Laverne's Seafood Restaurant, 708 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Laverne's Seafood Restaurant
Address: 708 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Phone: (757) 428-6836
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: Jul 7, 2009

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  • 0200 - Corrected During Inspection Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Personal food located in an area other than designated break area while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces.
  • 0470 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the reach in
  • 0470 - Critical Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0550 - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0690 - Corrected During Inspection Double stacking observed
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw seafood.
  • 0830 - 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.
  • 1570 - Repeat Handsink (falling off of the wall) was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1580 - The cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the door gaskets has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2260 - Critical 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 reach in
  • 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3270 - Methods are not being used to control pests
July 07, 2009Routine412Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Crab dip (50 F) cold holding at improper temperatures, refrigerator drawer observed open.
  • 1570 - Wait staff shelves at drink station are in need of painting.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface (handles) of the beer keg's refrigerator is sticky, has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Clean plastic buckets were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying.
  • 3170 - Floor below bar's three compartment sink is not maintained in good repair.
  • 3380 - Critical Chlorine sanitizer at wait staff station is too strong, does not meet the requirements of 21 CFR 178.1010
August 12, 2008Routine24Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Ice dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters have a gap in between two filters.
  • 1730 - A fryer basket was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing the equipment to be used as designed.
  • 1800 - The top of the dishmachine has accumulations of grime and debris. Coffee spills observed on coffee cup storage shelf.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Clean ice buckets were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 3080 - Repeat One of the lights in the middle area of the hood system is not working.
  • 3200 - Some of the vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
March 26, 2008Routine07Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Uncovered pasta in a refrigerator.
  • 0810 - Food containers for cooling food are arranged so as not allow for maximum heat transfer.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Crab dip and sliced tomatoes cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1320 - The temperature measuring device located in one of the 3 door refrigerators is not working properly.
  • 1570 - Plastic wrap being used as drain plugs at bar three compartment sink. Shelves in waitstaff area are in need of repainting.
  • 1580 - The cutting boardalong the sandwich prep unit is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1800 - Walk-in door gaskets have accumulations of grime and debris. Top of dishmachine is not clean.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Single service cups were found stored on floor.
  • 3080 - Two lights not working under hood system.
  • 3180 - Corrected During Inspection Wall behind ice bins in bar are noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3340 - Critical Chemical stored on top of dishwashing machine are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
October 04, 2007Routine38Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Cheese (48F) & steak (49F) cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1450 - A recently restock prep refrigerator ( ranging between 44 -50 F) is not maintaining potentially hazardous foods 41F or below.
June 29, 2007Routine11Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 1570 - Walk-in freezer has heavy ice build up.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: interior of dessert refrigerator.
  • 2010 - Clean knife were found stored between counters.
  • 2350 ii - Clean water line to three compartment sink is leaking.
  • 2890 - Light bulb walk-in unit not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3170 - Ceiling is not maintained in good repair.
  • 3180 - Ceiling vents noted in need of cleaning.
February 22, 2007Routine17Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in some refrigerators.
  • 1570 - Refrigerator racks in some units are rusty, was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: attachment area of mixer that is located above the mixer bowl.
  • 1800 - The following nonfood contact surface of has accumulations of grime and debris: the dry storage rack in kitchen, top of stove.
  • 3080 - Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted in the hood system (two lights not functioning).
October 25, 2006Routine23Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Raw beef stored over veggie.
  • 0540 - Critical Food in contact with soda tube at the bar area.
  • 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The ready-to-eat commercially processed cheese in the freezer was not properly dated for disposition after opening.
  • 1450 - Repeat Cooling drawer is not holding PHF at proper temperature.
  • 1730 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat The thermometer in the cooler drawer is not in good repair and/ or not accurate in the range of use.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the equipment has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 2310 B - Corrected During Inspection The handwash station at the kitchen is being used as a dump station.
  • 3180 - Repeat Floor in the walk-in unit noted in need of cleaning.
June 13, 2006Routine46Details / Comments
1450 - Repeat Some refrigeration units were not holding at proper temperature.April 20, 2006Routine01Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Raw steak stored over dressing in the reach-in unit. Raw fish stored over ready-to-eat food in the walk-in unit.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food in the low-boy unit.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Tuna, crab dip and other potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1060 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the linen under glassware is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1450 - Low-boy unit, and a wine box were not capable of maintaining food temperature of 41F or below. walk- in freezer was not capable of maintaining food at frozen state.
  • 1570 - Repeat Doors to the wine box and other units in the bar area were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the cooling drawers, the wine box were observed damaged.
  • 1570 - Repeat Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1700 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. When first tested, there was no sanitizer in the dishmachine.
