In a statement released to media Brewer’s Cabinet is denying any type of “infestation or contamination” in its kitchen or food products.
“These allegations are being appealed and believed to be based on unfounded rumors and lack of substantiation,” the now closed down food and drink establishment at 475 S Arlington Avenue indicated.
According to a KRNV report from this week, a Northern Nevada Public Health routine inspection earlier this month indicated in part that baking trays, open dry ingredients, sugar packets, bowls, equipment lids and the top of the dishwasher at the brewery were in contact with mouse and rat feces.
Other reported violations included a lack of chlorine as required in the dishwasher in the bar area, unlabeled spray bottles containing liquid, several food items which didn’t have date marks, broken thermometers, personal items which were next to service food, cutting boards only washed once a night, a hand sink blocked by a freezer, and ranch in a cooler at 45F, four degrees higher than the required 41F to prevent bacterial growth and ensure food safety.
These violations and others need to be corrected before the brewery can reopen.
Describing itself on its website, the Brewer's Cabinet indicates: "Every once in a rare while, you encounter a place where all the pieces for creating good times come together. The beers are fine, the patio’s alive, the food is great and the vibe is right. This is one such place."
Our Town Reno reporting, September 2024