The Bearded Barber

Inspector's notes

Observed the only handwashing sink at the bar area with a strainer and straws/ice blocking the sink basin at the time of inspection. Handwashing sinks shall be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection and will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed coconut cream 50*F and TCS opened cold brew 51*F marked refrigerate after opening in the reach in cooler at the time of inspection in an undercounter refrigeration unit at the bar. Per PIC, TCS products have been in the unit for a few days and unit is typically only used for non TCS foods as it is set to temperatures greater than 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. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed establishment using mechanical chlorine dishwasher for sanitizing. PIC and employee were unable to locate chlorine test strips on site at the time of inspection. Instructed employees to obtain chlorine test strips to ensure chlorine sanitizer solution can be properly tested. Obtain prior to re-inspection on 9/11/26 (proof may be sent electronically). Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 9/11/26.

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Observed set of knives stored in gap between prep cooler and prep table. In-use utensils shall be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles shall be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed accumulation of dust along ceiling tiles next to kitchen vent covers, organic matter inside floor sink below bar counter, and food debris below bar counter. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed whole milk 47*F and 1/2 & 1/2 milk 50*F in an undercounter refrigeration unit at the bar. Per PIC, TCS milk products have been in the unit since Sunday and unit is typically only used for non TCS foods. 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. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed house made orgeat and cortado with TCS milk ingredients in the reach in fridge with no date marking. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). PIC stated TCS food items were prepared on 8/24. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Consecutive repeat: 2nd. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed several packages of raw ROP salmon thawed in prep table. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. PIC was instructed to take the ROP fish out of packaging at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed air gap of less than one inch between the pipe for the prewash sink and prep sink by the dish pit. An air gap of 1 inch above the floor drain is required for backflow prevention. PIC adjusted PVC pipes to 1" above the floor drain at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed build up of organic matter on the ceiling of the walk in cooler and dust build up on the vent fans of the walk-in cooler.

Observed three half pans of cooked beef roasts in the walk-in cooler without a date label, as well as additional cooked beef in the cooler adjacent to the walk-in without a proper label. The person in charge (PIC) stated the meat was cooked and cooled on Saturday, 03/22. PIC was informed that all ready to eat (RTE) and temperature/time control for safety (TCS) items that require date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of inspection. 3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

Observed PVC drain pipes for both the circular ice machine along the back of the bar as well as the regular ice machine on the far side of the bar resting within the drain manifold/rim. The PIC was informed that all drain pipes need to rest at least one inch (1in) above the drain manifold/rim to prevent any potential backflow contamination events with food contact surfaces. PIC utilized zip ties to raise the regular ice machine drain pipe to the required height and cut the PVC for the circular ice machine to the required height. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of Inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap

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Observed chemical spray bottle nozzle facing toward citrus fruit and mint leaves at bar.

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Observed in use dish machine with no test strips at time of inspection.