Orange County Health Care Agency – Environmental Health Division
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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

October 26, 2022

Result

REINSPECTION

Comments

An joint epidemiological investigation with D. Jerro for an alleged foodborne illness complaint (CO#154912) was conducted on this date. Refer to the foodborne illness investigation report for details. A joint routine inspection with D. Jerro was conducted this date

Observations

MIN Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized

Full Description

All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(d), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101(b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115(a, b ,d), 114117, 114125(b), 114141)

Comments

Observed an accumulation of grime/debris on the meat slicer. This meat slicer was not in use at the time of this inspection. Thoroughly clean and sanitize all sections of this meat slicer prior to its next use.

MAJ Compliance with shellstock tags, condition, display

Full Description

Shellstock shall have complete certification tags and shall be properly stored and displayed. (114039 - 114039.5)

Comments

Identifying tags could not be located for a container of oysters in the walk in cooler. Corrective Action: These oysters were voluntarily discarded by the person in charge.

MAJ Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP Plan

Full Description

The food facility is required to operate pursuant to a HACCP plan. HACCP plan is a written document that delineates the formal procedures developed for safe food handling approved by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods. A written document approving a deviation from standard health code requirements shall be maintained at the food facility. Satellite food facilities shall have approved standard operating procedures. Chinese-style roast duck that is exempt from the required holding temperatures must follow approved preparation methods and holding guidelines. Korean rice cakes that are exempt from the required holding temperatures must follow approved preparation methods, labeling, and storage guidelines. Vietnamese rice cakes that are exempt from the required holding temperatures must follow approved preparation methods, labeling, and storage guidelines. Asian rice noodles exempt from the required holding temperatures must follow approved preparation method, labeling, and storage guidelines. (114057, 114057.1, 114225, 114417, 114417.2, 114419, 114429, 114429.3, 114429.5)

Comments

Reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) food was found at the following locations, either partially labeled and marked as exceeding their two day holding limit. A.) In reach in cooler next to the grill - ROP 'Seafood Set' (Shrimp and fish) The label in this item indicated that this item was vacuum sealed over 2 days prior to this inspection. Corrective Action: This item was voluntarily discarded by a line cook. B.) In the walk in cooler: - 3 lbs of ROP 'Seafood Set' (Shrimp and Calamari) These items were missing a date label. Corrective Action: These items were voluntarily discarded. C.) In the walk in Freezer: - 3 lbs of ROP 'Seafood Set' (Shrimp and Calamari) - 40 lbs of ROP Raw Shrimp - 8 lbs of ROP Calamari - 25 lbs of ROP Halibut These items were either marked past their two day limit, or improperly labeled (missing date/year). Corrective Action:These items were voluntarily discarded by a line cook. ADVISORY: Except for FISH that is FROZEN before, during, and after packaging, a FOOD FACILITY shall not package FISH using a reduced-oxygen packaging method.

MAJ No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Full Description

Each food facility shall be kept free of insects, birds, animals, or vermin: rodents (rats, mice), cockroaches, flies. (114259, 114259.1, 114259.4, 114259.5)

Comments

Rodent activity was found at the following areas: - Dead rodent under the ice cream cooler - Single rodent dropping under the ice cream cooler - Rodent droppings under the reach in cooler in the cooler of the prep line. Corrective Action: These areas were thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. Gaps/holes as indicated in item #44 were sealed prior to the conclusion of this inspection. Continue to address rodent activity using only approved methods.

OUT Food separated and protected

Full Description

All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113980, 113984, 113986, 114060, 114067, 114077, 114073, 114143)

Comments

Raw ground beef was observed to be stored over whole beef in the cooler next to grill. Ensure raw foods are stored in order of cooking temperature.

OUT Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Full Description

All nonfood-contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean. (114115 [c])

Comments

Observed an accumulation of grime/debris at but not limited to the following areas: - Sides of the grills/cooking equipment - Microwave in the kitchen - Equipment caster wheels - Storage racks throughout the facility. Thoroughly clean these and any other affected areas to remove any accumulation of grime/food debris.

