Restaurant Inspections: Johnston

JOHNSTON, RI — The state health department sent inspectors to 44 Johnston eateries and found at least one problem at 27 establishments. However, 17 had no violations. Information is from the health department's latest round of inspections. If your favorite spot is not listed, it wasn't inspected this year (starting from Jan. 1, 2017).

1) 1302 MARKETPLACE INC
1302 ATWOOD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 01/25/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

The can opener (kitchen) had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer taken out of service to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.

Inspector observed stuffed peppers, located in the walk-in cooler, being held past their date-mark. Disposed.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of black residue and other debris. PIC informed that unit must be professionally cleaned and sanitized.

2) BAR 101

1478 ATWOOD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 02/27/2017

4 Violations

Inspector Comments

The ice machine had an accumulation of soil residue and other debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.

Chicken and stuffed peppers, located in the refrigerator, were not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food, prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours, must be marked with the date of preparation.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the 1 door freezer have an accumulation of food residue and other debris.

The floor in the kitchen is in poor repair. Inspector observed missing floor tiles. The physical facilites must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.

3) Baxs Ice Cream, 46 Waveland St. No violations.

4) BAY TREE CAFE

1031 Plainfield St. Unit 6, 02919

Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/30/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

Inspector observed vacuum packaged ham steak on-site done by owner. Disposed. PIC informed to cease practice and obtain permission from RIDOH.

The establishment is lacking a variance for specialized processes. PIC informed.

The door located on the deli unit was not in good repair. Inspector observed tape being used to hold door up. PIC stated part has been ordered.

5) BJS Wholesale Club No 208, 200 Stonehill Marketplace on Atwood Avenue. No Violations.

6) BON ASIAN BISTRO
1386 ATWOOD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/02/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

The floor in the rear storage area is in poor repair. Inspector observed tile and grout missing. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

7) BORRELLIS BAKERY

1551 PLAINFIELD PK JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Food Processor Retail - In-State
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 04/20/2017

5 Violations

Inspector Comments

The pre-flush spray hose at the 3-bay is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.

The dumpster outside is located on the ground. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

The emergency release knob in the walk-in cooler is in poor repair. The physical facilites must be maintained in good repair.

Observed various items still located within the bakery kitchen such as old equipment, various items not essential to business. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter.

Protective shielding is not provided for the light in the front area above first cold display case. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

8) BROOKDALE POCASSET BAY

12 OLD POCASSET LN JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/24/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

The handsink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. PIC informed.

Inspector observed some food residue on the nonfood-contact surfaces of the slicer. PIC informed and is to wash, rinse and sanitize unit.

The wall (left side) located in the mop room is lacking approved material.

9) BUDDYS DINER
2 BETSY WILLIAMS CT JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Mobile Food Service
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/23/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

Spinach pies were held between 54-57 degrees F. in the refrigerator. The ambient temperature was 50 degrees F. Potentially hazardous food must be held at 41 degrees F. or below except during preparation, cooking or cooling. All potentially hazardous foods held below 41 degrees F. or below were moved to the freeze during the inspection. The spinach pies were voluntarily disposed of.

10) BURGER KING NO 1461
1375 HARTFORD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/25/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

The 3 bay sink is lacking stoppers.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the salad spinner have an accumulation of food residue and other debris. PIC place salad spinner in 3 bay sink to be cleaned and sanitized.

The floors throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

11) CALIFORNIA TACO
1428 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/10/2017

4 Violations

Inspector Comments

Inspector observed raw hamburger patties and sliced deli ham being stored in the same container. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Disposed.

The slicer had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.

Working containers of dried condiments/foods are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food. PIC informed.

Hotel pans are being used as scoops in containers of rice and beans. Utensils used to dispense non-potentially hazardous foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.

12) Cherry Hill Manor, 2 Cherry Hill Road. No Violations.

13) Cookie Lady And Company Incorporated, 560 Killingly St. No Violations.

14) Corner Pocket Billiards And Grill, 1428 Hartford Ave. No Violations.

