Brutti's, 467 Court Street, Portsmouth, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Restaurant: Brutti's
Address: 467 Court Street, Portsmouth, Virginia
Phone: (757) 393-1923
Total inspections: 30
Last inspection: Aug 11, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

  • 2740 - Trash, grease, litter and abandoned equipment were observed adjacent to the refuse container outside the facility.
  • 2750 -
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted over 3 compartment sink.
  • 3300 - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
August 11, 2009Routine05Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. July 22, 2009Routine00Details / Comments
  • 0060 - Critical The person in charge failed to state the required temperatures and holding times for the following conditions of potentially hazardous food: (1) Refrigerated storage, (2) Cooking, (3) Cooling, and (4) Reheating.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0470 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: cheese cakes, raw chicken breasts and frozen bread.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0930 - Critical Repeat A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that hamburgers,turkey burgers, fish may be served undercooked.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the 3 door reach-in for desserts.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact and non food contact surfaces: old walk-in racks, walls and flooring, interior of black cambro unit, can opener, storage area beside old walk-in.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the @Location@
April 28, 2009Routine47Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures in walk-in and pizza make unit
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the 3 compartment sink
January 14, 2009Routine11Details / Comments
  • 0810 - The methods used for cooling whole roasts were not adequate.
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Potato salad cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0930 - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the potentially hazardous food that may be served raw and/or undercooked
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the dry storage and 3 compartment sink area.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities at sandwich make station are not maintained
September 30, 2008Routine23Details / Comments
  • 0570 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in
  • 3270 - Methods are not being used to control pests. Back doors open allowing for the entry of flies and other vermin.
May 02, 2008Follow-up03Details / Comments
  • 0170 - Employees using prep sink for handwashing
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Food storage bins are in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Chicken in 2 door reachi-in, 68 degrees
  • 1170 - Filters missing in hood system on line
  • 1180 - The food temperature measuring device (degrees F) is 8 degrees too high
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the walk-in.
  • 1570 - Wait station low boy not draining properly-heavy condensate build up on bottom
  • 1890 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: tableware utensils.
  • 2020 - Knifes, and cleavers stored in very soilded containers
  • 2230 - Critical There are not an adequate number of handwash lavatories on site. (See 12 VAC5-421-2280) There is no operating handsink on the line. Currently only one handsink operating in the kitchen.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in
  • 3180 - Dry storage room noted in need of cleaning.and organizing
March 12, 2008Routine410Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Scoop in storage bin (molina) without handle.
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Food boxes in walk-in freezer stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Half 'n half @ 61.F in ice bucket cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the bar cooler (front) with dairy products stored.
  • 1450 - Center lowboy @ 51.F.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: front lowboy units.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: stacked ovens.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Single-service trays in back storage area were observed stored unprotected.
  • 2720 - Corrected During Inspection Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered (both lids)..
  • 2890 - Light bulb in kitchen in front of beverage-air reach-in and oversingle-service articles are not fully shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent (endcaps removed).
  • 3045 - The sign that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not clearly visible at bar handsink.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of Comet cleanser and room odorizer hanging on bar handsink hense are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 3660 - Corrected During Inspection Current permit is not posted in a place where it is readily observable by the public.
May 07, 2007Routine310Details / Comments
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb outside reach-in refrigerator across from three-compartment sink is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
January 30, 2007Follow-up02Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils (coffe mug).
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing utensils (ice scoop behind bar) improperly stored between uses.
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Improper use of wet wiping cloths (at front lowboy-left).
  • 0610 - Food boxes in walk-in freezer stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Light bulb over two-door reach-in refrigerator is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3180 - Mobile floor fan near three-compartment sink noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of cleansers in prep sink front are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
January 25, 2007Routine26Details / Comments
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Improper use of wet wiping cloths.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) in main walk-in reefer in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1180 - The food temperature measuring device (degrees F) located in the walk-in freezer is not accurate.
  • 1450 - Center lowboy @ 50.F, no potentially hazardous foods stored inside at time of inspection.
  • 1880 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: door gaskets on dessert reefer lowboy.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates and utensils were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2930 - Repeat Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents (back door opened).
  • 3180 - Walk-in freezer's flooring noted in need of cleaning.
September 26, 2006Routine26Details / Comments
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Improper use of wet wiping cloth(s) in main kitchen.
  • 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the center lowboy @ front line is damaged.
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents (back door blocked open).
  • 3270 - Some flies in main kitchen.
July 24, 2006Follow-up04Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Various potentially hazardous foods in the center lowboy cold holding at improper temperatures (above 41.F).
