Cave (The), 217 17th Street, Virginia Beach, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Cave (The)
Address: 217 17th Street, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 589-7456
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: Aug 6, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: inside microwave and refrigerator.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
August 06, 2009Routine11Details / Comments
  • 1570 - Freezer was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1770 C -
  • 3170 - Repeat Floor and walls in the kitchen are not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Repeat Floor and walls in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
January 09, 2009Routine04Details / Comments
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items bar #2 were observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 3170 - Floor tile at bar #1 is not maintained in good repair
May 29, 2008Routine03Details / Comments
3180 - Repeat Walls along baseboard noted in need of cleaning.November 06, 2007Routine01Details / Comments
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the side of broken reach-in has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant. End caps missing.
May 01, 2007Routine04Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Bacon and cheese cold holding at improper temperatures. (door to refrigerator not closed properly when establishment closed last night)
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: spice shelf.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the kitchen equipment has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls not maintained in good repair. Paint peeling certain areas.
  • 3180 - Repeat Walls noted in need of cleaning.
October 17, 2006Routine15Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Cheese cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1450 - The reach in refrigerator is not sufficient to meet the food storage demands of the establishment.
  • 1570 - Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the beverage holsters have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3180 - Repeat Wall behind the fryers noted in need of cleaning.
April 11, 2006Routine14Details / Comments
  • 1260 - A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin at the bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine, pizza oven, and interior of the reach in refrigerator.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the exterior of equipment have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2020 - Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored in the kitchen with the handles up.
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls and ceilings are not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Repeat Walls in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of air freshner are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
October 17, 2005Routine25Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. June 02, 2005Follow-up00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. June 02, 2005Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0260 - Critical Repeat The spoiled orange juice is unsound or adulterated.
  • 0820 - Critical Cheese cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1060 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the refrigerator shelves are rusted.
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 1570 - Reach in refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine and grill surface.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the all equipment, shelves and the fan have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2260 - Critical Observed a hose attached to a faucet fixture. The hose extended below the flood rim level of the sink basin.
  • 2920 - Repeat Toilet room door is not provided with a self-closing door
  • 2920 - Men's toilet room lacks a door
  • 2930 - Repeat Kitchen vent has no screen.
  • 3080 - Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in refrigerator.
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls and ceiling are not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Repeat Floors and walls noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3280 - Dead insects were found on the premises
  • 3330 - Critical Repeat Working containers of cleansers are not properly labeled.
May 26, 2005Routine--Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the dry storage shelves have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 2350 ii - Toilet in the ladies' toilet room lacks a tank lid.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine.
  • 2930 - Outer opening screen mesh (vent in kitchen) is more than 16 to 1 inches
  • 2920 - Repeat Toilet room doors are not provided with a self-closing door
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls and ceilings are not maintained in good repair
  • 0260 - Critical The rotten lemon is unsound .
  • 3180 - Repeat Walls and floors behind fryers noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1060 - The surface of the refrigerator shelves are rusted; rendering them not corrosion resistant and smooth.
December 09, 2004Routine28Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the dry storage shelves have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises.
  • 2350 ii - Toilet in the ladies' toilet room lacks a tank lid.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine.
  • 2930 - Outer opening screen mesh (vent in kitchen) is more than 16 to 1 inches
  • 2920 - Repeat Toilet room doors are not provided with a self-closing door
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls and ceilings are not maintained in good repair
  • 0260 - Critical The rotten lemon is unsound .
  • 3180 - Repeat Walls and floors behind fryers noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1060 - The surface of the refrigerator shelves are rusted; rendering them not corrosion resistant and smooth.
December 09, 2004Routine28Details / Comments
  • 1570 - Unused or non-functioning equipment not removed from the premises. (Microwave, steamer and dishmachine)
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the 3 compartment sink at the bar are leaking.
  • 2000 - Clean single service were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine, ice scoop, ice bin where beverage ice is stored..
  • 2920 - Toilet room door is not tight fitting. and/or provided with a self- closing door
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of cleansers are not properly labeled.
  • 3170 - Walls in kitchen (paint is peeling) is not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Walls, floors, and floors under equipment noted in need of cleaning.
October 07, 2004Routine26Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. Splash guard needed between hand sink and dry good shelf next to it.
  • 3180 - Wall beneath and behind grill noted to be in need of cleaning.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the area beneath grill had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2810 - Wall and edge around pass through food window is not smooth and easily cleanable. Bare wood exposed and edges of shelf exposed.
  • 1570 - Repeat Inside lid of reach-in freezer was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat Prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items not properly dated for disposition.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs above pot pan rack are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 2260 - Critical No backflow prevention device on threaded faucet outside back door.
  • 0060 - Critical No Certified Food Manager assigned to establishment. Schedule of classes left at time of last inspection.
January 28, 2004Routine37Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. Splash guard needed between hand sink and dry good shelf next to it.
  • 3180 - Wall beneath and behind grill noted to be in need of cleaning.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the area beneath grill had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2810 - Wall and edge around pass through food window is not smooth and easily cleanable. Bare wood exposed and edges of shelf exposed.
  • 1570 - Repeat Inside lid of reach-in freezer was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat Prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items not properly dated for disposition.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs above pot pan rack are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided a the hand washing lavatory behind the bar.
  • 2260 - Critical No backflow prevention device on threaded faucet outside back door.
  • 0060 - Critical No Certified Food Manager assigned to establishment. Schedule of classes left at time of last inspection.
January 28, 2004Routine37Details / Comments

August 06, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Establishment not open during inspection. Establishment prepares frozen fried foods.

January 09, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed beverage tubing at the bar. Discussed cleaning the kitchen.

May 29, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with CFM and copy of regulation changes left with him.

November 06, 2007 (Routine)


Violation: 3180 - Repeat Walls along baseboard noted in need of cleaning.
All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
Comments:
Above discussed for corrective action/Permit reissued

May 01, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Above discussed for corrective action

October 17, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Above discussed for corrective action/Permit issued/risk assessment completed.

April 11, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction. Substantial cleaning observed. Structural repairs observed. Good inspection.

October 17, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction.

June 02, 2005 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Follow up inspection. Corrections made from the previous inspection. The bathroom door was replaced. The kitchen was cleaned. The exterior of the nonfunctional prep refrigerator shall be cleaned. The reach in refrigerator temperature equals 55 degrees. Items stored in the refrigerator are shelf stable creamers and barbecue sauce. Do not store potentially hazardous foods in the refrigerator. Repair the refrigerator so that food will hold at 41 degrees.

June 02, 2005 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Follow up inspection. Corrections made from the previous inspection. The bathroom door was replaced. The kitchen was cleaned. The exterior of the nonfunctional prep refrigerator shall be cleaned. The reach in refrigerator temperature equals 55 degrees. Items stored in the refrigerator are shelf stable creamers and barbecue sauce. Do not store potentially hazardous foods in the refrigerator. Repair the refrigerator so that food will hold at 41 degrees.

May 26, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction. There was no potentially hazardous foods stored in the reach in refrigerator. Discontinue use of the refrigerator. Fax refrigerator repair receipt to the Health Department. Repair and replace the toilet room door prior to opening tonight.

December 09, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction.

December 09, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction.

October 07, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction. Remove the sand bags from the kitchen floor. Permit issued,

January 28, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Handwashing stressed/Critical violations discussed for immediate correction/Other violations discussed for corrective action.

January 28, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Handwashing stressed/Critical violations discussed for immediate correction/Other violations discussed for corrective action.

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