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Motor City Casino - Assembly Line Buffet
2901 Grand River Ave

Food Service Establishment

StatusLicensed
License typeFixed Establishment
State license number062159
OwnerDetroit Entertainment LLC
Complexity levelMedium
Review frequencyEvery 335 days

20 Inspections
Since 8-1-2016

11-21-2024
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation cited :
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

04-15-2024
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation 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 4-15-2024

08-02-2023
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
10 violations cited :
Code 7-201.11
Poisonous/toxic material(s) not separated from 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 8-03-2023
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 8-02-2023
Code 4-204.112
Thermometer(s) refrigeration broken
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) In a mechanically refrigerated or hot FOOD storage unit, the sensor of a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be located to measure the air temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot FOOD storage unit. (B) Cold or hot holding EQUIPMENT used for POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD shall be designed to include and shall be equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE that is located to allow easy viewing of the device's temperature display (EXCEPT, heat lamps, cold plates, steam tables, or other equipment where it is not practical). (C) TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be designed to be easily readable. (D) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES and water TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES on WAREWASHING machines shall have a numerical scale, printed record, or digital readout in increments no greater than 1C or 2F in the intended range of use. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-02-2023
Code 6-301.11
Expand for full food code definition
FULL FOOD CODE:
Each HANDWASHING SINK or group of 2 adjacent HANDWASHING SINKS shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-02-2023
Code 5-205.15
Plumbing system drain line s not maintained
FULL FOOD CODE:
A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW; (P) and (B) Maintained in good repair.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-501.11
Equipment components in poor repair
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 6-501.12
Physical facilities/structures not clean
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-302.13
Expand for full food code definition
FULL FOOD CODE:
In manual WAREWASHING operations, a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be provided and readily accessible for frequently measuring the washing and SANITIZING temperatures.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-501.12
Physical facilities/structures floors with accumulation of debris
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
Core
Not corrected
Code 6-501.12
Physical facilities/structures soiled
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
Core
Not corrected

01-21-2023
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 1-21-2023
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 2-16-2023
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

11-22-2022
Complaint

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

07-13-2022
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 7-13-2022
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 8-12-2022
Code 3-202.15
Food package(s) cans dented dented on seam or swollen
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the FOOD is not exposed to ADULTERATION or potential contaminants. (Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 7-13-2022
Code 3-603.11
Menu advisories for raw or undercooked food s ingredient s not provided
FULL FOOD CODE:
If an animal FOOD such as beef, EGGS, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in a READY-TO-EAT form or as an ingredient in another READY-TO-EAT FOOD, the PERMIT HOLDER shall inform CONSUMERS of the significantly increased RISK of consuming such FOODS, by using menu advisories, brochures, lable statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. (Pf) FOOD LAW SEC 6149 ...The food establishment may provide the following statement on selection information so that it is made pulblicly available: "Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked, meats, poultry, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness." The statements must be in a minimum of 11 point font and in a color that provides a clear contrast to background.
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 8-12-2022
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

12-14-2021
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
2 violations 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 12-14-2021
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

02-18-2021
COVID19-temp closed

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

11-17-2020
Complaint

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

08-20-2020
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

04-22-2020
COVID19-temp closed

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

04-03-2020
COVID19-temp closed

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

11-05-2019
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
12 violations cited :
Code 3-501.14
Cooked food(s) cooled from 135 degrees f to 70 degrees f for more than 2 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 12-02-2019
Code 5-402.11
Backflow/backsiphonage prevention device(s) air gap not provided on sink
FULL FOOD CODE:
Except as otherwise allowed, a direct connection may not exist between the SEWAGE system and a drain originating from EQUIPMENT in which FOOD, portable EQUIPMENT, or UTENSILS are placed. (P)
Priority
Corrected on 12-02-2019
Code 4-501.11
Equipment components seals broken
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements of the code.
Core
Corrected on 12-02-2019
Code 4-501.11
Equipment components in poor repair
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 4-501.11
Equipment in poor repair
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 6-501.12
Physical facilities/structures floors with accumulation of debris
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-204.11
Exhaust ventilation hood system(s) designed to allow grease or condensation from draining dripping onto equipment
FULL FOOD CODE:
Exhaust ventilation hood systems in FOOD preparation and WAREWASHING areas including components such as hoods, fans, guards, and ducting shall be designed to prevent grease or condensation from draining or dripping onto FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Core
Corrected on 12-02-2019
Code 6-303.11
Lighting intensity at work levels not maintained
FULL FOOD CODE:
Light of the proper intensity shall be provided as specified.
Core
Corrected on 12-02-2019
Code 4-501.11
Equipment in poor repair
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 3-305.11
Food item(s) in storage exposed to dust splash or other contaminates not covered
FULL FOOD CODE:
FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor, unless otherwise approved.
Core
Corrected on 11-05-2019
Code 6-201.16
null not easily cleanable
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are EASILY CLEANABLE. (B) Except in areas used only for dry storage, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks used for indoor wall construction shall be finished and SEALED to provide a SMOOTH, nonabsorbent, EASILY CLEANABLE surface.
Core
Corrected on 12-02-2019
Code 6-501.12
Physical facilities/structures walls not clean
FULL FOOD CODE:
(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
Core
Not corrected

