Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, August 12-16

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Here are last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations for August 12-16.

7BREW COFFEE – CITY View History
354 W BUENA VISTA ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 11:30:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple spray bottles filled with clear and blue liquids found unlabeled. Manager notified and education provided. Spray bottles were identified and labeled correctly. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple dairy products sitting on counter with temps ranging from 46.0F-68.0F without time control logs. Manager notified and education provided. According to manager, these products had been sitting out at max for three hours. All products were placed on a four-hour time control discard time by manager, log made during inspection. Corrected on site.

ASAHI HIBACHI AND SUSHI – REPUBLIC View History
586 E US HIGHWAY 60 EAST REPUBLIC Map it
8/14/2024 12:03:00 PM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. They are no longer using this unit for potentially hazardous foods.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

BACKWOODS GOLF RESTAURANT – COUNTY View History
6155 W REPUBLIC RD BROOKLINE Map it
8/15/2024 6:30:00 PM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. Proper sanitizer strength at bar dish machine.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

BAIR’S ALL-AMERICAN SPORTS GRILL – REPUBLIC View History
1644 E US HIGHWAY 60 EAST REPUBLIC Map it
8/14/2024 3:24:00 PM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. All foods held at 41F or below, sliced tomatoes at 41F.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

BIG MOMMA’S COFFEE & ESPRESSO – CITY View History
1010 N BOONVILLE AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/16/2024 9:45:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 2

• Observed ready to eat items (cut lettuce, shredded parmesan cheese) in the lower line cold holding not dated. Education given. Items voluntarily discarded. Corrected on site.
• Observed improper method for sanitizing at the three-compartment sink. With the faucet missing, the third sink cannot be filled for sanitizing. Education given on must use all three steps of wash, rinse, and sanitize. Re-inspection date set.
  

Nonpriority Violations Found: 2

• Observed hand sink blocked upon arrival of inspection. Education given. Corrected on site.
• Observed missing faucet at three-compartment sink. Education given.

CANTONESE KITCHEN – CITY View History
839 N GLENSTONE AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 12:50:00 PM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Previous cold holding issue has been resolved. All cold holding is 41F or below.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

CASEY’S GENERAL STORE #3010 – CITY View History
325 W CARDINAL DR SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 11:30:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection
A Reinspection is currently scheduled for Monday, 8/19/24 to recheck right side of sandwich prep cold holder.

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Ambient temperature of right side of sandwich prep cold holder temped at 50.0F. Internal temperature of chicken wrap temped at 46.0F. Manager notified and chicken wrap as well as all other sandwiches in unit were voluntarily discarded. A reinspection is currently scheduled for Monday, 8/19/24 to recheck cold holding capabilities of unit.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

CITY BUTCHER – CITY View History
3650 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 12:55:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Bucket of sanitizer found stored directly above vinyl gloves. Manager notified and education provided. Manager promptly relocated bucket of sanitizer to safe location. Corrected on site.

DENNY’S – CITY View History
4760 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 10:35:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Reinspection conducted. Leak on ceiling is no longer active and condenser on unit has been shut off. No other concerns noted at time of inspection.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

DENNY’S – CITY View History
4760 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 10:50:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection
Note: A reinspection is currently scheduled for Thursday, 8/15/24 to recheck the ceiling leak in lobby area.

Priority Violations Found: 2

• Observed: Active leak coming from ceiling in lobby area in walking path of customers. Leak is currently being contained by plastic tub. Leak to be repaired. A reinspection has been scheduled for Thursday, 8/15/24 to recheck leak.
• Observed: No date labelling on multiple ready to eat foods prepared by establishment found in walk-in cooler. Manager notified and date labels were created and placed on product. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

DIAMOND HEAD – REPUBLIC View History
1225 E HINES ST REPUBLIC Map it
8/15/2024 4:28:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Foods held at temperatures above 41F, mayo at 44F, bamboo shoots at 40F.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: In-use rice spoon held in room temperature standing water.

