JUNE 2010
No Critical Violations
Routine facility inspections are made without
advance notice. It is important to keep in mind that inspections
are only a “snapshot” in the entire year of a facility’s
operation and they are not always reflective of the day-to-day
operations and overall condition of the operation.
No critical violations were found during routine inspections
at the following establishments:
The Antlers, V-Dryden
Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill, V-Lansing
Benchwarmers Restaurant, C-Ithaca
Bru Dogs, Throughout Tompkins County
Casey’s Diner, V-Freeville
Country Club of Ithaca, T-Ithaca
Crossroads Bar & Grill, T-Lansing
Dryden Lake Golf Course, T-Dryden
Elm Tree Inn, V-Groton
Fingerlakes Chinese Buffet, C-Ithaca
Five Guys Burgers & Fries, C-Ithaca
Franziska Racker Center, T-Ulysses
The Frosty Cow, T-Dryden
Gifts & More, Throughout Tompkins County
Gimme! Coffee, V-Trumansburg
Gimme! Coffee, C-Ithaca
Hillendale Golf Course, T-Enfield
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches, C-Ithaca
Khmer Angkor Cambodian Food, T-Lansing
Lansing Residential Center, T-Lansing
Louis Gossett Jr. Residential Center, T-Lansing
Loyal Order of the Moose, C-Ithaca
Not My Dad’s, V-Trumansburg
Old Tea House, C-Ithaca
On A Roll Catering Madoosie’s Scoops, Throughout Tompkins County
Osakaya Commissary, V-Groton
PDR’s Catering, Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Panera Bread Bakery & Cafe, C-Ithaca
Prize Diner, C-Ithaca
Purity Ice Cream, Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Ron Don’s on the Green, V-Trumansburg
Rongovian Embassy to the USA, V-Trumansburg
Samuri Japanese Restaurant, C-Ithaca
Sarges Auction Sales, T-Groton
Scoops, T-Lansing
Stella’s Barn Restaurant, T-Newfield
Sugar Shack Shaved Ice, C-Ithaca
Taco Bell #9587, C-Ithaca
Taughannock Farms Inn Food Service, T-Ulysses
Toad’s Too, V-Freeville
Tucker’s Catering, Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
William Henry Miller Inn Food Service, C-Ithaca
ZaZa’s Cucina, C-Ithaca
Temporary Food Service Establishment Permits are issued for single events at one location
No critical violations were found
at the following Temporary establishments:
Dryden Dairy Days, V-Dryden:
4-H Exchange Club
Cayuga Concessions
Dryden Grange
Dryden Kiwanis
Dryden United Methodist Church
Holy Cross Church
Ithaca Festival, The Commons, C-Ithaca:
B & B Kettle Korn
Bella Luna Ices
Blue Moon Catering
Lao Village
New York Almond Co.
Real Falafel Naturally Good Food
Travelers Kitchen
Tropical Cape Cod Smoothies
Wild Bill’s Olde Fashion Soda Pop Co.
Ithaca Festival, Stewart Park, C-Ithaca:
B & B Kettle Korn
Bella Luna Italian Ices
New York Almond Co.
Real Falafel Naturally Good Foods
Travelers Kitchen
Tropical Cape Code Smoothies
Wild Bill’s Olde Fasion Soda Pop Co.
Lansing Field Days, T-Lansing:
Lansing Fire Department
Playland Amusements French Fries
Playland Amusements Fried Dough
Playland Amusements Lemonade
Playland Amusements Pizza
Playland Amusements Popcorn
Playland Amusements Ribbon Fries
Taste of the Nation, T-Ithaca:
Cayuga Medical Center
Crystal Lake Cafe
Ithaca Farmers Market
Knapp Winery & Vineyard Restaurant
Loaves & Fishes
Red Newt Cellars Winery & Bistro
Other:
Agape Bible Church Chicken BBQ, T-Ulysses
Bethel Grove Bible Church Youth Group Chicken BBQ, C-Ithaca
Carrington-Fuller Post 800 Groton 150th Year Celebration, V-Groton
Carrington-Fuller Post 800 Vietnam Veterans Highway Motorcycle Ride, V-Groton
Dryden Presbyterian Church Chicken BBQ, V-Dryden
Dryden Rotary Chicken BBQ, V-Dryden
Groton Assembly of God Hot Dog Give Away, V-Groton
Ithaca Youth Bureau Community Picnic & Yard Sale, C-Ithaca
Re-inspections are conducted at establishments
that had a Critical Violation during the initial inspection.
