MOZAMBIQUE RESTAURANT

MOZAMBIQUE RESTAURANT: RESTAURANT

1740 S Coast Hwy Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3252 | View Original Inspection PDF

Inspection Information

Action

Routine Inspection

Inspection Date

August 14, 2024

Result

PASS

Comments

The purpose of this visit is to conduct a routine inspection. Food Manager Certificate: R. Rodriguez Parra 06/29/28

Observations

MIN Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Full Description

All liquid waste must drain to an approved fully functioning sewage disposal system; toilets shall be operable. (114197)

Comments

The floor sink next to the walk-in cooler is clogged with debris and standing water but not backing up. Repair and maintain all plumbing to be fully operative, clean and in good repair. COS: The maintenance employee removed the debris causing the clog and cleaned the floor sink.

OUT Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas, use

Full Description

Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors, and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149, 114149.1, 114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)

Comments

Observed a gap in the hood filters at the cook's line. Eliminate all gaps in the hood filters.

OUT Premises: personal/cleaning items; vermin-proofing

Full Description

The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces; the facility shall be kept vermin proof; open-air barbecues shall be operated in an approved manner. (114067(j), 114123, 114143(a)&(b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)

Comments

Observed the air curtain to be inoperable at the rear of the facility. Repair or replace the air curtain.

OUT Floors, walls and ceilings: built, maintained, and clean

Full Description

The walls / ceilings shall have durable, smooth, nonabsorbent, light-colored, and washable surfaces. All floor surfaces, other than the customer service areas, shall be approved, smooth, durable, and made of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Approved base coving shall be provided in all areas, except customer service areas and where food is stored in original unopened containers. Food facilities shall be fully enclosed. All food facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. (114143(d), 114266, 114268, 114268.1, 114271, 114272)

Comments

Observed several floor sinks with an accumulation of grime. Maintain all floor sinks to be clean and in good repair.