  • 1450 - Repeat Two of three lowboy refrigeration units at front line area above 41.F
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main walk-in reefer and main kitchen not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent (endcaps removed).
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3170 - Repeat Stucco wall by lowboy (front) damaged and is not maintained in good repair
July 05, 2006Follow-up15Details / Comments
  • 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: cheesecake.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat walk. in reefer is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - The temperature measuring device in the long sandwich-style lowboy reefers were not properly located in the warmest part of the unit.
  • 1450 - Sandwich unit near stucco wall @ 52.F.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the lowboy in front of stove oven is damaged.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered (side door).
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main walk-in reefer and main kitchen not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent (endcaps removed).
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory behind the bar
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3170 - Repeat Stucco wall by lowboy (front) damaged and is not maintained in good repair
June 27, 2006Routine110Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection In-use utensils improperly stored between use (handle in contact with ice-black bin).
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food boxes stored on the floor in walk-in freezer or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1100 - The food contact surface of the shelving in front of three-compartment sinks is not smooth, contains cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned (rusty).
  • 1530 - Repeat There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: stacked ovens.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean spoons and plates at front station were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2720 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered (side door).
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulbs in main kitchen, at reach-in reefer (lense removed) and walk-in reefer not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind bar.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-ins freezer and reefer.
  • 3170 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Stucco wall near lowboy reefer (front) is damaged hense is not maintained in good repair
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of commerical sanitizer bottle at spice table is are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
March 27, 2006Routine112Details / Comments
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main kitchen is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent (endcaps missing).
  • 3170 - Repeat Stucco wall by prep lowboy is damaged and is not maintained in good repair
January 25, 2006Other02Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 1530 - Repeat There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the cookline equipment has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1880 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: dessert lowboy's door gaskets.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2720 - Corrected During Inspection Dumpster or outside refuse container side door was open or uncovered.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main kitchen and walk-in unit is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 2930 - Corrected During Inspection Front door is blocked open. Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3170 - Wall (stucco) at prep lowboy is not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Floor fan unit in the main kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
November 28, 2005Routine110Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Corrected During Inspection Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor in walk-in reefer or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1700 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solution used was 123.F not at an acceptable temperature.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the floor fanin kitchen has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs in walk-in reefer, freezer and over two-compartment sink not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 2930 - Repeat Rear metal doors have air gaps at bottom of units and not self-closing, the outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3020 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 3180 - Compressor grills in main walk-in are in need of cleaning.
August 24, 2005Routine111Details / Comments
  • 2640 - The refuse container located outside the establishment is missing its cover.
  • 2930 - Repeat Air gap visible under rear doors. Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3045 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at barl lavatories used by food employees
June 15, 2005Follow-up03Details / Comments
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the front lowboys at serviceline.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) along the front serviceline are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2930 - Repeat Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents (back door has air gap at bottom of unit and is blocked open.
  • 3020 - Repeat Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the behind bar
  • 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind bar.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees behind bar area
  • 3170 - Repeat Wall/cove tiles in men's restroom removed/damaged and is not maintained in good repair
May 26, 2005Follow-up08Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Corrected During Inspection Employees (dishwasher) observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints (hair is not fully restrained)..
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses behind bar handle in contact with ice..
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Yellowfin tuna in walk-in is stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the coolers front prep line and behind the bar dairy product stored inside.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) along the prep area are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main walk-in and kitchen (fluorescent) not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent (not fully installed).
  • 2930 - Air gap under rear entrance hence outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 3045 - The sign that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not clearly visible behind the bar.
  • 3170 - (2) Floor tile in men restroom not attached securely and is not maintained in good repair
May 06, 2005Routine012Details / Comments
  • 1580 - Repeat Cutting boards at front cookline station are not smooth, easily cleanable.
  • 2000 - Repeat Plates (clean) at front sandwich station are stored with food-contact surfaces exposed.
