Restaurant Inspections: Pastaria, Niche and Half & Half Follow-Ups

Restaurant inspections in Clayton and Richmond Heights are conducted by the St. Louis County Department of Health. Patch has a summary of the public reports affecting area eating and drinking establishments reviewed Jan. 1-31.

Grade rankings range from A (highest) to C (lowest). Report comments and explanations are provided in Patch's summary. Follow-up inspections are noted, other visits are routine.

Sasha’s Wine Bar & Market, 706 De Mun Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 7
Grade: A (99)
Comments: Some ceiling tiles were observed missing/damaged near the prep line, according to the report. Repairs must be made by the next food inspection. 

Subway, 7744 Forsyth Blvd.
Inspection date: Jan. 16
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report 

McAlister’s Deli, 4 N. Central Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 15
Grade: A (97)
Comments: Food ingredients were not listed on prepackaged muffins on the front counter, according to the report. Hepatitis A vaccination documents must be maintained in a clear and concise manner. Both items must be corrected by the next routine inspection.

Niche & Pastaria by Niche, 7734 Forsyth Blvd.
Inspection date: Jan. 28
Grade: A (100)
Comments: Follow-up inspection from visit on Jan. 15. Hepatitis A records were provided. Exposed items (hard breadsticks) were removed from areas where they could be contaminated, according to the report.

Pomme Café & Wine Bar, 44 N. Central Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 10
Grade: A (98)
Comments: Non-food contact surfaces of equipment are not constructed of corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, smooth materials (i.e., duct tape over worn areas), according to the report. Floor, wall and ceiling materials are not smooth and easily cleanable. The restaurant was recommended to establish an action plan to replace equipment. 

Pomme Restaurant, 40 N. Central Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 10
Grade: A (98)
Non-food contact surfaces of equipment are not constructed of corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, smooth materials (i.e., duct tape over worn areas), according to the report. Floor, wall and ceiling materials are not smooth and easily cleanable. The restaurant was recommended to establish an action plan to replace equipment.

Posh Nosh, 8115 Maryland Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 15
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report 

Protzels Fine Foods, 7608 Wydown Blvd.
Inspection date: Jan. 16
Grade: A (95)
Comments: Food ingredients are not listed on a prepackaged retail item. Soft pretzels are being stored uncovered, thus allowing for potential contamination. Dirt/residue buildup on gaskets, ledges of equipment. Cracks observed in parts of floor. 

Saint Louis Bread Co., 10 S. Central Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 15
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report 

Jennifer’s Pharmacy & Soda Shoppe
Inspection date: Jan. 14
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report

Crushed Red – Urban Bakery & Chop Shop, 8007 Maryland Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 7
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report 

The Fatted Calf, 12 S. Bemiston Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 28
Grade: A (100)
No comments provided in report 

Half & Half, 8135 Maryland Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 15
Grade: A (100)
Comments: Follow-up inspection from Jan. 3. The following items were corrected: person in charge did not possess valid food protection certification; Hepatitis A documentation could not be provided for all employees. 

J McGraughs, 8405 Maryland Ave.
Inspection date: Jan. 16
Grade: A (98)
Comments: Non-food contact surfaces of equipment are not constructed of corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, smooth materials. Floor, wall and ceiling materials are not smooth, durable and easily cleanable. Corrections must be made by the next routine inspection.