Restaurant: Donkey Dawgs
Address: #101 - 1933 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 425-3885
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: Jun 24, 2009
0470 - Critical Repeat Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Various items 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.
1770 A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: microwave.
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.
2000 - Clean pots/pans/containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
2000 C - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
2020 A (Utensils) - Cleaned and sanitized utensils not handled, displayed, or dispensed so that the food- or lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination
2890 - Repeat Light bulb in reach in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
0240 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
0470 - Critical Raw shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
0550 - Ice scoop improperly stored between use.
0810 - The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
0820 A 2 - Critical Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures.
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
2020 A (single-service/single-use) - Single-service or single-use articles not handled, displayed, or dispensed so that the food- or lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination
2890 - Light bulb in reach-in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
3170 - Ceiling tiles in storeroom not maintained in good repair
0570 - Repeat Wiping cloth laying on work table, improperly stored between use.
0820 A 2 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The individual packets of butter (75 F) on customer tables are cold holding at improper temperatures.
1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the following items have accumulations of grime and debris: exterior of floor fan, bottom shelves at service counter.
2020 - Some kitchen utensils and customer tableware (knives, forks, and/or spoons) were not stored in their containers with the handles up.
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.
0610 - 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.
0820 A 2 - Critical Repeat Various items cold holding at improper temperatures. Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food 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.
1770 A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: microwave. Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
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. Clean the surface of ice machine at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
2000 - Clean pots/pans/containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward. Store equipment and utensils covered or inverted to prevent contamination while in storage.
2000 C - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
2020 A (Utensils) - Cleaned and sanitized utensils not handled, displayed, or dispensed so that the food- or lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination Handle, display, or dispense cleaned and sanitized utensils so the food- or lip-contact surface are protected from contamination.
2890 - Repeat Light bulb in reach in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant. Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator. Ceiling tiles in the dry storage and restroom need to be replaced with smooth easily cleanable tiles by the next inspection if expansion of the establishment does not occur.
February 19, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
0240 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints. Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
0470 - Critical Raw shell eggs 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.
0550 - Ice scoop improperly stored between use. Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F.
0810 - 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.
0820 A 2 - Critical Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures. Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food 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.
2020 A (single-service/single-use) - Single-service or single-use articles not handled, displayed, or dispensed so that the food- or lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination Handle, display, or dispense single-service and single-use articles so the food- or lip-contact surface are protected from contamination.
2890 - Light bulb in reach-in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant. Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
3170 - Ceiling tiles in storeroom not maintained in good repair Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.
August 21, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
0570 - Repeat Wiping cloth laying on work table, improperly stored between use. Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between each use.
0820 A 2 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The individual packets of butter (75 F) on customer tables are cold holding at improper temperatures. Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the following items have accumulations of grime and debris: exterior of floor fan, bottom shelves at service counter. Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
2020 - Some kitchen utensils and customer tableware (knives, forks, and/or spoons) were not stored in their containers with the handles up. To prevent contamination of the food and lip-contact surface, provide a means of storage where handles are presented to the employee or consumers.
Comments:
Violations discussed with manager.
January 15, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
0240 - Employee observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraint. Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
2000 - Single service cups beside coffee machine not adequately protected. Discussed keeping plastic sleeve on cups & pulling down as cups are used. Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
Comments:
Violations discussed with Certified Foodservice Manager, no critical violation observed.
August 16, 2007 (Routine)
Violation: 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are in need of some cleaning between baffles. Maintain hood system vent filters in a clean condition.
Comments:
Violation discussed with Certified Food Service Manager. Establishment appears exceptionally clean and well maintained; encourage staff to continue their positive efforts.
May 11, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
0480 - Corrected During Inspection Unlabeled container stated to contain sugar and cinnamon. 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.
0960 2 - The wooden homestyle knife storage block is not durable, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, resistant to pitting. Either replace the home style knife holder with a commercial grade knife holder , or use a washable covered container to store clean knives to permit easy cleaning and prevent the migration of deleterious substances, or transference of colors, odors, or tastes to food.
2000 - Single service items (cups) observed unprotected from contamination. Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
Comments:
Violations discussed with Certified Food Service Manager. "Newsflash" and "Cut Tomatoes" documents given and discussed.
February 06, 2007 (Pre-Opening)
Comments:
Note: Ceiling tiles in kitchen & restroom were porous, but have been sealed with an oil based paint & also have a polurethane coating. Ceiling acceptable as long as it maintains ability to be cleanable & stain resistant. Overall, facility appears clean and well planned (good layout!). Permit Issued.
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