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Tree Stand Tavern LLC

48 S 5TH, Barron, WI 54812 · Barron County

34cited violations
9serious tier
5inspections

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Retail Food - Serving Meals)
Inspected by
Barron County Department of Health & Human Services
License / ID
PGAN-CQMJAD
Status
Permitted
Phone
(715) 559-7721
Official record
Barron County Department of Health & Human Services inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
2026172
20243184
2023193

Inspections

  1. Feb 12, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 4 priority foundation, 1 core, 3 repeat
    • Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site

      FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS

      The chlorine sanitizer in the dishwasher is not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 25 PPM.

      Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer or repair or adjust warewashing equipment to provide proper sanitizer concentration.Staff prepared an appropriate concentration of sanitizer in an alternative sink and will use this method to sanitize equipment until the dishwasher is serviced.

      Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)

    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS

      The bleach sanitizer in the spray bottle is not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 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. Staff member adjust sanitizer concentration in spray bottle.

      Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

      The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Code 2-103.11 (O)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

      Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement identifying items covered by the consumer advisory using an asterisk *.

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

      Code 3-603.11 (B)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      HANDWASHING FACILITIES - NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES

      Handwashing sink not provided in the bar.

      Correction: Install an approved handwashing sink. Send picture verification by due date to Mackenzie.benda@co.barron.wi.us

      Code 5-203.11

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - WORKING CONTAINERS

      Working containers of bleach sanitizer not labeled with common name of product.

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

      Code 7-102.11

    • Not serious Core Corrected on site

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

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored on counter.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses. Staff member moved wiping cloth to sanitizer bucket.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

  2. Jun 7, 2024 Re-inspection · 1 priority foundation, 1 repeat
    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      HANDWASHING FACILITIES - NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES

      Handwashing sink not provided in the bar.

      Correction: Install an approved handwashing sink or submit a variance for utilizing the first compartment of the 4 compartment sink as a handwashing sink.

      Code 5-203.11

  3. Jun 4, 2024 Follow Up · 1 priority, 3 priority foundation, 2 core, 6 repeat
    • Serious Priority Repeat

      NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE-FOODS

      Employee observed handling ready-to eat foods with their bare hands. Employee handled tortilla shells without gloves.

      Correction: Discard contaminated food; employees shall use single-use gloves or other suitable utensils when handling ready-to-eat foods.

      Code 3-301.11 (B)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

      The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Code 2-103.11 (O)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      WAREWASHING - SANITIZING SOLUTION - TESTING DEVICES

      A quaternary sanitizer test kit is not available for checking sanitizer concentrations (bar 3 compartment sink).

      Correction: Provide a test kit or other device for measuring the concentration of sanitizing solutions.

      Code 4-302.14

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      HANDWASHING FACILITIES - NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES

      Handwashing sink not provided in the bar.

      Correction: Install an approved handwashing sink or submit a variance for utilizing the first compartment of the 4 compartment sink as a handwashing sink.

      Code 5-203.11

    • Not serious Core Repeat

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

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored in sanitizer that is not at the appropriate concentration- 200+ Chlorine sanitizer. .

      Correction: Sanitizers used for wiping counters and equipment shall be provided in a solution that is at a safe concentration in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

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

      Spray bottle of sanitizer used for wiping surfaces storedstored in sanitizer that is not at the appropriate concentration- 200+ Chlorine sanitizer.

      Correction: Sanitizers used for wiping counters and equipment shall be provided in a solution that is at a safe concentration in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CONSTRUCTED

      Interior non-food contact surface of the Master Freeze freezer is cracked and damaged and no longer easily cleanable.

      Correction: Provide non-food contact surfaces that are constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

      Code 4-101.19

  4. May 14, 2024 Routine · 3 priority, 4 priority foundation, 2 core
    • Serious Priority

      NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE-FOODS

      Employee observed handling ready-to eat foods with their bare hands. Employee handled tortilla shells without gloves.

