Kawata Japanese Restaurant, 3250 Old Pickett Rd, Fairfax, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Kawata Japanese Restaurant
Address: 3250 Old Pickett Rd, Fairfax, Virginia
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: Sep 15, 2009

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Inspection Date

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Critical violations

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Details / Comments

  • 3-306.14(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) was held for service or re-served to another patron for consumption after being returned by a consumer. oriental radish/cooked beans dish
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: cooked eel=51-F, cooked shrimp=43-F, Tilapia = 43-F.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor in the walk-in cooler.
  • 4-202.16 - soda crate(s) found used for the following purpose(s): stool/rack for elevating supplies off the floor.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored on the premises.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the floor behind the ice machine is in need of cleaning.
  • 6-501.113(A) - Corrected During Inspection Maintenance tools are not being stored in a way that prevents the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service items.
  • 6-303.11(B) - Observed that inadequate lighting was provided in the warewashing areas, equipment and storage areas.
September 15, 2009Routine36Details / Comments
  • 4-703.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Due to improper operation of the low temperature chemical sanitizing mechanical warewashing machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not sanitized after cleaning. (See 4-501.114)
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name. Unmarked spray bottle consisting of cleaning chemical solution was not labeled
April 13, 2009Critical Procedures20Details / Comments
  • 3-501.15(A)(1)-(7) - Corrected During Inspection The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: raw fish (43 degrees F).
September 18, 2008Follow-up11Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: raw fish stored above ready to eat ice cream in freezer.
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: various types of raw fish in sushi displays measuring between 46 and 51 degrees F.
  • 3-501.17(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following ready-to-eat , commercially processed food in the refrigeration unit was not properly dated for disposition after opening: raw fish in 2-door prep unit and walk-in.
  • 3-501.19(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Sushi rice for which time rather than temperature is being used as a control was not labeled or otherwise marked with a 4 hour cook, serve or discard by time.
  • 4-501.114(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. Observed container of water for wiping cloths with no bleach solution.
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Observed that poisonous and toxic materials are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Observed soda can stored next to cleaners.
  • 7-202.12(A)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The concentration of the bleach solution was measured in excess of 200 ppm.
September 03, 2008Critical Procedures61Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to describe the primary symptoms of illnesses/diseases that are transmissible through food.
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to explain how the PIC, food employees, and conditional employees comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed a food employee wash hands for less than 20 seconds and fail to use a papertowel to turn off the faucet.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: raw sushi fish stored over vegetables at the sushi reach-in.
  • 4-501.114(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. Observed a sanitizer bucket at the sushi station with 0ppm bleach.
March 18, 2008Critical Procedures40Details / Comments
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed an employee wash hands without using soap.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the refrigeration unit. Observed raw sushi fish stored over vegetables in the sushi reach-in.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the sushi station cutting boards.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor in the walk-in.
  • 3-501.19(B)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following food items for which time rather than temperature is being used as a control was not labeled with a date, time taken out of temperature control or expiration time: sushi rice.
  • 4-101.19 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth: styrofoam cooler that was used from a vendor to transport food to the establishment.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Milk and soda crates found used for the following purpose: elevation in the kitchen and sushi station.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: interior and exterior of the Beverage Air 2 door reach-in prep refrigerator in the kitchen
  • 46-33(3) - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: Sharp microwave
  • 6-501.111(D) - Repeat Harborage conditions exist due to an excessive amount of extra equipment and unnecessary items throughout the back storage area and kitchen shelving.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the following is in need of cleaning.1. Floor in kitchen, especially under equipment2. Floor drains
  • 6-501.16 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that mops are improperly stored between use.
  • 7-202.12(A)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed the following improper uses of toxins/chemicals:1. The concentration of the chlorine solution was measured in excess of 100 ppm in the dishmachine.2. Observed an excessive amount of insect powder on the floor in the sushi station and throughout the kitchen floor wall junctures.
October 16, 2007Routine49Details / Comments
  • 3-402.11(A) - Critical The following fish offered for service or sale in the ready-to-eat form was not frozen to ensure parasite destruction: flounder appears on menu.
  • 3-501.19(B)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following food item for which time rather than temperature is being used as a control was not cooked, served or discarded by the expiration time as indicated: sushi rice was not labeled with any times.
  • 3-603.11(B) - Critical The following raw and/or undercooked foods are provided on the menu, menu board, table tent or brochure without proper disclosure: sushi and sashimi items in the main menu.
  • 4-702.11 - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: items washed through the dishmachine due to improper function of the dishmachine.
