So Good Restaurant - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:

Facility Type:Restaurant
Inspection type:Follow-Up
Inspection date:February 07, 2024
Number of critical violations:1
Number of non-critical violations:  2
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a moderate hazard rating.
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Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code Description
302Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation: (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) No active sanitizer detected in one of the bleach sanitizer containers in the sushi prep area. Observed a tray imitation crab bags were stored on in the walk-in cooler was noticeably dirty. Operator also claimed that staff are only cleaning, and not sanitizing, dining area. Public Health Significance - Sanitizing solutions must be strong enough to destroy bacteria on surfaces to prevent the contamination of staff, clients or food on contact with the improperly cleaned surface.
Corrective Action: Change sanitizing solutions as required to always maintain an effective concentration (100-200 ppm unscented bleach, 200 ppm QUATs) - follow manufacturer's specifications. Buckets should be labelled with the chemical stored within (e.g., bleach). Ensure that all food contact surfaces and utensils are cleaned and sanitized so that they are maintained in a sanitary condition.
304 Repeat Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Evidence of mice; droppings were noted in the facility near the dry storage area and in a couple corners on the floor. Operator monitors for pests, has traps in place, as well as hired a professional pest control company. Public Health Significance - Rodents and other pests may cross contaminate foods and surfaces or contaminate human food with feces and urine, carry parasites and other diseases.
Corrective Action: Remove any pest attractants such as food and water, eliminate access to the building and routes they use inside. Trap and remove the pests. Clean and sanitize area where droppings are located and monitor situation.
305 Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: Waste removal and cleaning schedule for facility is inadequate. Noticeable build-up of food debris and grime in some areas of the facility (e.g., in corners behind equipment and storage areas). Significant amount of clutter & tools in the facility not required for preparation of food. Public Health significance - insufficient cleaning and build-up of clutter can provide food and areas for pests to hide.
Corrective Action: Pick-up frequency and cleaning schedule for floors, storage areas, etc. must be adequate to maintain the facility in a sanitary condition. Remove all items from the building that are not required for operation of the food facility.