Desert Sunset Bar, 1435 E 4th St, Reno, NV - inspection findings and violations



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Name: DESERT SUNSET BAR
Address: 1435 E 4th St, Reno, NV
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: 4/30/2015
Score
95

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

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  • [5] Sewage and waste water disposal
    Observed sewage spill from ceiling. Permit to operate is suspended until facility is completely inspected by WCHD. Operator must contact WCHD at 328-2434 to request a reinspection. If facility is not completely ready to be operational at that time a $71 reinspection fee will be assessed for each additional reinspection thereafter. Under no circumstances shall any beverages be served from this location. Evidence exists that appears to show the bar has been operating recently. (beer kegs hooked up; soda lines charged; 3 comp sink containted water; etc.)
4/30/2015Routine Inspection 1st95
  • [5] Source sound condition; no spoilage
    Spoiled jar of olives on reach-In. Discard olives and rotated stocked to ensure food safety.
  • [2] Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Reach-In not working either repair the unit or have it removed from the facility.
  • [2] Accurate thermometers; chemical test kits provided; gauge cock (1/4" IPS Valve)
    No test stripes at facility. Obtain test stripes to ensure proper sanitiation is occuring during cleaning process.
  • [2] Toilet rooms: self closing doors; fixtures maintained; clean; hand soap/drying devices provided; proper waste receptacle
    Keep hand sinks stocked with soap and paper towels at all times to ensure proper hand washing.
  • [1] Floors; constructed; drained; clean; good repair; covering installation; dustless cleaning methods
    Floor in need of repair. Repair the floor behind the bar to maintain a smooth; durable; and easily cleanable surface.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes-Reach-In 32F-Reach-Inn 39F.-All lights properly shielded.-Alcohol warning properly posted.
11/24/2014Routine Inspection 1st88
  • [4] Facilities to maintain product temperature
    Cold holding unit not maintaining proper temperature. Repair unit to maintain 40 degrees F or below to prevent bacteria growth. Two units not working. Keg cooler holding at 30F; use this cooler to hold protectional hazardous foods until other coolers at repaired.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes-WALK-IN COOLER STILL NOT TO BE USED.-WALK-IN COOLER STILL HAS NO FLOOR.-WALK-IN COOLER STILL HAS WOOD WALLS.-WALK-IN COOLER WILL NEED TO BE REPAIRED AND BROUGHT UP TO CODE BEFORE IT CAN BE USED.-All hand sink have soap and paper towels.-Ice mahine ok.-Ice scoop storabge ok.-Reach-In door handle repaired.-Alcohol warning properly posted.
8/29/2013Routine Reinspection 1st96
  • [4] Facilities to maintain product temperature
    Cold holding unit not maintaining proper temperature. Repair unit to maintain 40 degrees F or below to prevent bacteria growth.
  • [2] Handling of food; ice; minimized
    Inappropriate storage of food in ice machine. Make sure no food products are stored in service ice.
  • [1] In-use food; ice dispensing utensils properly stored
    Store ice/food scoops within separate clean container or in product with handle up to minimize hand contact with product.
  • [2] Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Mold build up on deflector plate. Clean deflector plate to ensure clean ice is served to customers.
  • [1] Non-food contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Repair handle in reach-In cooler to hold beer and beer glasses.
  • [2] Toilet rooms: self closing doors; fixtures maintained; clean; hand soap/drying devices provided; proper waste receptacle
    Keep hand sinks stocked with soap and paper towels at all times to ensure proper hand washing.
  • [1] Raw / undercooked food advisory; liquor birth defect warning signs posted as required
    Post liquor birth defect warning sign as required.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes-WALK-IN COOLER NOT TO BE USED.-WALK-IN COOLER HAS NO FLOOR.-WALK-IN COOLER HAS WOOD WALLS.-WALK-IN COOLER WILL HAVE TO BE REPAIR AND UP TO CODE BEFORE IT CAN BE USED.-Hand sinks all have working water.-Three compartment sink ok.-Test stripes available.-Ice machine working properly
8/21/2013Routine Inspection 1st87
  • [5] Source sound condition; no spoilage
    010) All food must be kept free of spoilage and/or contamination. Observed orange juice with the expiration date "1/10/11." Need to discard. Corrected on site.
  • [5] Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirements during storage; preparation; display; service; transportation
