Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant, 217 Central Park Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant
Address: 217 Central Park Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 213-5555
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: Sep 30, 2009

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  • 0220 - Critical Drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained In kitchen and wait area.
  • 0840 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed food items in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition after opening.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of unknown chemical product , located at the bar, is not properly labeled.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 2000 - Bar utensils were found stored in a dirty drain rack, at the bar.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the ice machine has accumulations of grime and debris.
September 30, 2009Routine44Details / Comments
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: tea bags and various spices..
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Sliced tomatos and boiled eggs cold holding at improper temperatures
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0830 - Critical The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed food in the refrigeration unit was not properly dated for disposition after opening.
  • 0960 2 - The food contact surface of the utensil storage shelf lined with aluminum foil which is not durable, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, resistant to pitting.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: exterior of bar refrigeration unit.
  • 2000 C - Corrected During Inspection Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. (tea bags, napkin wrapped utensils)
  • 2020 A (Utensils) - Cleaned and sanitized utensils not handled, displayed, or dispensed so that the food- or lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination
June 26, 2009Routine25Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the freezer.
  • 1570 - The door gasket to the low refrigeration unit is in poor repair.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: refrigerator gaskets, ice machine, and dish storage shelving..
  • 3180 - Floors throughout the kitchen area noted in need of cleaning, specifically the floor in the mop room. (Facility states that the black substance and watery substance are part of a 3-day chemical treatment process from pest control operator.)
  • 3320 - Critical Chemical spray bottle observed without a label.
March 17, 2009Routine23Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor 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 Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 2260 - Critical Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device not available on threaded faucet as required by law.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Containers of cleaners not stored separately from insecticides or rodenticides.
November 24, 2008Routine42Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical Repeat In use 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)
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw food of animal origin holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1570 - Repeat Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener.
  • 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 C - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
August 20, 2008Routine76Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0470 - 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.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Tomatoes, cheese and other items cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1450 - Lowboy is not maintaining potentially hazardous foods 41F or below.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1780 - Critical Repeat The ice machine contains mold.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean pots and pans were observed stored uncovered.
  • 2020 - Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not protected .
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the reach in unit.
  • 3330 - Critical Repeat Working containers of cleaners are not properly labeled.
May 14, 2008Routine66Details / Comments
  • 0450 C - Repeat Utensil without handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat (RTE) allowing for a bare hand contact surface to come in contact with food item(s).
  • 0480 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0960 2 - The food contact surface of the metal banded brush is not durable, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, resistant to pitting.
  • 1730 - The food temperature measuring device was found out of calibration in the range of use.
  • 1780 - Critical Interior of ice machine moldy.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surfaces of the food service equipment have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2350 ii - Commode in toilet room in poor repair.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of toxic chemicals are not properly labeled.
  • 3340 - Critical Containers of toxic chemicals are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
February 04, 2008Routine311Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical An employees food is stored in an area where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection.
  • 0220 - Critical In use drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk in refrigerator.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor. In the walk in units.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine.
  • 1790 - The food contact equipment surface of the microwave is observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the reach in freezer
  • 3260 - Employees are not storing personal items in a designated area (stereo and cds).
October 31, 2007Routine35Details / Comments
  • 0450 C - Utensil without handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat (RTE) allowing for a bare hand contact surface to come in contact with food item(s).
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical 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.
  • 1530 - Repeat There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1580 - The cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1700 - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 2260 - Critical Repeat Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device not available on threaded faucet as required by law.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3180 - Wall behind storage shelf noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3240 - Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained
July 18, 2007Routine48Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Cut tomatoes 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.
  • 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 Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: interior of reach-in refrigerators and slicer.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surfaces of the food service equipment have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2260 - Critical Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device not available on threaded faucet as required by law.
  • 2850 - Mat in kitchen not easily cleanable.
  • 2920 - Repeat Employee toilet room door is not provided with a self-closing door
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3340 - Critical Containers of cleaners not stored separately from insecticides or rodenticides.
April 02, 2007Routine67Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical Repeat In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0470 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0550 - Ice scoop improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Repeat Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) rice and deli meats in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the low boy refrigerator.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can-opener.
  • 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2920 - Toilet room for employee's door is not provided with a self-closing door
  • 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3260 - Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
January 26, 2007Routine47Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat In use drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food preparation conducted in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0690 - Various items in the second lowboy on the cookline were stored on top of one another especially foods that were stored in bins were placed on other items.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Cheese, turkey, pepperoni and other various items in the lowboy and prep unit cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1400 - The lowboy (on the cookline) waste collection compartment is not properly sloped to eliminate pooling water.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: clean utensils that were still displayed signs of grime and debris build up that were stored in a plastic bin that was dirty..
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener.
  • 1780 - Critical Interior of the ice machine was observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2310 B - The handwash station at the bar areas are being used for purposes other than washing hands.
  • 2890 - Repeat Light bulb in the walk in refrigerator and freezer not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the VIP waitress station handsink.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the reach in freezer.
  • 3180 - Repeat The floor under the grills noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3340 - Critical Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
November 17, 2006Routine610Details / 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.
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in.
  • 3180 - Repeat Floors noted in need of cleaning.
July 06, 2006Routine32Details / 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)
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in dry storage - ingredients.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers - food ingredients.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Half and half cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1660 - The wash temperature of the low temperature chemical sanitizing ware wash machine is not meeting the manufacturer's specifications. The minimum temperature is 120°F and the actual temperature is 103 F.
  • 1700 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration - at the three compartment sink at the bar.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch:can opener blade.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the fume hood vents has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1960 - Clean dishes were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  • 2000 - Clean pans on the clean dish shelf were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the employee restroom was blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2890 - Light bulb in walk in refrigerator and walk in freezer not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3080 - Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted on the cookline.
  • 3150 - Products for credit, redemption, or return is not being stored in a separate designated area
  • 3180 - Floors under the equipment noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3260 - Employees are not using the dressing rooms, designated area or lockers provided.
March 23, 2006Routine711Details / Comments
  • 0830 - Critical Prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: outside area bulk ice machine
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
November 29, 2005Routine12Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE). Prep reach-in.
  • 0800 - Critical Chicken wings noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • 0820 - Critical Prepared sandwiches cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 2000 - Clean spoons were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
August 25, 2005Routine31Details / Comments
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3180 - Floor under grill/refrigeration equipment noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Critical Spray bottles of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 3490 - Corrected During Inspection Personal items stored in multiple areas throughout kitchen.
May 18, 2005Routine15Details / Comments
  • 0200 - Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3180 - Floor under grill/refrigeration equipment noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Critical Spray bottles of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 3490 - Corrected During Inspection Personal items stored in multiple areas throughout kitchen.
May 18, 2005Routine15Details / Comments
  • 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw steak. Item sitting in prep sink no running water.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3330 - Critical Spray bottles are not properly labeled.
February 02, 2005Routine13Details / Comments
  • 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw steak. Item sitting in prep sink no running water.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3330 - Critical Spray bottles are not properly labeled.
February 02, 2005Routine13Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 22, 2004Routine00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 22, 2004Routine00Details / Comments

