Longhorn Steakhouse #5224

Inspector notes: Accumulation of food debris/oil on top of grease storage and around outdoor walls in dumpster area. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Inspector notes: Observed small live flies in kitchen/bar area. The presence of pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests. 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. This was also noted in last service from pest control. Keep working with Pest control company, may need to do more frequent services.

Inspector notes: Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface ( basting brush) at grill station .Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: safe, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. COS: PIC discarded cloth and provided basting brush and spray bottle with oil.

Inspector notes: Multiple wiping cloths were stored on countertops and prep surfaces throughout the kitchen. Cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution when not in use. COS-Cloths were moved to sanitizing solution and manager will re-train all staff on storage practice.

Inspector notes: Accumulation of food debris/oil on top of grease storage in dumpster area. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Inspector notes: Flooring tiles/ baseboards loose around bar area, entrance to main kitchen and dishmachine area are collecting water and is a harborage/breeding source.(Repeat) Walk-in-cooler door with rust peeling off around corners. Rusty air vent cover above dishwashing area . Keep areas in good repair.

Inspector notes: There is a leakage through the walls between server alley and service bar, person in charge showed to EHS work order placed to fix this issue.

Inspector notes: Containers for storing bulk food with accumulation of debris on lids. Shall be clean to sight and touch.

Inspector notes: Plumbing system in handwash sink by dishmachine is in disrepair, water is backing up into the flooring.

Inspector notes: Foor tiles or baseboards loose around bar area and entrance to main kitchen are collecting water and is a harborage/breeding source.

Inspector notes: Containers for storing bulk food with accumulation of debris on lids. Shall be clean to sight and touch.

Inspector notes: Large accumulation of oil under fryer oil shuttle back of building. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Inspector notes: Observed dumpsters with lid and door open. Waste handling units shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors to prevent attraction of pests.

Inspector notes: Accumulation of old food debris under shelving unit/dry storage in back of kitchen. Accumulation of grease on side of cooking equipment/flooring. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of food and attraction of pests. Recalk is needed around sinks, prep tables splash guards. Keep physical facilities in good repair.

Inspector notes: Observed live flies in kitchen and dinning area. The presence of pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests. 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. Keep working with Pest control company, may need to do more frequent services.

Inspector notes: Handwashing sink blocked by cart with clean dishes .Hand sinks must be accessible at all times for frequent and required handwashing. COS: PIC moved cart to designated area.

Inspector notes: Half consumed bottle of water sitting on prep top cooler while food employee is making salads. COS: Drink discarded. There is a drink storage rack on wall in back prep area. Keep drinks in single-service cups with a secure lid and straw in the provided drink rack.

Inspector notes: Cooling fully cooked chicken wings portioned, bagged and stacked on a hotel pan in walk-in-cooler. To facilitate rapid cooling, chicken wings should be spread out on sheet pan and loosely covered to allow for rapid cooling and wrapped when cooling complete for storage.

Inspector notes: Accumulation of old food debris under shelving unit of dry goods in back of kitchen. Accumulation of dust in kitchen's ceiling. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of food.