Sparks Station Bar & Grill, 1221 Commerce St, Sparks, NV - inspection findings and violations



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Name: SPARKS STATION BAR & GRILL
Address: 1221 Commerce St, Sparks, NV
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 8/17/2015
Score
99

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Inspection findings

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  • [1] Wiping clothes: clean; use restricted
    Observed moist towels on bar; moist wiping cloths must be kept in sanitizer solutions between uses to prevent bacterial growth – corrected on site
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Fridges <=41FIce machine clan/scoop storage okBathroom clean and stockedHandsink clean and stockedFood storage good100 ppm CL sanitizer solutionReviewed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foodNo CFPM’s at facilityNone have taken/failed CFPM exam
8/17/2015Routine Inspection 1st99
  • [1] Wiping clothes: clean; use restricted
    Observed moist towels on the bar. Moist wiping cloths must be kept in sanitizing solution between uses to prevent bacteria growth.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Handsink clean and stockedTest strips availableSpeed gun cleanIce scoop storage goodIce machine clean All fridges <=40F
10/21/2014Routine Inspection 1st99
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Handsinks clean and stockedIce machine clean/ice scoop storage 3 compartment sink 50-100 ppm ClFood storage goodAll fridges <=41F
11/12/2013Routine Inspection 1st100
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Glass bar washer repaired and noted with 100 ppm chlorine.All violations corrected at tiem fo re-inspection. Thank you.Do test glass washer prior to washing barware on a daily basis.
9/18/2012Routine Reinspection 1st100
  • [2] Food protected during storage; preparation; display; service; transportation
    Observed metal stirring spoon for mixing drinks stored in ice bin used for beverages. Discontinue this practice. Do not store anything with the ice used for making beverages other than the ice scoop. Ice scoop must be stored with the handle out of the ice to minimize contact with the ice. * Corrected on site.
  • [4] Sanitization rinse; clean; temperature concentration; exposure time; equipment; utensils sanitized
    Observed barwasher with no recordable chlorine sanitizer. Dishwasher not dispensing proper levels of sanitizer. Repair unit to dispense adequate amounts of sanitizer to ensure proper sanitization.Bar has a 3 compartment sink in back. Please use the 3 compartment sink to set up sanitization step. Use 1 cap of bleach to 1 gallon of water and test solution to be at levels between 50-100 ppm. All barware must be washed; rinsed and sanitized. Dishwasher may be used to wash and rinse and use one basin at 3 compartment sink for sanitize step. All barware and equipment must be fully immersed in chlorine/bleach solution for at least 1 minute and than allowed to air dry. Bar washer to be repaired within 48 hours.
  • [2] Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean; free of abrasives; detergents
    Observed bar gun and bar gun holder with visible mold like substance. Both the bar gun spout and the holder must be cleaned and sanitized on a daily basis. Do acquire a brush to manually scrub both items to prevent mold growth.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Hand sinks properly stocked with liquid soap and sanitary disposable towels. Cold holding units checked OK and recorded below 40 F. Bathrooms properly stocked and clean.Dairy dates current.A reinspection is required. Please call health inspector if bar washer is not repaired by 09/15/12.
9/13/2012Routine Inspection 1st92
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    No violations observed at time of inspection.Glass washer recorded with 100 ppm chlorine; test strips available.Handsinks properly stocked with liquid soap and sanitary disposable towels.Health warning posted.All cold holding recorded below 40 F.All dairy dates current.Action items to be corrected:1) Clean spill on floor next to bag in the box soda system.2) Clean cabinet of all food debris buildup in popcorn storage cabinet.Reviewed with operator to remove nozzle on speed gun and speed gun holder on a daily basis to prevent mold buildup.
10/11/2011Routine Inspection 1st100
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes:All violations corrected at time of re-inspection.Bleach dishwasher recorded @ 200 ppm. Reviewed with operator to test dishwahser at least once per shift to verify dishwasher is dispensing chlorine and dishwasher is properly sanitizing barware and equipment.