DON PEDRO GRILL – CITY View History
1224 E US HIGHWAY 60 EAST REPUBLIC Map it
8/14/2024 4:45:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 2

• Observed: Refried beans not marked with discard date. Corrected at time of inspection.
• Observed: Can opener not clean. Corrected at time of inspection.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

FIREHOUSE SUBS – CITY View History
4135 S NATIONAL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 3:40:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations cited during inspection.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

HABANEROS MEXICAN CANTINA – CITY View History
4406 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 1:25:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 3

• Observed: Box of chile rellenos thawing at room temperature on counter in kitchen. Product temped between 70-71.0F. Manager notified and education provided. Chile rellenos were voluntarily discarded by manager. Corrected on site.
• Observed: Raw shrimp, pork, and raw shell eggs found stored above multiple ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. Manager notified and education provided. Manager relocated raw product to safe location. Corrected on site. This is a repeat violation.
• Observed: Multiple cups of salsa sitting on counter top without cold holding or time control logs. Salsa temped at 67.0F. Manager notified and education provided. Time control log/sticker was made for salsa with a four-hour discard time. Corrected on site. This is a repeat violation.

HAMPTON INN SPRINGFIELD SOUTHEAST – CITY View History
3370 E MONTCLAIR ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 7:45:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

HARTER HOUSE RETAIL – PRODUCE – CITY View History
1625 S EASTGATE AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 2:15:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed potentially hazardous food (Fresh dip) above 41F. Education given on temperature. Dip was voluntarily discarded. Suggested to not stack dip 2 units high. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

HARTER HOUSE, RETAIL/PRODUCE, STRAFFORD – COUNTY View History
421 E OLD ROUTE 66 STRAFFORD Map it
8/16/2024 10:15:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 3

• Observed: Multiple cheese products at island cooler reading above 41 degrees F – Products were stocked in manner each was sitting out at room temperature and not cold air in unit. Corrected on site: Products pulled to be returned to vendor.
• Observed: 6 containers of cut watermelon in produce walk in cooler cut over 24 hours prior, no sell by date on containers. Corrected on site: Containers labeled with correct sell by date.
• Observed: 4 containers of cut watermelon in produce case held past 7 days; 1 half-cut watermelon in produce case held past 7 days. Corrected on site: Products pulled, voluntarily discarded into the trash.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Produce items packaged onsite do not have the information for the establishment on the containers or labels.

HOLD FAST BREWING – CITY View History
235 N KIMBROUGH AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 3:50:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed during inspection
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

HOLIDAY INN – PEPPERTREE RESTAURANT – CITY View History
2720 N GLENSTONE AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 10:05:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 4

• Observed: Raw burger patties stored over ready to eat turkey in walk in cooler. Corrected on site: Product relocated to shelf below ready to eat food items.
• Observed: Cut melon, opened ready to eat turkey, opened ready to eat ham in walk in cooler with no open or use by date. Corrected on site: Products dated with open dates.
• Observed: Sausage patties on buffet line 109 degrees F – On line for less than 2 hours. Corrected on site – Reheated to 200 degrees F.
• Observed: Ham and turkey in make table held past 7 days. Corrected on site: Product voluntarily discarded into the trash.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 5

• Observed: Part of HVAC duct over make table has a drip that is being contained with plastic sheeting and tape; part of ceiling over food prep area peeling away, hanging over area.
• Observed: Hand washing sink does not have paper towels, ladies bathroom does not have paper towels.
• Observed: Establishment does not have test strips to verify concentration of sanitizer for dish machine.
• Observed: Hot water at hand washing sink 75 degrees F.
• Observed: Kitchen has make table, tilt a skillet and steamer that are no longer working and not necessary to operation of establishment.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AND SUITES – CITY View History
3050 N KENTWOOD AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 8:45:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

ITALIAN KITCHEN – CITY View History
540 W MCDANIEL ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 11:30:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed during inspection
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

JOSE LOCOS – CITY View History
935 N GLENSTONE AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 1:15:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Cut watermelon prepared the day prior above 41F due to overstocking of bar line. Education given. Item was voluntarily discarded. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

KEBAB SHACK LLC – CITY View History
900 E BATTLEFIELD RD SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 12:30:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple containers of prepared fruits and veggies found without dates or labels. Manager notified and date labels were placed on containers. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1-

• Observed: Sanitizer bucket filled with sanitizer found stored directly on top of ice cream freezer. Manager notified and sanitizer bucket was relocated to a safe location. Corrected on site.

