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Founders Brewing Company
456 Charlott St.

Food Service Establishment

StatusOpen
License typeFixed Establishment
State license number221930
OwnerCanal Street Brewing Co., LLC
Complexity levelHigh
Review frequencyEvery 150 days

10 Inspections
Since 8-1-2016

03-02-2023
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation cited :
Code 3-501.18
Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food(s) beyond consume by date
FULL FOOD CODE:
A FOOD specified in ¶ 3-501.17(A) or (B) shall be discarded if it: (1) Exceeds the temperature and time combination specified in ¶ 3-501.17(A), except time that the product is frozen; (P) (2) Is in a container or PACKAGE that does not bear a date or day; (P) or (3) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds a temperature and time combination as specified in ¶ 3-501.17(A). (P)
Priority
Corrected on 3-03-2023

08-09-2022
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
5 violations cited :
Code 4-501.114
Iodine solution concentration below 12 5 ppm
FULL FOOD CODE:
A chemical SANITIZER used in a SANITIZING solution for a manual or mechanical operation shall meet these limits or as otherwise approved: (P) Chlorine ppm pH<10 pH<8 25 120 F 120 F 50 100 F 75 F 100 55 F 55 F Iodine a concentration of between 12.5 and 25 ppm and minimum temp of 75 F and pH of 5 or less or meets manufacturer's specifications. (P) Quats minimum temperature of 75 F, hardness of 500 ppm or less and meet manufacturers use directions. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 11-30-2022
Code 3-501.16
Cold food item(s) stored above 41 degrees f
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be maintained: (A) 135ºF or above, except that roasts properly cooked and cooled may be held at a temperature of 130ºF; or (P) (B) At 41ºF or less (P)
Priority
Corrected on 8-10-2022
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 8-10-2022
Code 3-501.17
Commercially processed ready to eat potentially hazardous food(s) improperly date marked
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) READY-TO-EAT, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) prepared and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be clearly marked at the time of preparation to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed. (Pf) (B) A container of refrigerated, commercially prepared READY-TO-EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed. (Pf) A date marking system that does not exceed 7 days, including date of preparation, or opening is to be used. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-10-2022
Code 5-205.11
Handwashing sink(s) not easily accessible items stored in
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) A HANDWASHING SINK shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for EMPLOYEE use and used for no other purpose. (Pf) (B) An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-10-2022

01-11-2022
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
4 violations cited :
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-12-2022
Code 7-201.11
Poisonous/toxic material(s) stored over with single service use items
FULL FOOD CODE:
POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL by spacing or partitioning; (P) and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-12-2022
Code 7-201.11
Expand for full food code definition
FULL FOOD CODE:
POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL by spacing or partitioning; (P) and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-12-2022
Code 6-301.14
Handwashing signage not provided at hand sink
FULL FOOD CODE:
A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
Core
Not corrected

06-23-2021
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
2 violations cited :
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 6-24-2021
Code 3-501.14
Cooked food(s) cooled from 70 degrees f to 41 degrees f for more than 4 hours
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) Cooked POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be cooled: (1) Within 2 hours, from 135ºF to 70ºF; and (P) (2) Within 4 hours, from 70ºF to 41ºF or less (P) (B) POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41F or less. (P) (C) POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) received in compliance with LAWS allowing a temperature above 41ºF during shipment from the supplier shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41ºF or less. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 6-24-2021

10-22-2020
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation cited :
Code 4-302.14
Sanitizer test kit iodine not provided
FULL FOOD CODE:
A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 10-29-2020

09-29-2019
Routine Inspection

OutcomeNot compliant
5 violations cited :
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 9-30-2019
Code 3-501.15
Food item(s) cooled improperly
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under § 3-501.14 by using one or more of the following methods based on the type of FOOD being cooled: (1) Placing the FOOD in shallow pans; (Pf) (2) Separating the FOOD into smaller or thinner portions; (Pf) (3) Using rapid cooling EQUIPMENT; (Pf) (4) Stirring the FOOD in a container placed in an ice water bath; (Pf) (5) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; (Pf) (6) Adding ice as an ingredient; (Pf) or (7) Other effective methods. (Pf) (B) When placed in cooling or cold holding EQUIPMENT, FOOD containers in which FOOD is being cooled shall be: (1) Arranged in the EQUIPMENT to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (2) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination as specified under Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the FOOD.
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 9-30-2019
Code 3-302.12
Food item(s) not identified
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-501.111
Pest(s) gnats present in facility
FULL FOOD CODE:
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the PREMISES. by: (A) Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of FOOD and supplies; (B) Routinely inspecting the PREMISES for evidence of pests; (C) Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified.(Pf) (D) Eliminating harborage conditions.
Core
Not corrected
Code 5-501.17
Covered waste receptacle(s) not provided
FULL FOOD CODE:
A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
Core
Not corrected

03-03-2019
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
3 violations cited :
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 3-04-2019
Code 2-402.11
Hair restraint hair beard net not worn on face
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; or unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-301.14
Handwashing signage not provided at hand sink
FULL FOOD CODE:
A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
Core
Not corrected

08-08-2018
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
5 violations cited :
Code 7-201.11
Poisonous/toxic material(s) stored over with food
FULL FOOD CODE:
POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL by spacing or partitioning; (P) and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 8-09-2018
Code 3-101.11
Food dishonestly presented
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED and honestly presented. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 8-09-2018
Code 6-301.12
Sanitary hand drying provisions disposable paper towels not provided at hand sink
FULL FOOD CODE:
Each HANDWASHING SINK or group of adjacent HANDWASHING SINKS shall be provided with: (A) Individual, disposable towels; (Pf) (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel;(Pf) or (C) A heated-air hand drying device.(Pf) (D) A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity pressurized air at ambient temperatures.(Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-09-2018
Code 7-102.11
Working containers-toxics not labeled as to content
FULL FOOD CODE:
Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-09-2018
Code 4-602.13
Nonfood contact surface(s) soiled
FULL FOOD CODE:
NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Core
Not corrected

01-10-2018
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
8 violations cited :
Code 3-501.16
Cold food item(s) stored above 41 degrees f
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be maintained: (A) 135ºF or above, except that roasts properly cooked and cooled may be held at a temperature of 130ºF; or (P) (B) At 41ºF or less (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-11-2018
Code 7-201.11
Poisonous/toxic material(s) stored over with single service use items
FULL FOOD CODE:
POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL by spacing or partitioning; (P) and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-11-2018
Code 5-202.13
Air gap less than twice the diameter of supply line
FULL FOOD CODE:
An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the PLUMBING FIXTURE, EQUIPMENT, or nonFOOD EQUIPMENT shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 1 inch. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 1-11-2018
Code 7-102.11
Working containers-toxics not labeled as to content
FULL FOOD CODE:
Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 1-11-2018
Code 4-903.11
Clean equipment/utensil(s) exposed to dust splash or other contaminates
FULL FOOD CODE:
Cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be stored in an approved manner and location.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-501.11
Equipment do not meet requirements of rule
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements of the code.
Core
Not corrected
Code 3-302.12
Food item(s) not identified
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.
Core
Not corrected
Code 2-402.11
Hair restraint hair beard net not worn on face
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; or unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Core
Not corrected

11-21-2017
Plan Review/Pre-Open

OutcomeCompliant
13 violations cited :
Code 4-903.11
Clean equipment/utensil(s) stored on floor or less than 6 inches above floor
FULL FOOD CODE:
Cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be stored in an approved manner and location.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-201.13
Floor(s) not coved
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) In FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and closed to no larger than one thirty-second inch. (B) The floors in FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which water flush cleaning methods are used shall be provided with drains and be graded to drain, and the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and SEALED.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-101.19
Expand for full food code definition
FULL FOOD CODE:
NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material.
Core
Not corrected
Code 5-501.17
Covered waste receptacle(s) not provided
FULL FOOD CODE:
A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-201.13
Floor(s) not coved
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) In FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and closed to no larger than one thirty-second inch. (B) The floors in FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which water flush cleaning methods are used shall be provided with drains and be graded to drain, and the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and SEALED.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-101.11
Floor material(s) for construction not nonabsorbent in areas subject to moisture
FULL FOOD CODE:
Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be: (1) SMOOTH, durable, and EASILY CLEANABLE for areas where FOOD ESTABLISHMENT operations are conducted; (2) Closely woven and EASILY CLEANABLE carpet for carpeted areas; and (3) Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as FOOD preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, WAREWASHING areas, toilet rooms, mobile FOOD ESTABLISHMENT SERVICING AREAS, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-201.11
Floor(s) juncture not sloped to drain
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except otherwise approved, and except for antislip floor coverings or applications may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are SMOOTH and EASILY CLEANABLE.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-402.11
Fixed equipment spaced more than 1 32 of an inch from adjoining
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT that is fixed because it is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed so that it is spaced to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind, and above the EQUIPMENT or sealed as required, COUNTER-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT that is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed to allow cleaning of the EQUIPMENT and areas underneath and around the EQUIPMENT .
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-903.11
Clean equipment/utensil(s) exposed to dust splash or other contaminates
FULL FOOD CODE:
Cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be stored in an approved manner and location.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-402.11
Fixed equipment spaced more than 1 32 of an inch from adjoining
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT that is fixed because it is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed so that it is spaced to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind, and above the EQUIPMENT or sealed as required, COUNTER-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT that is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed to allow cleaning of the EQUIPMENT and areas underneath and around the EQUIPMENT .
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-202.15
Outer opening(s) holes or gaps along floors not tight fitting
FULL FOOD CODE:
Outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Unless otherwise allowed by law.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-402.11
Fixed equipment not sealed to adjoining wall s
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT that is fixed because it is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed so that it is spaced to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind, and above the EQUIPMENT or sealed as required, COUNTER-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT that is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed to allow cleaning of the EQUIPMENT and areas underneath and around the EQUIPMENT .
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-402.11
Fixed equipment not sealed to adjoining wall s
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT that is fixed because it is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed so that it is spaced to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind, and above the EQUIPMENT or sealed as required, COUNTER-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT that is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed to allow cleaning of the EQUIPMENT and areas underneath and around the EQUIPMENT .
Core
Not corrected
About inspections
A restaurant is compliant when zero Priority or Priority Foundation violations are cited during an inspection, or when all are corrected; Core violations will be reviewed at the next routine inspection and are not required to be corrected to be in compliance.

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