Restaurant: China Hall
Address: #108 - 1920 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 479-1368
Total inspections: 4
Last inspection: Jul 31, 2009
0220 - Critical Repeat In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Individual water bottle is stored in food prep area.
0470 - Critical Repeat Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
0470 A 4 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Repeat Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: tofu in walk-in.
1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: meat slicer.
2310 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Bottles of water are not an approved methodl
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
0470 A 4 - Critical Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: foods in chest freezers, reach-down freezers and in walk-in refrigerator.
0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food such as chicken in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
2260 - Critical Observed the pre-wash spray hose extend below the flood rim level of the sink basin at the 3-vat sink.
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk-in and in storage area.. Protect food from cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Repeat Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including foods such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
0800 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Cream cheese wontons noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Cool potentially hazardous foods from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or below within 4 hours. A longer time for cooling allows an ideal situation for bacterial growth. This has been shown to be the major contributing factor in many foodborne illnesses.
0820 A 2 - Critical Shrimp cold holding at improper temperatures Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41F or below.
0810 - Corrected During Inspection The methods used for cooling were not adequate. Cool foods by the following methods: 1. Placing food in shallow pans 2. Separating food into smaller thinner portions 3. Using rapid chill cooling equipment 4. Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath 5. Using containers that facilitate heat transfer 6. Adding ice as an ingredient 7. Any other method that can effectively accomplish cooling.
0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Ensure employees are not wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. This section does not apply to a plain ring such as a wedding band.
Comments:
VIolations discussed for correction. Restaurant is maintained in clean condition.
April 24, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
0220 - Critical Repeat In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Individual water bottle is stored in food prep area. 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.
0470 - Critical Repeat Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including foods such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
0470 A 4 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Repeat Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: tofu in walk-in. Store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: meat slicer. Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
2310 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing. Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the bag orf rice and other items in front of it preventing its use.
Comments:
Advised critical violations require immediate correction. Do not use individual water bottles while preparing food. Must use cup with lid and straw.
March 18, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Bottles of water are not an approved methodl 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.
0470 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including foods such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
0470 A 4 - Critical Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: foods in chest freezers, reach-down freezers and in walk-in refrigerator. Store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
0480 - Unlabeled food containers. Label working containers with the common name of its contents. Consumers may be allergic to certain foods or ingredients. The mistaken use of an ingredient when the consumer has requested that it not be used may result in severe medical consequences. Liquid foods and granular foods may resemble cleaning compounds. The mistaken use of food from an unlabeled container could result in chemical poisoning.
0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Elevate food storage onto approved shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters.
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food such as chicken 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.
2260 - Critical Observed the pre-wash spray hose extend below the flood rim level of the sink basin at the 3-vat sink. Install an approved backflow prevention device or alter the length of the hose to provide the necessary separation between the water supply and the flood rim level of the sink basin. The minimum allowable separation distance must be at least 2x the diameter of the water supply inlet and at least 1 inch.
Violation: 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
Comments:
This is an opening inspection. This serves as health department permit to operate, provided all other required inspections have been conducted.
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