Berkley's Grill, 3620 S. Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Berkley's Grill
Address: 3620 S. Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, Virginia
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: Jul 22, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

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Details / Comments

  • 1570 - The door gaskets of the line prep unit needs repair. On order per owner.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition. On order per owner.
July 22, 2009Follow-up02Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures: line prep unit @50F.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the waitstation unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in several units, walk-in cooler line prep unit, and line freezer.
  • 1570 - The door gaskets of the line prep unit needs repair.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1600 - The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1760 - Mollusk and/or crustacea shells were observed used more than once as serving containers.
  • 1780 - Critical Repeat Slight mold build-up in the ice machine bin.
  • 1790 - The cavity of the microwave oven has a splatter build-up.
  • 1800 - Grease, food debris, or carbon build-up: fryer cabinets, char-grill, stove eyes, grill exhaust flues, exterior of the exhaust hood, and pre-spray nozzle of the dishmachine.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulbs over the line, waitstation, and dishmachine area are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  • 3200 - Kitchen fans have a dust build-up.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained. The line handsink needs re-finishing.
  • 3330 - Critical Unlabled chemical spray bottle in the waitstation area.
July 15, 2009Routine410Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 1600 - The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit. The spray nozzle of the pre-wash has a debris build-up.
  • 1780 - Critical Slight mold build-up in the ice machine bin.
  • 1800 - Food debris / carbon build-up: Steam table pan, fryer and grill sides.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs in the kitchen are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  • 3240 - Repeat The faucet of the kitchen handsink needs cleaning.
December 09, 2008Routine24Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in cooler . To be moved today per Mgr.
  • 3240 - Repeat The line hand sink is not maintained clean. To be cleaned today per Mgr.
July 16, 2008Follow-up11Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in cooler & 6 door reach-in unit.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk-in cooler & 6 door reach-in unit.
  • 0820 A 1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Hot holding at improper temperatures: Green beans @ 126F, Prime rib @ 125F.
  • 1600 - Corrected During Inspection The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1800 - Glass / dish racks have a debris build-up. Grill flue and stove catch pans have a debris build-up. Corrected during inspection.
  • 2810 - Missing wall tiles at the line handsink.
  • 3180 - Floors around the dishmachine area have a debris build-up.
  • 3240 - The line hand sink is not maintained clean.
July 11, 2008Routine25Details / Comments
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the salad prep unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - The thermometer in the bar cooler was broken.
  • 1570 - Condensate leak in the 6 door reach-in unit.
  • 1600 - Repeat The interior surfaces and interior doors of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit. The spray nozzle at the dishmachine has a debris build-up.
  • 1800 - The exterior of the exhaust hood has a dust build-up.
  • 3180 - The wall at the dishmachine has a debris build-up.
November 15, 2007Routine15Details / Comments
1600 - Repeat The interior cavity and doors of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.June 08, 2007Follow-up01Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor: Walk-in cooler.
  • 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Improper methods used to thaw food. Rib roast being thawed @ room temperature.
  • 0820 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. Line prep units @ 50F and 44F. Potatoe salad @ 45F.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken salad in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1600 - Repeat The interior cavity and doors of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1790 - The (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven is observed soiled / has a splatter build-up.
  • 1800 - Carbon / food debris on the stove eyes, stove catch trays, and char-grill.
  • 3170 - The wall in the dishmachine area needs repair
  • 3180 - The floor under the fryers have a grease build-up.
June 01, 2007Routine27Details / Comments
  • 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw shrimp.
  • 0820 - Critical Hot holding at improper temperatures: Chili @ 133F.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in cooler is not properly dated for disposition, Chili
  • 1100 - Critical Glass shards in the bar mug chiller.
  • 1600 - The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with limescale that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1800 - Grease build-up in the fryer cabinets. Carbon build-up on the sides of the char-grill. The stove and the char-grill catch trays have a debris build-up. Corrected.
February 08, 2007Routine33Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. August 03, 2006Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures: 2 door reach-in unit @ 64F.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: Grease / food debris on the broiler.
  • 1780 - Critical Mold / debris build-up on the spray nozzle at the dishmachine.
  • 1790 - The interior of the microwave oven is observed with a splatter build-up.
  • 1800 - Corrected During Inspection Catch trays of the grill and stove have a carbon / debris build-up.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the baris blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2790 - The indoor wall material located at kitchen handsink does not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbent: Tiles coming off.
  • 3180 - The door gasket of the 6 door reach-in freezer has a mold build-up.
July 27, 2006Routine44Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. January 18, 2006Follow-up00-
1700 - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable temperature. Unit @ 129F. Data plate indicates the temperature must maintain 140F.January 05, 2006Follow-up10Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk-in cooler and reach-in unit.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Hot holding at improper temperatures: Green beans @ 135F, Chicken Noodle @ 138F. Cold holding at improper temperatures: Ranch dressing @ 46F.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition: Two units.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the bar juice cooler.
  • 1600 - Repeat The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1700 - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable temperature. Unit @ 123F, proper temperature is 140F.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: Grills and slicer.
  • 1780 - Critical Debris build-up in the bar soda dispencer holder
  • 1800 - Grease build-up in the exhaust hood filters. Carbon build-up on the stove eyes. Food debris on the catch trays.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in the exhaust hood is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
December 21, 2005Routine65Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. August 04, 2005Follow-up00-
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Cold holding at improper temperatures, Prep. unit @ 44'F
  • 1600 - Repeat The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1700 - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable temperature. Machine was below 140'F.
  • 2720 - Repeat Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 3180 - Repeat Defrost the stand-up freezer. Mold build-up on the door gaskets of the prep. unit, this violation was corrected during the inspection.
  • 3240 - Repeat Handwashing facilities in the kitchen not maintained smooth / cleanable.
July 17, 2005Follow-up24Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures, Prep. unit @ 50'F, Cole Slaw @ 54'F, Potatoe Salad @ 52'F.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the bar juice cooler.
  • 1600 - The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable temperature. Machine was below 140'F.
  • 1780 - Critical Bar soda dispencer has a debris build-up.
  • 1790 - The (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 1800 - Exhaust vent over the dishmachine has a dust build-up.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 3180 - Defrost the stand-up freezer. Mold build-up on the door gaskets of the prep. unit, this violation was corrected during the inspection.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities in the kitchen not maintained smooth / cleanable.
July 11, 2005Routine47Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. June 09, 2005Pre-Opening00Details / Comments
  • 1150 - Repeat Paint / stain all exposed wood at the bar.
  • 1330 - Repeat Incorrect data plate on the dishmachine.
June 08, 2005Pre-Opening02Details / Comments
  • 1150 - Exposed wood under the fryer, line heat lamp unit, and at the bar.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the kitchen wait station unit. Broken thermometer on the dishmachine.
  • 1330 - Incorrect data plate on the dishmachine.
  • 1570 - Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises. Chest freezer.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: Oven
  • 2230 - Critical There was no handsink at 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 - Debris in the cabinet at the wait station unit.
June 03, 2005Pre-Opening26Details / Comments

