Mexican eatery scores 55 red points. Here are Thurston County food safety scores for Oct. 2
Comments are taken directly from the latest Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) inspection reports, which are available for each food establishment, at the Thurston County Environmental Health Office and their website. For questions concerning these reports, contact the health office at 360-867-2667.
Report restaurant, grocery store, deli or bakery complaints online via the Food Safety and Foodborne Illness Complaint Form (wa.gov).
Reading inspection scores:
- Attention should be given to the type of violation (red versus blue) and whether the establishment has a history of red violations or repeat violations.
- Red violations are those most likely to cause food-borne illness and must be corrected immediately if feasible or according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Example: not keeping food at the right temperature.
- Blue violations relate to the overall cleanliness and condition of operation and must be corrected according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Example: a worn floor that needs replacing.
- If red points exceed 45, the county will require a reinspection within 10 business days. A reinspection also is required if total red and blue points exceed 65.
- If red points exceed 100 and there’s a lack of managerial control, the county will shut down the establishment. The establishment may reopen after the person-in-charge develops a written course of action to correct all violations and demonstrates corrective action during a pre-opening inspection. Closures also may occur if there is an imminent health hazard, regardless of the total inspection points. The length of a closure may vary depending on the violation and timeframe for corrective actions.
- Some common abbreviations: PHF/TCS is potentially hazardous food/time control for safety; RTE is ready to eat; PIC is person in charge; FWC is food worker card; CDI is corrected during inspection.
Dos Hermanos Mexican Kitchen
222 Capitol Way N, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 19: 55 red points; 3 blue points.
Comments:
- An employee handled ready to eat food with their bare hands.
- Multiple items were observed cooling in greater than 2-inch amounts or covered. Food must be cooled in 2-inch amounts or less while uncovered until they reach 41 degrees.
- Food temperatures in the walk-in and drawer cold holds were above 41 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must be at or below 41 degrees.
- In-use utensils were stored in room temperature water.
Sushi House
2000 Black Lake Blvd. SW, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 20: 50 red points; 8 blue points.
Comments:
- Chicken was hot held at 125-127 degrees rather than at or above 135 degrees as required.
- Cooked shrimp was found at room temperature storage.
- Bags of gyoza were thawing at room temperature rather than in a refrigerator.
- A contact sanitizer for towels had no chlorine.
Row
208 State Ave. NW, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 20: 45 red points; 5 blue points.
Comments:
- Shell stock tags were not dated.
- More than four eggs were pooled together in a walk-in cold hold. Unless used in batter, no more than four eggs may be pooled together for use at a later time.
- The establishment was cited for deficiencies having to do with proper cooling procedures and cold holding temperatures as well as not having an accurate thermometer and properly installing, maintaining, and using ware-washing facilities. No inspection notes were provided for these deficiencies.
Bangkok Thai Restaurant
700 Sleater Kinney Road SE, Lacey
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 20: 30 red points; 10 blue points.
Comments:
- Raw chicken was observed red stored over raw beef.
- Cooked chicken and rice were cooled using deep, covered containers. TCs food items must be cooled in 2-inch amounts or less and uncovered until they reach 41 degrees.
- Containers of TCs food items, such as cooked tofu and chicken, were not date marked.
- An ice scoop was stored over an ice machine rather than a proper container.
Red Lobster
4505 Martin Way E, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 25: 35 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Cooked pasta that was in an ice bath was covered in the walk-in cold hold and measured 44-50 degrees. TCS foods must be cooled in 2-inch amounts or less and left uncovered until they reach 41 degrees or below.
- Shredded cheese and coleslaw on ice in various locations measured more than 41 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must be at or below 41 degrees.
Cube Ramen and Asian Cuisine
2521 Marvin Road Northeast, Lacey
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 24: 30 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- The person-in-charge was not taking daily temperatures.
- Some employees were not able to present food worker cards.
- A back hand-sink was blocked by dishes.
- Boiled eggs and bean sprouts were measured at 43-47 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must at or below 41 degrees.
Ramirez Mexican Store and Tortilla Factory
5105 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater
Food Service Establishment and Drinking Establishment
Sept. 20: 30 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- A food worker sliced and diced tomatoes for Pico de Gallo with their bare hands.
- Milk and salsa in a prep unit at a server station was at 43-45 degrees. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
Taco Time
5320 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 26: 25 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Hot held cooked rice was measured at 106-140 degrees. Hot held TCS foods must be at or above 135 degrees.
Owl’s Nest Coffee and Pastries
116 Capitol Way North, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 26: 25 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Cooked onions and sausage were held at room temperature. TCS foods must be cooled in 2-inch amounts or less and left uncovered until they reach 41 degrees or below.
Starbucks
5300 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater.
Coffee Shop.
Sept. 20: 25 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Sweet cream cold foam was stored on a counter and measured 53 degrees.
Brewery City Pizza Lacey
4353 Martin Way E, Lacey
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 25: 20 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- The back hand-sink did not have soap or paper towels.
- A dressing with buttermilk was greater than 41 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must be at or below 41 degrees.
Royal Bean Coffee
703 Tumwater Blvd. SW, Tumwater
Coffee Shop
Sept. 19: 20 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- A hand-sink had blocked objects and a leak during the inspection.
- Milk in an under-counter cold hold was at 50 degrees. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
Subway
5595 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 26: 15 red points; 5 blue points.
Comments:
- The water at a hand-wash sink did not reach above 84 degrees after running for over one minute. Hand-wash sinks must be capable of providing water at 100 degrees.
- Meats in a walk-in cold hold were at 42-44 degrees rather than at or below 41 degrees.
- An in-use sanitizer solution was too weak as prepared.
New Moon Cooperative Café
113 4th Ave. W, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 25: 15 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- TCs products in multiple cold hold units were at 48-50 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must be at or below 41 degrees.
- The menu lacked a consumer advisory for cooked egg products. All menu items that may be served raw or undercooked must have an asterisk that directs the patron to a consumer advisory.
Iron Rabbit
2103 Harrison Ave. W, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 19: 15 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- The ambient temperature in a walk-in refrigerator was 45 degrees. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
- The menu lacked a consumer advisory for cook to order animal proteins.
Lucky’s Restaurant and Bar
1401 Marvin Road NE, Lacey
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 24: 10 red points; 5 blue points.
Comments:
- Sliced and diced tomatoes measured 43-47 degrees in a prep fridge. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
- A contact sanitizer for wiping towels lacked any chlorine.
Subway
4055 Martin Way E, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 25: 10 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- One employee was unable to present their food worker card.
- Sliced tomatoes in a plexiglass prep unit was at 42-44 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must be at or below 41 degrees.
O’Blarney’s Irish Pub
4411 Martin Way E, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 24: 10 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Shredded cheese in a prep unit was a t 45-47 degrees. Milk and dressing in a two-door Pepsi merchandiser was at 43-44 degrees. Cold held TCS foods must at or below 41degrees.
Dairy Queen
6530 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 19: 10 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Gravy in a hot hold was at 130-141 degrees. Hot held TCS food items must be at or above 135 degrees.
- Items in a two-door prep unit were 43-44 degrees. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
Jimmy John’s
5510 Corporate Center Lane SE, Lacey
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 20: 5 red points; 5 blue points.
Comments:
- One food worker card was not available upon request.
- An in-use sanitizer bucket was not set and used.
Brewery City Pizza Tumwater
5150 Capitol Way SE, Olympia
Food Service Establishment
Sept. 20: 5 red points; 0 blue points.
Comments:
- Shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese were held at 45 degrees. Cold held TCS food items must be at or below 41 degrees.
No violations
- Avenue Espresso. 670 Trosper Road SW, Tumwater. Coffee Shop.
- Happy Teriyaki V. 5103 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater. Food Service Establishment.
- Ramirez Mexican Store and Tortilla Factory. 5105 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater. Meat Market.
- Jamba Juice. 1350 Marvin Road NE, Lacey. Food Service Establishment.
- Adam’s Market. 324 4th Ave. E, Olympia. Grocery Stores and Confectioneries.
- Burger King. 5252 Capitol Blvd. SE, Tumwater. Food Service Establishment.
This story was originally published October 2, 2024 at 5:15 AM.