15) D PALMIERIS BAKERY
624 KILLINGLY STREET JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Food Processor Wholesale - In-State
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/18/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

The handsink in the rear prep room was lacking paper towels. PIC provided paper towels during inspection.

The handsink in the rear prep room was blocked by a baker's rack. A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. PIC moved baker's rack during inspection.

Employees clothing/other personal belongings were observed in the storage area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Owner informed.

16) Dunkin Donuts, 1491 Atwood Ave. No Violations.

17) DUNKIN DONUTS
1680 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/12/2017

2 Violations

Inspector Comments

The hand sinks are lacking signage stating "Employees must wash hands".

Working containers of sugar are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.

18) EDDIE'S

1571 PLAINFIELD PIKE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 01/19/2017

5 Violations

Inspector Comments

An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (bread) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves or dispensing equipment. Bread removed from establishment.

Bags of dry ingredients (flour, etc.) are stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC informed.

Milk crates are used as shelves in the food prep area. Non food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material. PIC informed.

Inspector observed clutter (under pizza ovens) and several pieces of unused equipment throughout kitchen. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

The floors in the walk-in refrigerator is constructed of plywood which is not durable, easily cleanable or nonabsorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas and toilet rooms.

19) EXPRESSOS
2949 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 05/25/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments
The establishment does not employ a full-time, on site manager certified in food safety. Each food establishment where potentially hazardous foods are prepared shall employ at least one (1) full-time, onsite manager certified in food safety who is at least eighteen (18) years of age.

The can opener had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener placed in 3 bay sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.

Staff are not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment utensils, linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

20) FRISKIE FRIES
751 HARTFORD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Mobile Food Service
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/17/2017

2 Violations

Inspector Comments

Cheese, hot dogs, and meat were held between 52-56 degrees. Potentially hazardous food must be held at 41 degrees F. or below except during preparation, cooking or cooling. Per person in charge unit was loaded an hour before. All food relocated to ice baths for event. Meat and hot dogs were heated to be hot held. Unit is not to be used for potentially hazardous foods until operating properly.

Cold hold unit not maintaining temp. Fan not turning on in unit. Ambient temp 61 degrees. Unit must be serviced.

21) JOHNAS
659 KILLINGLY ST JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 07/06/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

Establishment is lacking a HAACP plan for the vacuum packaging of raw fish.

22) Johnston Senior High School, 345 Cherry Hill Road. No Violations.

23) KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN OF JOHNSTON INC
1477 ATWOOD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/13/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

The floor in the (grease trap) area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

24) LA NUOVA PIZZERIA
1417 ATWOOD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 07/05/2017

8 Violations

Inspector Comments

Dish cloths were observed in the hand sink. A handwashing sink must not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink cleared during inspection.

Cookies, brownies and pizza strips packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents and the name and place of the business.

The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

Gaskets located on several refrigeration units were not in good repair. Inspector observed torn and soiled gaskets.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of several refrigeration units (interior and exterior) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. PIC informed.

The plumbing to the 3 bay sink is in poor repair. Inspector observed a leak.

The condensate from the (sandwich) refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

The floor in the walk-in cooler has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

25) Little Rhody Franks, 5 Day St. No Violations.

26) Luigi's Gourmet Express, Inc, 1359 Hartford Ave. No Violations.

27) Morgan Health Center, 80 Morgan Ave. No Violations.

28) PIZZERIA ROMANA
BLDG 3 NO 6 JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/06/2017

6 Violations

Inspector Comments

An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (lettuce, bread) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves or dispensing equipment. Person in charge spoke with staff about RTF and bare hand contact. Lettuce was re-washed. Bread was disposed into garbage.

The handsink in the kitchen was blocked by a trash bin. A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

The can opener had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

Working containers of various dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the knife rack and ice machine chute have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.

3-bay sink pipe is leaking into a container. Per interview with person in charge service was called.

29) RHODE ISLAND BEEF & VEAL INC
60 ARMENTO STREET JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/28/2017

2 Violations

Inspector Comments

The handsink in the kitchen was blocked by a cutting board. A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. An employee cleared handsink during inspection.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the track doors (display meat coolers) have an accumulation of food residue and other debris.