  • 1730 - Corrected During Inspection Strainer was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the shelves in the reach-in units and shelves in the glass cooler has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 3170 - Floor in the kitchen area, bar area and ceiling in parts of the kitchen area is not maintained in good repair
  • 3180 - Wall behind equipment at the kitchen area and corners of bar area noted in need of cleaning.
March 13, 2006Routine38Details / Comments
  • 0200 - Corrected During Inspection Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1060 - Corrected During Inspection The nonfood contact surface of the linen under bottles at the grill area is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1570 - Doors at the bar beer chest were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: soda gun holster.
  • 2890 - Corrected During Inspection Light bulb in reach-in refrigerator not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3240 - Corrected During Inspection Handwashing facility at the bare area is not maintained
  • 3380 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizer being applied to food contact surfaces does not meet the requirements of 21 CFR 178.1010. It read over 200 ppm when tested.
December 28, 2005Routine45Details / 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. Employees not properly washing hands before beginning food prep.
  • 0430 - The oysters are not stored in their original container.
  • 0440 - Critical Inadequate record keeping system of oyster tags.
  • 0440 - Critical Tags missing from the oyster containers.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0550 - Repeat Ice scoop improperly stored between use.
  • 0560 - Linens in contact with food.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Grilled onions and crab soup hot holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the cloth beneath cutting board is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the 3-door refrigerator.
  • 1570 - Rusty shelves in refrigerator,kitchen, and freezer units observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1700 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 1730 - The thermometers in refrigeration units are not in good repair and/ or not accurate in the range of use.
  • 1750 - Repeat 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: interior of ice machine,bar drink holsters, and can-opener.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surfaces of the shelving,drawers,and reach-in gaskets have accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1900 - 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. (See 12 VAC 5-421-1700)
  • 2260 - Critical Repeat Observed the pre-wash spray hose extend below the flood rim level of the sink basin at the 3-vat sink.
  • 2260 - Critical Repeat Observed a hose attached to a faucet fixture. Sprayer hose did not have proper back-flow prevention device.
  • 2350 ii - Floor drain in dishwasher area missing cover.
  • 2890 - Light bulbs in reach-in units and wait station not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3020 - Corrected During Inspection Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatories in the kitchen.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3080 - Corrected During Inspection Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the dishwashing area.
  • 3170 - Floor in kitchen and bar not maintained in good repair
  • 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of toxic sanitizer are not properly labeled.
  • 3340 - Critical Containers of toxic chemical are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
October 04, 2005Routine1116Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use. Handle in food.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Potentially hazardous food cold holding at improper temperatures in the cold holding drawers.
  • 1730 - Corrected During Inspection Walk-in refrigeration unit doors were observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1730 - Corrected During Inspection The thermometer on the hot holding unit is not in good repair and/ or not accurate in the range of use.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of lemon.
  • 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener, fryer basket and meat slicer.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the exterior of the equipments has accumulations of grime and debris. Vent filters to be cleaned.
  • 1900 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Dishmachine was not injecting any chlorine sanitizer when tested.
  • 1900 - Corrected During Inspection Critical When tested, no sanitizer or a low concentration of chemical sanitizer was found in the wiping cloth bucket storing wiping cloths used on food contact surfaces.
  • 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. Single service straws not protected.
  • 2260 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device not available on threaded faucet as required by law when a sprayer hose attached to the waterline.
  • 3180 - Repeat Wall, floor behind equipments and ceiling in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3220 - Corrected During Inspection Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 3660 - Corrected During Inspection Permit is not posted in a place where it is readily observable by the public.
July 14, 2005Routine58Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  • 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) tuna 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.
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the reach-in cooler is damaged.
  • 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 refrigerator.
March 04, 2005Routine15Details / Comments
  • 2260 - Critical Proper backflow or backsiphonage prevention device for water under pressure not available on threaded faucet as required by law. Hose under pressure at 3-compartment sink.
  • 1570 - Repeat Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1570 - Repeat Refrigerator shelving was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 0550 - Ice scoop improperly stored between use.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Crab dip cold holding at improper temperatures. Corrected.
  • 2190 - The handwashing sinks in kitchen are equipped with separate cold and hot water faucets rather than a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • 0440 - Critical Tags missing from the shellfish containers.
  • 1260 - Repeat A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin at the bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
  • 0760 - Critical The chili and soup was not reheated to 165F within 2 hours to eliminate pathogenic bacteria. Corrected.
  • 0810 - The methods used for cooling prime rib were not adequate.
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the low boy refrigerator.
  • 0450 C - Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Bowls stored in flour containers.
  • 3330 - Critical Working containers of window cleaner are not properly labeled.
  • 3180 - Floor mats at cookline noted in need of cleaning.
October 29, 2004Routine58Details / Comments
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the vent filters has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  • 1570 - Repeat Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  • 1900 - 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. (See 12 VAC 5-421-1700)
  • 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. CORRECTED
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw shrimp. CORRECTED
