12 Restaurants and Institutions Inspected: Restaurant Inspections May 15

The following are restaurant health inspection scores as reported by Gwinnett County:

Life Care Center of Lawrenceville, 210 Collins Industrial Way
Score: 91 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 99 A (12/31/12), 93 A (6/15/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 6-1A, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(f) ] Milk and eggs not holding at 41 or below in reach in cooler. Items which had been in the unit less than 4 hours were relocated to the walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Adjust thermostat on reach in so that it is capable of holding foods at 41 or below even during heavy use periods. Suggest using time as a control, handouts given.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.

Golden Palace II, 1475 Buford Drive #204
Score: 96 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 99 A (12/18/12), 96 A (6/14/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 4-2B, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(n) ] Dish washing machine in use at time of inspection not dispensing adequate levels of sanitizer. Dish washer re-primed and was dispensing adequate levels of sanitizer by the end of the inspection. Monitor dish washer closely to make certain adequate levels of sanitizer are being consistently met. Prime sanitizer line after changing containers of sanitizer.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.

McDonald's, 3393 Sugarloaf Parkway
Score: 94 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 96 A (12/18/12), 95 A (2/7/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 2-2D, Violation of Code: [.06(2)(o) ] Trays were blocking hand wash sink at dish washing area. Trays were moved. Make certain all hand wash sinks are kept completely clear at all times.  Corrected On-Site.  Repeat Violation.

Aha Sushi, 2380 Buford Drive Suite 106
Score: 92 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 93 A (11/10/12), 100 A (8/16/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 11C, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(c)] Observed shrimp thawing in pan of water. PIC removed items. Advised PIC to thaw shrimp in one of the following methods; Under running water, in walk in cooler or as an ingredant in cook step.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 12C, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(m) ] Observed sanitizer bucket with sanitizer below 50ppm. Person in charge emptied and refilled buckets. Advised Person in charge to keep sanitizer buckets with 50 to 100ppm.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 12C, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(m) ] Observed wet wiping clothes stored on counter tops. PIC moved clothes put in sanitizer buckets. Must keep sanitizer wet wiping clothes in sanitizer when not in use.  Corrected On-Site.  Repeat Violation. 14A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(k) ] Observed in use utensils stored in water. Person in charge washed utensils and placed on clean dry surface. In use utensils must be stored in running water, 135F or above water or on a clean dry surface.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.

Kacey's Home Cooking, 520 West Pike Street 
Score: 87 B
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 67 U (5/8/13), 89 B (1/24/13)
Type of inspection: Follow-up
Violations: 6-1D, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(i) ] 1. Rice under time as a public health not discarded by discard time. Foods under time as a public health control must not exceeds 4 hours for hot held potentially hazardous foods. The employee decided to discard the food. 2. Tomato salad was placed under time as a public health control with initial temperature of 57F. Foods must have the appropriate temperature (41F or below/135F or above) before placed under time as a public health control. The employee returned the food to the freezer for rapid cooling.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 11A, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(e) ] Tomato salad and macaroni salad cooled by 0-1 degrees within 1 hour in containers 6 inches or more. Potentially hazardous foods must be properly cooled by effective methods (shallow pans, ice water bath, adding ice as an ingredient, etc.). The foods were placed in the walk-in freezer.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 13A, Violation of Code: [.10(2)(g) ] Inspection report with a grade of 89 is posted instead of current score of 67. Current inspection report must be posted in public view within 15 feet of the primary entrance, 5-7 feet above the floor, and readable from one foot.  New Violation.

O'Charley's, 830 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road
Score: 88 B
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 98 A (12/26/12), 85 B (5/31/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 4-2A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(c)1(iv) ] Some foods in cooler observed uncovered. Pitchers in dining area stored uncovered. All foods must be stored covered while not in use to prevent contamination. All foods were covered during inspection.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 4-2B, Violation of Code: [.05(7)(a)1 ] Dicer, potato spiral machine, and ice machine observed with food debris or mold like substance on them. All food contact surfaces must be stored clean to sight and touch. All were cleaned during inspection.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 10D, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(d) ] Sauces and spices observed in unlabeled containers. All foods taken from their original package must be labeled with common name. All foods were labeled during inspection.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 12D, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(g) ] Observed 3 raw shrimp in vegetable sink. Vegetable sinks must only be used for preparing and washing produce. Shrimp was thrown away and sink was sanitized.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 14A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(k) ] Utensils next to the range stove observed in 85F water. Utensils may be stored in continuously running water, water maintained at 135F or above, or a clean dry surface. Water was removed and container was changed.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 15A, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(b) ] 2 cutting observed with heavy discoloration and deep cuts. Cutting surfaces must be maintained in good repair by being resurfaced or replaced when necessary. Marked as a note on last routine inspection.  New Violation. 15A, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(a) ] Racks in dry storage area, walk in coolers and prep coolers on cook line observed rusted. All equipment must be maintained in good repair. These must be repainted, coated or replaced.  New Violation.

Chonas Mexican Grill, 1032 Old Peachtree Road Suite 301
Score: 81 B
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 87 B (1/31/13), 97 A (10/31/12), 
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 1-2, Violation of Code: [.03(3)(a)-(d) ] Facility failed to employ a new certified food safety manager within 90 days of expired certificate (by 03/18/13). A class must be registered for WITHIN 10 days. Receipt of signing up for class must be provided. After completion, a copy of certificate must be faxed to Gwinnett Environmental Health office. **An informal will be done within 10 days to verify receipt of taking a class**  New Violation. 4-2A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(c)1(iv) ] Foods observed uncovered in coolers and dry storage area. Foods must be stored covered while not in use. All foods were covered during inspection.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 6-1A, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(f) ] Cold-held potentially hazardous foods not maintained below 41F or below. All cold held potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at 41F or below. All foods not in compliance was discarded.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 13A, Violation of Code: [.10(2)(g) ] Inspection report from 09/05/12 (99/A) posted. Recent inspection report must be posted at all times.  New Violation. 15A, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(q) ] Ammbient temp of walk in cooler at 44.6F. All equipment must be in good repair. Maintenance was onsite to fix cooler at end of inspection. Will verify compliance with cooler temperature prior to completing inspection.  New Violation.