      Correction: Discard contaminated food; employees shall use single-use gloves or other suitable utensils when handling ready-to-eat foods.

      Code 3-301.11 (B)

    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS

      The chlorine sanitizer in the dishwasher is not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and is at 0 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)

    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - SANITIZER CRITERIA

      Wet wipes used in the food establishment for sanitizing thermometers between use are not approved for sanitizing food contact surfaces.

      Correction: Sanitizer shall meet the requirements under 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020.

      Code 7-204.11

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

      The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

      Code 2-103.11 (O)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      THAWING

      Tubes of raw ground beef are being improperly thawed by holding at room temperature.

      Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods.

      Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      WAREWASHING - SANITIZING SOLUTION - TESTING DEVICES

      A quaternary sanitizer test kit is not available for checking sanitizer concentrations (bar 3 compartment sink).

      Correction: Provide a test kit or other device for measuring the concentration of sanitizing solutions.

      Code 4-302.14

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      HANDWASHING FACILITIES - NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES

      Handwashing sink not provided in the bar.

      Correction: Install an approved handwashing sink or submit a variance for utilizing the first compartment of the 4 compartment sink as a handwashing sink.

      Code 5-203.11

    • Not serious Core

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

      Spray bottle of sanitizer used for wiping surfaces storedstored in sanitizer that is not at the appropriate concentration- 200+ Chlorine sanitizer.

      Correction: Sanitizers used for wiping counters and equipment shall be provided in a solution that is at a safe concentration in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core

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

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored in sanitizer that is not at the appropriate concentration- 200+ Chlorine sanitizer. .

      Correction: Sanitizers used for wiping counters and equipment shall be provided in a solution that is at a safe concentration in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core

      EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CONSTRUCTED

      Interior non-food contact surface of the Master Freeze freezer is cracked and damaged and no longer easily cleanable.

      Correction: Provide non-food contact surfaces that are constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

      Code 4-101.19

  5. Aug 24, 2023 Pre-inspection · 3 priority, 2 priority foundation, 3 core
    • Serious Priority

      TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

      Walk in cooler is cold holding at 50°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

      PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION - AIR GAP

      No air gap provided on food prep sink.

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

      Code 5-202.13

    • Serious Priority

      PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE - WHEN REQUIRED

      Plumbing system not provided with backflow prevention at the threaded spigot in the utility/mop sink.

      Correction: Provide air gap or backflow prevention device. Plumbing systems shall be provided with backflow prevention at each point of use in the food establishment.

      Code 5-203.14

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      WAREWASHING - SANITIZING SOLUTION - TESTING DEVICES

      A chlorine sanitizer test kit is available for checking sanitizer concentrations, but the tests are expired.

      Correction: Provide a test kit or other device for measuring the concentration of sanitizing solutions.

      Code 4-302.14

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      WAREWASHING - SANITIZING SOLUTION - TESTING DEVICES

      A quaternary sanitizer test kit is not available for checking sanitizer concentrations.

      Correction: Provide a test kit or other device for measuring the concentration of sanitizing solutions.

      Code 4-302.14

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      HANDWASHING FACILITIES - NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES

      Handwashing sink not provided in bar.

      Correction: Install an approved handwashing sink.

      Code 5-203.11

    • Not serious Core

      EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - WOOD, USE LIMITATION

      Wood is used for shelving in the walk in cooler.

      Correction: Remove wood used for food contact surfaces unless otherwise approved for use.

      Code 4-101.17

    • Not serious Core

      FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS - CLEANABILITY

      The walls and ceilings in the walk in cooler are not easily cleanable due to the seams between the sheets of glassboard not being sealed.

      Correction: Provide floors, walls, and ceilings that are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

      Code 6-201.11

    • Not serious Core

      FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

      Floor and wall juncture in the walk in cooler is not coved.

      Correction: Provide base coving.

      Code 6-201.13 (A)

Source: Barron County Department of Health & Human Services. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.