Nuccio's Trattoria & Pizzeria, 1108A Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Nuccio's Trattoria & Pizzeria
Address: 1108A Courthouse Rd, Richmond, Virginia
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: Oct 5, 2009

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  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Multiple foods in the walk-in cooler were found at improper temperature (squid- 45F, eggplant- 45F). The unit temperature was 45F.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) deli meats, sauce, and other items in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1570 - The hose delivering sanitizer to the dish machine had come off so that no sanitizer was being put into the unit. The operator repaired the tubing but afterward the unit was delivering sanitizer at >200ppm of chlorine.
  • 1770 C - Repeat Build-ups of dirt, debris and food spill were noted on multiple pieces of equipment in the facility. Areas of note included the shelving in the dry storage area, and the top and sides of the grill, fryer, and reach-in freezer in the kitchen.
  • 3180 - Repeat The floor and wall near the fryer in the kitchen was in need of cleaning. Also, other areas of the facility showed accumulations of dirt, debris, and food spill.
October 05, 2009Routine23Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. July 17, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0450 C - Utensils without handles used to dispense foods that were not ready-to-eat (RTE) allowing for a bare hand contact surface to come in contact with food items.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw food (shell eggs) were found stored over ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses. The scoop used to dispense refrigerated sauce in the bulk container was stored with the handle in the product.
  • 0610 - There was mold on some of the food containers stored in the walk-in cooler. This exposed other food items in the unit to contamination.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Multiple food items in the walk-in, reach-in, and sandwich prep cooler were found at improper temperature (egg wash-53F, meatballs-47F, tuna- 48F).
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: grill and other cooking equipment stored under the grill in the kitchen.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single use take home containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2810 - Floor or floor covering in the walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. There is a large hole in the floor of the unit.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in the walk-in cooler is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees.
  • 3180 - There were heavy accumulations of dirt, grease, and food spill noted in the facility. Areas of particularly heavy accumulations included the floor under the fryers and under the movable storage cart near the door to the pizza cooler.
  • 3200 - The air vent in the walk-in cooler has a heavy accumulation of dirt and dust on the metal grate cover. This dust is blowing across the unit and covering the opposing wall and multiple food items in the unit.
July 10, 2009Routine210Details / Comments
  • 0470 A 4 - Sauce and soup in the walk-in cooler were observed stored in uncovered containers.
  • 0550 - Scoops without handles and scoops with their handles stored in the food were observed in use in the facility.
  • 0570 - Wet wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Tomatoes and egg wash were found at improper temperature (55, 60F) in the prep-line cooler. The unit temperature was 55F. The operator discarded all potentially hazardous food stored in the unit.
  • 1570 - Repeat The chest freezer near the dish washing area had a rusting lid which did not fit properly due to damaged/missing hinges.
  • 2000 - Clean utensils and equipment were found stored under dirty dishes. The clean dishes may become contaminated by material falling off of the dirty tableware.
April 09, 2009Routine15Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw chicken,ham,and salami are held in a cold holding make table at improper temperatures
  • 1150 - The nonfood contact surface of the cloth liners is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • 3180 - Repeat Walls,floors. and ceiling tiles are noted in need of cleaning.
September 16, 2008Follow-up12Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. Gloves are not available on premises.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw foods of animal origin(chicken) stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.(bread crumbs,sugar,chips,bread)
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Ham(45F),chicken(44F),pasta(47F) are held in cold holding walk-in unit at improper temperatures.Door is being left open.Tomatoes(61F),salami(60F),ham(58F),turkey(53F) and (raw chicken(59F)are held on top of a cold holding unit at improper temperatures. It appears that the unit is incapable of holding PHFs at 41F or below. Cooked green beans(51F) are sitting out at room temperature. Temperature problems were corrected during this inspection by relocation or discard.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed deli meats in the walk-in refrigeration unit were not properly dated for disposition after opening.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surfaces of the cloth liners on shelving are not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring devices located in several refrigeration units.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1570 - Chest freezer was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used at the dishmachine was not at an acceptable temperature. Bucket of sanitzer was empty and it was changed, however, there appears to be air in the line.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer /single service containers were washed and appear to be reused for the storage of food.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: cutting board,meat slicer.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: stove/oven amd its shelving.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: storage shelves,dish drain boards, reach-in box, undercounters,andwalk-in box shelves,prep tables and undercounters.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items and To Go boxes were found stored on the floor.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2930 - Outer openings of the food establishment are not protected against entry of insects and rodents.(Front and back door are propped open. Self-closing device is in bad repair on rear door.)
  • 3020 - Repeat Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar.
  • 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3180 - Ceiling and wall tiles are noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3270 - Fruit flies are noted.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of chemicals are not stored separately from insecticides.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
August 26, 2008Routine917Details / Comments
  • 1700 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
April 07, 2008Routine20Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pasta cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2020 - Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored with the handles up.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar.
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar.
November 05, 2007Routine27Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 1150 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the handsink is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the file cabinet has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen.
July 16, 2007Routine05Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0450 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 0560 - Repeat Linens in contact with food.
  • 1150 - The nonfood contact surface of the handsink is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
March 19, 2007Routine34Details / Comments
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the refrigerator.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the metal shelves has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2020 - Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored with the handles up.
  • 2350 - Critical A recent repair to plumbing system components of the handsink are not in accordance with law.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar.
November 14, 2006Routine14Details / Comments
  • 0520 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food.
  • 0560 - Linens in contact with food.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Bologna cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: meat slicer.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the dishwasher has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
July 13, 2006Routine33Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the utensil tray has accumulations of grime and debris.
April 04, 2006Routine13Details / Comments
  • 0380 - Critical Food packages are not in good condition or the integrity of the package contents are not protected from adulteration or potential contaminants (ex: dented food cans)
  • 0690 - Flour uncovered.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: meatslicer.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the scales has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean pitchers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in women's room not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3300 - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
September 07, 2005Routine26Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 0610 - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination.
  • 2020 - Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored with the handles up.
May 13, 2005Routine03Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the sugar barrel has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Clean ice bucket was observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2660 - There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.
  • 3050 - Repeat No waste receptacle provided at handwashing lavatories in kitchen.
February 11, 2005Routine04Details / Comments
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen.
  • 3050 - No waste receptacle provided at handwashing lavatories in kitchen.
  • 0070 - Poor handwashing procedures observed.
  • 0170 - Repeat A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a food preparation sink or a sink used for utensil washing.
December 15, 2004Complaint14Details / Comments
  • 0170 - A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a food preparation sink or a sink used for utensil washing.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: canopener blade
  • 1720 - A sanitizer test kit is not being used to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution(s) are at the proper concentration.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1190 - The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring device (degrees F) located in the proof box is not accurate.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
August 19, 2004Routine16Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. February 04, 2004Complaint00Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical @FOOD@ cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen
  • 3360 - Critical The sanitizer are not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions.
  • 3330 - Critical Repeat Working containers of sanitizer are not properly labeled.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the can opener blade had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 0690 - Soft drinks stored in ice bin
  • 3220 - Repeat Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
December 30, 2003Routine35Details / Comments
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the front counter is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 0380 - Critical Food from damaged packaging offered for sale or service.
  • 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3330 - Critical Repeat Working containers of cleaners are not properly labeled.
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the stove had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 3220 - Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
August 26, 2003Routine45Details / Comments
  • 0620 - Repeat Food stored under other sources of contamination.
  • 1190 - The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring device (degrees F) located in the walk in is not accurate.
  • 1100 - The food contact surface of the freezer top is not smooth, contains cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned.
  • 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: can opener blades.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen and front counter area.
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of cleaners are not properly labeled.
May 08, 2003Routine16Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. January 07, 2003Follow-up00Details / Comments