30) ROAD RUNNERS FOOD MART INC
2862 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 04/25/2017

7 Violations

Inspector Comments

Eggs were stored above ready to eat foods. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

Facility is lacking a 3 bay sink. Owner is to install 3 bay sink and non-porous wall in small back room.

The receptacle in the unisex bathroom is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

The bathroom is lacking paper towels.

The dumpster outside has a large rotted opening. Needs replacement.

The dumpster outside is located on the ground. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

The fan covers in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust. Fan covers to be cleaned routinely to prevent buildup.

31) Sans Gluten Artisan Bakery, UNIT D. No Violations.

32) SCRAMBLERS II

2 GREENVILLE AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919

Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/20/2017

5 Violations

Inspector Comments

The establishment does not employ a full-time, on site manager certified in food safety. Each food establishment where potentially hazardous foods are prepared shall employ at least one (1) full-time, onsite manager certified in food safety who is at least eighteen (18) years of age.

The handsink in the kitchen was blocked by a rolling cart. A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Handsink cleared during inspection.

Several raw animal foods were stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator (such as raw beef and shell eggs over home fries). Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC rearranged food items during inspection.

The door located to the deep chest freezer was not in good repair. Inspector observed broken plastic and exposed insulation.

The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.

33) Seasons Corner Market, 1680 Hartford Ave., No Violations.

34) SEASONS CORNER MARKET
525 KILLINGLY STREET JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 04/25/2017

2 Violations

Inspector Comments

Mop sink backflow in poor repair. Work order to be placed by manager for repair.

The floor in the walk in cooler under and beside shelving has an accumulation of residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

35) SHELL
1396 HARTFORD AVENUE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Cash Registers - 1-2
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/05/2017

4 Violations

Inspector Comments

The ice machine had an accumulation of mold and other debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.

Milk and other beverages are stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC informed.

The nonfood-contact surfaces of the cabinet (front handsink) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.

Inspector observed dirt and debris in third compartment of 3 bay sink. Per interview of PIC, mop water is being disposed of in 3 bay sink. Liquid waste to be disposed of in utility sink.

36) SUBWAY
2656 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919

Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 04/25/2017

3 Violations

Inspector Comments

Quarternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 ppm. A quarternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers label. Manufacturer broad spectrum 150-400 ppm.

The area around the dumpster outside has an accumulation of dirt covering the concrete dumpster pad.

The back door to the establishment is in poor repair (rotted on the bottom) and does not close tightly both above and below. Door needs to be replaced. Person in charge states a new door has been on order.

37) Super Stop And Shop No 703, 11 Commerce. No Violations.

38) Svetlo Adult Day Care, 2225 Plainfield Pike. No Violations.

39) Taste Of Island, 57 Highland Ave. No Violations.

40) THE BAKERY
64 PUTNAM PIKE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Food Processor Retail - In-State
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/08/2017

5 Violations

Inspector Comments

The establishment does not employ a full-time, on site manager certified in food safety. Each food establishment where potentially hazardous foods are prepared shall employ at least one (1) full-time , onsite manager certified in food safety who is at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Plywood is used in the construction of the slicer table in the bakery area. Non food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

The 3 bay sink is lacking a faucet. A faucet that reaches all three bays of the 3 bay sink is required.

The condensate from the 2 dr display refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.

The handsink the retail bakery area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

41) This Guys Pizza, 80 Greenville Ave. No Violations.

42) Tomato City Pizza, 1501 D Hartford Ave. No Violations.

43) WICKED FRESH CAFE
1345 HARTFORD AVE JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/05/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

The floor in the mop sink area is in poor repair. Floor needs to be sealed and protected. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

44) WINGS ON 5
1463 ATWELLS AVE UNIT E AND F JOHNSTON, RI 02919
Facility Type: Seats - Less than 50
Facility Status: Pending
Inspection Date: 06/09/2017

1 Violation

Inspector Comments

The establishment does not employ a full-time, on site manager certified in food safety. Each food establishment where potentially hazardous foods are prepared shall employ at least one (1) full-time, onsite manager certified in food safety who is at least eighteen (18) years of age.

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