KUM & GO #560 – CITY View History
215 S KANSAS EXPY SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 12:00:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Daylight along the bottom of the front exterior doors. Education given.

LUCKY CAT BOBA TEA AND SWEETS LLC – REPUBLIC View History
558 E HARRISON ST REPUBLIC Map it
8/14/2024 11:21:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. All foods cold held at proper temperatures. Milk at 40F.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

LUCKY CAT BOBA TEA AND SWEETS LLC – REPUBLIC View History
558 E HARRISON ST REPUBLIC Map it
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

MCDONALD’S – CITY View History
3510 W CHESTNUT EXPY SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 3:30:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Old date labeling sticker residue on the outside of food containers. Education given.

MOON CITY JCT LLC – CITY View History
420 W COMMERCIAL ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 3:45:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed at time of inspection
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

PAPPO’S PIZZERIA & PUB – CITY View History
900 E BATTLEFIELD RD SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 3:50:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: X2 spray bottles filled with bleach solution found unlabeled. Manager notified and spray bottles were adequately identified and labeled. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: The following need cleaned at an increased frequency due to build-up of dust and debris:1. X2 fans found throughout facility that have built-up dust.2. Walk-in cooler shelves and plumbing lines have built-up dust and debris.

PERUVIAN & SOUTH AMERICAN FOOD CATERING – CITY View History
306 E COMMERCIAL ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 11:00:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed leaking plumbing issue at the hand sink. Education given for correction.

PHO KIM RESTAURANT – CITY View History
3433 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 3:45:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: X3 tongs found melted and chipped hanging on drying rack. Manager notified and tongs were voluntarily discarded. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: X4 pots of recently cooked beef curry cooling without proper cooling method. Education provided to manager and curry was placed under refrigeration to cool properly. Corrected on site.

PRICE CUTTER #35 RETAIL/BAKERY – CITY View History
1260 E SAINT LOUIS ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 4:20:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple canned items in several aisles observed to be dented or damaged. Corrected on site: Items pulled and placed on return to vendor shelf in back

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

RAMA THAI CAFE – CITY View History
1129 E WALNUT ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 2:35:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple items left out at room temperature were above 41 degrees F. Corrected on site: Food products voluntarily discarded in the trash.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 3

• Observed: Ceiling has a hole and leak located in front of the corner table in kitchen area.
• Observed: Bathrooms do not have covered trash cans for feminine items.
• Observed: Hand washing sink in prep area does not have paper towels stocked.

SIMPLY DELICIOUS, L.L.C. – CITY View History
2340 W GRAND ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 11:00:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Multiple scoops with plunger found not clean. Education given and corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Food equipment and utensils in storage room by dining area found the lights in the room without shielding. Repeat violation and education given.

SONIC DRIVE-IN #6828 – CITY View History
729 W SUNSHINE ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/12/2024 11:35:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Soda nozzles found not clean on soda machines. Education given.

SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT – CITY View History
2025 E KERR ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 9:00:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Self service cooler not cold holding milk at or below 41F (Skim milk 43F). Milk was move to another cooler and this cooler will be defrosted. A re-inspection will occur.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

STEAK ‘N SHAKE – CITY View History
3247 E BATTLEFIELD RD SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 11:20:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 3

• Observed potentially hazardous food (raw beef, Swiss cheese) above 41F in low boy cooler by the grill. Education given and corrected on site.
• Observed potentially hazardous food (cut lettuce) above 41F in the salad cooler. Education given and corrected on site. Both units were adjusted and observed below 41F.
• Observed potentially hazardous food (sliced tomato) on the line from previous days use not dated. Education given. Item was voluntarily discarded. Corrected on site.
• Observed toxic materials (Spray paint, Goof off, and Windex) stored above food items (case of Oreos and a case of Red Bull) in a closet in the office. Education given. Corrected on site.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 2

• Observed light shield missing from fixture in the walk in cooler. Education given.
• Observed leaking plumbing coming from behind the ice machine. Education given.

