Masala Cottage LLC

In-use utensils: properly stored — Inspector Note: Observed in use tongs stored on the interior and exterior surface of the cabinet for the fryer. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi).

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed the vegetable and meat prep sink in the kitchen in need of recaulking to the wall. 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean — Inspector Note: Observed the ceiling tile throughout the facility in need of replacing due to bad repair and water damage. While at the facility new ceiling tile were delivered and PIC stated that construction will began and end on Sunday while facility is closed. Advised PIC to deep clean the restaurant after construction is completed. Observed a trailer in the back of the facility with rice, flour, and other food items stored in the unit. Advised PIC to remove all food items due to the trailer having an excessive amount of mold. Advised PIC to store only store nonfood items in the trailer.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean — Inspector Note: Observed the storage shed located in the back of the facility with wood that is not finished. The shed must be finished within 30 days. All walls and ceilings must be properly sealed with smooth, easily cleanable, nonabsorbent surface. Please submit pictures to [REDACTED EMAIL]. 511-6-1.07(1)(a) - Indoor Materials (C) (1) Materials for Construction and Repair. (a) Indoor Materials. Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be: 1. Smooth, durable, and easily cleanable for areas where food service establishment operations are conducted; 2. Closely woven and easily cleanable carpet for carpeted areas; and 3. Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service unit servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.

Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used — Inspector Note: Observed a very strong, pungent odor throughout the facility. PIC advised to contact pest control and the grease trap company to determine where the odor is coming from. Please send detailed reports to [REDACTED EMAIL] and [REDACTED EMAIL]. 511-6-1.07(3)(g) - Mechanical Ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (C) (g) Mechanical Ventilation. If necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke, and fumes, mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided.

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used — Inspector Note: Observed (2) bottles of air freshener spray bottles stored with single use lids and cups on the front end of the facility. PCI removed the bottles and relocated them (COS). 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - Storage, Separation (P) (c) Storage, Separation. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; P and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. P