October 05, 2009 (Routine)


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July 17, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
All temperature issues noted on the previous inspection have been corrected and all refrigeration units are functioning properly. Please continue to address other issues noted on the previous inspection. Facility cleaning should be a top priority. All areas should be corrected or addressed by the time of the next scheduled inspection.

July 10, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Follow-up inspection to occur on or after 7-13-09.

April 09, 2009 (Routine)


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Discussed employee health policy with operator and provided FDA form 1B.

September 16, 2008 (Follow-up)


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Three compartment sink is being used for disposal of mop water, because mop sink is blocked by a food preparation table. Remove food preparation table to prevent cross contamination and so that mop sink is available for use.

August 26, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed 2007 changes to the Food Regulations, menu,demonstration of knowledge, employee health policy,personal hygiene,cooling, hot holding, cold holding, and increased fee notification.Critical items require immediate correction. Other items require correction within 30 days or as soon as practical.
Recommended attendance in a manager certification and development of a solid quality assurance program to ensure the application of food safety techniques.
Cigarettes were stored on a portable cart beside a meat slicer;there appear to be cigarette burn marks on the cart. Ensure that smoking is not occurring in food preparation or dishwashing areas.

April 07, 2008 (Routine)


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November 05, 2007 (Routine)


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March 19, 2007 (Routine)


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November 14, 2006 (Routine)


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September 07, 2005 (Routine)


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February 11, 2005 (Routine)


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December 15, 2004 (Complaint)


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Complaint alleged employee did not wash hands before returning towork station.

August 19, 2004 (Routine)


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February 04, 2004 (Complaint)

Comments:
Complaint regarding smoking in bar area Discussed with owner.

December 30, 2003 (Routine)


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August 26, 2003 (Routine)


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May 08, 2003 (Routine)


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January 07, 2003 (Follow-up)

Comments:
50PPM CHLORINE PRESENT IN FINAL RINSE ON DISHMACHINE. TEST STRIPS NOW AVAILABLE AS WELL AS ACCURATE STEM THERMOMETER. BEDDING REMOVED FROM STORAGE ROOM. GENERAL OVERALL CLEANINESS BETTER THAN LAST VISIT. ALL HAND SINKS AVAILABLE

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