STRAFFORD TRAVEL CENTER – COUNTY View History
325 E EVERGREEN ST STRAFFORD Map it
8/16/2024 11:30:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed during inspection.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

STRAFFORD TRAVEL CENTER – COUNTY View History
325 E EVERGREEN ST STRAFFORD Map it
8/14/2024 8:45:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Pizzas at room temperature do not have times to indicate discard.Corrected on site: Pizzas voluntarily discarded into the trash.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Facility does not have written procedures for time as a control for pizzas and strombolis. Left copies of procedures and temp logs.

STRAFFORD TRAVEL CENTER – COUNTY View History
325 E EVERGREEN ST STRAFFORD Map it
8/12/2024 11:50:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 3

• Observed – Multiple products cooling since the previous night observed to be over 50 degrees F in walk in cooler. Corrected on site: Product voluntarily discarded into trash then denatured.
• Observed: Multiple items prepared onsite in walk in cooler not dated; items in the pizza station cooler not dated. Corrected on site: Items dated with preparation dates.
• Observed: Pickle product observed to have mold growing in it. Repeat violation. Corrected on site: Product voluntarily discarded in the trash then denatured.
  

Nonpriority Violations Found: 3

• Observed: Single use cups stored under hand washing sink pipe.
• Observed: Build up along wall by upright cooler and fryer station, behind upright cooler; build up of food debris in first dry storage room located under storage racks.
• Observed: Facility was not able to produce written procedures or temperature logs for time as a control for the pizzas and stromboli products – Follow up scheduled for 14 August to verify documents are onsite.

TACO BELL – COUNTY View History
225 E EVERGREEN ST STRAFFORD Map it
8/12/2024 2:50:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed during inspection
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

THE BRADFORD – CITY View History
1260 E INDEPENDENCE ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/16/2024 7:55:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

THE FLEA – CITY View History
637 S KIMBROUGH AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 3:10:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations observed during inspection
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

TRAVELLERS HOUSE COFFEE – CITY View History
2151 W REPUBLIC RD SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 3:30:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Foods held at temperatures above 41F, milk at 45F and 47F.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

TRIPLE EIGHT’S REPUBLIC – REPUBLIC View History
557 E ELM ST REPUBLIC Map it
8/14/2024 11:40:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. All foods properly date marked.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

VAN GOGH’S EETERIE – CITY View History
334 E COMMERCIAL ST SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 11:50:00 AM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 3

• Observed potentially hazardous food held in hot holding below 135F (Dill sauce, Schnurt). Education given. Corrected on site.
• Observed ready to eat food items in display case not dated (apple tart, Stroop waffle, Belgian waffle). Education given. Corrected on site.
• Observed items in cold holding not dated (carrot mash, bacon mash, vegan mash, meatballs, Gouda, opa) Education given. Corrected on site.
• Observed quat sanitizer exceeding 600 parts per million out of 3 bay sink dispenser. Education given. Re-inspection date set.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 1

• Observed toxic items (bleach, insect killer, and foaming soap) over food contact items (salsa containers. Education given.

VILLAGE INN – REPUBLIC View History
533 E ELM ST REPUBLIC Map it
8/12/2024 11:30:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: Active
Priority item corrected. Prep cooler replaced holding proper temperature. No sign of roached today and they have increased pest control measures.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

WALMART SUPERCENTER #444 DELI – CITY View History
3315 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 12:20:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations cited during inspection.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

WALMART SUPERCENTER #444 RETAIL/PRODUCE – CITY View History
3315 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/15/2024 4:05:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active
No violations cited during inspection.
Priority Violations Found: 0
Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

ZAXBY’S – CITY View History
540 W EL CAMINO ALTO DR SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/13/2024 2:45:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection

Priority Violations Found: 1

• Observed: Foods held at temperatures above 41F. ranch dressing at 45F.

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

ZAYKA INDIAN CUISINE – CITY View History
311 S JEFFERSON AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it
8/14/2024 2:20:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active

Priority Violations Found: 2

• Observed: Multiple items sitting in pans on counter for one hour above 41 degrees F. Corrected on site: Relocated to walk in cooler, education provided on keeping product cold between orders.
• Observed: Dicer stored in back room has dried food debris on it – Repeat violation. Corrected on site: Taken to dish room, washed, rinsed and sanitized

Nonpriority Violations Found: 0

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