  • 1770 B - Repeat Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: nozzle holders at the bar. CORRECTED
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: meets , scallops, and salads.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Fresh onions and mushrooms in oil hot holding at improper temperatures.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Scallops cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1750 - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
August 18, 2004Routine39Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Cheese, chicken, and crab dip cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3260 - Repeat Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the dish machine has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1900 - 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 12 VAC 5-421-1700) CORRECTED
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1390 - The drain boards are leaking at the dish machine.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean pans were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying.
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 3290 - Scrub brush noted to be stored in such a way that it is contaminating food. CORRECTED
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the refrigerator cabinets.
  • 1570 - Repeat Several reach-in refrigerator shelving was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 3180 - Repeat The shelving behind the dish machine is moldy and noted in need of cleaning.
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the cook line is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: drink nozzel holders, vent filters, and the interior of the Victory reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: vent screens.
  • 1260 - Repeat A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin at the bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
May 07, 2004Routine316Details / Comments
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0610 - Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Cheese, chicken, and crab dip cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1260 - Repeat A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin at the bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the refrigerator cabinets.
  • 1390 - The drain boards are leaking at the dish machine.
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1570 - Repeat Several reach-in refrigerator shelving was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: drink nozzel holders, vent filters, and the interior of the Victory reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: vent screens.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the dish machine has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1900 - 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 12 VAC 5-421-1700) CORRECTED
  • 2000 - Repeat Clean pans were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the cook line is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 3180 - Repeat The shelving behind the dish machine is moldy and noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3260 - Repeat Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 3290 - Scrub brush noted to be stored in such a way that it is contaminating food. CORRECTED
May 07, 2004Routine316Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Onions/oil hot holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1800 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the vent screens had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: can opener blade.
  • 3170 - Repeat The ceiling over the dish machine is not maintained in good repair
  • 1580 - The cutting board(s) along the cookline are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
December 16, 2003Routine15Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Repeat Chicken dipping batter cold holding at improper temperature.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the gaskets and the vent filters had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 3080 - Repeat Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 1260 - A cold plate cooling device with beverage tubing was installed in an ice bin at the bar. There was direct contact this equipment and stored ice intended for consumption.
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food in the bar area.
  • 0220 - Critical Repeat Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between.
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 2000 - Repeat Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 2000 - Clean pans were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying.
  • 2000 - Clean utensils were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 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 the kitchen over the flour bin is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 1570 - The door gaskets, rusty shelving in the walk in refrigerator, and missing end caps on the ice cream scoops were observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1470 - The drainboards/utensil racks/storage tables located are not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items. Soiled pans were stored on the floor.
  • 1770 - Repeat Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: kitchen shelving and mold growth behind the ice bin.
  • 3170 - The hood vent above the dish machine is rusted and not maintained in good repair
  • 3340 - Critical Repeat Containers of toxic cleaner are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Corrected.
  • 3180 - Repeat The vent screens in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 3260 - Repeat Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen. Corrected.
  • 2650 - There is no refuse container at the area immediately adjacent to the hand sink.
  • 2650 - The quantity of refuse has exceeded the storage capacity of the interior storage.
August 11, 2003Routine415Details / Comments
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the the walk-in refrigerator
  • 1100 - The shelving in the Victory reach-in refrigerator and in the reach-in unit at the cookline is not smooth, contains cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned.
  • 2890 - Light bulb at the cookline not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 3340 - Critical A Container of sanitizing rinse is not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 1530 - There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 0550 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between.
  • 0550 - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 3260 - Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 0820 - Critical Foods cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1730 - The gaskets on the reach-in refrigerator and the shelving in the refrigerators was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 0220 - Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: the can opener blades and the interior of the cook line refrikgerator.
  • 3180 - The floor and the ceiling tile in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw seafood.
  • 0470 - Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0470 - Repeat The raw animal food on display is stored in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  • 0470 - Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food in the kitchen and the reach in and walk in refrigerators.
  • 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
April 22, 2003Routine513Details / Comments

