The Shamrock · Shamrock, The

83 County Route 55, Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Overview

The Shamrock (NYS Health Operation #549325) is a food service facility in inspected by inspected by New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). The registered business location is at 83 County Route 55, Saranac Lake, NY 12983. The food service type is Food Service Establishment - Food Service Establishment. The last inspection date is January 2, 2026.

Facility Overview

NYS Health Operation ID549325
NYSDOH Gazetteer165500
Facility NameSHAMROCK, THE
Operation NameTHE SHAMROCK
Facility Address83 COUNTY ROUTE 55, SARANAC LAKE
Permitted Operator NameBARBARA FOLEY
Address83 County Route 55
Saranac Lake
NY 12983
MunicipalityBRIGHTON
CountyFRANKLIN
Local Health DepartmentSaranac Lake District Office
Food Service DescriptionFood Service Establishment - Food Service Establishment
Permit Expiration Date2026-01-31

Last Inspection Results

Inspection Date2026-01-02
Inspection TypeInspection
Total Noncritical Violations5
ViolationsItem 8A- Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked); Item 10B- Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish); Item 11B- Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions; Item 11D- Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean; Item 15B- Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans;
Inspection CommentsFood probe thermometer and chlorine test strips both avaliable. Dish machine not presently being used. 3 bay sink is set up properly for hand washing of dishes. All temperatures were adequate. Observed heating and cooling techniques to be acceptable.

Inspection Results

Inspection DateInspection TypeViolations
2026-01-02InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 5, Violation Items: 10B; 11B; 11D; 15B; 8A
Food probe thermometer and chlorine test strips both avaliable. Dish machine not presently being used. 3 bay sink is set up properly for hand washing of dishes. All temperatures were adequate. Observed heating and cooling techniques to be acceptable.
2025-08-08InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 10B; 15A
Temperatures taken were with in acceptable ranges: diced tomatoes 44 F, sliced cheese 42 F, chocolate milk 42 F, and pulled pork 140 F. Proper sanitizer concentration found through out facility. Discussed cooling and heating techniques to be acceptable.
2024-07-05InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 10B; 15A; 8A
All temperatures taken were within acceptable ranges: sliced tomatoes 45 F, sliced cheese 43 F, marinara sauce 39 F, and ham 44 F. Discussed heating and cooling procedures to be acceptable. Reviewed 3 bay dish washing techniques to be acceptable. UV sanitizing water system was working correctly.
2023-05-22InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 11B; 15A
All temperatures taken were within acceptable ranges: sliced tomatoes 39 F, sliced cheese 42 F and seasoned taco beef 42 F. Discussed cooking and cooling procedures. Reviewed proper 3 bay dish washing procedures, wash, rinse and sanitize.
2022-12-19InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 15A
All food temperatures measured were acceptable. Discussed the dish washing procedures implemented by this facility. Discussed cooking and cooling procedures for potentially hazardous foods.
2022-03-15InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 4, Violation Items: 10B; 15A; 15B; 15C
All food temperatures taken were within acceptable ranges: chicken 143�F, tomatoes 38�F, shredded cheese 41�F, ground beef 40�F. Discussed cooling procedures.
2021-11-16InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 15A; 8B; 8E
All food temperatures taken were acceptable: diced tomatoes (38�F), chicken (43�F), hamburger (42�F), milk (34�F), sliced tomatoes (40�F). Discussed wash/rinse/sanitize procedures and cooling procedures.
2021-06-17InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 15A; 8A
All food temperatures measured were acceptable. Observed shallow pan cooling of ground meat. Discussed time/temperature parameters for cooling. Discussed the dented can policy. Discussed proper food volume in the deli-style flip top coolers. The bar is currently closed and the facility is still only offering takeout.
2020-11-30InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 15A
Acceptable food temperatures measured included: raw hamburger- 44�F, sliced tomatoes- 41�F, cooked carrots- 40�F, mashed potatoes- 35�F. The facility was closed between mid-March and late June due to COVID-19 concerns and currently only offers takeout service. Discussed COVID-19 guidelines for food service establishments.
2020-01-29InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 11D; 15A; 8A
The following food temperatures taken were within acceptable range: haddock 36�F, cut tomatoes 38�F, mozzarella cheese 40�F, and raw bacon 42�F. The adequate cooling and dishwashing procedures in place at the facility were discussed.
2019-11-18InspectionCritical: 1, Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 15A; 5C; 8A
Food temperatures taken were: sliced tomato 36�F, raw beef 38�F, and shredded cheese 41�F. Discussed cooling procedures with the operator.
2019-05-08InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 15A; 8A
Temperatures measured: sliced tomatoes = 38�F, chicken noodle soup = 37�F, ground beef = 39�F, raw chicken = 36�F. Discussed and reviewed cooling procedures for potentially hazardous foods.
2018-10-31InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 10A; 8A
Temperatures measured: roast beef = 45� F, taco beef = 43� F, diced tomatoes = 43� F, ground beef = 41� F, pastrami = 42� F, chicken = 35� F.
2018-05-30InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 11C; 8A; 8C
Temperatures measured: diced tomatoes = 39� F, roast beef = 45� F, potato salad = 41� F, french fries = 45� F.
2017-11-28InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 8A
Temperatures measured: macaroni salad = 44� F, sliced tomatoes = 43� F, mashed potatoes = 37� F, roast beef = 45� F, diced tomatoes = 42� F. Discussed water sampling requirements.
2017-05-08InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 8A
Temperatures measured: diced tomatoes = 41� F, shrimp = 38� F, coleslaw = 40� F, cooked french fries = 38� F.
2016-11-15InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 4, Violation Items: 11D; 15A; 9B
All violations from prior inspection on 6/15/16 have been corrected except for part of violation 15A 9see this report). Food temperatures measured were all in proper range including sliced tomatoes 41 degrees F., sliced American cheese 43 degrees F and shredded Mozzarella cheese 42 degrees F.
2016-06-15InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 11D; 15A
All violations from prior inspection on 11/3/15 have been corrected. Food temperatures measured were all within proper ranges, including sliced tomatoes at 44 and 38 degrees F. and chicken salad at 41 degrees F.
2015-11-03InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 15B; 8E
All violations from prior inspection on 8/10/15 have been corrected except violation 8E-see report for repeat violation notation. Food temperatures measured with DOH thermocouple thermometer--sliced mozzarella cheese 41 degrees F., sliced tomatoes 38 degrees F., pork rib 38 degrees F., loin of pork 40 degrees F.
2015-08-10InspectionCritical: 1, Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 10A; 5A; 8E
All prior violations observed on 11/07/14 have been corrected.|Food temperatures obtained: sliced tomatoes 36 deg. F., Blue cheese dressing 40 deg. F., marinara sauce 36 deg. F., chicken salad 42 deg. F.
2014-11-07InspectionCritical: 5, Noncritical: 7, Violation Items: 11C; 12C; 12D; 12E; 16; 1H; 2C; 3C; 5C; 8A; 8C
2014-03-10InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 5, Violation Items: 11C; 11D; 12D; 8A; 8C
2013-10-11InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 16; 8A; 8B
All hot & cold food temperatures measured were 140 degrees or above and 45 degrees or below.
2013-03-27InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 5, Violation Items: 12D; 8A; 8B; 8E
All hot & cold food item temperatures measured were 140 degrees or above & 45 degrees or below respectively.
2012-12-12InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 11A; 8A
2012-01-17InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 12D; 8A
2011-02-08InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 8E
2010-01-22InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: , Violation Items:
2009-12-11InspectionCritical: , Noncritical: 2, Violation Items: 8C; 9C
2009-06-24InspectionCritical: 1, Noncritical: 1, Violation Items: 15C; 2C
2008-08-29InspectionCritical: 1, Noncritical: 3, Violation Items: 15C; 2C; 8A