  • 4-703.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Due to improper operation of the low temperature chemical sanitizing mechanical warewashing machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not sanitized after cleaning. Observed dishmachine with 0ppm sanitizer.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed that poisonous and toxic materials are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Observed a spray container of a cleaning agent stored on shelving with and over food items.
  • 7-202.12(A)(1)-(4) - Critical 1. Observed powder pesticides not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions. Observed large quantiites of powdered roach pesticide especially at a drain near the walk-in and under the sink area at the sushi bar.
  • 7-202.12(A)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical 2. The concentration of the bleach solution in the sanitizer container at the sushi station was measured in excess of 100 ppm.
June 11, 2007Critical Procedures70Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Observed bowls being used as scoops in ice and uncooked rice.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Observed raw shell eggs stored over RTE rice.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Observed raw chicken stored over raw seafood in the walk-in.
  • 3-302.12 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers - sugar.
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use. Observed a rice scoop stored in stagnant, 71F water.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter in between use.
  • 3-305.11(A)(2) - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination in the following places: 1. walk-in - due to dusty fan covers2. ice by kitchen handsink - due to papertowel dispenser located directly over ice bin
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor in the walk-in.
  • 3-501.19(B)(1)-(4) - Critical Sushi rice for which time rather than temperature is being used as a control was not cooked, served or discarded by the expiration time as indicated
  • 4-101.11(B) - Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not durable - wooden sushi rice bowl and spoon
  • 4-101.19 - The nonfood contact surface of the following is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1. styrofoam containers reused to hold cold foods on prep tables2. newspaper lining cutting boards
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Milk and soda crates found used for the following: elevation throughout establishment
  • 4-502.13(A) - Manufacturer containers (tofu buckets) were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1. all gaskets2. rolling rack with misc. items3. chemical shelf
  • 4-702.11 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: dishes in the improperly functioning dish machine.
  • 4-703.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Due to improper operation of the low temperature chemical sanitizing mechanical warewashing machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not sanitized after cleaning.
  • 4-903.11(A) - Equipment and cookware were found stored on the floor in the back storage room.
  • 5-202.12(A) - Corrected During Inspection Water from the handwashing sink in the kitchen was measured at a temperature less than 100F due to the hot water turned off at the sink.
  • 5-205.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located at the kitchen is blocked with a water pitcher stored in the basin, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 5-205.15(B) - The toilet in the employee restroom is currently repaired with a shoelace to flush.
  • 5-501.13(A) - A cardboard box used as a trashcan was observed in the employee restroom.
  • 5-501.17 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the employee restroom.
  • 6-301.11 - Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-301.14 - Observed that sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees - employee restroom.
  • 6-501.111(D) - Harborage conditions exist due to extra items and clutter throughout the establishment.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the following is in need of cleaning:1. floors2. floor drains
  • 6-501.19 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that toilet room doors are being kept open - employee restroom.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name. Observed a spray bottle of a toxin mislabeled.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed that poisonous and toxic materials are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Spray bottle of a toxin stored on top shelf above dishware.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Observed homeuse pesticides in the facility.
  • 7-207.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees' medicines are not properly located to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
November 08, 2006Routine922Details / Comments
  • 3-302.12 - Corrected During Inspection Unlabeled food containers (e.g. salt, sugar).
  • 3-304.12 - Repeat Scoops improperly stored with handles down between use (e.g. sugar, salt, flour).
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor (e.g. bags of flour and foods within the 3-Dr Kolpak Refrig).
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Milk crate(s) found used for the following: Elevation (e.g. Sushi Bar)
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gasket of the 1-Dr Bev Air Prep Unit at the sushi bar is damaged.
  • 4-502.11B - The food temperature measuring device was found out of calibration in the range of use.
  • 4-601.11C - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: Door gaskets of the 2-Dr Prep Unit in the kitchen.
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:- Mini Oven- Rice Cooker
  • 5-205.11B - Corrected During Inspection Repeat The handwash stations in the kitchen are being used for purposes other than washing hands (e.g. storing food products and dishware).
  • 6-501.16 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
May 17, 2006Routine010Details / Comments
  • 2-301.12A - Critical Improper handwashing procedures observed.
  • 2-301.15 - Repeat A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a 2-vat sink.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food (e.g. fish, chicken, eggs) stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the 2-Door True freezing unit and the 3-Door Kolpak refrigeration unit.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food (e.g. raw chicken) stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor (e.g. 3-Door Kolpak).
  • 3-501.13 - Corrected During Inspection Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature in the kitchen.
