Joey's Seafood Restaurant

1. The spray bottle of quats sanitizer located at the food preparation table opposite the dishwashing sink was observed to be empty., , - Operator replaced the sanitizing solution from the dispenser and concentration was tested at 200 ppm., , - Ensure to always have quat sanitizer available at a concentration of 200 ppm by verifying with test strips, for effectiveness in killing microorganisms., , 2. Cleaning cloths were observed on food prep surfaces in the facility with no sanitizer residue detected in them/in buckets of sanitizing solution. , , - Operator was instructed to replace cleaning cloths and use along with sanitizing solution., , Ensure all cleaning cloths used on food contact surfaces are placed in sanitizing solution in between use or have adequate sanitizing solution residue in them.

Fish batter observed placed in another bowl containing ice beside the commercial deep fryer with temperature measured at 10.8 degrees Celsius. , , - Operator placed in a bigger bowl of ice bath., , Ensure to store all high-risk foods under refrigeration at 4 degrees Celsius or less. Monitor the temperature and change the ice bath as needed.

The handwashing sink at the bar,, 1. Observed to be used as a dump sink., , - Clearly designate handwashing sinks and use for only washing hands. Do not pour food or drinks in it. , , 2. Access was obstructed by a chair and garbage bin at the time of inspection., , - Operator was instructed to remove the items from the front of the handwashing sink., , Handwashing sinks must be accessible and clear at all times during operation to facilitate handwashing.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026, , April 2, 2025:, The handwashing sink paper towel dispenser in the prep area was empty., , Restock the paper towel dispenser with paper towels.

1. In the walk-in cooler, a box containing dressings/sauces was placed directly on the floor., , 2. Boxes of canola oil and other items were observed on the floor in front of the dishwashing sink., , - 1,2: Ensure all food items/boxes of food are stored at least 6 inches off the floor., , 3. In the walk-in cooler, flour in a container was overfilled and poured on the floor., , - Do not overfill food items in containers so that the lids can properly close, this protects food from potential contamination.

There was no light in the walk-in cooler. No visibility and difficult to properly assess., , -Repair/fix the lighting for safe handling of food and to facilitate cleaning.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026: An upright hand trolley placed on the wall of the mop station and close to the staff washroom door was also observed to be visibly dirty, with accumulated grease and debris., , - Clean and maintain in a sanitary manner or remove the trolley., , October 25, 2024:, 1) Small prep cooler was not operational., , Repair or remove the small prep cooler., , 2) Rust was noted on the green walk-in cooler racks. , , Clean the walk-in cooler and replace the green racks. , , 3) Grime build-up on the dishwasher racks., , Clean or replace the racks.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026: The light fixtures attached to the canopy also observed with accumulated grease and debris., , - Clean the light fixtures along with the exhaust hood canopy and ensure to maintain in a sanitary condition at all times., , April 2, 2025:, 1. The ventilation canopy filters were accumulated with grease and other deposits. , , Clean the ventilation canopy filters., , 2. The top and behind the stainless steel walls of the dishwasher was accumulated with debris., , Clean the top, inside, underneath and behind the stainless steel walls of the dishwasher.

1. The prep cooler opposite the cookline was observed to be dirty. , , - Clean the cooler thoroughly., , 2. The mop station in the kitchen was noted to be visibly dirty and had a strong foul odor. , , - Clean the station, throw out old mop heads and change to new ones., , 3. The bar and the space being used for storage at the front were observed to be cluttered., , - Clear the clutter, remove unnecessary items. Arrange and organize the area properly., , Note, Areas in a food facility must be maintained in an organized and sanitary manner to prevent cross-contamination and for ease of cleaning to prevent pest harborage.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026: The floors of the kitchen and bar were also observed to be visibly dirty., The dining room benches were noted to be torn and in disrepair., , Requirement:, Thoroughly clean the floors and other indicated areas and ensure to maintain in a sanitary condition at all times., Repair/replace the dining benches as all surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable., , October 25, 2024:, 1) Grime build-up underneath the dishwasher and kitchen baseboards., , 2) Slight dust build-up on the vents covers under the kitchen air vents. , , 3) Dining room bench cover was torn up., , 4) Grease and food stains build-up on the bottom of the equipment and legs.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026, , April 2, 2025:, 1. The handwashing sink was dirty. Rust was noted along the caulking joints., Clean the handwashing sink and recaulk the joints.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026, , April 2, 2025:, There was no chlorine test strip available., , Obtain chlorine test strip to measure the sanitizer concentration for the dishwasher.

**Outstanding violation**- February 2, 2026: Broken floor tiles noted in front of the dishwasher. Water and grease observed to be seeping out from them., , Requirement:, - Repair/fix the floors in disrepair., , Floor surfaces should be smooth, easily cleanable, impervious to moisture and durable., , Recurring violations cited on April 2, 2025:, 1. Cracked tiles were noted around the dishwasher. The tiles were not joined to the walls., , Fix the tiles., , 2. Gaps were noted between the tiles in the deep fryer area., , Seal the gap to facilitate effecting cleaning of the floor., , 3.  The walk-in cooler light was dim., , Obtain additional light in the walk-in cooler., Previous violations:, 1) Unfinished floor in the kitchen. Tiles were not extended to the wall and holes noted around the equipment legs. , , Finish the floor, , 2) Walk-in cooler light was dim. , , Increase light level.