The Beacon

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Inspections

1. Oct 1, 2026 Admin Follow Up · 2 core, 2 repeat
   • Not serious Core Repeat

     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

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED

     There is a gap under the door in the basement which could be the source for the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Correction: Repair this hole or gap so that entrance by insects or rodents into the food establishment is prevented.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (1)

2. Sep 1, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 2 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     SEWAGE - CONVEYING SEWAGE

     Grease trap observed to have grease seeping out of the top.

     Correction: Convey all sewage in the establishment through an approved sewage system, sewage transport vehicle, water retention tanks, pumps, or hoses that are constructed, maintained and operated according to law.

     Code 5-402.13

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink in kitchen.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: Soap was provided at food employee handwashing sink in kitchen during inspection.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

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

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

     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

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED

     There is a gap under the door in the basement which could be the source for the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Correction: Repair this hole or gap so that entrance by insects or rodents into the food establishment is prevented.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (1)

3. Jan 16, 2026 Admin Follow Up · No items found

   No violations cited.

4. Dec 22, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     SEWAGE - CONVEYING SEWAGE

     12/23/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 10/23/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 9/19/2025 - Grease trap is overfowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 8/5/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top.

     Correction: Convey all sewage in the establishment through an approved sewage system, sewage transport vehicle, water retention tanks, pumps, or hoses that are constructed, maintained and operated according to law. Grease trap should be emptied and cleaned more frequently to avoid overflowing. Referral made to City of Racine Plumbing Inspector.

     Code 5-402.13

5. Oct 23, 2025 Re-inspection 2 · 1 priority, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     SEWAGE - CONVEYING SEWAGE

     10/23/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 9/19/2025 - Grease trap is overfowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 8/5/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top.

     Correction: Convey all sewage in the establishment through an approved sewage system, sewage transport vehicle, water retention tanks, pumps, or hoses that are constructed, maintained and operated according to law. Grease trap should be emptied and cleaned more frequently to avoid overflowing. Referral made to City of Racine Plumbing Inspector.

     Code 5-402.13

6. Sep 19, 2025 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 1 core, 2 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     SEWAGE - CONVEYING SEWAGE

     9/19/2025 - Grease trap is overfowing and grease is seeping out of the top. 8/5/2025 - Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top.

     Correction: Convey all sewage in the establishment through an approved sewage system, sewage transport vehicle, water retention tanks, pumps, or hoses that are constructed, maintained and operated according to law. Grease trap should be emptied and cleaned more frequently to avoid overflowing. Referral made to City of Racine Plumbing Inspector.

     Code 5-402.13

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE

     9/19/2025 - Rodent droppings were observed in then basement on shelving containing dry storage. 8/5/2025 - Rodent droppings were observed in the basement on shelving containing dry storage.

     Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and sanitize any areas where rodent droppings are found. Provide effective pest control for establishment.

     Code 6-501.111 (B)

7. Aug 5, 2025 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Serious Priority

     SEWAGE - CONVEYING SEWAGE

     Grease trap is overflowing and grease is seeping out of the top.

     Correction: Convey all sewage in the establishment through an approved sewage system, sewage transport vehicle, water retention tanks, pumps, or hoses that are constructed, maintained and operated according to law. Grease trap should be emptied and cleaned more frequently to avoid overflowing. Referral made to City of Racine Plumbing Inspector.

     Code 5-402.13

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     RTE/TCS FOOD - DATE MARKING METHODS

     There were no date marks observed on smoked pork or cooked ribs to identify when the food is past the 7 day shelf life.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with an approved method of date marking. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (D)

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - FOLLOW MANUFACTURERS DIRECTIONS

     Carbon dioxide tank for the soda lines in the basement, is not being used according to manufacturer's directions and was observed not secured to the wall.

     Correction: Secure all full carbon dioxide tanks to the wall, so they cannnot tip, which can be extremely hazardous or dangerous.

     Code 4-501.11 (D)

   • Not serious Core

     CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE

     Rodent droppings were observed in the basement on shelving containing dry storage.

     Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and sanitize any areas where rodent droppings are found. Provide effective pest control for establishment.

     Code 6-501.111 (B)

8. Apr 9, 2025 Pre-inspection · No items found

   No violations cited.