Cobalt Grille, #762 - 1624 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Cobalt Grille
Address: #762 - 1624 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 333-3334
Total inspections: 30
Last inspection: Jul 20, 2009

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  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 0690 - Repeat Water and tea pitchers in service area not covered.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the bar refigerator.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can-opener.
  • 1780 - Critical Interior of ice bin moldy.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the refrigerator gasket has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 C - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in kitchen not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3080 - Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the refrigeration unit
  • 3170 - Repeat Wall in dishwashing area and cove molding in storage area not maintained in good repair
July 20, 2009Routine58Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0570 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0690 - Food exposed to leaking ceiling in walk-in refigerator. Water and tea pitchers not covered in service areas.
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw seafood.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) mashed potatoes in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1060 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the paper towel beneath cutting surface is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1750 - Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer and can-opener.
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen.
  • 3170 - Repeat Walls and floor not maintained in good repair. Ceiling leaking in walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of glass cleaner at bar are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
February 23, 2009Routine48Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 0200 - Corrected During Inspection Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0260 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The broken egg in the walk in refrigerator is unsound or adulterated.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw food of animal origin holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0660 - Corrected During Inspection Condiments are not stored or dispensed in a manner to prevent contamination. Lemons
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Items on top of the prep unit and in the reach in refrigerator cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the napkins under the cutting boards are not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1570 - The door gasket to the walk in refrigerator is in poor repair.
  • 1570 - Repeat Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting boards throughout the kitchen are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1780 E - Surfaces of the ice machine was in contact with non-potentially hazardous food items that were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the door gaskets has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3220 - Corrected During Inspection Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3270 - Critical Methods are not being used to control pests
December 03, 2008Routine614Details / Comments
  • 0480 - Corrected During Inspection Unlabeled food containers: cooking oil in squeeze bottle, bulk container stated to contain sugar.
  • 0800 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Rice (79 F) noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • 1570 - One of the shelving racks in the back storage area was observed rusty, in a state of disrepair and damaged
  • 1580 - The yellow (color-coded) cutting board on the prep table is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener blade.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: exterior portions of hobart mixer and hobart mixer's table.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the fan in the waitstation has accumulations of grime and debris. The side of the fryer and non-food contact shield areas of grill are in need of cleaning
  • 2000 - Ceramic dishes were found stored beside cookline's handsink, within splash range of sink.
  • 3170 - Repeat Base of a wall beside cookline and base of a wall at hallway into back storage area have damaged areas.
  • 3180 - Floor below and behind cookline is noted in need of cleaning. Wall behind cookline's handsink is in need of cleaning. Ceiling vent at front enterance to kitchen is in need of cleaning.
  • 3300 - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment (ex: unused slicer & unused hot holding unit in back storage area.)
August 28, 2008Routine29Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 08, 2008Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0690 - Food stored beneath leaking ceiling in walk-in refrigerator.
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw seafood.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Sliced tomatoes cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) shepherd's pie in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - Repeat There were no temperature measuring devices located in the refrigerator and freezer.
  • 1370 - The warewashing machine is not equipped with a device to warn of low sanitizer level.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters. Filter in poor repair.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer.
  • 1890 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: utensils in dishmachine.
  • 2000 - Clean utensils were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2040 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2850 - Mats in toilet rooms not easily cleanable.
  • 3170 - Repeat Walk-in refrigerator ceiling and cove molding in storage area not maintained in good repair
April 07, 2008Routine610Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Butter and crabmeat, stated to be recently restocked, cold holding at improper temperatures at cookline prep refrigerator.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the bar's beer refrigerator.
  • 1450 - Cookline prep refrigerator is not maintaining potentially hazardous foods 41F or below.
  • 1570 - Randell brand refrigerator's gaskets do not seal properly.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: walk-in refrigerators shelves are in need of cleaning.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the scrape sink are leaking. A bus pan is in place to catch drip; chef notes plumber has been called.
  • 3170 - Repeat Cove molding in back hallway and in dishwashing room is not maintained in good repair.
  • 3180 - Exteriors of walk-in refrigerator door and back door are noted in need of cleaning.
October 31, 2007Routine17Details / Comments
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: powdered sugar, rice, bread crumbs.
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Ice dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer blade.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: walk-in refrigerator shelves.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of spice shelf has accumulations of grime and debris. The exterior of the walk-in refrigerators door is not clean.
  • 2010 - Knife found stored in crevice of bar's ice bin (along bar rail).
  • 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility located at the waitstation is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2350 ii - The following sink faucets are leaking: a handsink in the bar, the hand sink at kitchen entrance and a food prep sink.
  • 2990 - Living/sleeping quarters directly opening into area used for conducting food establishment operations.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
July 17, 2007Routine28Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees observed mixing salad & caesar salad dressing with their bare hands.
