Moti Mahal Cuisine of India - Inspection Report
Address:4113 Pennsylvania Avenue Kansas City MO 64111
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 931-7775

Inspection details
Inspection Date27 December, 2018
Inspection TypeRoutine Inspection
Critical Violations12
Non-critical Violations18

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
6-303.11
Lighting intensity not adequate in food prep, storage & service areas
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dim lighting in the walk-in cooler.
6-501.113
Maintenance tools not properly stored; and/or Premises not free of unnecessary items/litter
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed maintenance tools and unnecessary items stored in the alley behind the establishment.
7-202.11
Restriction - Poisonous or toxic materials that are not required for the operation and maintenance of a food establishment, such as for the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and utensils and the control of insects and rodents, are allowed in the food establishment.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a bottle of de-icer on the counter with sanitizer. When asked what the de-icer was for, the person in charge stated it was for cleaning the tables. The person in charge then removed the de-icer to chemical storage and replaced with proper sanitizer.
3-302.12
Food storage containers are not identified with common name of food
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed tea and spices stored in containers labeled as "garlic" below the naan prep table.
3-501.16
Cold Holding - Potentially hazardous cold food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a box of heavy cream stored on the counter near the stove with internal temperatures above 41F. Box was moved to the True reach-in cooler to cool down.
4-903.11
Equipment/utensils/linens not stored as specified in the Food Code
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed equipment and utensils being stored outside and exposed to the environment in the alley behind the establishment. Observed a flat pan stored on the floor below the vegetable prep table. Pan was removed from the floor.
4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed debris buildup on top of the dish machine.
4-903.11
Single-service/use items not stored as specified in the Food Code; and/or Single-service/use items stored in prohibited areas
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed various single-service items being stored outside and exposed to the environment in the alley behind the establishment. All single-service items were discarded. Observed single-service aluminum pans stored on top of a pipe in the basement. Person in charge removed.
3-302.11
Separation, Packaging & Segregation - Food was not protected from cross contamination according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed raw chicken stored on the bottom shelf with ready-to-eat foods and also on the second shelf in the Delfield reach-in cooler. Employee rearranged for proper separation.
6-501.111
Effective pest control measures not in place *; and/or Dead or trapped pest not removed from traps at adequate frequency
CRITICALComply by : Dec 30, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a live baby roach crawling on the pipe against the wall behind the three-compartment sink and dish machine. Observed live baby roaches crawling on and inside the rim of spices in the basement. The containers of spices were discarded.
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed four cases of canned tomato sauce, two bags of rice, and four bags of sugar stored outside and exposed to the environment. The rice and sugar were discarded; cans were washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-601.11
Food Contact Clean to Sight and Touch - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils was not clean to sight and touch.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup on knives stored on the magnetic rack near the three-compartment sink and reach-in coolers. Knives were removed.
4-702.11
Before Use After Cleaning - Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not sanitized before use after cleaning.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed bleach sanitizer to be below 50ppm upon arrival for inspection. Employee made a new bleach bucket to 50-100ppm.
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed nuts and dried fruit being stored in a can for mushrooms above the make table. Person in charge removed food into a plastic container. Observed a hole in the bottom of a bus tub that was stored clean on a shelf in the warewash area. Bus tub was discarded.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a torn door gasket on the left door of the make table reach-in cooler.
3-501.17
RTE PHF, Date Marking - Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : Dec 30, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no date marking on prepared foods in the make table reach-in cooler. Observed no date marking on prepared foods in the delfield reach-in cooler.
6-202.13
Insect control devices do not retain insect within device and/or are not properly installed
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed two open sticky traps stored below the dish machine. Observed a fly swatter hanging from the ansul system by the three-compartment sink. Fly swatter was removed.
3-501.16
Hot Holding - Potentially hazardous hot food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed lamb curry and tandoori chicken on the buffet with internal temperatures below 135F. Food was removed to be reheated.
2-303.11
Food employee wearing jewelry while preparing food.
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed two food employees wearing bracelets during food prep. One employee removed bracelet.
6-304.11
Mechanical ventilation not of adequate capacity to remove steam/heat/vapors/odors/smoke/fume
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed the waste pipes in the basement to have condensation on them and dripping onto the floor.
3-307.11
Food not protected from contamination by another source
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed uncovered foods stored in the True reach-in cooler, Delfield reach-in cooler, and make table reach-in cooler without covers and buildup and debris on shelving above the food items.
4-602.11
Eq. & Food-Contact-Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup inside the soda nozzles at the soda machine. All nozzles were removed to be cleaned.
2-402.11
Hair restraints & clothes that cover body hair not worn by employees
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed two food employees not wearing hair restraints during food prep. One employee donned a cap.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed heavy buildup on the shelving inside the make table reach-in cooler. Observed buildup on the shelving below the microwave. Observed buildup on shelving in the walk-in cooler. Observed buildup on the shelving in the True and Delfield reach-in coolers. Observed debris at the bottom of the True reach-in freezer.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed broken floor tiles throughout the kitchen. Observed standing water on the floor of the basement. Observed buildup on the wall below the three-compartment sink.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Comply by : Mar 27, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed tongs stored on the tandoori oven handles. Observed a boat stored inside the container of cashews in the basement. Observed two measuring scoops stored in the containers for spice and tea with handles touching the food product. The containers were stored below the naan prep table.
2-301.14
When to Wash - Food Employees did not clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms according to Food Code guidelines
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed food employee come inside establishment from the outside after being in the alley behind the building and immediately put gloves on for food service. Employee was instructed to wash hands at the handsink.
6-403.11
Employee accommodations not clearly designated for eating/drinking/smoking
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed an employee plate of uncovered food stored with consumer foods in the Delfield reach-in cooler. Food was removed from the cooler.
3-101.11
Safe, Unadulterated, & Honestly Presented - Food was not seen to be safe, unadulterated, and/or honestly presented.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed limes in a plastic container in the True reach-in cooler to be discolored and turning black. Employee discarded. Observed live baby roaches crawling on and inside the rim of spices in the basement. The containers of spices were discarded.
2-301.15
Where to Wash - Food Employees did not clean their hands in a handwashing lavatory or approved automatic handwashing facility.
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed the dishwasher using the three-compartment sink to wash hands. Employee was instructed to use the handsink and re-wash his hands.