Desta Ethiopian Kitchen (Westside)

3 findings recorded on Oct 15, 2026.

1. Violation recordedItem 15A ↗

   Equipment design and condition

   Observed a broken door on a RIC at the bar. CA: Advised PIC to replace the door or the RIC unit to ensure the equipment is maintained in good repair.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

   Code 511-6-1.05(6)(a)

   Observed a broken door on a RIC at the bar. CA: Advised PIC to replace the door or the RIC unit to ensure the equipment is maintained in good repair. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 15A ↗

   Correction status not recorded

2. Violation recordedItem 17C ↗

   Facility maintenance and cleanliness

   Observed black build up on the walls near the 3 compartment sink and dishwasher. CA: Advised PIC that all floors, walls, and ceilings remain clean to sight and touch to prevent potential contamination.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

   Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)

   Observed black build up on the walls near the 3 compartment sink and dishwasher. CA: Advised PIC that all floors, walls, and ceilings remain clean to sight and touch to prevent potential contamination. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf New Violation.

   Official report · Item 17C ↗

   Correction status not recorded

3. Violation recordedItem 18 ↗

   Pest control

   Observed multiple fruit flies in the bar area and the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to obtain pest control sufficient enough to control their presence.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

   Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)

   Observed multiple fruit flies in the bar area and the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to obtain pest control sufficient enough to control their presence. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. New Violation. Correct By: 10/25/2026

   Official report · Item 18 ↗

   Correction status not recorded

   Correct by Oct 25, 2026

Correction status comes from the dated report. Later changes may not be recorded here.