September 30, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

June 26, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with Manager.

March 17, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Note: Facility does have a testing kit for sanitizer, however, the color comparative has faded, suggest a new comparative chart. Violations discussed.

November 24, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

August 20, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator.

May 14, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator. Left refrigerator in poor repair (contact called), disposed of food in the equipment. Clean and sanitize all units and equipment.

February 04, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Manager's certificate not available. Kitchen not in operation at time of inspection. Violations discussed for correction.

October 31, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator. The manager and new kitchen manager will be attending the CFM class in November. Relabel bottles where the writing is beginning to come off.

July 18, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Employee registered for August certification class. Violations discussed for correction. Monitor potentially hazardous food temperatures.

April 02, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Restaurant not in operation at time of inspection. Violations discussed for correction. All refrigeration units must hold potentially hazardous food below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Refrigerator thermostat adjusted to lower air temperature. Chemical dishmachine primed to supply adequate sanitizing rinse.

January 26, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Manager's certificate not available.

November 17, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with sales manager. Inspection was done during closed hours, was unable to obtain an updated CFM certificate because operations manager was not there.

July 06, 2006 (Routine)


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

March 23, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Permit issued. All violations corrected or discussed for correction during the inspection.

November 29, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Critical violation discussed and corrected/Other violations discussed for corrective action.

August 25, 2005 (Routine)


Violations:

May 18, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Critical violations discussed for immediate correction/Other violations discussed for corrective action/No certified food manger available.

May 18, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Critical violations discussed for immediate correction/Other violations discussed for corrective action/No certified food manger available.

February 02, 2005 (Routine)


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

February 02, 2005 (Routine)


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

December 22, 2004 (Routine)

Comments:
Opening inspection conducted/All refrigeration units are working and holding proper cold holding temperatures/Hot water available throughout the facility/Final cleaning being performed/all food contact surfaces must be washed/rinsed/and sanitized prior to use. Permit (Health Dept) to operate issued/Establishment can open to the public as long as all required permits have been obtained/Follow up inspection to be conducted in approximately one month then every three months thereafter.

December 22, 2004 (Routine)

Comments:
Opening inspection conducted/All refrigeration units are working and holding proper cold holding temperatures/Hot water available throughout the facility/Final cleaning being performed/all food contact surfaces must be washed/rinsed/and sanitized prior to use. Permit (Health Dept) to operate issued/Establishment can open to the public as long as all required permits have been obtained/Follow up inspection to be conducted in approximately one month then every three months thereafter.

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