Vchris African Cuisine
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2019
58
Score
Vchris African Cuisine appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2016. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 22, 2019. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Vchris African Cuisine's record stops at Jan 22, 2019, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to one violation before.
Across the inspection history, “facility not vermin proof” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Vchris African Cuisine trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
14
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2019
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Harmful, noxious gas or vapor detected. co =13 ppm.
05B
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
58
Jul 16, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Failure to comply with an order of the board of health, commissioner, or department.
18D
Food contact surface not properly maintained.
09C
64
Jun 18, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º f to 70º f or less within 2 hours, and from 70º f to 41º f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Failure to comply with an order of the board of health, commissioner, or department.
18D
67
Feb 27, 2018
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
70
Jan 17, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
95
Jan 9, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insufficient or no refrigerated or hot holding equipment to keep potentially hazardous foods at required temperatures.
05F
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
Single service item reused, improperly stored, dispensed; not used when required.
10I
50
Aug 7, 2017
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
70
Jul 7, 2017
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
95
Jun 22, 2017
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
06F
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20D
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
55
Dec 22, 2016
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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 and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
82
Nov 21, 2016
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.
04N
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Thawing procedures improper.
09B
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
74
Jun 9, 2016
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04K
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.
04N
Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
52
Apr 20, 2016
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
04A
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.
04N
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vchris African Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vchris African Cuisine on file is from Jan 22, 2019. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vchris African Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “facility not vermin proof” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Vchris African Cuisine.
How does Vchris African Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?
Vchris African Cuisine most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.
Has Vchris African Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Vchris African Cuisine have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Vchris African Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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