  • 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: package of corn meal.
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled squeeze bottles containing various liquid foods. Ensure all foods are labeled on the side of the container.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Homemade Caesar dressing and baked potato appetizer (45F) cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1570 - An upright freezer was observed with excessive ice build-up, a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener blade.
  • 1800 - The faucet base of a food prep sink and a handsink have accumulations of grime and debris. The door handle to the walk-in refrigerator has grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Ice buckets were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward. Mixer pot not covered. Mixing bowls not covered or inverted.
  • 3170 - Repeat Base tiles of the wall located below the dishwashing table is not maintained in good repair. Cove molding is loose and/or missing on wall in back storage area.
  • 3180 - The following floor wall and ceiling areas are noted in need of cleaning: floor below & behind cookline (grease & debris), ceiling tiles and/or attached ceiling panels in kitchen & restrooms(dusty), wall behind ice machine (dusty), ceiling fans in front dining area (dusty).
March 21, 2007Routine37Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Uncovered raw fish in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: lid missing on sugar & flour uncovered.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Foods cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1450 - Dessert refrigerator is malfunctioning.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: interior of ice machine, interior of reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1790 - The interior cavity of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 1800 - Repeat The exterior side of cooking equipment have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean single service carry out containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2890 - Repeat A light bulb in the hood is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3030 - Corrected During Inspection No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen.
  • 3100 - Dressing rooms/areas are not being used by employees who routinely change their clothes in the establishment.
  • 3170 - Repeat Cove molding and attached wall in dishwashing room is not maintained in good repair. Caulking behind handsinks in kitchen is in poor repair.
  • 3180 - Floor behind cooking equipment is noted in need of cleaning. Wall behind ice machine is not clean.
  • 3200 - Repeat Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3270 - Methods are not being used to control fruit flies. Fruit flies observed in wait station.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of chemicals are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
November 13, 2006Routine413Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0520 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food.
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0570 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw tuna.
  • 0800 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Creme brulee noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • 0810 - Repeat The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
  • 0820 - Critical Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1730 - The thermometer in the prep refrigerator is not in good repair and/ or not accurate in the range of use.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer and interior of ice machine.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surfaces of the cooking equipment have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Clean utensils were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2010 - Clean utensils were found stored at the employee toilet room.
  • 2700 - The waste storage container for cardboard has a broken lid.
  • 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in hood not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents. Outside walk-in.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted in the prep area.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the toilet rooms and reach-in refrigerators.
  • 3170 - Wall in dishwash area is not maintained in good repair
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3260 - Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Containers of cleaners not stored separately from insecticides or rodenticides.
August 07, 2006Routine619Details / Comments
  • 0450 C - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Bowl or utensil without handle used to dispense food.
  • 0570 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0810 - The methods used for cooling soup were not adequate.
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in multiple refrigerators.
  • 1400 - Repeat The sandwich unit refrigerator waste collection compartment is not properly sloped to eliminate pooling water.
  • 1580 - Repeat The small cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer, can opener and ice machine.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the bottom chest freezer and reach in refrigerators have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach in refrigerator.
  • 3180 - Repeat Floors under equipment noted in need of cleaning.
May 02, 2006Routine19Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands after handling soiled utensils, between glove exchange, or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands. (OPERATOR TO CORRECT)
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. (OPERATOR TO CORRECT)
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers (white powdered food products)
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses. Plastic bowl used to dispense sugar. (OPERATOR TO CORRECT)
  • 0570 - Heavily soiled wiping cloths in use.
  • 1150 - Foil and wax paper lining shelving units is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the glass upright refrigeration unit.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1570 - Door handle on two-door upright refrigeration unit was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. Duct tape observed.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting board(s) at the food preparation area is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 2830 - Floor and wall juncture in dishwashing area not sealed.
  • 3180 - Repeat Area under entire cookline, under three compartment sink, wall by ice machine, ceiling tiles around vents noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Can of degreaser stored with box of potatoes. (OPERATOR TO CORRECT)
January 11, 2006Routine310Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0380 - Critical Food packages are not in good condition or the integrity of the package contents are not protected from adulteration or potential contaminants (ex: dented food cans)
  • 0450 C - Repeat Bowl or utensil without handle used to dispense food.
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the sandwich unit and reach in refrigerator
  • 1400 - The sandwich unit refrigerator waste collection compartment is not properly sloped to eliminate pooling water.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine, can opener and slicer.
  • 2310 B - The handwash station at the wait station is being used to clean equipment and utensils.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the 3 compartment sink are leaking.
  • 3080 - Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach in refrigerator
  • 3170 - Walls in the dish washing area are not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Repeat Floors under and behind equipment, in the employee toilet room, the walk in refrigerator and the wall in the employee toilet room noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3320 - Critical Original containers of bleach does not have a legible manufacturer label
