON AT 2545 W LAWRENCE. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE FROM A LICENSED PLUMBER TO ENSURE A SAFE WATER SUPPLY.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON STAIR LANDING NOT PART OF THIS PREMISES. ACCESS IS FROM 2ND FLOOR. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE EFECTED AREA. CONTACT PEST CONTROL. SEAL GAPS IN BETWEEN AND UNDER FRONT AND REAR DOORS. INCLUDE 2ND FLOOR DOOR AND KITCHEN DOOR NEXT TO REAR TANNING ROOM STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST ACCESS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. LABEL ALL FOODS WITH NAME AND DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REMOVE DUCT TAPE FROM HANDLES OF 2 DOOR STAND UP COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN TANNING SALONS STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS, STORE ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. REMOVE BLUE LIQUID FROM FLOOR NEAR SINK IN TANNING SALON STORAGE AREA. MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL HOLES IN WALL IN PREP AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED. PROVIDE BASEBOARD UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA AND SEAL ALL BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ALL FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. PROVIDE MISSING LIGHTS FOR REAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH SHIELDS.. All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROPERLY DRAIN TUBE IN BUCKET FILLED AND SPILLING ONTO FLOOR IN TANNING SALON STORAGE AREA. DRAIN TUBE INTO FLOOR DRAIN WITH A 2" AIR GAP TO MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tbs African Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tbs African Restaurant on file is from Apr 9, 2013. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tbs African Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Tbs African Restaurant.
Has Tbs African Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tbs African Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tbs African Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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