Inspection Report

Business Name
5TH AVENUE CAFE LLC
Business Address
501 W THOMAS RD PHOENIX AZ 85013
Permit Number
FD-87408
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
6/7/2024
Grade
B
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 16

Repeat Violation

Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized

Comments:

Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

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Observed build up of food debris on food contact portion of can opener stored clean by back prep table. PIC washed, rinsed, and sanitized the can opener at the time of inspection. All food contact surfaces must be maintained clean to sight and touch.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Violation #: 24

Description: Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records

Comments:

Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

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Observed metal pan of cooked potatoes measured at 93’F on food prep table directly beside cooking stove. PIC stated establishment make cooked potatoes hourly or bihourly accordingly to traffic, and put said cooked potatoes on time as control. Cooked potatoes in question were made an hour ago, per PIC. No time stamps or documentation observed. When using time as control, written procedures are to be prepared in advance of utilizing the method. If 4-hour and no temperature control method is utilized, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control. PIC time stamped item 9:30-1:30 at time of inspection. Provided guidance on 4-hour time as control via email.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 35

Description: Approved Thawing Methods Used

Comments:

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing

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Observed packaged raw fish under running water still in original ROP (Reduced Oxygen Packaged) packaging. Fish must be removed from ROP prior to thawing or immediately upon completion of thawing. PIC was asked to cut a slit opening on packaging at time of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 43

Description: In-Use Utensils; Properly Stored

Comments:

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

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Observed scoop with handle in contact with baked potatoes in tabletop prep cooler. Ensure handle not in contact with food to prevent contamination from the hands. PIC moved scoop at time of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Report delivered via email.

OF NOTE: Discussed datemarking and cross contamination.



Award: B,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 2,Signer: Ana Alvarado

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.