  • 4-101.111 - Repeat The paper towel and newspaper lining food contact surfaces in the Bev Air 2-Door prep unit (kitchen) are not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Milk crate(s) found used for the following: Elevation
  • 4-501.114A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gasket of the 2-Door Bev Air Prep Unit is damaged at the sushi bar.
  • 4-601.11C - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: - Bev Air 2-Door prep units throughout the establishment.
  • 4-703.11C - Corrected During Inspection Critical When tested, no sanitizer or a low concentration of chemical sanitizer was found in the wiping cloth bucket.
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:- Mr. Coffee Maker- Oven Toaster @ Sushi Bar-Rice Cooker (kitchen)
  • 5-205.11A - Repeat The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-301.12A - Corrected During Inspection Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink near the dishwasher.
  • 6-303.11B - Inadequate lighting was noted in the 3-Door Kolpak refrigeration unit.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat 3-Vat Sink (near dishwasher) is not maintained in good repair. Sink sprays from faucet base.
  • 6-501.16 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
December 19, 2005Routine--Details / Comments
  • 2-301.15 - A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a food preparation sink.
  • 3-301.11A - Critical Food employee failed to wash his or her hands properly.
  • 3-301.11B - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. Also bowls shall not be used as scoops for foods.
  • 3-304.12 - Repeat Ice scoop improperly stored between use.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 3-501.16B - Critical Repeat Eggs (64F) cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3-603.11 - Critical Repeat A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that the following food item may be served raw and/or undercooked:
  • 4-101.111 - The nonfood contact surface of the follwing are not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:* Aluminum foil under grill* Cardboard pieces under microwave* Paper towels lining food containers
  • 4-202.16 - Milk crate(s) found used for the following: Elevation
  • 4-501.114A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration (10ppm).
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: Gaskets of Bev-air prep unit (cookline).
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: Toaster Oven at Sushi Bar
  • 5-205.11A - The handwashing facility located near the dish washer is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 5-205.11B - The handwash station along the cookline is being used for purposes other than washing hands.
  • 6-202.11A - Lights bulb(s) at the kitchen entrance are not covered by a protective shielding.
  • 6-301.11 - Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory near the cookline.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees.
  • 6-501.11 - Employee restroom toilet and the 3-Vat sink (near dishwasher) are not maintained in good repair. Toilet is not fully functional. 3-Vat sink has a spraying leak at the base of the spout.
  • 6-501.114B - Repeat Premises has accumulation of empty paper bags (lawn care) and newspaper at the back door.
  • 6-501.16 - Repeat Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
June 15, 2005Routine516Details / Comments
  • 3-501.16B - Critical Foods in Traulsen drawer unit and Bev Air unit at left of stove were kept above 41 F.
  • 3-305.11A1 - Sodas stored next to warewashing machine.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers for tofu were observed reused for the storage of pickled ginger.
  • 6-501.114B - Premises has accumulation of cardboard boxes at back door.
  • 4-301.11 - Traulsen 8 door Refrigerator and Bev Air Ref at right of stove are not performing according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • 6-501.12A - Floors need cleaning especially around dishwasher and water heater where there is accumulation.
  • 3-402.12A - No parasite destruction records maintained for raw, raw marinated, partially cooked or marinated-partially cooked fish that are served or sold in ready-to-eat form.
  • 7-201.11B - Critical Containers of bleach were not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 6-303.11C - Inadequate lighting was noted in the kitchen due to a pair of flourescent bulbs that were not operating.
  • 4-501.11B - The door gasket of the Bev Air Ref was dirty.
  • 3-603.11 - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that the following food item may be served raw and/or undercooked: Sushi.
  • 3-304.12 - Dispensing utensils for rice was improperly stored between use.
  • 3-302.11A4 - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered vegetable seen in the kitchen.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Soy sauce, vinegar and soda were on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-201.11 - The toaster at the sushi bar is not designed and constructed to be durable.
  • 3-305.11A2 - Canned drinks were stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination.
  • 6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
  • 4-501.114A - Critical Repeat Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration [10 ppm].
  • 3-305.12I - Ice machine adjacent to plant soil and tools.
  • 4-501.11A - There are several pieces of equipment that are not being used. .
December 27, 2004Routine516Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 18, 2003Other00Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A2 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Raw shelled eggs and chicken stored over beef and raw vegetables in 3-door refrigerator.
  • 5-205.11B - Observed the handwash station in the kitchen adjacent to cook line is being used as a dump station.
  • 5-501.16C - There is no refuse container at the area immediately adjacent to the sushi bar and cook line hand sink.
  • 6-301.12A - Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at sushi bar and at employee bathroom .
  • 6-202.14 - Repeat Employee toilet room door in kitchen is not provided with a self-closing door.
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1. Freezer in the sushi bar2.Small rice cooker in kitchen
  • 4-501.114A - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. It was only soapy water not the required min 50ppm clean water
  • 3-302.11A4 - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered pitcher full of bread crumbs in the back storage area .
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. The following:1. Mixer in back storage area2. Rice cooker 3. Dish cleaning and storage unit
  • 3-304.14B2 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Observed wet cloths on top of counters and not in solution.
December 05, 2003Routine37Details / Comments

September 15, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This was a routine inspection. Food contact surfaces were noted to be very clean. No visible evidence of pest presence was observed during this visit. Hot water temperature was adequate at all sinks.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud ES 120 27F; 27kw
*Dish Machine: Diversey; AFC-3D; 50ppm
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: monthly
*Hood System: 2x/year
pest Control Services: as needed

April 13, 2009 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This was a Critical Procedures inspection.. The inspection focused on foodborne illness risk factors and public health interventions. Food contact surfaces were very clean. No bare hand contact with ready-o eat food was noted an no mishandling of food was observed. here was no visible evidence of pest presence at he time of this visit.
Note:
Pest control services : once year or s needed
Hood system: : every 6 months; last service date=10/08
Hood filters: Every two weeks
Provide recent parasite destruction letter from sushi fish suppliers.. Fax the letter to my attention, to our office (see sample provided)

September 18, 2008 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a follow up inspection.
The establishment has taken measures to reduce the temperature in the sushi display case. They have begun to store less fish in the case allowing for more air flow. Continue to monitor temperatures to ensure fish is at 41 degrees F.
Thank you. Please call me any time. See provided business card.

September 03, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a foodborne illness investigation.
At this time, the complaint cannot be confirmed.
However, there are items that need to be addressed (see violations above).. Most importantly, fish in the sushi display case shall be held at 41 degrees F or below at all times. Management has taken steps to rectify this specific violation.
I will conduct a follow-up within 14 days to verify that the raw sushi is measuring at 41 degrees F or below.
Thank you for your time.

March 18, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to perform a critical procedures inspection.
1) Fax the 2008 parasite destruction letters from your sushi vendors to my attention within 10 days. Ensure that letters specifiy the species of fish that are frozen and provided to you.
2) Information, including raw meat storage, handwashing and employee health, was provided to the person-in-charge in Korean.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud ES 120 27F; 27kw
*Dish Machine: Diversey; AFC-3D; 50ppm
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: monthly
*Hood System: 2x/year; last service 12/23
*Pest Control Services: as needed; no activity noted

October 16, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to perform a routine inspection.
1. Fax your 2007 Parasite Destruction letters from your sushi vendors to my attention within 10 days.
2. Focus on CRITICAL and REPEAT violations to avoid future enforcement actions.
**Time reflects inspection time only**
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud ES 120 27F; 27kw
*Dish Machine: Diversey; AFC-3D; 50ppm at the end
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: biweekly
*Hood System: 2x/year; last service 6/23
*Pest Control Services: as needed; no activity noted

June 11, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to perform a critical procedures inspection.
1. Fax the 2007 parasite destruction letter from your sushi vendor to my attention within 10 days. This letter must specifically list all fish used for sushi/sashimi obtained from this vendor.
2. Focus on CRITICAL and REPEAT violations to avoid future enforcement actions.
3. If pest activity is noted, contract a professional pest control company for services.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud ES 120 27G; 27kw
*Dish Machine: AFC-3D; 50ppm
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: monthly
*Hood System: 2x/year
*Pest Control Services: no professional services obtained; no activity noted today

November 08, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to perform a routine inspection.
**Fax the HACCP letters from your sushi vendors to my attention.
**More shelving is needed in the back storage room in order to elevate equpment. Ensure that shelving is easily cleanable, nonabsorbent and that the bottom shelf is at least 6 inches off of the ground.
**Focus on CRITICAL and REPEAT violations to avoid future enforcement actions. Some violations may require TRAINING and MONITORING of employees to ensure that they remain corrected.
HANDWASHING REMINDER
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water. Always wear gloves or use other suitable utensils such as tongs or deli tissue, when handling ready-to-eat food. Minimize bare hand contact with non-ready-to-eat food as well.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud
*Dish Machine: Am Dish, AFC-3D
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: monthly
*Hood System: 2x/year
*Pest Control Services: 2x/year - no activity noted today

