Indian Spices & Grocery

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Inspections

1. Mar 30, 2026 Routine · 5 priority foundation, 1 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES - PROVIDED

     No thermometer is present for monitoring temperatures in foods.

     Correction: Provide a thermometer that is easily accessible and capable of taking temperatures in food.

     Code 4-302.12 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     WAREWASHING - CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION - TEST KIT

     No chlorine test kit is available for monitoring sanitizer concentration.

     Correction: Provide a test kit to allow accurate determination of the sanitization concentration.

     Code 4-501.116

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     HANDWASHING FACILITIES - LOCATION AND PLACEMENT

     No handwash sink is provided near the front register where samosas are being hot held and served with tongs.

     Correction: Relocate or provide a handwashing sink to facilitate handwashing by food employees.

     Code 5-204.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Soap was provided at the time of inspection.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink for hand drying.

     Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. A roll of paper towels was provided at the time of inspection.

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING SIGNAGE

     No handwashing signage provided at the handwash sink in back.

     Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees. A sign was provided at the time of inspection.

     Code 6-301.14

2. Mar 19, 2025 Pre-inspection · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 3 core
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     Observed prepackaged cream/milk base bakery good in 4 door sliding cooler is cold held at 49°F. Informed PIC and show PIC the thermometer reading. PIC then removed and discarded all prepackaged cream/miilk based bakery goods.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

     Observed 4 door sliding cooler is not sufficient in capacity to hold foods at 41F or below. Observed the temperature of the cooler to be 50F. Instructed PIC to repair or replace cooler. All TSC food in cooler was temp and discarded. PIC stated they will talk to the owner and try to get a new unit. PIC stated they will not hold any TSC food.

     Correction: Provide equipment in sufficient capacity to hold food at proper temperature. Reduce food inventory or provide additional approved equipment.

     Code 4-301.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     Observed no single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink for hand drying. Informed Person In Charge. PIC then refilled paper towel dispensor.

     Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing.

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Core

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR

     Observed boxes of pasta, and rice are stored on the floor in the new remodeled area. Instructed PIC to have the food off the floor. PIC stated they will have an employee moe the boxes off the floor.

     Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor.

     Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

     Observed the inside of coolers and chest freezers are not cleaned on a frequent basis. Instructed PIC to increase the cleaning frequency. PIC stated they will have an employee clean those areas.

     Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

     Code 4-602.13

   • Not serious Core

     FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS - CLEANABILITY

     Observed the floors in the remodel area have not been sealed. PIC is already aware and stated they will get the floors sealed so they are easily cleanable. Observed the walls near the back storage area are damaged and chipping. Instructed PIC to repair the damaged walls. PIC stated they will get a work order in.

     Correction: Provide floors, walls, and ceilings that are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

     Code 6-201.11