Namsan Korean Cuisine

Black garbage bags are being used to store food in the basement preparation space coolers/freezers. , , Garbage bags are not a food safe packaging and must be discarded. , , Please only store food in food safe containers.

Food items in the ice bath are not being submerged in the ice bath. , , Please add more water and ice to the ice bath such that all food items are being properly submerged to maintain a temperature of 4C or below.

The basement preparation hand sink was not stocked with paper towels at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure that all hand sinks are always stocked with paper towels, liquid hand soap, and hot/cold running water to facilitate proper hand washing by food handlers.

The rice paddle was being stored in room temperature stagnant water. , , Please store the rice paddle in an ice bath to reduce the risk of pathogen growth and cross contamination.

The facilities food handling permit is not posted in the facility. , , Please print and post a copy of your valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.

The facilities Food Handling Permit was overdue, and payment was required immediately to avoid a closure order. , , Payment was completed on the online portal by the operator at the time of the inspection. , , Please check junk email inbox and keep up on emails from AHS permitting team to ensure payments are made on time.

A leak was observed coming from the ceiling in the basement preparation area. , , Please repair the leak immediately, and replace any damaged building materials to reduce the risk of mold growth.

Multiple tiles were broken and missing pieces in the main floor kitchen. , , Please repair/replace the tiles such that the floor is smooth, cleanable, and impervious to moisture.

The facility requires a deep clean. Please clean the hard-to-reach areas such as under and behind equipment.

A rice cooker is being stored on the floor by the back stairs under the aprons. , , Please move the rice cooker such that it is stored elevated off of the floor and protected from contamination.