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Containers of fly bait are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 3490 - Hand lotion stored in such a way that they could contaminate food in the wait staff station
October 27, 2005Routine610Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the storeroom and kitchen.
  • 0520 - Corrected During Inspection Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0820 - Critical Potentially hazardous food in upper section of prep refrigerators cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) Shepherd's pie in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - Repeat There were no temperature measuring devices located in the refrigerator units.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1520 - Repeat There is no temperature measuring device available in the manual warewashing area.
  • 1580 - Repeat The cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1730 - Hollow handled ice scoop was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: slicer and interior of ice machine.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2040 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of oven cleaner and butane fuel are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
June 28, 2005Routine513Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands. Employee observed not washing hands after handling soiled dishes, before handling clean at dishwash area.
  • 0260 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The sweet potatoes in dry storage are decayed.
  • 0450 C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Scoop with no handle in bulk product.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Raw chicken above beef.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food such as mashed potatoes in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the 3 door prep refrigerator.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1520 - There is no temperature measuring device available in the manual warewashing area.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the hood filters at cookline has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2830 - Floor and wall juncture in dish room not sealed. Cove molding missing in some areas.
  • 3050 - Corrected During Inspection No waste receptacle provided at handwashing lavatories in kitchen.
  • 3090 - Ventilation is not sufficient to keep rooms free of excessive obnoxious odors. No mechanical ventilation in employee toilet room.
  • 3180 - Ceiling and ceiling grates in kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
February 25, 2005Routine412Details / Comments
  • 0160 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands. Employee observed not washing hands after handling soiled dishes, before handling clean at dishwash area.
  • 0260 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The sweet potatoes in dry storage are decayed.
  • 0450 C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Scoop with no handle in bulk product.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Raw chicken above beef.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food such as mashed potatoes in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the 3 door prep refrigerator.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1520 - There is no temperature measuring device available in the manual warewashing area.
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the hood filters at cookline has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2830 - Floor and wall juncture in dish room not sealed. Cove molding missing in some areas.
  • 3050 - Corrected During Inspection No waste receptacle provided at handwashing lavatories in kitchen.
  • 3090 - Ventilation is not sufficient to keep rooms free of excessive obnoxious odors. No mechanical ventilation in employee toilet room.
  • 3180 - Ceiling and ceiling grates in kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
February 25, 2005Routine412Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the fryer and the flat grill splash guard has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the 3 compartment sink are leaking.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the glass reach in refrigerator.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in reach in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3180 - Floor under the 3-compartment sink, floor in the walk in refrigerator and the floor under the cook line are noted in need of cleaning.
October 13, 2004Routine05Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the fryer and the flat grill splash guard has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the 3 compartment sink are leaking.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the glass reach in refrigerator.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in reach in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3180 - Floor under the 3-compartment sink, floor in the walk in refrigerator and the floor under the cook line are noted in need of cleaning.
October 13, 2004Routine05Details / Comments
  • 3320 - Critical Chemical spray bottle observed without a label.
  • 3080 - Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the refrigerator.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the kitchen and serving line.
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0560 - Linens in contact with food.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 1570 - The can opener blade is rusted and dull.
  • 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the refrigerator is damaged.
  • 3200 - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 1770 B - Critical Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: ice machine and can opener.
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: flour breading.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: @EQUIPMENT@.
  • 0840 - Critical According to the ""consume by"" date on the prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigerator, the food should have been discarded three days ago.
July 21, 2004Routine67Details / Comments
  • 3320 - Critical Chemical spray bottle observed without a label.
  • 3080 - Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the refrigerator.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the kitchen and serving line.
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0560 - Linens in contact with food.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 1570 - The can opener blade is rusted and dull.
  • 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the refrigerator is damaged.
  • 3200 - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 1770 B - Critical Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: ice machine and can opener.
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: flour breading.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: @EQUIPMENT@.
  • 0840 - Critical According to the ""consume by"" date on the prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigerator, the food should have been discarded three days ago.
July 21, 2004Routine67Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Eggs and potato salad cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0470 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the storage room amd walk-in cooler..
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the reach-in cooler is damaged.
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Wrist watch while prepping food.
  • 1790 - The (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 1040 - A raw wood shelving is used as a food contact surface.
  • 0520 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food. Corrected during inspection.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the front bar reach-in cooler..