  • 2660 - Repeat One covered waste receptile required in women's restroom.
  • 2720 - Repeat Side door of dumpster unit open.
  • 2890 - Repeat Protective shields for flourescent lighting in main kitchen cracked) damaged.
February 07, 2005Follow-up05Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food boxes stored on the floor (walk-in freezer) or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1580 - Repeat The two acrylic cutting board(s) along the front cookline are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1880 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: microwaves.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean plates, bowls, spoons, forks and knives were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2660 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room stall.
  • 2720 - Corrected During Inspection Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main kitchen and main walk-in not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at avatory by ice maker used by food employees
  • 3180 - Mobile floor fan by three-compartment sinks noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3260 - Corrected During Inspection Clothing on mixer unit, employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 3300 - Premises has accumulation of litter
January 31, 2005Routine110Details / Comments
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main kitchen and second floor over chaffing dishes is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 0820 - Critical Half 'n half creamer @ 69.F cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses in ice bin behind bar.
  • 3170 - Repeat Floor patch is unsealed and is not maintained in good repair
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) along the front cookline are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean utensils and plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at front lavatories in main kitchen used by food employees
  • 2930 - Repeat Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents air gap visible at bottom of back door.
  • 0240 - Repeat Employee observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
October 13, 2004Complaint18Details / Comments
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) along the front prep area are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents (front and rear door open).
  • 2000 - Repeat Cleaned TABLEWARE (plates, forks, knives and spoon) were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 3170 - Repeat Plywood patch at prep area unsealed is not maintained in good repair
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in main kitchen not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
June 29, 2004Follow-up05Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Some employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food cooked chicken with their bare hands.
  • 0060 - Critical Person in charge could not verify food managers certificate.
  • 3170 - Floor (plywood) patch in tile in front of prep refrigerator unsealed is not maintained in good repair
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: Frozen oysters, and some foods in main walk-in.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory in the ack hand sink (dispenser empty).
  • 0610 - Food boxes in back walk-in stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1260 - A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin behind bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) along the front prep area on refrigeration units are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in main walk not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent, also two lenses damaged in back kitchen area.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloth improperly stored between use in main kitchen on prep table.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the stove/oven and stacked oven units has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 0850 - Critical Butter in front waitress area at 71.F. No written procedures for the use of time as a public health control with potentially hazardous foods.
  • 1320 - The temperature measuring device in the prep refrigerators was not properly located in the warmest part of the unit.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 3100 - Lockers or other suitable facilities are not provided for employees clothing and other possessions (purse store on prep table and jacket on stored frypans/skillets.
  • 0470 - Critical Soda can stored in ice behind bar.
  • 1880 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not unclean: stored frypans/skillets and stacked ovens (interior surfaces).
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean plates, saucers and tableware were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the front prep refrigerator is torn,damaged).
  • 3180 - Outside surfaces of door on back walk-in unit in need of cleaning.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained
June 17, 2004Routine616Details / Comments
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) at front prep area are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 2000 - Plates in front prep area unprotected-invert plate(s).
March 12, 2004Follow-up03Details / Comments
  • 1100 - Repeat Aluminum foil lining backsplash of oven/stove unit main kitchen.
  • 1580 - Repeat Cutting boards (2) in prep (front) area not smooth, easily cleanable surface, crevices present.
  • 2000 - Plates (clean) mouth-contact surfaces exposed in front prep area.
  • 3045 - Handwashing sign required at front handsink by ice maker.
  • 2750 - Dumpster unit unclean.
  • 2720 - Dumpster lid torn (damaged).
  • 3300 - Old grill (unused) and trash debris improperly stored outside dumpster.
  • 3660 - Permit posted expired 12/31/03.
  • 2710 - Cardboard stacked outside dumpster unit.
February 18, 2004Follow-up09Details / Comments
  • 0240 - One food prep staff without using an effective hair restraint.
  • 1190 - Thermometer not visible (at front of unit) with dairy product(s) behind bar area.
  • 1100 - Aluminum foil lining stove/oven unit (rear area).
  • 1580 - Repeat Cutting boards not smooth, easily cleanable (crevices present) in front prep area.
  • 2000 - Plates improperly stored on front prep unit and clean utensils in main kitchen area (mouth-contact surfaces exposed.)
  • 2750 - Dumpster unit unclean.
  • 3300 - Some litter around dumpster unit area.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat Saugage and prepared vegetables in main walk-in without proper date-marking.
  • 3660 - Health permit expired 12/31/03.
  • 1260 - Repeat Ice (behind bar) in contact with beverage tubing.
  • 3340 - Critical Sanitizer bottle stored on prep sink faucet in prep (front) area.
  • 3180 - Door (wooden) threshold in main walk-in unit unclean.
February 10, 2004Complaint210Details / Comments
  • 1260 - Beverage tubing behind bar in contact with ice.
  • 0470 - Flour bin uncovered.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat Various prepared foods without date marking.
  • 1100 - Repeat Cutting boards at prep refrigeration units front crevices present.
  • 0550 - Ice scoop handle in contact with product.
October 24, 2003Routine14Details / Comments

