KAHULUI, Hawaii — Paradise Supermart Fast Food & Catering in Kahului has been closed until food safety violations are resolved, according to a Hawaii Department of Health news release.
DOH’s Maui Food Safety Branch issued a red “closed” placard to the Filipino grocery store and fast food takeout spot on Tuesday, citing multiple critical food safety violations. Their inspection occurred as a result of a complaint. The food spot is operated by Paradise Asian Foods, Inc.
According to DOH, the violations included:
refrigerators that were not holding foods at a proper temperature
handwashing sinks were not accessible and in need of repair
fresh vegetables that contained mold and dead flies
live animals, fish and flies on the premises
openings in perimeter walls that allow pests to enter
grease build-up, food debris, unsanitary conditions and general clutter
DOH informed the business it must remain closed until all violations are resolved.
A follow-up inspection is set for Wednesday.