4/12/2010Routine Reinspection 1st100
  • [4] Sanitization rinse; clean; temperature concentration; exposure time; equipment; utensils sanitized
    140) Dishwasher not dispensing proper levels of sanitizer. Repair unit to dispense adequate amounts of sanitizer to ensure proper sanitization.Dishwasher observed with no measureable Bleach sanitizer.Facility shall use dishwasher to wash and rinse barware and use 3 compartment sink in back kitchen to sanitize.Use one cap of bleach ot one gallon of water to sanitize all barware and equipment.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes:Cold holding units recorded < 36 F.All use by dates current on juices and dairy.All handsinks properly stocked.Proper icescoop storage.Speed gun holder and gun clean.Facility shall replace broken bulb in back exit area where bag in the box soda system is stored.A reinspection is required.
4/8/2010Routine Inspection 1st96
  • [1] Thermometers provided and conspicuous
    080) Thermometer missing in cold holding unit. Ensure all refrigeration and freezer units are stocked with a conspicuously placed thermometer in order to monitor unit temperature.Install a thermometer in cold holding produce reach in reefer. Unit cold holding at 40 F; thermocouple reading.
  • [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.Facility shall provide liquid handsoap in employee restroom. Do not use bar handsoap.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    04/09/10
4/2/2010Routine Inspection 1st97
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes:All violations corrected at time of inspection. Thank you. Bleach sanitizer recorded @ 100 ppm at dishwasher.
2/19/2009Routine Reinspection 1st100
  • [2] Food protected during storage; preparation; display; service; transportation
    Observed ice for drinks stored directly on cold plate. Ice for drinks shall be stored in another container to create a barrier from the cold plate to avoid cross contamination. This is a repeat violation from 2008.
  • [2] Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Observed speed gun and speed gun holders with a mold like substance. Shall clean and sanitize speed gun and speed gun holders on a routine basis to prevent possible cross contamination.
  • [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.Facility shall acquire chlorine/bleach test strips for dishwasher and monitor sanitizer at levels for chlorine between 50-100 ppm. Recorded chlorine @ 100 ppm.
  • [1] Installed; maintained
    Observed drain tubes with no air gap into floor sink. Cut and secure all drain tubes leading into floor sink so that tubes do not rest on bottom of floor sink.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Notes: Reach in containing dairy products @ 30 F. Handsinks properly stocked. Alcohol warning sign posted in women's bathroom. A reinpsection is required.
2/10/2009Routine Inspection 1st93
  • [2] Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located
    Observed ice for drinks stored directly on the older style cold plate. Ice for drinks shall be stored in another container to create a barrier from the cold plate to avoid possible cross-contamination.Facility shall clean and sanitize ice machine. Observed some growth on the deflector plate.
  • [1] Floors; constructed; drained; clean; good repair; covering installation; dustless cleaning methods
    Facility shall install floor tiles around and under dishwasher. Observed bare wood floor in this area. All floors shall be smooth and easily cleanable.
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    The following was observed at the time of inspection:Facility shall post NRS 446 (Health Warning); copy provided to operator.Dishwasher/glass washer checked ok at 50-100ppm chlorine.Reach-in refrigeration with dairy product checked at 34 degrees.Speed guns and cup holders observed clean.Handsink and restroom stocked with sanitary towels and soap.
10/22/2008Routine Inspection 1st97
  • General Comments that relate to this Inspection
    Ok to issue Health Permit with the following conditions:Facility shall install a sanitary towel dispenser at front handsink.Facility shall clean and sanitize ice-machine; in addition; the ice-scoop shall be stored in a cleanable location.Facility shall remove all articles away from the handsink to encourage frequent handwashing.Facility shall post NRS 446 Health Warning.Facility shall clean all speed guns and cup holders.Facility shall clean and sanitize all reach-in refrigeration; in addition; all units with dairy product shall have thermometers.note:Facility has plans to renovate restrooms within the next 2-3 months.
10/17/2008Routine Inspection 1st100

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