05-07-2019
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
0 violations cited

01-10-2019
Complaint

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation cited :
Code 3-402.12
Frozen fish record(s) not maintained for 90 days beyond time of sale
FULL FOOD CODE:
If raw, raw-marinated, partially cooked, or marinated-partially cooked FISH are served or sold in READY-TO-EAT form, the PERSON IN CHARGE shall record the freezing temperature and time to which the FISH are subjected and shall retain the records at the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for 90 calendar days beyond the time of service or sale of the FISH. (Pf) If the FISH are frozen by a supplier, a written agreement or statement from the supplier stipulating that the FISH supplied are frozen to a temperature and for a time specified by law.
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 6-07-2019

10-11-2018
Routine Inspection

OutcomeNot compliant
3 violations cited :
Code 5-203.14
Backflow prevention not provided
FULL FOOD CODE:
A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be installed to preclude backflow of contaminants into the water supply system at each point of use at the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT by providing an air gap or installing an APPROVED backflow prevention device. (P)
Priority
Not corrected
Code 3-402.12
Frozen fish record(s) not maintained for 90 days beyond time of sale
FULL FOOD CODE:
If raw, raw-marinated, partially cooked, or marinated-partially cooked FISH are served or sold in READY-TO-EAT form, the PERSON IN CHARGE shall record the freezing temperature and time to which the FISH are subjected and shall retain the records at the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for 90 calendar days beyond the time of service or sale of the FISH. (Pf) If the FISH are frozen by a supplier, a written agreement or statement from the supplier stipulating that the FISH supplied are frozen to a temperature and for a time specified by law.
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 6-07-2019
Code 3-304.12
Dispensing utensil(s) improperly stored
FULL FOOD CODE:
During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing, UTENSILS shall be stored: (A) In the FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD and the container; (B) In FOOD that is not POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS with their handles above the top of the FOOD within containers or EQUIPMENT that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; (C) On a clean portion of the FOOD preparation table or cooking EQUIPMENT (D) In running water, such as dipper well. (E) In a clean, protected location if the UTENSILS, such as ice scoops, are used only with a FOOD that is not POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS; or (F) In a container of water maintained at a temperature of at least 135° F.
Core
Not corrected

04-02-2018
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
2 violations cited :
Code 6-303.11
Lighting intensity not maintained
FULL FOOD CODE:
Light of the proper intensity shall be provided as specified.
Core
Not corrected
Code 4-501.11
Equipment components in poor repair
FULL FOOD CODE:
EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements of the code.
Core
Not corrected

09-07-2017
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
3 violations cited :
Code 3-501.16
Hot food item(s) stored below 135 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 9-07-2017
Code 5-205.11
Handwashing sink(s) not easily accessible items stored in front of
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 9-07-2017
Code 6-404.11
Distressed merchandise for return/credit not separated from food
FULL FOOD CODE:
Products that are held by the PERMIT HOLDER for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, shall be segregated and held in designated areas that are separated from FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.(Pf)
Priority Foundation
Corrected on 9-07-2017

03-08-2017
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
1 violation cited :
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 3-08-2017

09-13-2016
Routine Inspection

OutcomeCompliant
2 violations cited :
Code 4-204.11
Exhaust ventilation hood system(s) designed to allow grease or condensation from draining dripping onto equipment
FULL FOOD CODE:
Exhaust ventilation hood systems in FOOD preparation and WAREWASHING areas including components such as hoods, fans, guards, and ducting shall be designed to prevent grease or condensation from draining or dripping onto FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Core
Not corrected
Code 5-205.15
Drainage system drain lines not constructed designed installed according to law
FULL FOOD CODE:
A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW; (P) and (B) Maintained in good repair.
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.
Built using open data | Site last updated 05-22-2025 with inspection data thru 05-07-2025.