Denny's

Inspector's notes

-- Hand sinks near combi oven and near server station in front of house observed with a continuous leak. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Multiple buckets of standing water set up in kitchen: standing water under 3-compartment sink and standing water under mechanical dishwasher area. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids and rainwater shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- -- In reach-in prep refrigerator near grill, observed hash browns, turkey bacon, deli ham, deli turkey, shredded cheddar cheese, and chorizo with temperatures ranging from 45°F-52°F using probing thermometer. The ambient temperature of the reach-in refrigerator initially measured at 56.3°F using min/max thermometer. The person in charge stated food safety temperatures were checked a couple hours prior to the inspection, and both the unit and all TCS items in it were cold holding at or below 41°F. At the time of inspection, the items were kept in the unit and completely submerged in an ice bath to rapidly cool back down to 41°F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Using min/max thermometer, the ambient temperature of reach-in prep refrigerator initially measured at 56.3°F. See violation above. At the time of inspection, the lid and all doors/openings to the unit were kept closed, and the temperatures began to decrease from 50.3°F to 48.7°F within minutes. Discussed with the PIC ensuring employees are keeping doors and the lid for unit closed as much as possible so that it maintains cold holding temperatures at 41°F or below. A work order also was placed at the time of inspection to verify unit can maintain cold holding temperatures. The establishment has sufficient refrigeration space to remain open while awaiting repairs for equipment. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Several broken floor tiles observed throughout the kitchen: under dishwasher and near exits towards outdoor. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- At prep sink, observed a bag of mac and cheese and sweet cream thawing in room temperature container of water. Reviewed approved thawing methods with the person in charge (PIC). The following are approved: • Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or less; or completely submerged under running water (water must be 70°F or cooler and must have sufficient velocity to float off loose particles). At the time of inspection, the PIC placed items in walk-in refrigerator. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Observed several holes and cracks/gaps in the walls, floor tiles, and ceiling. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Observed several ceiling light fixtures with a cracked or missing protective shield throughout the facility. Light bulbs shall 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Observed hydrated hash browns and sliced turkey bacon in reach-in prep cooler with internal temperatures ranging from 50°F-52°F using probing thermometer. The PIC stated the items were removed from cold holding and placed in the unit around 6:00 AM. At the time of inspection, the hash browns and turkey bacon was voluntarily discarded. Ensure TCS foods are maintained at 41°F or less when cold holding. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring -- Observed a live German cockroach in dish area. The person in charge (PIC) provided most recent pest control reports from earlier today, 4/1/2024 showing cockroaches are being targeted. Reviewed approved pest control methods/prevention with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained -- Observed pipe leaks throughout the facility: spray faucet in dish area and behind the ice machine. Discussed with management repairing all leaking equipment, faucets, and pipes. Please ensure that all plumbing systems are maintained in good repair and are free of leaks. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed hole in wall above electrical outlet, and hole in the floor underneath storage racks in dry storage area. Additionally, observed hole in wall in kitchen office. Advised person in charge (PIC) that walls and flooring shall be maintained in good repair and ensure they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC stated they will have the walls and floor cleaned as soon as possible. Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed debris underneath wire storage racks in walk-in dry storage area. Advised person in charge (PIC) that areas underneath equipment shall be cleaned to sight and touch and at a frequency to prevent debris build up. PIC stated they will have areas underneath equipment cleaned as soon as possible. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd