The information below was compiled from reports of the health departments of Bartholomew and Johnson counties. Priority and priority foundation violations may expose customers to illnesses and typically must be corrected immediately or within days. Core violations, if not corrected, could lead to priority or priority foundation violations or make priority or priority foundation violations more likely to occur.
n Taku Japanese Steakhouse
305 Fourth St., Columbus
Oct. 6
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 3
All potentially hazardous foods must be properly labeled with their contents and the date of expiration. Multiple sauces were observed without labels. Handwashing stations are to be only used for handwashing. An employee was observed washing knives in the handwashing sink at the sushi bar. No hand towels were observed at the back hibachi station in the private room.
Core violations: 3
n McAlister’s Deli
2025 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Oct. 6
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 1
n Subway
2601 E. State St., Columbus
Oct. 6
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 1
n Panderia La Azteca
2522 Central Ave., Columbus
Oct. 6
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 3
All potentially hazardous foods must be properly labeled with the contents and date of expiration. Multiple containers of batter were observed not properly labeled. The handwashing station by the cake prep table did not appear to have hand soap. Multiple spray bottles were observed without a proper label of the contents.
Core violations: 4
n Dollar General
1745 E. State St., Columbus
Oct. 6
Priority violations: 1
Toxic items were stored above single-service items in the “deals” area.
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 1
n Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant
2326 25th St., Columbus
Oct. 7
Priority violations: 1
Potentially hazardous foods stored in section 214(a) and 214(b) must be discarded if the date and day has exceeded the maximum combinations. Birria and carnitas were date labeled to be used by Sept 28 and Sept. 22, and are to be discarded.
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 5
n Henry Social Club
423 Washington St., Columbus
Oct. 7
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 3
n Mapco
1711 25th St., Columbus
Oct. 7
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 2
n Fairfield Inn and Suites
2820 Merchants Mile, Columbus
Oct. 8
Priority violations: 1
Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures. This includes hot foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41° Fahrenheit or below. The oatmeal was measured at 90° Fahrenheit and waffle batter was measured at 68° Fahrenheit.
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 2
n La Patrona Cantina and Grill
3860 W. Carlos Folger Road, Columbus
Oct. 8
Priority violations: 4
An employee was observed handling soiled dishes and utensils, then handling clean dishes and utensils without first washing his hands. Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures. This includes hot foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41° Fahrenheit or below. Shrimp in the refrigerated drawers was measured at 46° Fahrenheit. Dishes and utensils are not being washed, rinsed and sanitized, as there was no sanitizer in the three-compartment sink. The dishwashing machine only reached 140° Fahrenheit during the sanitizing rinse. Until such time as the dishwashing machine is repaired, all dishes and utensils must be sanitized in the three-compartment sink using proper concentration of sanitizing agent. An air gap must be maintained between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of plumbing fixtures. The nozzle of the spray hose in the dishwashing area hangs below the flood rim of the sink.
Priority foundation violations: 5
The cutting board behind the bar is badly scored and is not longer smooth and cleanable. There is not chemical test kit for sanitizer testing. There is no soap for the hand sink behind the bare and the sink by the two-compartment sink. There are also no towels for the hand sink behind the bar. The employee restroom was remodeled to a storage area without review.
Core violations: 13
n Arby’s
11999 N. U.S. 31, Edinburgh
Oct. 8
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 2
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean to the sight and touch. The meat slicer had food pieces and residue buildup on and around the blade. The handwashing sink near the three-compartment sink must not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Lettuce pieces were observed in the drain.
Core violations: 1
n Starbucks
1865 N. National Road, Columbus
Oct. 8
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 1
Employee personal items and a trash can were blocking access to the handwashing sink in the dishwashing area.
Core violations: 2
n Jackson Freezer Beef
3730 N. County Road 1050E, Columbus
Oct. 9
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: None
n Lucas Brothers
2318 25th St., Columbus
Oct. 9
Priority violations: 1
Toxic items were stored above single-service items in the employee restroom.
Priority foundation violations: 2
A thermometer is to be provided and visible in the upright freezer unit in the front service area. The toxic items in the green pump sprayer is to be labeled with the common name of the product.
Core violations: 3
n Sabor De La Vida
11700 N. U.S. 31, Taylorsville
Oct. 9
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 4
n Winnie Mochi
710 Creekview Drive, Columbus
Oct. 9
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 7
n Thornton’s
12002 N. U.S. 31, Edinburgh
Oct. 10
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: None
n Down E Farms at Duck Creek Gardens
5073 N. State Road 9, Hope
Oct. 10
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: None
n Dollar General
16300 S. Jonesville Road, Columbus
Oct. 10
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 2
n Woods N Water
8855 S. County Road 300W, Columbus
Oct. 10
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: None
n Chilis Grill and Bar
1079 N. National Road, Columbus
Oct. 10
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 7
n Mapco
10080 N. U.S. 31, Taylorsville
Oct. 13
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 2
n Green Tree at Westwood
4895 Pine Ridge Drive, Columbus
Oct. 14
Priority violations:
Oatmeal on the steam table was held at 83° Fahrenheit. Potentially hazardous foods must be held at 135° Fahrenheit or above.
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 4
n Freddy’s
3660 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Oct. 14
Priority violations: 1
The mechanical dishwashing machine is not dispensing sanitizer, therefore food-contact surfaces are not being sanitized. The alarm does not appear to be operable.
Priority foundation violations: 2
It is the supervisor’s responsibility to ensure equipment is in working order and wares are adequately sanitized. Ecolab has not been contacted even though issues were noted in recent days.
Core violations: 5
n Camilla’s
1824 25th St., Columbus
Oct. 15
Priority violations: 2
The dishwashing machine is not dispensing chemical sanitizer and the alarm was disabled on the unit. The unit may not be used until it is repaired and the three-bay sink must be used. A garden hose with a spray nozzle was being used to clean off dishes, directly connected to the water supply without back siphon protection.
Priority foundation violations: 4
The supervisor was not training employees on dishwashing machine use. The thermometer on the prep table is not reading. Paper towels are to be provided at the handwashing sink in the dishwashing area. Toxic items in spray bottles and pump sprayers are to be labeled for their contents.
Core violations: 8
n Hope Tonacco
704 Main St., Hope
Oct. 15
Priority violations: 2
An opened can of country gravy was observed to have mold in it. Multiple fried chicken items on the hot holding unit were measured at 109 to 128° Fahrenheit and the time labeling for public health control was not accurate.
Priority foundation violations: 3
A thermometer must be available to check temperatures of potentially hazardous foods when using time as a public health control. Chemical test strips must be available for maintaining proper sanitizing solution. Handwashing sinks must be available for handwashing at all times.
Core violations: 5
n Max and Erma’s
12105 N. Executive Drive, Edinburgh
Oct. 15
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 2
A handwashing sink must be maintained so that it is accessible at all times. The back prep sink had utensils and a mixer in it. No paper towels were found at the hand sink next to the ice machine.
Core violations: 5
n Harrison Lake Dining and Golf
588 S. Country Club Road, Columbus
Oct. 16
Priority violations: 1
Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures. This includes hot foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41° Fahrenheit or below. Cooked chicken in the make table was measured at 48° Fahrenheit.
Priority foundation violations: 1
No towels were found at the hand sink behind the bar.
Core violations: 5
n Harrison Lake Halfway House
588 S. Country Club Road, Columbus
Oct. 16
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 1
n Freddy’s
3660 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Oct. 17
Priority violations: 1
The mechanical dishwashing machine is not dispensing chemical sanitizer, as noted in the routine inspection on Oct. 14. It appears that no effort has been made to repair the machine as required. At the time, it was noted that the machine may not be used until repaired, and it was being used at the time of the follow-up inspection. Ecolab is to be contacted immediately for service. The alarm is noting a lack of sanitizer.
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: None
n Whitt’s Pizza
402 Washington St., Columbus
Oct. 17
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: None
Core violations: 8
n Apna Kitchen
1609 Cottage Ave., Columbus
Oct. 17
Priority violations: 1
Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures. This includes hot foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41° Fahrenheit or below. The following temperature measurements were found: yogurt on the buffet was measured at 49° Fahrenheit, rice pudding on the buffet was measured at 51° Fahrenheit, rice stored in the rice cooker was measured at 128° Fahrenheit and cottage cheese at the make table was measured at 57° Fahrenheit.
Priority foundation violations: 2
No soap or towels were found at the hand sink in the employee restroom.
Core violations: 15
n Apna Bazaar
1609 Cottage Ave., Columbus
Oct. 17
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 2
Potentially hazardous foods prepared and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours must be clearly labeled with the date the product is to either be consumed or discarded. Sliced melons in the walk-in cooler are not date labeled. Food items packaged in-house and on display for purchase must be properly labeled. Foods in the display case by the cash register are not labeled and do not have an allergen advisory.
Core violations: 11
n Recover Café Columbus
1412 Sycamore St., Columbus
Oct. 20
Priority violations: None
Priority foundation violations: 3
There must be at least one employee on staff who is trained in proper food sanitation practices. This is accomplished by passing an exam administered by an accredited program. Foods were improperly thawing at room temperature. Handwashing sinks must be easily accessible at all times. The handwashing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a container and utensils.
Core violations: 1
n Yummy Bowl
1455 N. National Road, Columbus
Oct. 20
Priority violations: 3
Ice intended for consumption is not to be used as a cooling medium. A container of lemons was stored in contact with ice in the ice bin of the soft drink dispenser. Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures. This includes hot foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41° Fahrenheit or below. Yellow rice in the rice cooker at the sushi station was measured at 105° Fahrenheit and udon noodles in the buffet line were measured at 47° Fahrenheit. The sanitizing rinse in the dishwashing machine is not a proper concentration. The concentration of chlorine was measured at 25 ppm and should be 50 ppm for sanitizing. Until such time as the dishwashing machine is repaired, all dishes and utensils must be sanitized in the three-compartment sink using a proper concentration of sanitizer.
Priority foundation violations: 2
Potentially hazardous foods prepared and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours must be clearly labeled with the date the product is to either be used or discarded. Rice noodles in the walk-in cooler were not date labeled. Working containers used to store toxic or poisonous materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers, must be clearly labeled with the common name of their contents. A spray bottle of cleaner was stored in the women’s restroom and was not labeled.
Core violations: 11
