Empire Restaurant
PASSThursday, February 15, 2024 at 7:07 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
1) mouse droppings founf under ice machine in main kitchen clean to remove 2) Droppings found behind grease trap at prep area clean to remove 3) Droppings found under dish machine clean to remove 4) droppings found under and behind couches and furniture in customer seating area clean to remove
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floors under ice machine and prep table with debris clean to remove Floors under couches and furniture in customer seating area with debris clean to remove 2-8-24: droppings found in seating area and pest reports show 3 catches during last visit
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean