Tavern On Hwy H
3311 HWY H, Franksville, WI 53126 · Racine County
Establishment
- Type
- Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Retail Food - Serving Meals)
- Inspected by
- Central Racine County Health Department
- License / ID
- JLOO-CRQRC9
- Status
- Permitted
- Official record
- Central Racine County Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 7 | 4 |
| 2025 | 2 | 11 | 5 |
| 2024 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
Inspections
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Sep 10, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 1 core
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
TOXIC SUBSTANCES - CONDITIONS OF USE - USED
Three Compartment Sink Sanitizer is not being used according to manufacturer’s use directions. Concentration of sanitizer was observed at 500+ PPM during inspection. Sanitizer was remixed to directions during inspection and observed at 200PPM.
Correction: Change procedures and provide training to employees on proper use of poisonous or toxic materials following manufacturer's directions for use.
Code 7-202.12 (A)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY - REMINDER STATEMENT
Asterisks are missing next to food items offered undercooked.
Correction: Provide a reminder statement describing the hazards of eating raw or undercooked animal products on next menu print.
Code 3-603.11 (C)
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Not serious
Core
Corrected on site
IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE
Condiment container without handle was observed in pasta salad. Container was removed during inspection.
Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.
Code 3-304.12
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Feb 25, 2026 Routine · 3 priority, 1 core
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
In walk in cooler raw bacon was stored over lettuce. Raw eggs was stored over veggies. Raw products was moved at inspection.
Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.
Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION
Lettuce in 2 door prep cooler has exceeded its date mark. Lettuce was discarded during inspection.
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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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS
The beer clean is not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 0 PPM. Sanitizer was added during inspection and concentration tested at 100 PPM.
Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer or repair or adjust warewashing equipment to provide proper sanitizer concentration.
Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)
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Not serious
Core
Corrected on site
HANDWASHING SIGNAGE
No handwashing signage provided at bar and women's restroom handwashing sink. Signs were provided during inspection.
Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.
Code 6-301.14
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Aug 7, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
Raw ground beef was stored over pasta salad and tomatos. Product was reorganized during inspection.
Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.
Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS
The 3 compartment sink sanitizer is not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 500 PPM. Sanitizer was remixed during inspection to 200 PPM.
Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer or repair or adjust warewashing equipment to provide proper sanitizer concentration.
Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Corrected on site
RTE/TCS FOOD - DATE MARKING METHODS
No dates were provided on pasta salad, corn beef, soup and coleslaw. Dates were provided or product was thrown out during inspection.
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)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Jan 17, 2025 Routine · 3 priority, 3 priority foundation, 2 core, 1 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
RESPONSIBILITY OF FOOD EMPLOYEES AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES TO REPORT
Food employees were not aware of the signs, symptoms, or diagnosis they are required to report to the person in charge.
Correction: Train employees on the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne disease. Inform employees that this information shall be reported to the person in charge. Provided employee illness factsheet during inspection.
Code 2-201.11 (E)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
TCS foods in the 1st floor WI Cooler is cold held at 44°F.
Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Cooler was turned down during inspection and now blowing air 39F.
Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS
The BeerClean sanitizer was not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 10 PPM. Observed that bartender was only using a portion of the packet for the sanitizer basin.
Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer. Bartender added the entire packet to the sanitizer basin and brought concentration to 100PPM.
Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement.
Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory either with an astericks or description. Provided factsheet.
Code 3-603.11 (B)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Corrected on site
USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED
Handwashing sink was found with soiled utensils stored in the basin, leaving it unavailable for proper hand washing..
Correction: Utensils were removed and the basin was sanitized during inspection.
Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
HAND DRYING PROVISION
No single-use toweling available at bar handwashing sink for hand drying.
Correction: Papertowel was provided during inspection. Intall a dispenser for papertowel rolls if that is the provision that will be used.
Code 6-301.12
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Not serious
Core
Repeat
Corrected on site
IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE
Ice scoops were found stored with the handle in the ice.
Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F. ICe scoops were removed during inspection.
Code 3-304.12
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Not serious
Core
Corrected on site
FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR
There were two boxes of chips stored on the floor behind the bar.
Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor. Chips were removed during inspection.
Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Jul 10, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core, 1 repeat
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
Raw shell eggs found stored over jalepanos and other RTE foods.
Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Faw shell eggs moved to lower shelf.
Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
CONSUMER ADVISORY - PROVIDED
Establishment is using a temporary menu. When permenant menu put in place ensure consumer advisory is included on the bottom and all items offered raw or undercooked are astericked.
Correction: Provide a consumer advisory for animal foods served in a raw or undercooked condition.
Code 3-603.11 (A)
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Not serious
Core
Corrected on site
IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE
Ice scoop was found with the handle down in the ice.
Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended or on a clean surface. Ice scoop moved during inspection.
Code 3-304.12
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Not serious
Core
HANDWASHING SINKS, INSTALLATION - NON-HAND OPERATED
Wristblades are not installed on the bar hand sink as of yet.
Correction: Employee handwashing sinks shall be non hand operated and if metered shall provide a flow of water without the need for reactivation for at least 15 seconds. Install wrist blades and send photo to inspector.
Code 5-202.12 (C)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Jun 7, 2024 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 2 core
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY - PROVIDED
Final menu not available at time of inspection.
Correction: Provide a consumer advisory for animal foods served in a raw or undercooked condition. Place astericks next to any item offered raw or undercooked.
Code 3-603.11 (A)
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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
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
Northwest corner in the kitchen does not base coving and waiting for stainless steel walls to arrive. Wall is sealed with paint for the moment.
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
Priority Foundation
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May 11, 2023 Pre-inspection · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 3 core
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Serious
Priority
SEWAGE - BACKFLOW PREVENTION
There is an air break versus and air gap on the preparation sink.
Correction: Design the sewage system in a manner that would preclude a direct connection between the sewage system and the drain from which food is placed. Remove the direct connection.
Code 5-402.11
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED
Handwashing sink is located at the bar but access from the kitchen is blocked by stainless steel table.
Correction: Move stainless steel table to allow access to sink for frequent handwashing.
Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)
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Not serious
Core
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
There is no approved or current certified food manager for this establishment.
Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within90 days.
Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)
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Not serious
Core
EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS CONFORM TO ANSI STANDARDS
Oven located in the prep kitchen is not ANSI certified or approved by the department.
Correction: Unapproved equipment shall be removed from food service.
Code 4-205.11
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Not serious
Core
SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
Floors throughout the establishment, walls underneath the bar and walls in the backroom (near WI Cooler are not smooth, durable 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. Establishment will be submitting plans to remodel the establishment. Conditional permit for 30 days released.
Code 6-101.11
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Serious
Priority
Source: Central Racine County 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.