Quiznos Sub, 1030 Old Peachtree Road 
Score: 97 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 86 B (12/18/12), 98 A (5/30/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 12A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(u) ] No side sneeze guards on condiment station with pickles and banana peppers. Advised on last inspection to have them installed. All food must be protected from contamination. Please have side guards installed by next routine inspection.  New Violation.

Gour Mex Restaurant (now PeruMex), 252 West Pike Street
Score: 83 B 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 91 A (8/6/12), 100 A (6/14/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 2-1C, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(a) ] Employee used his bare hands to put cheese on top of the customers food. Food was discarded at the time of inspection. Food employees shall not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 6-2, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(g) ] Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous foods not date marked: cheese, coleslaw, flan. Foods were date marked at time of inspection. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) 1) prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours, AND/OR 2) prepared and packaged by a food processing plant, shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food service establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, which is including the day the original container is opened, a maximum of seven (7) calendar days after the original container is opened, or the useby/ sell by/ expiration date, whichever comes sooner, if the food is maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 6-2, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(h) ] Ready-to-eat foods potentially hazardous foods held >7 days: eggs 4/6, shrimp 5/8-5/13; chicken 5/8-5/15 (which is 8 days). Foods were discarded at the time of inspection. Food that requires date marking shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days, except time that the product is frozen  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 8-2B, Violation of Code: [.07(6)(b) ] Multiple buckets of quat sanitizer were labeled soap. Unlabeled clear chemical in a spray bottle. Chemicals were labeled at the time of inspection. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 8-2B, Violation of Code: [.07(6)(g) ] Quat sanitizer in the sanitizer bucket was >400ppm. Sanitizer was diluted at the time of inspection. Ensure sanitizer is at approved concentrations.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.

Kampai, 1250 Scenic Highway #1300
Score: 81 B 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 90 A (4/4/13), 96 A (2/20/13)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 4-1A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(c)1(i)-(iii),(v),(viii) ] Observed employee batter raw shrimp then continue to handle equipment and a to-go order without changing gloves first. Had employee remove gloves. Employees should wash hands/change gloves before handling ready-to-eat food/equipment after touching raw foods to prevent contamination.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 4-2B, Violation of Code: [.05(7)(a)1 ] Observed employee cleaning tables with Windex and a cloth. Had employee wash tables with sanitizer spray bottle and paper towels. Tables should be cleaned using one of the two approved methods (handout provided)  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 12C, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(m) ] Observed wet wiping cloths on prep tables throughout the kitchen. Had PIC put all towels in sanitizer. Wet wiping cloths should be stored in sanitizer solution with the correct concentration.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 13A, Violation of Code: [.10(2)(g) ] Upon arrival inspection report of a 96 A from 2/20/2013 was posted. The last inspection was a 90 A on 04/04/2013. Correct report was posted during inspection. Most current report must be posted in public view at all times.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 14B, Violation of Code: [.05(10)(a) ] Several cups and large containers "wet-nested". After washing and sanitizing equipment and utensils should be air dried before stacking.  Repeat Violation. 14D, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(n) ] Observed employee use the same gloves to handle shrimp and ready-to-eat foods and single-service containers. Had employee change gloves. Gloves should be used for a single task that does not pose a risk of contamination.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.

Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville, 230 Collins Industrial Way
Score: 90 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 89 B (12/27/12), 86 B (5/9/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 4-1A, Violation of Code: [.04(4)(c)1(i)-(iii),(v),(viii) ] Container of cooked hamburgers stored on top of container of raw steaks in walkin cooler. Raw fish stored above ready-to-eat foods, raw ground beef stored on top of containers of bbq pork, and raw hamburgers stored on top of cooked meatballs in walkin freezer. Foods rearranged. Raw foods and ready-to-eat foods shall be properly stored and seperated according to internal cook temperatures to prevent cross-contamination.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 15B, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(d),(e) ] The curtains on both sides of the warewash machine contain food residue. Warewashing equipment must be cleaned frequently.  New Violation. 

Hooters of Lawrenceville, 860 Duluth Highway
Score: 92 A 
Inspection Date: May 15
Previous Score: 84 B (11/13/12), 90 A (5/14/12)
Type of inspection: Routine
Violations: 2-2D, Violation of Code: [.06(2)(o) ] There was no paper towel at hand sink located in server area. All hand sinks need to have paper towel. Paper towel was refilled during inspection.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 2-2D, Violation of Code: [.06(2)(o) ] A spoon, scrub, and sponge was stored in hand sink located next to prep sink. Hand sinks are for hand washing only, and need to be accessible so employees can wash their hands frequently. Items were removed from hand sink.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 12B, Violation of Code: [.03(5)(g) ] Employee wearing bracelet while engaged in food prep. The only jewelry allowed during food prep is a plain ring. Employee removed the bracelet when asked.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation. 17B, Violation of Code: [.06(5)(o),(p) ] Drain plug is missing in dumpster outside. Please obtain drain plug to keep liquid from leaking from dumpster and attracting pest. Could not be correct on site.  New Violation.