No critical violations during re-inspections at the following establishments:
Auntie Anne’s, V-Lansing
Cactus Heads Ithaca Farmers Market, C-Ithaca
Dryden Queen Diner, V-Dryden
Edgewood Bakery (Temporary Food Service), Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant, C-Ithaca
Groton Golf & Rec Association, T-Groton
Imperial Kitchen Buffet, V-Lansing
Jaden’s, Throughout Tompkins County
Lansing High School, T-Lansing
Lansing Middle School, T-Lansing
Little Thai House, C-Ithaca
Linda’s Corner Diner, T-Lansing
Lou’s BBQ, C-Ithaca
Manos Diner, C-Ithaca
Park Grill Café & Catering, V-Lansing
Razorback BBQ, C-Ithaca
Rulloff’s, C-Ithaca
Simply Red Bistro at La Tourelle, T-Ithaca
Sri Lankan Curry in a Hurry Ithaca Farmers Market, C-Ithaca
Sunset Grill, T-Ithaca
The Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Inspection is an opportunity for the establishment
to have the health department review food processes in the facility
to make sure that all potential hazards are identified and to
assure that the best food safety practices are being used.
HACCP Inspections were conducted
at the following establishments:
None to report this month
Critical Violations
The violations listed below relate directly
to factors that could lead to food-borne illness or injury.
These violations generally involve the food source and condition,
food cooking and storage temperatures, sanitary practices, water
and sewage, and the use of poisonous materials.
Critical Violations were found at
the following establishments:
Groton Golf & Rec Assoc., Inc, T-Groton
Enough refrigerated storage was not maintained to keep potentially hazardous foods at or below 45ºF during cold holding. Sliced meat, hard boiled eggs, chicken salad, and sliced cheeses were observed at 51-52ºF. The products were voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant, C-Ithaca
Enough refrigerated storage was not present, properly maintained, or designed. Half and half and flan were observed at 51-63ºF in a cooler. The products were voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Ithaca Youth Bureau Chicken BBQ (Temporary Food Service), C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Cooked potatoes were observed at 115ºF. The heat source was not on at the time of the inspection. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
4-H Exchange Club Chicken BBQ (Temporary Food Service), C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Cole slaw was observed at 50ºF. The product was cooled to 45ºF or below prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
Manos Diner, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or above 140ºF during hot holding. Sausage patties were observed at 120-128ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Blue Moon Catering-Fry Bread (Temporary Food Service), Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Sour cream was observed at 50-54ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Blue Moon Catering-Fry Bread (Temporary Event), Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Facilities were inadequate to maintain temperature. A cold holding unit was observed holding foods at 52-55ºF. The food products were iced to reduce food temperatures to 45ºF or below.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the short duration of the event.
Edgewood Bakery (Temporary Food Service), Ithaca Festival, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Peppers and onion mix and baked beans were observed at 70-72ºF. The peppers and onions were rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service. The baked beans were voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory
Lao Village (Temporary Food Service), Ithaca Festival Stewart Park), C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Beef Kabobs were observed at 98-110ºF. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one day duration of the event.
Jaden’s, Ithaca Farmers Market, C-Ithaca
Accurate thermometers were not available at the time of the inspection to evaluate potentially hazardous foods. Jaden’s staff was directed to obtain an accurate metal stem probe thermometer.
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or below 45ºF during cold holding. Tabouli was observed at was observed at 50-53ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Linda’s Corner Diner, T-Lansing
Potentially hazardous foods were not stored under refrigeration. Cooked potatoes were observed on a counter at 80ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
JJ’s Café, V-Cayuga Heights
Potentially hazardous foods were not stored under refrigeration. Half and half was observed at 60ºF in a carafe for customer service. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was not conducted prior to submission of this report.
Imperial Kitchen Buffet, V-Lansing
Potentially hazardous foods were not stored under refrigeration. Cream puffs were observed at 62-70ºF on a buffet for customer service. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
Dim Sum, chicken on a stick, and chicken wings were observed at 110-132ºF. The products were re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Auntie Anne’s, V-Lansing
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or above 140ºF during hot holding. Pretzel dogs were observed at 125ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was satisfactory.
Ithaca Babe Ruth League, C-Ithaca
Accurate thermometers were not available at the time of the inspection to evaluate potentially hazardous foods. No probe thermometer was on site at the time of the event.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
Vail Bros. Inc. (Temporary Food Service) Dryden Dairy Days, V-Dryden
Potentially hazardous food was at improper temperatures. Batter was observed at 75ºF. The product was rapidly chilled to 45ºF or below prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
Chili’s Bar & Grill, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or above 140ºF. Chili was observed at 112ºF. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted prior to submission of this report.
OAR, Juneteenth (Temporary Food Service Establishment), C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Grilled chicken was observed at 127ºF. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
Macaroni salad was observed at 53ºF. The product was rapidly chilled to 45ºF or below prior to return to service,
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-say duration of the event.
McCoy Family Catering, Junteenth (Temporary Food Service Establishment), C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were at improper temperatures. Spare ribs were observed at 115ºF. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
Xiomara Hispanic Food, Juneteenth (Temporary Food Service Establishment), C-Ithaca
Meat empinadas were observed at 110ºF. Barbequed chicken was observed at 130ºF. Both products were rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted due to the one-day duration of the event.
Subway-Buttermilk Falls, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or above 140ºF during hot holding. Chicken dumpling soup was observed at 105-107ºF. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
A re-inspection was not conducted prior to submission of this report.