May 17, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Review the Big 5 Food-borne Illnesses (Salmonella, E.Coli, Shigella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus) and the symptoms associated with these illnesses (diarrhea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps and/or jaundice). Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands and warms for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water.
Always wear gloves or use other suitable utensils such as, tongs or deli tissue, when handling ready-to-eat food. Minimize bare hand contact with non-ready-to-eat food as well.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
If you have any questions or would like additional information on the routine inspection please call me (703) 246-8449.
Hot Water Heater: Rheem Ruud ES 120-27-G
Dishwasher: Diversey AFC-3D
Hood System: Every 6 Months, Hood Filters: Every 6 Months
Grease Trap: NA
Pest Control: Monthly, no documentation
Consumer Advisory: Displayed in Menu

December 19, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Review the Big 5 Food-borne Illnesses (Salmonella, E.Coli, Shigella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus) and the symptoms associated with these illnesses (diarrhea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps and/or jaundice). Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion.
FOOD STORAGE:
Food shall be stored in the refrigeration and freezer units according to cook temperature to prevent contamination. Raw food products requiring higher cook temperatures shall be stored below raw food products requiring lower cook temperatures.
BOTTOM SHELF – 165F Raw Poultry
MIDDLE SHELF – 155F Raw Ground Beef, Sausage, & Other Comminuted Meats
TOP SHELF – 145F Whole Intact Steaks, Pork, Seafood, Raw Shell Eggs
It is recommended that raw animal products be stored completely separate from raw vegetables, cooked animal products and other non-animal products, such as noodles & rice. If these foods are not stored on a separate shelf from the above listed raw animal products they must be stored above all raw animal products.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands and warms for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water.
Always wear gloves or use other suitable utensils such as, tongs or deli tissue, when handling ready-to-eat food. Minimize bare hand contact with non-ready-to-eat food as well.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
If you have any questions or would like additional information on the routine inspection please call me (703) 246-8449.
Hot Water Heater: Rheem Ruud ES 120-27-G
Dishwasher: Ecolab
Hood System: Every 6 Months, Hood Filters: Every 2 Days
Grease Trap: NA
Pest Control: Monthly, no documentation
Consumer Advisory: Displayed in Menu

June 15, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Review the Big 5 Food-borne Illnesses (Salmonella, E.Coli, Shigella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus) and the symptoms associated with these illnesses (diarrhea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps and/or jaundice). Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands and warms for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water.
Always wear gloves or use other suitable utensils such as, tongs or deli tissue, when handling ready-to-eat food. Minimize bare hand contact with non-ready-to-eat food as well.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
If you have any questions or would like additional more information on the routine inspection please call me (703) 246-8449.
Hot Water Heater: Current
Dishwasher: Chlorine
Hood System: Every 6 Months, Hood Filters: Monthly
Grease Trap: Bi-monthly, in-house, no documentation
Pest Control: Monthly, no documentation
Consumer Advisory: Shall be added to all menus

December 27, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection of the facility. Please review the following comments:
1. Critical violations should be corrected as soon as possible, preferably within three days.
2. All non-critical violations that are yet to be corrected must be addressed within 45 days.
3. The routine inspection shall be conducted within the next six months. Thank you.

December 18, 2003 (Other)

Comments:
Today's inspection was done in order to determine wether the water heater was capable of supplying the hot water demand of this facility(5-103.11B). The manager stated that she recently upgraded her water heater after being cited for the above violation on an august 28, 2002 inspection:
The current water heater is a -------/----- commercial heater (ANSI and NSF approved)
Model number :ES 120-27-g
27KW
The facility has a chemical sanitizing warewashin unit:
-----------, model AFC.3D; 15amp
2.5 gallon per cycle
This machine has a hot water demand of 81.4gph, which adds to a total facility peak demand of 141.1gph is wit(60+81.4gph)
At an 80F degree rise in water temperature the water heater is capable of producing 135 gph. This amount is within the 10% allowed deficiency. Therefore the water heater meets the peak demand for this establishment.

December 05, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Please observe the following:
The facility needs to better organize the storage area. There's alot of unused equipment that the manager claims are used during busy times. There are alot of empty boxes and clutter in the inoperable walk in unit that is now use for storage. Any area used for storage of cooking, serving utensils and food ingredients need to be accessible for routine cleanings. If routine cleaning is not maintained your are creating a perfect environment for pest. You need to remove the clutter to allow access for cleaning. Note the time limits for correcting violations at the end of this document.

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