July 07, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed violations with the operator. Flooring where the walk in units are located need repairing. Thermometers needed in various units, ensure the thermometers are kept at the front of the unit. Employee handwashing signs needed in the restrooms.

August 12, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with managers.

March 26, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with Certified Food Service Managers(CFMs). Overall kitchen is in good, sanitary condition; good demonstration of knowledge by CFMs. Current (and previous 90 day) shellfish tags are available and appear to be maintained as required.

October 04, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with Certified Foodservice Managers.

June 29, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with managers. Overall, establishment appears clean and in good condition. Refrigerator at cookline was stated to be recently restocked & may have been left open too long; manager has agreed not to used this unit until it can maintain foods at 41 F.

February 22, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed with manager.

October 25, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed and/or corrected. Managers demonstrated good foodservice knowledge & have posted food storage/cooking temperature signs for staff to observe.

June 13, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction.

April 20, 2006 (Routine)


Violation: 1450 - Repeat Some refrigeration units were not holding at proper temperature.
Closely monitor refrigeration units temperature. Overstocked equipment does not allow for proper air circulation and/or heat transfer. Improper food storage temperatures are a major contributing factor to foodborne illness.
Comments:
This is a follow-up inspection on violations noted on the previous inspection. Closely monitor equipment and food temperature especially during and after busy hours.

March 13, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Closely monitor equipment and food temperature to ensure food safety. Doors to the wine box and other refrigeration units used to store potentially hazardous food shall be repaired to maintain required food and equipment temperature. Food stored in freezer shall maintain in frozen state. PHF stored at improper temperature over 4 hours shall be discarded immediately. Check dishmachine sanitizing level before first use each day. Good date marking system observed. Continue to work on violations noted.

December 28, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Milk used for continental breakfast reused for lunch must be closely monitor for potential temperature abuse when kept in ice. Employees were observed using gloves and utensils to handle food. Good hygiene practice observed. Good cold holding temperature on food and equipment. Continue to work on violations noted and keep up the good work.

October 04, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Walk-in refrigerator and chemical dishmachine repaired during inspection.

July 14, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Critical violations were corrected immediately during inspection. Continue monitoring the cold holding units temperature and food stored in the refrigeration units. Operator, certified food manager were knowledgeable and helpful during inspection.

March 04, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed and or corrected during inspection.

October 29, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Violations discussed for correction. Handbasins must be equipped with mixing valves and minimum 15 second water flow.

August 18, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed for correction.

May 07, 2004 (Routine)


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

May 07, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed with the manager for correction. A routine inspection was conducted in addittion, a foodborne complaint investigation was also conducted during this visit. Environmental Health Specialist Anita Blackwell also conducted the inspection/complaint investigation. Please see attached.

December 16, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed with the manager and corrections made.

August 11, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed and corrections made by the manager.

April 22, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All violations discussed and/ or corrected by the manager.

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