OUT Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Corrected on Site

Full Description

Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)

Comments

The sanitizer solution solution in the 3 compartment sink was measured at 0 PPM quaternary ammonia. No active ware washing was observed at the time of this inspection. The dish machine was observed to be fully operational. Corrective Action: This sanitizer solution was refilled with sanitizer measuring at 200 PPM quaternary ammonia.

OUT Equipment/Utensils - approved; installed; good repair; capacity

Full Description

All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114130.6, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114175, 114177, 114180, 114182)

Comments

1.) The reach in portion of the cooler across the grill/fryer measured at an ambient air temperature of 53 F. Corrective Action: A refrigeration technician repaired this unit on site. This unit measured at 38 F prior to the end of the inspection. 2.) The reach in cooler next to the grill measured at an ambient air temperature ranging from 49 F- 51 F. Corrective Action: A refrigeration technician repaired this unit on site. This unit measured at 39 F prior to the end of the inspection. 3.) An oven near the soda machine was observed to be held shut with a bungie cord. Repair or replace this oven door. Maintain all equipment in good repair.

OUT Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use

Full Description

All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored; non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. A full service restaurant is to only provide a single-use plastic straw to a consumer when requested. (114074, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.3, 114185.4, 114185.5)

Comments

Ice creams scoops were observed to be stored in turbid standing water measuring at 68 F near the ice cream fridge. Ensure utensils are stored under continuously running water or water maintained above 135 F or below 41 F.

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

The ventilation unit double door Vulcan oven was observed to be sealed shut. Ensure this oven under approved ventilation. This item will be under further review by this department.

OUT Wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Full Description

Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales, or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer; separate sanitizing containers shall be provided for wiping cloths used with raw animal foods. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 [d-e])

Comments

A sanitizer bucket near the soda machine was measured at 0 PPM quaternary ammonia. Ensure all sanitizer buckets are filled with a compliant sanitizer solution.

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 gaps/holes at but not limited to the following areas: - Gap under the handwashing sink in the ware washing area near the fire extinguisher - Gap around the electrical box near the dish machine hood - Gap in the bottom left corner the back door to the facility. These gaps were sealed on site by on site maintenance.

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 an accumulation of grime/debris at but not limited to the following areas: - Floors under the soda machine station Thoroughly clean these and other affected floors to remove any accumulation of grime/food debris.

OUT Voluntary Condemnation & Destruction (VC&D)

Full Description

Food, equipment, or utensils that are found to be unsanitary or in disrepair may be Voluntarily Condemned and Destroyed by the person in charge. (111890, 111895)

Comments

The following items were voluntarily discarded due to improper holding temperature/improper labeling/improper specialized procedures: - Beef Samosa 66 F - Vegetable Samosa 67 F - Hard Boiled Eggs 55 F - Bread Pudding 46 F - Butter Pudding 48 F - Diced tomatoes 66 F - Feta Cheese 48 F - Pizza 50 F - Beef in bags 55 F - Mac and Cheese 48 F - Chipolina Sauce 50 F - Durban Curry 54 F - Fish Fillets 57 F - Cooked lobster 58 F - Raw Shrimp 54 F - Sea Bass 51 F - Raw Steak 54 F - Sea Bass 51 F - Yellow Shredded Cheese 55 F - Curry 56 F - Veggie Curry 54 F - Cooked Pasta 57 F - Lamp Chops 54 F - Raw Beef 50 F - Steak 50 F - New York Strip Steak 49 F - Lamb Chop 49 F - Fillet Minion 50 F - Chicken Skewers 52 F - 3 lbs of 'Seafood Set' - 40 lbs of Raw Shrimp - 8 lbs of Calamari - 25 lbs of Halibut - 4 Dozen Oysters

OUT Sample Collected

Full Description

An enforcement officer may secure any sample, photographs, or other evidence from a facility. (114390)

Comments

Photos of rodent activity, oyster tags, were taken and will be uploaded to this report.

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