8 Bloomington food establishments cited for violations

Eight Bloomington food establishments were recently cited for critical violations following October food inspections by the Monroe County Health Department.

Of the eight, three of the establishments were able to correct their problems during the inspection.

“A critical failure, if not corrected, is more likely to cause a foodborne illness,” said Sylvia Garrison, Monroe County Health Department Chief Food Sanitarian. “That doesn’t mean you will get sick, but it’s more likely.”

Garrison said the punishment for these violations differ depending on their severity. Some are expected to be corrected during the inspection or within 24 hours, but some are given more time.

“We’ll do follow-up inspections,” Garrison said. “We don’t fine at this time.”
She said it is rare for a food establishment to be closed due to a health violation and will only occur if it is very severe and could put the public at risk.

CRITICAL VIOLATIONS

My Thai Cafe, 3316 W. Third St., Oct. 5, lacked proof of certified food handler, foods held at improper temperature, corrected during inspection.

Marsh Supermarket, 3600 W. Third St., Oct. 6, different raw meats packed together — potential cross-contamination.

Jimmy John’s, 1827 E. 10th St., Oct. 4, foods held at improper temperature, corrected during inspection.

Beri Frozen Yogurt, 304 N. Walnut St., food contact surfaces not sanitized.

Papa John’s Pizza, 415 N. Walnut St., Oct. 7, lacked proof of certified food handler.

The Alley Bar, 210 W. Kirkwood Ave., Oct. 21, boiled eggs behind bar held at improper temperature.

Mac Mediterranean Grill, 1434 E. Third St., Oct. 5, soda tips and can opener unclean, corrected during inspection; no violations found on follow-up inspection on Oct. 18 for previous violations.

Bear’s Place, 1316 E. Third St., Oct. 10, evidence of pests.

— Mary Kenney