  • 0070 - Employees are not properly trained in food safety as it relates to their assigned duties.
  • 1750 - Repeat Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of food.
April 28, 2004Routine39Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Eggs and potato salad cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0470 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the storage room amd walk-in cooler..
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the reach-in cooler is damaged.
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Wrist watch while prepping food.
  • 1790 - The (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 1040 - A raw wood shelving is used as a food contact surface.
  • 0520 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food. Corrected during inspection.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the front bar reach-in cooler..
  • 0070 - Employees are not properly trained in food safety as it relates to their assigned duties.
  • 1750 - Repeat Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of food.
April 28, 2004Routine39Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Potato salad (51F) cold holding at improper temperatures. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the reach-in cooler gasket had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 0440 - Critical Tags missing from the mussels containers.
  • 0430 - The mussels are not stored in their original container.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the milk container..
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 2720 - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly used.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the reach-in cooler..
  • 2890 - Light bulb in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 3180 - Ceiling tiles in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: microwave oven.
January 29, 2004Routine410Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Potato salad (51F) cold holding at improper temperatures. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the reach-in cooler gasket had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 0440 - Critical Tags missing from the mussels containers.
  • 0430 - The mussels are not stored in their original container.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the milk container..
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 2720 - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly used.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the reach-in cooler..
  • 2890 - Light bulb in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 3180 - Ceiling tiles in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: microwave oven.
January 29, 2004Routine410Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Black beans and potato salad both are cold holding at improper temperatures. corrected during inspection.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the reach-in cooler gasket is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the storage room.
  • 1720 - There is no chemical sanitizing test kit present to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution used is at the proper concentration.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0570 - Improper use of dry wiping cloths.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 1770 - Critical Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: can opener. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.
  • 1520 - There is no temperature measuring device available in the manual warewashing area.
  • 3490 - Cigarette lighter stored in such a way that they could contaminate food in the kitchen. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0210 - Food employees wearing soiled clothing.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. (coffee filters)
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
October 30, 2003Routine411Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Black beans and potato salad both are cold holding at improper temperatures. corrected during inspection.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the reach-in cooler gasket is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the storage room.
  • 1720 - There is no chemical sanitizing test kit present to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution used is at the proper concentration.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0570 - Improper use of dry wiping cloths.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 1770 - Critical Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: can opener. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.
  • 1520 - There is no temperature measuring device available in the manual warewashing area.
  • 3490 - Cigarette lighter stored in such a way that they could contaminate food in the kitchen. Corrected during inspection.
  • 0210 - Food employees wearing soiled clothing.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. (coffee filters)
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
October 30, 2003Routine411Details / Comments
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0470 - Unwrapped or uncovered food in the prep line.
  • 0520 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food. Bottled soda inside ice machine.
  • 1930 - Soiled linens were found stored in a location that may directly or indirectly contaminate food or food-contact surfaces. Dirty towels and apron.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints. Dishwasher employee.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine and ice bin scoop handle in ice.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly used.
  • 1320 - The temperature measuring device located in refrigerator is not easily readable.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the reach-in cooler.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the reach-in cooler is damaged.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the kitchen is blocked, (used for storing frozen food) preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw frozen meat.
July 18, 2003Routine212Details / Comments
  • 1600 - The interior surfaces of the mechanical warewashing machine are soiled with food debris that may decrease the effectiveness of the unit.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in reach-in cooler and hood not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the reach-in cooler's (missing, damaged).
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0470 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Ground beef and raw chicken
  • 0220 - Critical The employee is drinking from an uncovered container in the food preparation area.
  • 1750 - Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of vegetable salad.
  • 1790 - The cavity, door seal of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 0820 - Critical Chicken salad (52F) cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken salad and tuna fish in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
April 29, 2003Routine48Details / Comments
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the reach-in cooler gaskets had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2040 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 1790 - The cavity,and door seal of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in reach-in-cooler not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food (bread) with their bare hands.
  • 3200 - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned
  • 3180 - floor in the dry room noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. Below 50ppm at inspection.
  • 1370 - The warewashing machine is not equipped with a device to warn of low sanitizer level.
  • 0470 - Unwrapped or uncovered water pitchel at serving line.
January 24, 2003Routine311Details / Comments