Violation Code Descriptions

Violation ItemCritical ViolationViolation Description
1HCritical ViolationFood from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.
2CCritical ViolationCooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination from raw foods.
3CCritical ViolationFood workers do not use proper utensils to eliminate bare hand contact with cooked or prepared foods.
5ACritical ViolationPotentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45°F during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38°F during cold holding.
5CCritical ViolationPotentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
Not Critical Violation
10ANot Critical ViolationFood (ice) contact surfaces are improperly designed, constructed, installed, located (cracks, open seams, pitted surfaces, tin cans reused, uncleanable or corroded food contact surfaces)
10BNot Critical ViolationNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
11ANot Critical ViolationManual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
11BNot Critical ViolationWiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
11CNot Critical ViolationFood contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
11DNot Critical ViolationNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
12CNot Critical ViolationPlumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
12DNot Critical ViolationToilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
12ENot Critical ViolationHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
15ANot Critical ViolationFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
15BNot Critical ViolationLighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
15CNot Critical ViolationPremises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded
16Not Critical ViolationMiscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.
8ANot Critical ViolationFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
8BNot Critical ViolationIn use food dispensing utensils improperly stored
8CNot Critical ViolationImproper use and storage of clean, sanitized equipment and utensils
8ENot Critical ViolationAccurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
9BNot Critical ViolationTobacco is used; eating, drinking in food preparation, dishwashing food storage areas
9CNot Critical ViolationHair is improperly restrained

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Location Information

Street Address 83 COUNTY ROUTE 55
CitySARANAC LAKE
StateNY
Zip Code12983

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Dataset Information

This dataset includes about 90k food service facilities inspected by New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). In New York State, environmental health protection programs are carried out at the central, regional, district and county levels. Each service facility is registered with facility name, business address, inspection dates, violations, etc.

SubjectBusiness and Economy
JurisdictionState of New York
Data ProviderNew York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Bureau of Community Environmental Health and Food Protection
Sourcedata.ny.gov

Dataset Details

The New York State Department of Health's Bureau of Community Environmental Health and Food Protection works to protect the public health by assuring that food service establishments are operated in a manner that eliminates hazards through design and management, resulting in a decreased incidence of foodborne illness in our communities. The Bureau's Food Protection Program also coordinates foodborne outbreak investigations, analyzes the findings and uses this information to develop regulations and guidance designed to prevent similar outbreaks in the future. This data includes the name and location of food service establishments and the violations that were found at the time of their inspections. Violation details are collected on inspection reports (i.e., the actual food item, quantity and temperature of food found out of temperature control) as well as corrective actions for critical violations; this data set is limited to the violation number and the corresponding general violation description.

There are over 90,000 food service establishments in New York State. The Food Protection Program provides guidance and assistance to county and city health departments and State District Offices which in turn permit and inspect food service establishments, some institutional food services, temporary and mobile food service establishments and food and beverage vending machines. Each food service establishment is registered with facility name, business address, inspection dates, violations, etc.

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