The Desmond

Inspector notes: Observed nana's pie and cooked corn date marked to be discarded on 7/2. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Observed multiple TCS food items date marked for 8 days. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked for 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection

Inspector notes: Observed rubber cove to be detached from wall in bar under handwash sink. Observed missing and a broken ceiling tile in the kitchen by main entrance door. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

Inspector notes: Observed bleu cheese stored past 7 days in reach-in unit located next to food prep sink. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Observed cooked carrots, cooked broccoli, and cooked meat balls with no datemarking. PIC stated all cooked items in question were prepped 2 days ago. PIC properly datemarked all food items at time of inspection. Observed establishment datemarking system storing RTE/TCS food items for a total of 8 days. PIC was not aware day of prep counts as first day of 7-day storage. Discussed with PIC that day of prep counts as the first day and is to be kept for a total of 7 days. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

Inspector notes: Observed no chlorine sanitizer test strips present throughout establishment at time of inspection. Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer solution at mechanical warewashing machines. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Re-inspection scheduled for 01/23/25

Inspector notes: Observed brunch menu at establishment offering made-to-order undercooked meat items "Downtown Steak Skillet", "Clarke Burger", and "Dessie's Burger" with no consumer advisory indicated on menu items. Consumer advisory reminder statement observed present on menu but missing indication of food items that are being advised. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Update menu prior to reinspection on 01/23/25

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

Inspector notes: Observed the prep sink leaking water from its faucet even when the handles are turned off. Person in charge states they will get that repaired as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of maintaining all sinks