Benji's Deli

Year by year

Inspections

1. Dec 17, 2025 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority

     PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION - AIR GAP

     No air gap provided on ice bin behind counter.

     Correction: Provide an air gap on water supply side to protect water supply.

     Code 5-202.13

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

     Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement from Reuben Benedict (eggs cooked to order).

     Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

     Code 3-603.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - NON TCS FOOD - IMPROPER CLEANING

     Baffle of ice machine not contacting TCS food is soiled.

     Correction: Clean utensil and equipment not contacting TSC food any time contamination occurs, at least every 24 hours, or at a frequency according to manufacturer specifications.

     Code 4-602.11 (E)

   • Not serious Core

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     One of the faucets at 4-compartment sink is leaking.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)

2. Oct 21, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 4 priority foundation, 3 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     Kosher pickles labeled "always keep refrigerated" are cold held at 47°F behind service counter.

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

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

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     THAWING - REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED FISH

     Salmon filets in walk-in cooler labeled, "Keep frozen. Remove from packaging. Thaw under refrigeration immediately prior to use" are being improperly thawed in reduced oxygen package.

     Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods. Salmon filets were removed from packaging for thawing during inspection.

     Code 3-501.13 (E)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     RTE/TCS FOOD - COMMERCIALLY PREPARED FOODS DATE MARKING

     Turkey pastrami and other deli meats from a food processing plant were not date marked once the package was opened (Avantco upright cooler). Additionally, cut tomatoes and house- made potato salad in walk-in cooler were not date marked.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food from a food processing plant is date marked when the container is opened. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

     Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement ( *asterisk) for Benji's Breakfast menu item (eggs any style).

     Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

     Code 3-603.11 (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - WORKING CONTAINERS

     Working container of sanitizer in spray bottle behind counter is not labeled with common name of product.

     Correction: Label working containers with the common name of the material used.

     Code 7-102.11

   • Not serious Core

     WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

     Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces stored on prep table cutting board.

     Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses.

     Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     TOILET FACILITIES - RECEPTACLES - COVERED

     Female bathroom is not provided with a covered waste receptacle.

     Correction: Provide a covered waste receptacle in female bathroom for use with sanitary napkins.

     Code 5-501.17

   • Not serious Core

     SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS

     A number of floor tiles are broken or missing, and there is a hole in the wall behind shelving in dish washing area. These surfaces are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.

     Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.

     Code 6-101.11