July 20, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

February 23, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

December 03, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator. Continue to check food (probe) every two hours to ensure temperatures decrease. Items need to register at 41 degrees or below. Repair floor and wall in the dishwash area before next inspection.

August 28, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with managers. Newsletter noting most recent changes to Virginia Food Regulations was also given to operator and discussed.

April 08, 2008 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Follow-up to check on chemical dishmachine. Dishmachine has been repaired and utensils are being properly sanitized. Walk-in ceiling is still leaking but no foods are exposed to dripping water. Repairs have been scheduled for unit. Continue to protect foods from leaking ceiling.

April 07, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Eco-Lab contacted to repair dishmachine. Walk-in ceiling leaking. Do not store food beneath dripping water.

October 31, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with Executive Chef. Permit Issued.

July 17, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with managers.

March 21, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with managers.

November 13, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with manager.

August 07, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.Food handler's class recommended for kitchen staff.

May 02, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction. Discussed cleaning schedule and temperature monitoring of the cookline refrigerator.

January 11, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Date marking observed. Hands washed at appropriate times today. Chemical dishwashing unit appears to be functioning (50-100ppm). Most issues noted on last inspection 10/05 have been addressed.

October 27, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction. Please be aware the cold holding temperature will drop to 41 degrees in 2007. At that time all refrigeration units must be capable of maintaining potentially hazardous foods at that temperature.

June 28, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

February 25, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Advised critical violations must be corrected immediately.

February 25, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Advised critical violations must be corrected immediately.

October 13, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction with the PIC.

October 13, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction with the PIC.

July 21, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with kitchen manager/new chef with expired cfm certificate, advised to enroll by calling health department and inquire on the next available class. Chlorine level at three compartment sink final rinse between 50ppm-200ppm.

July 21, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with kitchen manager/new chef with expired cfm certificate, advised to enroll by calling health department and inquire on the next available class. Chlorine level at three compartment sink final rinse between 50ppm-200ppm.

April 28, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with store manager/mechanical dishmachine final rinse chlorine level above 50ppm/wash water temperature above 120F/store manager recently certified food service manager.

April 28, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with store manager/mechanical dishmachine final rinse chlorine level above 50ppm/wash water temperature above 120F/store manager recently certified food service manager.

January 29, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed and or corrected during inspection/mechanical dishmachine final rinse chlorine level between 50ppm-200ppm.

January 29, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed and or corrected during inspection/mechanical dishmachine final rinse chlorine level between 50ppm-200ppm.

October 30, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Mechanical Dishmachine final rinse between 50ppm-200ppm/wash water temperature above 120F/CFM certificate expired September 2003, instructed to call Health Department for the next available CFM class/violations discussed with store manager.

October 30, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Mechanical Dishmachine final rinse between 50ppm-200ppm/wash water temperature above 120F/CFM certificate expired September 2003, instructed to call Health Department for the next available CFM class/violations discussed with store manager.

July 18, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Mechanical Dishmachine final sanitization rinse between 50ppm-200ppm/wash water temperature 120F/violations discussed with store manager/cfm

April 29, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
(CDI)- corrected during inspection/mechanical Dishmachine final rinse between 50ppm-200ppm/wash water temp 140F/hand washing stressed/rec additional certified food service manager.

January 24, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violation discussed with kitchen manager/cfm.

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