Restaurant: Red Star Tavern
Address: 711 Lakefront Commons, Newport News, Virginia
Phone: (757) 596-0308
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: Feb 25, 2009
0610 - There is too much beef stored inside the meat drawer
0820 A 2 - Critical Refrigerator cold holding temperature above 41F
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
1570 - Refrigerator door gaskets/seals are damaged
1580 - The cutting board(s) at the make-units are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue and metal shavings on the can opener blade
2890 - Light shields are missing inside the hood system
3080 - Light bulbs are missing inside the hood system
3170 - Surface covering is peeling from the floor in the kitchenWall covering is missing next to the make-unit
0220 - Corrected During InspectionCritical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
0820 A 1 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Pork BBQ hot holding at improper temperatures.
1580 - The cutting board(s) in the food preparation are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the @EQUIPMENT@.
1570 - Water leaks at the 3-compartment sinkGrease leaks at the fryersStove in poor repair
1720 - A sanitizer test kit is not being used to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution(s) are at the proper concentration.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue on table can opener blade
1770 C - Accumulation of dust on electric fan used in the kitchenAccumulation of food residue, water at bottom of freezerAccumulation of food residue inside the ovensAccumulation of grease on stove tops
3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
0450 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Observed a paper drink cup used as a food scoop- hands getting into the food
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Lids at food bins and ice bins were left open after use
0570 - Moist and unclean wiping cloth was observed llyin on the food preparation table
1570 - Hood filters are missing inside the hood systemFood containers are in poor condition (heat damaged)
1600 - The compartment(s) or drainboards of the 3-compartment sink are heavily soiled.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue on can opener bladeAccumulation of food residue found on the meat slicer
1770 C - Accumulation of dust on filter at the ice machineSpillage and residue on bottom shelf of dishmachine table where cleaning chemicals are storedAccumulation of food residue inside reach-in freezer
2000 - Ice conveyance buckets were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying.
3030 - No paper towels at handsinks in the bar and kitchen
3140 - Radio is stored on food preparation tableEmployee drinks are stored on food equipment
3170 - Floor covering in the kitchen is damaged, surface is peeling
3180 - Debris, food residue on floor under equipment
3200 - Accumulation of grease inside the hood filters
0610 - There is too much beef stored inside the meat drawer Remove some of the meat to allow for adequate cooling inside the meat drawer
0820 A 2 - Critical Refrigerator cold holding temperature above 41F Repair or replace refrigerator- refrigerator must maintain a temperature of 41F or below
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition. Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
1570 - Refrigerator door gaskets/seals are damaged Replace damaged refrigerator door gaskets/seals
1580 - The cutting board(s) at the make-units are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition. Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue and metal shavings on the can opener blade Clean can opener
2890 - Light shields are missing inside the hood system Provide light shields
3080 - Light bulbs are missing inside the hood system Provide/replace light bulbs where needed
3170 - Surface covering is peeling from the floor in the kitchenWall covering is missing next to the make-unit Repair/replace floor covering/sealReplace wall covering
February 15, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
0220 - Corrected During InspectionCritical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Employees may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of (1) The employee's hands (2) The container and (3) Exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
0820 A 1 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Pork BBQ hot holding at improper temperatures. Rapidly reheat the food to 165F and maintain at 135F or above through the hot holding period.
1580 - The cutting board(s) in the food preparation are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition. Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
Comments:
Note: Food employees need to obtain Food Handler's cards
August 29, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
0480 - Food bins are not labeled Label food bins
1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the @EQUIPMENT@. Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature.
1570 - Water leaks at the 3-compartment sinkGrease leaks at the fryersStove in poor repair Repair/maintain equipment
1720 - A sanitizer test kit is not being used to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution(s) are at the proper concentration. Use a QUATS chemical test kit to ensure the sanitizing solution is maintained at the proper solution.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue on table can opener blade Clean and sanitize can opener
1770 C - Accumulation of dust on electric fan used in the kitchenAccumulation of food residue, water at bottom of freezerAccumulation of food residue inside the ovensAccumulation of grease on stove tops Clean equipment surfaces
3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition. Maintain hood system vent filters in a clean condition.
July 31, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
0450 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Observed a paper drink cup used as a food scoop- hands getting into the food Provide a food scoop with a handle to prevent contamination of food from the hands
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Lids at food bins and ice bins were left open after use Keep lids closed to prevent possible contamination of food
0570 - Moist and unclean wiping cloth was observed llyin on the food preparation table Store wiping cloths in sanitizer when not in use and replace wiping cloths when they become heavily soiled
1570 - Hood filters are missing inside the hood systemFood containers are in poor condition (heat damaged) Replace missing hood filtersReplace damaged food containers
1600 - The compartment(s) or drainboards of the 3-compartment sink are heavily soiled. Clean the sink compartment(s) or drainboards: 1) before use. 2) throughout the day at a frequency to prevent contamination of food, sanitized equipment and utensils. and 3) if used, at every least 24 hours.
1770 A - Critical Accumulation of food residue on can opener bladeAccumulation of food residue found on the meat slicer Clean and sanitize equipment
1770 C - Accumulation of dust on filter at the ice machineSpillage and residue on bottom shelf of dishmachine table where cleaning chemicals are storedAccumulation of food residue inside reach-in freezer Clean equipment
2000 - Ice conveyance buckets were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying. Store conveyance buckets in a self-draining position that allows air-drying.
3030 - No paper towels at handsinks in the bar and kitchen Provide paper towels
3140 - Radio is stored on food preparation tableEmployee drinks are stored on food equipment Remove personal items, drinks - store in a designated area separate from food and food preparation areas
3170 - Floor covering in the kitchen is damaged, surface is peeling Replace damaged floor coverning
3180 - Debris, food residue on floor under equipment Clean floor
3200 - Accumulation of grease inside the hood filters Clean hood filters
January 31, 2006 (Follow-up)
Comments:
Follow-up from Pre-opening inspection on Jan. 26, 2006. Violations noted have been corrected. Certified food manager provided Certificate of Occupancy issued Okay to operate Permit issued
January 26, 2006 (Pre-Opening)
Comments:
Note: Pre-opening inspection - new establishment Provide lids for food storage ins Seal or paint exposed wood surface Provide cove molding at walk-ins Seal expansion joints on floor surface Certified Food Managers provided
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