    030) Potentially hazardous food found out of temperature. Ensure all cold foods maintain 40 degrees F or less and hot foods maintain 140 degrees F or more to prevent bacteria growth. The unit with the orange juice contained other perishable food but the ambient temperature was 65F. Need to discard - corrected on site.
  • [4] Facilities to maintain product temperature
    040) Cold holding unit not maintaining proper temperature. Repair unit to maintain 40 degrees F or below to prevent bacteria growth. Reach-m fridge behind bar containing food was at 65F. Need to repair or remove unit.
  • [1] In-use food; ice dispensing utensils properly stored
    090) Store ice/food scoops within separate clean container to minimize hand contact with product. Observed ice scoop being stored on top of the ice machine.
  • [5] Cross connection; back siphonage; backflow
    Drain pipe from the handsink and the 3 compartment sink is below the top of the floor sink. Need to cut pipes so there is an air gap from the drainage pipes to the floor sink to prevent back siphonage.
  • [1] Lighting provided as required; fixtures shielded
    Need to replace or repair the lights in the women's restroom.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    ** Permit has been suspended**Call for reinspectionOwner/Operator said they are currently not operating and are aware of the issues stated above. Ensure all restrooms are stocked with towels and liquid soap. Observed extra glassware being stored in the basement on the floor; these are extras only and are not currently being used. Also observed small pizza ovens and hot holding units in the basement. No food service is allowed in this facility without approval from the Health Department.
4/18/2012Routine Inspection 1st79
  • [2] Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean; free of abrasives; detergents
    170) Food contact surfaces (Ice machine) dirty. All food contact surfaces must be clean and free of debris.
  • [1] Lighting provided as required; fixtures shielded
    370) Adequate lighting not provided. Provide sufficient lighting to ensure food protection and proper cleaning.370) Lights not shielded. Provide light shields or use shatterproof bulbs to prevent potential glass contamination of food.
  • [1] Rooms and equipment - vented as required
    Replace vent fan in Women's room.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Handsinks were fully stockedReach-in Refrig. were <40FSpeed gun clean3-comp sink used for Bar wareCustomer restrooms were clean and stocked
11/16/2011Routine Inspection 1st96
  • [2] Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean; free of abrasives; detergents
    Facility shall clean speed guns and cup holders; observed some growth.Facility shall clean and sanitize ice-machine; observed growth on deflector plate.
  • [1] Non-food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
    Facility shall clean reach-in refrigeration units; observed debris.
  • [2] Toilet rooms: self closing doors; fixtures maintained; clean; hand soap/drying devices provided; proper waste receptacle
    Facility shall install a sanitary towel dispenser at handsink; sanitary towels are necessary for effective handwashing.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes:Reach-in unit checked at approximately 36 degrees ambient temperature; however; facility shall discard juices past the expiration date.Glasses are washed using proper three-compartment santization.
11/9/2010Routine Inspection 1st95
  • [2] Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Need to clean ice machine
  • [2] Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean; free of abrasives; detergents
    Need to clean Bar Dispensing gun and holder.
  • [2] Accurate thermometers; chemical test kits provided; gauge cock (1/4" IPS Valve)
    200) Inaccurate thermometeres/no chemical test kits available. Must provide accurate thermometers/chemical test kits.
  • [2] Toilet rooms: self closing doors; fixtures maintained; clean; hand soap/drying devices provided; proper waste receptacle
    310) Keep hand sinks stocked with soap and paper towels at all times to ensure proper hand washing. Need to supply toilet paper in Men's restroom.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Handsinks fully stockedReach-in refreg were <40FAll Dairy currentCustomer restrooms clean
12/9/2009Routine Inspection 1st92
  • [2] Accurate thermometers; chemical test kits provided; gauge cock (1/4" IPS Valve)
    No test strips for ensuring proper sanitation of glasses. Obtain test strips and ensure that sanitizing solution is @ 200ppm quat.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Hand sink stockedRestroom stockedFacility clean Speed gun clean
12/4/2008Routine Inspection 1st98

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