Olympic Liquor Food
1629 DOUGLAS AVE, Racine, WI 53404 · Racine County
Establishment
- Type
- Retail food (not serving meals) (Retail Food - Not Serving Meals, Moderate)
- Inspected by
- City of Racine Public Health Department
- License / ID
- ASZA-8E5QKF
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (262) 634-5660
- Official record
- City of Racine Public Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 13 | 3 |
| 2025 | 5 | 35 | 5 |
Inspections
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Apr 30, 2026 Re-inspection 2 · No items found
No violations cited.
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Apr 17, 2026 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 3 core, 5 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION
All deli meats and cheeses in sliding door cooler are not provided with a date mark.
Correction: Discard ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food requiring a date mark that has exceeded the discard date or has not been provided with a date mark.
Code 3-501.18 (A)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY
Handwashing sink observed to be used as the wash compartment in the four compartment sink.
Correction: Keep handwashing sink free of obstructions at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.
Code 5-205.11 (B)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
FOOD CONTAMINATION - FOOD PREPARATION
4/17/26: Employee observed preparing raw beef in rinse compartment of sink. 4/1/26: Employee observed washing raw chicken in all three compartments of warewashing sink.
Correction: Food prep may not occur in the warewashing sink.
Code 3-305.14
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
MAINTAINING PREMISES, UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND LITTER
Excessive amount of cardboard waste observed in back storage area.
Correction: Items that are unnecessary to the operation of the food establishment shall be removed from the premise.
Code 6-501.114
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS
Walls and floors in the deli area are soiled with food debris and splatter.
Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.
Code 6-501.12
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
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Apr 1, 2026 Routine · 2 priority, 2 priority foundation, 4 core, 2 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
HANDWASHING PROCEDURE
Employee not following proper handwashing procedures. Employee was observed submerging hands in dishwater solution, scrubbing their arms in the dishwater, then rinsing the residual foam off in the faucet above.
Correction: Train food employees in proper handwashing techniques. Action Taken: Employee was educated on how to properly wash hands during inspection.
Code 2-301.12 (B)
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Serious
Priority
DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION
All deli meats and cheeses in sliding door cooler are not provided with a date mark.
Correction: Discard ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food requiring a date mark that has exceeded the discard date or has not been provided with a date mark.
Code 3-501.18 (A)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY
Handwashing sink observed to be used as the wash compartment in the four compartment sink.
Correction: Keep handwashing sink free of obstructions at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.
Code 5-205.11 (B)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - SEGREGATION AND LOCATION OF DISTRESSED MERCHANDISE
Hot dogs and bologna that is being held for return is stored above or adjacent to other food items intended for use.
Correction: Store all distressed food items in designated areas which are separate from other food, equipment, utensils and single-use items.
Code 6-404.11
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Not serious
Core
FOOD CONTAMINATION - FOOD PREPARATION
Employee observed washing raw chicken in all three compartments of warewashing sink.
Correction: Food prep may not occur in the warewashing sink.
Code 3-305.14
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN
-Tracks of raw meat display case observed to be soiled with food debris. -Meat packaging station observed to be soiled with food debris. -Lower shelf of prep table observed to be soiled with meat debris.
Correction: Clean and remove dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris from all non-food contact surfaces of equipment.
Code 4-601.11 (C)
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Not serious
Core
MAINTAINING PREMISES, UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND LITTER
Excessive amount of cardboard waste observed in back storage area.
Correction: Items that are unnecessary to the operation of the food establishment shall be removed from the premise.
Code 6-501.114
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS
Walls and floors in the deli area are soiled with food debris and splatter.
Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.
Code 6-501.12
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Nov 24, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 2 core, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS
11/24/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 9/29/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 8/14/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 7/22/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 5/23/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly.
Correction: Replace the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.
Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CONTROLLING PESTS - HARBORAGE CONDITIONS
11/24/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 9/29/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 8/14/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 7/22/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 5/23/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents.