Cayuga Lake Cruises & Catering, C-Ithaca
Adulterated food was observed at the time of the inspection. Moldy sliced turkey was observed during the inspection. The product was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
Accurate thermometers were not available to evaluate potentially hazardous foods at the time of the inspection. The operator was directed to obtain an accurate metal stem probe thermometer to monitor potentially hazardous foods.
A re-inspection was not conducted prior to submission of this report.
Thai Palace, Ithaca Farmers Market, C-Ithaca
Potentially hazardous foods were not kept at or above 140ºF during hot holding. Sticky rice was observed at 120-123ºF. The product was rapidly re-heated to 165ºF prior to return to service.
A re-inspection was not conducted prior to submission of this report.
Pre-Operational Activities:
Plans | Permits | Inspections | Temporary Permits
Plans Were Approved for the following facilities:
Lupo’s Spiedie Cart, Throughout Tompkins County
Waterwheel Café, V-Freeville
The Westy, C-Ithaca
Permits Were Issued for the following facilities:
Bru Dogs, Throughout Tompkins County
Fingerlakes Baking Company, Throughout Tompkins County
Hatfield Catering, Throughout Tompkins County
Lili’s Ice Cream, C-Ithaca
Savi Juice, Ithaca Farmers Market, C-Ithaca
Waterwheel Café, V-Freeville
Pre-Operational inspections are conducted,
following a thorough review and approval of proposed
plans, at new or extensively remodeled facilities to ensure
code compliance prior to opening to the public.
Pre-Operational Inspections were conducted
at the following facilities:
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, C-Ithaca
Lili’s Ice Cream, C-Ithaca
Panera Bread Bakery-Café #1381, C-Ithaca
Sugar Shack Shaved Ice, C-Ithaca
Temporary Food Service Permits are issued
for single events at one location.
Temporary Permits were Issued for the following operations:
Dryden Dairy Days, V-Dryden
Cayuga Concessions
Holy Cross Church
Vail Bros. Inc.
Fingerlakes Grassroots Festival, T-Ulysses
American Legion Post 770
Aucoin Concessions
Millgate Farm Beef Barn
Groton Old Home Days, T-Ulysses
Foggy Bog Hunting Club
Ithaca Festival, The Commons, C-Ithaca
Blue Moon Catering Fry Bread
Blue Moon Catering Lemonade Stand
Ithaca Festival, Stewart Park, C-Ithaca
Blue Moon Catering Dog Town
Blue Moon Catering Fry Bread
Blue Moon Catering Lemonade Stand
Ithaca Festival, Dewitt Park, C-Ithaca
Blue Moon Catering Dog Town
Junteenth/Southside Community Center, C-Ithaca
McCoy Family Catering
OAR Juneteenth Southside Community Center, C-Ithaca
Xiomara Hispanic Food
Scottish Game, C-Ithaca
Cameron’s Market
Enfield Valley Grange
Taste of the Nation, T-Ithaca
Crystal Lake Cafe
Ithaca Farmers Market
Knapp Winery & Vineyard Restaurant
Red Newt Cellars Winery & Bistro
Trumansburg Fair, T-Ulysses
Jerry’s Lunch Concessions
Red’s Lunch
Other:
Agape Bible Church Chicken BBQ, T-Ulysses
Bethel Grove Bible Church Youth Group Chicken BBQ, C-Ithaca
Carrington-Fuller Post 880 Groton 150th Year Celebration, V-Groton
Cayuga Chimes Chicken BBQ, C-Ithaca
Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Program, 4-H youth Fair, T-Dryden
Dryden Republican Party Chicken BBQ, V-Dryden
Dryden Rotary Club Chicken BBQ (5 permits), V-Dryden
East Hill Flying Club Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast, T-Lansing
Empire State Special Needs Experience Project New Hope, T-Danby
Family & Children’s Services of Ithaca Children’s Carnival, C-Ithaca
Family Medicine Associates of Ithaca Relay for Life, T-Ithaca
Groton Assembly of God Hot Dog Give Away, V-Groton
Groton Boy Scout Troop #77 Groton 150th Year Celebration, V-Groton
Ithaca Babe Ruth Baseball Games, (4 Permits), C-Ithaca
Ithaca Youth Bureau Community Picnic & Yard Sale, C-Ithaca
K & R Catering Rabbit Show, C-Ithaca
Lansing Lions Club Chicken BBQ, T-Lansing
Mclean Community Church Chicken BBQ (2 permits), T-Groton
Natural Leader Initiative-CCE Kite Celebration, C-Ithaca
Stonecat Café Catering Reunion Dinner, C-Ithaca
Tompkins County Trust Company Relay for Life, T-Ithaca
Trumansburg Color Guard Chicken BBQ (3 permits), V-Trumansburg
Trumansburg Lions Club Chicken BBQ, V-Trumansburg
Trumansburg Rotary Club Trumansburg Community Nursery School, V-Trumansburg
Other:
The Food Protection Program received and investigated three complaints related to issues and/or problems at permitted food service establishments. The complaints included food preparation and service, temperature abuse, accumulated garbage, and possible food related illness.
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