La Salle Grocery
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2008
45
Score
Going back to 2007, La Salle Grocery has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jul 8, 2008. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. La Salle Grocery's record stops at Jul 8, 2008, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Facility not vermin proof” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Compared to other Bronx restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2008
Accelerated Inspection Program / Second Compliance Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Cold food held above 41f (smoked fish above 38f) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occured.
06D
Evidence of flying insects or live flying insects present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04O
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.
10G
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained: anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provide wher required: equipment or floor not properly drained: sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Food contact surface not properly maintained.
09D
45
Jun 9, 2008
Accelerated Inspection Program / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Milk or milk product undated, improperly dated or expired.
09B
95
Jun 4, 2008
Accelerated Inspection Program / Reopening Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained: anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provide wher required: equipment or floor not properly drained: sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
78
May 7, 2008
Accelerated Inspection Program / Second Compliance Inspection
7 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Hot food not held at or above 140f degree
02B
Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer not provided ore used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
04K
Food worker does not use proper utensil to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Personal cleanliness inadequate. clean outer garments, effective hair restraint not worn.
06A
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure not provide at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained: anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provide wher required: equipment or floor not properly drained: sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Toilet facility not maintained and provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle and self-closing door.
10A
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
"choking first aid" poster not posted. "alcohol and pregnancy" warning sign not posted. latex gloves, sign not posted. inspection report sign not posted.
18I
Immersion basket not provided, used or of incorrect size. incorrect manual technique. test kit and thermometer not provide or used. improper drying practices.
10K
27
Dec 12, 2007
Trans Fat / Re-inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 29, 2007
Trans Fat / Re-inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2007
Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.
10G
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
78
Oct 12, 2007
Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Cold food held above 41f (smoked fish above 38f) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer not provided ore used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
04K
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.
10G
58
Sep 18, 2007
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Cold food held above 41f (smoked fish above 38f) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Hot food not held at or above 140f degree
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.
10G
52
Aug 28, 2007
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure not provide at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Personal cleanliness inadequate. clean outer garments, effective hair restraint not worn.
06A
Food worker does not use proper utensil to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Evidence of flying insects or live flying insects present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04O
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.
10G
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained: anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provide wher required: equipment or floor not properly drained: sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Lighting inadequate. fixture not shielded.
10C
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.
08A
Immersion basket not provided, used or of incorrect size. incorrect manual technique. test kit and thermometer not provide or used. improper drying practices.
10K
Cooking oil, shortening, margarine that contains 0.5 grams or more of artificial trans fat
16A
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Salle Grocery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Salle Grocery on file is from Jul 8, 2008. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Salle Grocery?
Across the inspection record, “facility not vermin proof” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at La Salle Grocery.
How does La Salle Grocery compare to other restaurants in Bronx?
La Salle Grocery most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.
Has La Salle Grocery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Salle Grocery have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Salle Grocery means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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