Correction: Remove all unnecessary items from this area to minimize harborage for pests.
Code 6-501.111 (D)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
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Sep 29, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 4 core, 5 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SANITIZED BEFORE USE AFTER CLEANING
9/29/25 - The deli slicer and meat saw observed to be soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 8/14/25 - The deli slicer was observed to be soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 7/22/25 - The deli slicer was observed to be soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 5/23/25 - The deli slicer, meat saw, knives, and other utensils are not sanitized after cleaning.
Correction: Clean and sanitize all utensils and equipment before contact with food. Action Taken: 7/22/25 - Informed the owner that the deli slicer cannot be used until it is throughly sanitized. 5/23/25 - Employee took apart the meat saw and the deli slicer and thoroughly cleaned it.
Code 4-702.11
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES
9/29/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 8/14/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 7/22/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 5/23/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring.
Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.
Code 4-501.12
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
9/29/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue 8/14/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue 7/22/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue. 5/23/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue.
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
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS
9/29/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 8/14/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 7/22/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 5/23/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly.
Correction: Replace the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.
Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CONTROLLING PESTS - HARBORAGE CONDITIONS
9/29/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 8/14/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 7/22/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 5/23/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents.
Correction: Remove all unnecessary items from this area to minimize harborage for pests.
Code 6-501.111 (D)
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
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Aug 14, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 4 core, 5 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SANITIZED BEFORE USE AFTER CLEANING
8/14/25 - The deli slice was observed to soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 7/22/25 - The deli slice was observed to soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 5/23/25 - The deli slicer, meat saw, knives, and other utensils are not sanitized after cleaning.
Correction: Clean and sanitize all utensils and equipment before contact with food. Action Taken: 7/22/25 - Informed the owner that the deli slicer cannot be used until it is throughly sanitized. 5/23/25 - Employee took apart the meat saw and the deli slicer and thoroughly cleaned it.
Code 4-702.11
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES
8/14/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 7/22/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 5/23/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring.
Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.
Code 4-501.12
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
8/14/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue 7/22/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue. 5/23/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue.
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
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS
8/14/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 7/22/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly. 5/23/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly.
Correction: Replace the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.
Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CONTROLLING PESTS - HARBORAGE CONDITIONS
8/14/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 7/22/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 5/23/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents.
Correction: Remove all unnecessary items from this area to minimize harborage for pests.
Code 6-501.111 (D)
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
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Jul 22, 2025 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 5 core, 7 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SANITIZED BEFORE USE AFTER CLEANING
7/22/25 - The deli slice was observed to soiled with food debris after the deli was closed. 5/23/25 - The deli slicer, meat saw, knives, and other utensils are not sanitized after cleaning.
Correction: Clean and sanitize all utensils and equipment before contact with food. Action Taken: 7/22/25 - Informed the owner that the deli slicer cannot be used until it is throughly sanitized. 5/23/25 - Employee took apart the meat saw and the deli slicer and thoroughly cleaned it.
Code 4-702.11
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
RTE/TCS FOOD - COMMERCIALLY PREPARED FOODS DATE MARKING
7/22/25 - Open luncheon meats and cheeses in the deli cooler had no date indication to indicate when they were open or when the food reached the 7-day mark 5/23/25 - Open luncheon meats and cheeses in the deli cooler had no date indication to indicate when they were open or when the food reached the 7-day mark.
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)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
Corrected on site
HAND DRYING PROVISION
7/22/25 - No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink. 5/23/25 - No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink or unisex bathroom for hand drying.
Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: 7/22/25 - No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink. 5/23/25 - Paper towel was provided at the employee handwash sink and in the unizex bathroom.
Code 6-301.12
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES
7/22/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring. 5/23/25 - The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring.
Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.
Code 4-501.12
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
7/22/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue. 5/23/25 - The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue.
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
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS
7/22/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly 5/23/25 - It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly.
