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Olympic Liquor Food

1629 DOUGLAS AVE, Racine, WI 53404 · Racine County

48cited violations
8serious tier
8inspections

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

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
20263133
20255355

Inspections

  1. Apr 30, 2026 Re-inspection 2 · No items found

    No violations cited.

  2. Apr 17, 2026 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 3 core, 5 repeat
    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

  3. Apr 1, 2026 Routine · 2 priority, 2 priority foundation, 4 core, 2 repeat
    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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

  4. Nov 24, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 2 core, 2 repeat
    • 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)

    • 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)

  5. Sep 29, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 4 core, 5 repeat
    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

  6. Aug 14, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 4 core, 5 repeat
    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

  7. Jul 22, 2025 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 5 core, 7 repeat
    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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)

  8. May 23, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 4 priority foundation, 9 core, 5 repeat
    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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)

    • 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

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.