Kasai Japanese Steakhouse

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cooling, storage of in-use utensilsOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Award: Not Participating,Signer: Martin Kucera

Arrived to conduct routine inspection. Establishment not open. Per posted hours establishment does not open until 4PM.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Final Construction inspection conducted with site superintendent. Construction completed and approved.Inspection report emailed to Lars.Of Note:A third Rinnai CU199i tankless water heater will be added via minor remodel to help with hot water demands. The mechanical warewashing units will not be used in tandem to allow hot water availability to other sink fixtures. Barrier exemption for establishment will still be under review during remodel process. This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.No county legal action will result from the inspection. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.

Barrier exemption information was provided from Steve from EcoServ pest management. Inspector reviewed and will discuss with GC and pest management team on 12/21/23.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Equipment inspection conducted with Site Superintendent. At the time of this inspection, this project was about 85% complete. OK to stock walk-in units only.Inspection report emailed to Lars N.Please address the following prior to next inspection:1. Provide an ASSE 1013 RPZ upstream of the misting system as discussed.2. Have the RPZ tested by certified backflow specialist and provide the report.3. Repair the drain line for the 3-comaprtment sink (leaks from first basin).4. Provide metallic bracing for the drain lines so they maintain air gap integrity with the floor sink.5. Seal all gaps, cracks, and penetrations (plumbing and electrical – bar, under sink cabinets, walk-ins, kitchen areas).6. Provide self-closer for the employee restroom door.7. Provide semi-gloss paint for the structural post inside the restroom. 8. Provide 90-degree elbow for the drain lines of walk-in cooler at the chicken walk-in cooler floor sink.9. Provide a 2-inch air gap for 3-comparmtent sink drain with floor sink.10. Provide 3/8-inch tooled in cove (polyurethane) for the equipment that will not receive vinyl cove base at the cook stations (looking for smooth and easy to clean transition). 11. Ensure grout is flush with tile in low spots (various kitchen areas and restroom).12. Continue to seal backsplash and sides of sink fitures.13. Seal the side of the hood vent as discussed.14. Air curtains should be installed over out openings such as patio opening doors and delivery doors to detour the entry of unwanted pest. A pamphlet was provided for establishment to enable barrio exemption for patio doors. Pamphlet will be reviewed, and comments will be sent to site superintendent and pest management team EcoServ. Current pamphlet is only for the fly management program, this will need to be extended to the deterrent of cockroach, rodents, birds, mosquitos, wasps, bees etc. 15. Ensure all construction has ceased and equipment is on holding proper temps.Of Note:If you are planning to use rice acidification for shelf-life extension of the sushi rice instead of time as a control. Variance approval is required and must be obtained by the Department prior to conducting a specialized food process, or alternative process that requires a HACCP/Variance plan that authorizes a modification or waiver of code requirements, if in the opinion of the Department, a health hazard or nuisance will not result from the variance. This needs to be done ASAP.Please continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 506-6824 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.