Correction: Replace the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.
Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)
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Not serious
Core
CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE
7/22/25 - No evidence of rodent droppings were observed during inspection. 5/23/25 - Evidence of rodent droppings were found around the freezer located next to the deli.
Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and maintain food establishment.
Code 6-501.111 (B)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CONTROLLING PESTS - HARBORAGE CONDITIONS
7/22/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents. 5/23/25 - The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents.
Correction: Remove all unnecessary items from this area to minimize harborage for pests.
Code 6-501.111 (D)
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Serious
Priority
Repeat
Corrected on site
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May 23, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 4 priority foundation, 9 core, 5 repeat
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Serious
Priority
TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
Cracked egg in open air cooler was being cold held at 43°F.
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)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SANITIZED BEFORE USE AFTER CLEANING
The deli slicer, meat saw, knives, and other utensils are not sanitized after cleaning.
Correction: Clean and sanitize all utensils and equipment before contact with food. Action Taken: Employee took apart the meat saw and the deli slicer and thoroughly cleaned it.
Code 4-702.11
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
WHERE TO WASH
Employee observed washing hands in the washing compartment of the 4 compartment sink.
Correction: Employees shall wash their hands in a designated handwash sink. Handwashing is prohibited in food preparation, warewashing and mop sinks.
Code 2-301.15
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
Corrected on site
THAWING
Rack of ribs was observed to be thawing on drain board of the 4 compartment sink.
Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods. Action Taken: Rack of ribs were moved to the cooler.
Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
RTE/TCS FOOD - COMMERCIALLY PREPARED FOODS DATE MARKING
Open luncheon meats and cheeses in the deli cooler had no date indication to indicate when they were open or when the food reached the 7-day mark.
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)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
Corrected on site
HAND DRYING PROVISION
No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink or unisex bathroom for hand drying.
Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: Paper towel was provided at the employee handwash sink and in the unizex bathroom.
Code 6-301.12
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Not serious
Core
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER - POSTING OF CERTIFICATE
There is no approved or current food protection manager’s certificate posted in the food establishment.
Correction: Post current food protection manager certification in conspicuous view within the food establishment.
Code 12-201.11 (B)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
THERMOMETERS - FUNCTIONALITY - INTEGRAL OR PERMANENTLY AFFIXED MEASURING DEVICE
Open air cooler is not equipped with an integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.
Correction: Provide a integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device in all coolers.
Code 4-204.112 (B)
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Not serious
Core
EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES
The cutting board next to the deli slicer was observed to have excessive scratching and scoring.
Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.
Code 4-501.12
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Not serious
Core
NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN
1. The bottoms of the beverage coolers are soiled with a black and sticky residue. 2. An egg was observed to be cracked in the open air cooler
Correction: Clean and remove dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris from all non-food contact surfaces of equipment.
Code 4-601.11 (C)
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Not serious
Core
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
The tile flooring in the deli and throughout the facility is showing signs of excessive wear and is no longer cleanable. The floor was found to have cracked tiles, missing tiles, and tiles stained with food and grime residue.
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
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS
It was observed that the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room had gaps and did not fit the door correctly.
Correction: Replace the door sweep on the bottom of the exterior door in the back storage room to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.
Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)
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Not serious
Core
CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE
Evidence of rodent droppings were found around the freezer located next to the deli.
Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and maintain food establishment.
Code 6-501.111 (B)
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Not serious
Core
CONTROLLING PESTS - HARBORAGE CONDITIONS
The back storage room contains empty boxes and garbage which provide harborage conditions for insects and rodents.
Correction: Remove all unnecessary items from this area to minimize harborage for pests.
Code 6-501.111 (D)
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS
1. The walk-in cooler was observed to have dirty cardboard and wet garbage on the floor 2. The walls, ceilings, and floors in the deli area were observed to be soiled with food residue and dirt.
Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.
Code 6-501.12
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Serious
Priority
Source: City of Racine Public Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.