August 11, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Policies for employee health, handling of RTE foods and blood spills were issued to owner.

July 22, 2009 (Routine)

Comments:
reviewed creation of policies for employee health, handwashing and handling of Rte foods. Both morning and evening managers are now certified.

April 28, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Manager on duty during this inspection will be required to attend Manager certification as soon as possible.

January 14, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Permit inspection. Permit issued.

September 30, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Critical observation inspection performed. AM and PM Chefs to attend Manager Certification class.

May 02, 2008 (Follow-up)


Violations:

March 12, 2008 (Routine)


Violations:

May 07, 2007 (Routine)


Violations:

January 30, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Permit issued.

January 25, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Permit expires 1/31/07.

September 26, 2006 (Routine)


Violations:

July 24, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
NOV follow-up inspection.

July 05, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Note: Lowboy unit by stucco wall has no potentially hazardous foods stored at time of inspection. Discontibue use until unit can maintai

June 27, 2006 (Routine)


Violations:

March 27, 2006 (Routine)


Violations:

January 25, 2006 (Other)


Violations: Comments:
Permit issued.

November 28, 2005 (Routine)


Violations:

August 24, 2005 (Routine)


Violations:

June 15, 2005 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
15.30 Current food handlers cards not verified.

May 26, 2005 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
15.30 Current food handlers cards required.

May 06, 2005 (Routine)


Violations:

February 07, 2005 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Permit issued.

January 31, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
15.30 Food handlers class schedule 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month @9:30am or 1:30pm.

October 13, 2004 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
15.30 Food handlers cards required class schedule submitted.

June 29, 2004 (Follow-up)


Violations:

June 17, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Seafood invoices not available at time of inspection, must verify seafoods are from approved source.

March 12, 2004 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Permit issued.

February 18, 2004 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Dumpster pad unclean.

February 10, 2004 (Complaint)


Violations:

October 24, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Food handlers cards for Aubray Holmes (Norfolk District) exp. 11/4/04. No hot holding present at time of inspection.

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Eddy's ExpressPortsmouth, VA

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Court Street Cordials
The Lobscouser Restaurant
Still
New York Deli
Cafe Europa
Trinity Episcopal Church
The Coffee Shoppe
China Garden

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