FRIENDS MARKET & BISTRO Inspection – August 25, 2026

High Priority 2

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High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.

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High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dice onions at 50 f in room temperature, raw beef at 54 f in room temperature. food was placed inside reach in cooler at the time of observation. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 3

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Intermediate – No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

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Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

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Intermediate – Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

Basic 11

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Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

#2Basic51-11-4

Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

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Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

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Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

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Basic – Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of beef on floor inside walk-in cooler.

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Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

#7Basic10-07-4

Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

#8Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris throughout kitchen top shelves. Clean accumulation of grease between stove and deep fat fryer..

#9Basic38-04-4

Basic – Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.

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Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of food spills throughout kitchen walls.

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Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

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