Inspection key
Inspection results are provided by the Howell County Health Department. Details in the report include inspector comments, based on findings.
Violations are broken into two categories; critical and non-critical. A critical violation is defined as an issue that could be directly related to making someone sick. A non-critical violation does not have a direct relation to food-borne illness.
The major points assessed in each inspection include:
- Potentially hazardous foods need to be held hot at 140 degrees or above
- Potentially hazardous foods need to be held cold at 41 degrees or below.
Sanitation can be accomplished using either chlorine-based sanitizer, (with a solution of 50 to 100 parts per million) or quaternary ammonia solutions labeled with a solution of 220 ppm.
January 2020 CITY/COUNTY INSPECTIONS
Big Lots, 1362 Southern Hills, West Plains. *No violations observed*.
Boys & Girls Club of the Greater West Plains Area, 613 W. 1st St., West Plains. *No violations observed*
Captain D’s, 1402 Preacher Roe, West Plains. *No violations observed*.
Casey’s General Store, 211 W. Main, Willow Springs. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed vegetable and meat prep table coolers at 50⁰ F at time of inspection – maintain cold holding at 41⁰ F or lower, monitor to ensure compliance – correct by January 12, 2020.
Chen’s Garden, 1705 Gibson Ave., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed no paper towels at prep hand sink dispenser – corrected on-site; observed foods stored in walk-in cooler and prep coolers covered with cloth towels – only use non-absorbent material with food and food contact surfaces – corrected on-site.
Chapala Mexican Restaurant, 1603 Gibson Ave., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed ceiling tiles needed at back door storage area that are missing – correct by February 1, 2020. New name and ownership – Approved for opening.
Chapala Mexican Restaurant, 108 Main St., Willow Springs. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 4 Observed thermometers not available in several cold storage units for proper temperature monitoring – correct by January 15, 2020; observed prep table at 48⁰ F and 3 door cooler at 44⁰ F at time of inspection – must maintain cold holding at 41⁰ F or lower – correct by January 15, 2020; observed improper thawing of frozen product at room temperature – thaw only in refrigerator or cool running water – corrected on-site; observed paper towels missing/unavailable from dispenser in restrooms – corrected on-site. Will re-inspect in 2 months (March) – correct above violations. New ownership – approved for opening.
Dairy Queen, 1665 S. US 63, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed no handwashing signage at front 2 prep hand sinks – correct by January 30, 2020; observed thermometers missing from cold storage units – correct by January 30, 2020.
Family Counseling Center “A New Direction”, 3411 Division Dr., West Plains. *No violations observed*.
International Farmers Market, 3371 N. US 63, West Plains. *No violations observed*.
King Garden Buffet, 1805 Bruce Smith Parkway, West Plains. Work Order. On-site for re-inspection from November 27, 2019 – continued violations include: Prep area hand sinks not operational for proper handwashing, must be able to turn on/off hot water from faucet, not at water line – have plumber on-site for correction, must keep sinks operational at all times; observed numerous foods stored uncovered at all times in storage; observed prep employees without hair restraint – must have hat, hair net or visor; observed front hibachi and back vent hoods in need of cleaning; observed deep cleaning needed throughout prep/storage areas. Must correct by February 28, 2020 or closure order will be issued.
Mini Mosaic Acre, 9769 CR 8530, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed bulk items not in original packaging not properly labeled – label flour, spices, etc. – corrected on-site.
Pizza Hut, 1211 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed ceiling repair needed at dish/storage area due to leak – correct by February 15, 2020; observed delivery prep area and soda fountain cabinet in need of cleaning due to food debri – correct by February 15, 2020.
Ramey’s Supermarket #9, 1211 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 1 Observed rotisserie chicken/ribs in hot hold display not properly hot held above 135⁰ F or properly time marked for removal/sell-by-date and time. Non-critical: 2 Observed light shields in display coolers throughout missing or broken, in need of replacement – correct by February 20, 2020; observed ice scoop in produce area ice machine on cloth towel – store protected on non-absorbent surface – corrected on-site. Will re-inspect in 1 month (February).
Ruby Tuesday, 1008 Worley Dr., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed leak at dishwasher and mop sink faucet in need of repair – correct by February 2, 2020.
Snappy Mart 9, 1671 US 63, West Plains. Work Order. On-site for re-inspection from violations observed on December 31, 2019. All violations were to be addressed/corrected by re-inspection time. The following violations were continued to be observed: No paper towels at prep area hand sink – dispenser not working; prep area freezers in need of defrosting due to excessive ice accumulation; wall repair on-going in prep area, must finish repair; several items/areas in need of deep cleaning or removal of unnecessary items – front warmer area must be cleaned organized; prep area refrigerators/freezers cleaned; prep area flooring/walls need cleaned; organizing/removing unnecessary items from 3-vat sink area; front coffee prep area in need of deep cleaning and back storage area in need of organization. Compliance with this work order must be completed by February 28, 2020 or appropriate legal action will be taken.
Spring Dipper, 675 Missouri Ave., West Plains. *No violations observed*.
Subway #2, 1403 Southern Hills, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed front area soda fountain in need of cleaning – correct by February 1, 2020.
Sugar Lily Bakery & Floral, 210 Jan Howard Expressway, West Plains. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed food stored on floor in walk-in freezer – keep foods off floor to prevent possible contamination – corrected on-site.
Taco Alejandros, 1667 S. US. Hwy. 63, West Plains. Approved for opening. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed improper thawing of frozen product – must thaw in refrigeration, or cool running water only – corrected on-site; observed paper towels not properly dispensed at prep area hand sink – correct by January 30, 2020.
Taco Bell, 1345 Southern Hills, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed cabinet area under front soda fountain in need of cleaning – correct by February 2, 2020.
The Little Hut, 201 Trish Knight St., West Plains. *No violations observed*.
The Neighborhood Tribe, 204 W 1st St., Mtn. View. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed thermometers missing from cold storage units – must have them for proper temperature monitoring – correct by January 30, 2020. Will re-inspect in 3 months (April).
The Sub Shack, 106 W 1st Street, Mtn. View. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Previous critical violations corrected. Non-critical: 4 Observed exposed wood in prep areas in need of painting or sealing – *Final Notice* correct by February 1, 2020; observed lights not properly shielded in front and back prep areas – *Final Notice* – correct by February 1, 2020; observed flooring in need of repair in back prep area, must be smooth, easily cleanable – continue work to repair – correct by February 1, 2020; observed leak at 3-vat sink drain in need of repair – correct by February 1, 2020. Will re-inspect in February.
Three Legged Mule 2, 12015 SR 101, Caulfield. *No violations observed*. New owners – approved for opening. Will re-inspect in 3 months (April).
Vito’s, 1449 Preacher Roe, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed improper thawing of frozen product in standing water – must thaw product in refrigeration or cool running water only – corrected on-site.
To view all the City and County restaurant inspections – go to our website at:
www.howellcountyhealthdepartment.com.
