Ruka Restobar Nikkei
PASSWednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Low temp bar machine not reading chlorine.Repair Maintain chlorine 50PPM or per manufactures instructions. Staff to use the kitchen machine
Why This Matters
INEFFECTIVE SANITIZATION: Below 50ppm chlorine or 200ppm quat, bacteria survive on 'clean' dishes. Above 200ppm chlorine leaves toxic residue causing chemical burns, nausea. 70% of restaurant outbreaks linked to improper sanitization.
Code Requirements
Maintain sanitizer at: Chlorine 50-100ppm, Quaternary Ammonium 200-400ppm, Iodine 12.5-25ppm. Test every 2 hours with test strips. Change solution when cloudy/dirty. Train all staff on mixing procedures.
590.008/8-201.13-C
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
Sushi is being prepared on site. The PIC could not provide a HACCP plan There is no lab report for acidified rice PIC explaining that vinegar is added to the rice for flavor only rice is held(using TPHC) for 2 hours then discarded. PIC could not produce any approved documents. This process will be reviewed at the ISD Health office
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
Provide a choke safe employee on site. No posted Allergen awareness certificate.Provide a current certificate from a full time employee
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements