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OL SOUTH PANCAKE HOUSE

1509 S UNIVERSITY DR FORT WORTH, TX 76107-6545

Restaurant | Regular | Fixed Food

July 14, 2023
Score & Grade: 26 Grade:
Site ID

2065

Observations & Corrective Actions

2: Walk in behind room area observed with multiple foods above 41*F. Chopped ham 55*F, chopped spinach 64.2*F, sliced chees at 58.1*F and 55.9*F, shredded cheddar cheese at 50.9*F, 52*F, and. 52.7*F. Cut cantelope observed at 49.3*F, chopped tomatoes 55.2*F, sliced tomatoes 51.6*F, sausage at 53.8*F, deli 53.4*F, ground beef 55.9*F, raw eggs between 55.0*F and 94.8*F, 1. The TCS food is not being maintained at 41°F or below. Corrected On Site (COS)

9: Observed a plate stored on top of an uncovered bin of lettuce in prep cooler. Observed a bin of uncovered sausage stored directly on top of another bin of uncovered sausage in walk in 1. Food is not protected from cross-contamination, or other contamination, during storage, preparation, holding, display or is in contact with unclean surfaces.

10: Mild black residue observed on soda gun nozzles. Residue observed on slicer stored in bakery area 1. Food contact surface is not clean to sight or touch, and was not cleaned before use or storage. Corrected On Site (COS)

27: Observed sausage and potatoes cooling on shelf under cook line 1. Food establishment is not using an approved method to cool food based on the type of food being cooled.

28: Multiple food items dated only with the day of the week and not dated with month and day 1. The potentially hazardous food, that is located in the cold-storage units, has been refrigerated for more than 24 hours and is not marked with the day of preparation, day that it was opened or the date which the food shall be consumed by.

31: No paper towels observed at server hand sink 1. Inadequate hand cleaning supplies or inadequate hand drying provisions at hand-washing sink. Corrected On Site (COS)

32: Observed multiple chipped plates 1. Food Contact Surfaces and non-food contact surfaces are not designed/constructed or maintained to allow easy cleaning.

34: Fly light observed installed above mixer and ice scoop 4. Insect control devices are improperly designed and/or installed.

34: Multiple flies observed in establishment 2. Insects or pests are present in the food establishment.

36: No sanitizer (0ppm chlorine) observed in sanitizer bucket on server line 2. The wiping cloth sanitizer solution concentration is inadequate.

36: Observed rags in sanitizer bucket not completly submurged in sanitizer, observed soiled rag on grill area 1. Cloths in-use for wiping are not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.

37: Observed batter uncovered in walk in cooler. 2. Food is not protected from contamination.

39: Walk in cooling at 52*F 02. Equipment is not properly designed, installed and/or adjusted. Corrected On Site (COS)

39: Observed flour scoop stored on top of flour container covered in residue 01. In-use utensils used for food preparation or dispensing are not properly stored between uses.

41: Observed bulk items not labeled such as bulk flour, and nuts 1. Food is not properly labeled.

42: Observed food residue and dust on shelves in walk in cooler, grease residue on outside of reach in fridge, food residue around flour containers, grease behind grill areas 1. Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

43: Light not covered in hallway in kitchen area 2. Light bulbs are not shielded, coated, or otherwise protected from being shattered.

43: Observed dust in air vents in walk in cooler 1. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) not properly designed, installed, and/or maintained.

45: Exposed wood observed under hand sink in server line 05. Unapproved floor/wall/ceiling surfaces.

45: Residue observed on ceilings, floors, and walls throughout kitchen areas 01. Floors/walls/ceilings are not clean.

45: Missing ceiling tile observed. Ear employee bathroom 04. Wall and ceiling covering/panels not installed, or attached.

46: Employee door does not self close 3. Toilet room is not equipped with a self-closing door; or the door is propped open.

46: Employee trash can does not have a lid 1. Toilet room trash receptacle is not covered.

Additional Comments

Restaurant closed while food was being discarded and walk in being maintenanced. Walk in was corrected prior to inspector leaving facility. Air confirmed blowing at 38*F- restaurant allowed to reopen. Facility will keep temp logs over the weekend and follow up will be conducted Monday.

Observations

NO
1 Proper cooling time and temperature
Compliant
Observations

1. Discard the TCS food that is not being maintained at 41°F or below.

OUT
2 Proper Cold Holding temperature (41°F/45°F)
COS
Observations

IN
3 Proper Hot Holding temperature (135°F)
Compliant
Observations

IN
4 Proper cooking time and temperature
Compliant
Observations

NO
5 Proper reheating procedure for hot holding (165°F in 2 Hours)
Compliant
Observations

NO
6 Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Compliant
Observations

IN
7 Food and ice obtained from approved source; Food in good condition, safe, and, unadulterated; parasite destruction
Compliant
Observations

IN
8 Food Received at proper temperature
Compliant
Observations

1. Raw animal foods, and unwashed fruits/vegetables, shall be stored in a manner that will not contaminate ready to eat, and prepared, food. Raw animal food shall be prepared and stored separately, by type, to prevent cross-contamination. Food shall only contact clean surfaces. Correct immediately.

OUT
9 Food Separated and protected, prevention during food preparation, storage, display, and tasting
Observations

1. Follow proper cleaning procedures prior to use, or storage, of utensils, dishware, or pans.

OUT
10 Food contact surfaces and Returnables; Cleaned and Sanitized at correct concentration/temperature
COS
Observations

IN
11 Proper disposition of returned, previously served or reconditioned food items
Compliant
Observations

IN
12 Management, Food employees and conditional employees; knowledge, responsibilities, and reporting
Compliant
Observations

IN
13 Proper use of restriction and exclusion; No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Compliant
Observations

IN
14 Hands cleaned and properly washed/Gloves used properly
Compliant
Observations

IN
15 No bare hand contact with ready to eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
Compliant
Observations

NA
16 Pasteurized foods used; prohibited food not offered Pasteurized eggs used when required
Compliant
Observations

NA
17 Food additives; approved and properly stored; Washing Fruits & Vegetables
Compliant
Observations

IN
18 Toxic substances properly identified, stored and used
Compliant
Observations

IN
19 Water from approved source; Plumbing installed; proper backflow device
Compliant
Observations

IN
20 Approved Sewage/Wastewater Disposal System, proper disposal
Compliant
Observations

IN
21 Person in charge present, demonstration of knowledge, and perform duties/ Certified Food Manager (CFM)
Compliant
Observations

IN
22 Food Handler/ no unauthorized persons/ personnel
Compliant
Observations

IN
23 Hot and Cold Water available; adequate pressure, safe
Compliant
Observations

NA
24 Required records available (shell stock tags; parasite destruction); Packaged Food labeled
Compliant
Observations

NA
25 Compliance with Variance, Specialized Process, and HACCP plan; Variance obtained for specialized processing methods; manufacturer instructions
Compliant
Observations

IN
26 Posting of Consumer Advisories; raw or under cooked foods (Disclosure/Reminder/Buffet plate)/Allergen Label
Compliant
Observations

1. Food establishment must use an approved method for cooling food, based on the type of food being cooled.

OUT
27 Proper cooling method used; Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
Observations

1. The RTE/TCS foods that is located in the cold storage unit have been refrigerated for more than 24 hours must be marked with the day of preparation, date opened or the date by which the food shall be consumed.

OUT
28 Proper Date marking and disposition
Observations

IN
29 Thermometers provided, accurate, and calibrated; Chemical/ Thermal test strips
Compliant
Observations

IN
30 Food Establishment Permit (Current & Valid)
Compliant
Observations

1. Hand cleaning material and hand drying provisions must be available at all hand-washing facilities.

OUT
31 Adequate hand washing facilities: Accessible and properly supplied, used
COS
Observations

1. Food contact surfaces an non-food contact surfaces MUST BE free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections to allow for easy cleaning/facilitate maintenance.

OUT
32 Food and Non-food Contact Surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Observations

IN
33 Warewashing Facilities; installed, maintained, used/Service sink or curb cleaning facility provided
Compliant
Observations

4. Insect control devices MUST BE designed/installed to retain the insect within the device and not located over a food preparation area. Trapped pests must be removed from the food establishment.

OUT
34 No Evidence of insect contamination, rodent/other animals
Observations

2. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: 1) routinely inspecting incoming shipments, 2) routinely inspecting the premises, and 3) using standard pest control methods.

OUT
34 No Evidence of insect contamination, rodent/other animals
Observations

IN
35 Personal Cleanliness/eating, drinking or tobacco use
Compliant
Observations

2. The sanitizer in the bucket must be at a concentration of 50-200 ppm bleach or 150-400 ppm quaternary ammonium compound.

OUT
36 Wiping Cloths; properly used and stored
Observations

1. Cloths in-use for wiping counters, and other equipment surfaces, shall be held between uses, in a chemical sanitizer solution at a specified concentration and laundered daily.

OUT
36 Wiping Cloths; properly used and stored
Observations

2. During preparation and storage, food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination; or, from other miscellaneous sources of contamination.

OUT
37 Environmental contamination
Observations

IN
38 Approved thawing method
Compliant
Observations

02. All equipment must be properly maintained, adjusted, designed, and installed as specified by law.

OUT
39 Utensils, equipment, & linens; properly used, stored, dried, & handled/ In use utensils; properly used
COS
Observations

01. During pauses in food preparation, or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with handles above the top of the food and the container edge 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment, when cleaned and sanitized at the prescribed intervals. 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to wash food particles away 4) in a clean location if the utensil is used only for a non-potentially hazardous food. 5) in water maintained at 135°F, or greater.

OUT
39 Utensils, equipment, & linens; properly used, stored, dried, & handled/ In use utensils; properly used
Observations

IN
40 Single-service & single-use articles; properly stored and used
Compliant
Observations

1. Ensure all containers are labeled properly once removed from original container.

OUT
41 Original container labeling (Bulk Food)
Observations

1. Nonfood-contact areas must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

OUT
42 Non-Food Contact surfaces clean
Observations

2. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or made otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, or unwrapped single-service-single-use articles.

OUT
43 Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Observations

1. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems shall be designed, installed, and maintained so that make-up air intake and exhaust vents do not cause contamination of food, contact surfaces, equipment, or utensils.

OUT
43 Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Observations

IN
44 Garbage and Refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Compliant
Observations

05. Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces shall be smooth, durable, and easily cleanable where food establishment operations are conducted.

OUT
45 Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observations

01. The physical facility, including the floors, walls, and ceiling shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

OUT
45 Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observations

04. Wall and/or ceiling covering/panels shall be designed, constructed, installed, and attached so they are smooth, nonabsorbent, light in color, and easy to clean.

OUT
45 Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observations

3. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment, and does not open directly into the food establishment; such as a toilet room (that is provided by the management of a shopping mall), a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door; and, except during cleaning and maintenance.

OUT
46 Toilet Facilities; properly constructed, supplied and clean
Observations

1. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

OUT
46 Toilet Facilities; properly constructed, supplied and clean
Observations

IN
47 Other Violations
Compliant