July 22, 2009 (Follow-up)


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July 15, 2009 (Routine)


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December 09, 2008 (Routine)


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July 16, 2008 (Follow-up)


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July 11, 2008 (Routine)


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November 15, 2007 (Routine)


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June 08, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violation: 1600 - Repeat The interior cavity and doors of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with (food debris, limescale) that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
Increase the frequency of cleaning or limescale deposit removal from the interior surfaces of the unit to maintain unit performance.

June 01, 2007 (Routine)


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February 08, 2007 (Routine)


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August 03, 2006 (Follow-up)

Comments:
No violations noted. All violations from previous inspection, 07/26/06, corrected. Nice job !

July 27, 2006 (Routine)


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January 05, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violation: 1700 - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable temperature. Unit @ 129F. Data plate indicates the temperature must maintain 140F.
Immediately discontinue the use of the machine until it is operating in accordance with minimum requirements. Initiate manual wash, rinse, and sanitize method to properly clean and sanitize equipment and utensils. To minimize workload you can move to all single service utensils.

December 21, 2005 (Routine)


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July 17, 2005 (Follow-up)


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July 11, 2005 (Routine)


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June 09, 2005 (Pre-Opening)

Comments:
No violations noted, facility ready to open.

June 08, 2005 (Pre-Opening)


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June 03, 2005 (Pre-Opening)


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