Ambassador
Last inspected: Nov 22, 2024
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Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 22, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 13 violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “approved thawing methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 72, which Ambassador's 45 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 22, 2024
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the bar area. *PIC relocated chemicals at the time of inspection*
46.1021
Time as a public health control; procedures & record
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food: cooked bacon observed sitting on food prep counter; PIC could not verify what time the bacon was prepared. *PIC moved bacon to the refrigerator at the time of inspection*
46.385(c)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employee's beverage container was observed in a food preparation area. *PIC discarded at the time of inspection*
46.151(a)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Mildew/ pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin in the basement storage area. -Mildew/ mold/ pink slime residue observed on the interior of the soda gun holster. *PIC cleaned and sanitized on site*
46.711(a)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Premises cleaning (premises): -food residue observed underneath food equipment in the kitchen prep area
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Chicken observed thawing at room temperature in the wash compartment of the three-basin sink. *PIC relocated chicken to proper sink; sanitarian instructed PIC to thaw submerged in running water that is below 70 degrees F.*
46.383
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in cooler and basement storage area.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces: - aluminum foil observed being used on kitchen equipment in the prep area - (food press/ food weight) observed wrapped in aluminum foil- which is not smooth, easily cleanable and resistant cracking/ breaking. New Violation.
46.521
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning of non-food contact surfaces: - Grease buildup observed on sides of cooking equipment. - Lower shelving behind the bar has an accumulation of dust and debris. - Base of the beer/chest fridges behind the bar need general cleaning from debris accumulation. - Basement storage rooms need general cleaning of dusty shelves/ dusty cans
46.714
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Jun 27, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 12 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the food prep area. -No soap available at the employee handwash sink at the main bar. -No papertowels available at the handwash sink in the main bar. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the bar area to remind food employees to wash their hands. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Prep sink observed without cold water. Tomatoes and frozen guacamole were observed thawing in the prep sink at the time of inspection. When thawing frozen foods with running water, the water must be no higher than 70 degrees F. New Violation.
46.383
Food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food *PIC corrected on site*
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity: observed many spiders in the 2nd bar (located in the basement). New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in cooler and basement storage area. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep area and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Common bowls observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients (flour) *PIC corrected on site*
46.302
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cleaned and sanitized utensils shall be handled and displayed so that contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. *PIC corrected on site*
46.775
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Food contact surface (food press/ food weight) observed wrapped in aluminum foil- which is not smooth, easily cleanable and resistant cracking/ breaking. New Violation.
46.521
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -dusty kickplates observed on kitchen cold prep unit -dusty fan observed in walk in cooler -heavy ice accumulation in reach in freezer New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cold water was lacking at prep sink in the kitchen area. *PIC restored cold water at the time of inspection*
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No toilet paper observed in the first bathroom in the basement. New Violation.
46.942(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Broom and dustpan observed stored on the floor, instead of being properly hung/elevated when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ambassador last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ambassador on file is from Nov 22, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ambassador?
Across the inspection record, “approved thawing methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ambassador.
Has Ambassador's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ambassador have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ambassador 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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