Rowena's, 758 W. 22nd. St., Norfolk, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Rowena's
Address: 758 W. 22nd. St., Norfolk, Virginia
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: May 7, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

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Details / Comments

No violation noted during this evaluation. May 07, 2009Routine00Details / Comments
6-303.11 - Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted in the prep area.February 05, 2009Routine01Details / Comments
  • 3-501.16 - Critical sliced melons cold holding at improper temperatures. Aliced melons observed covered and unrefridgerated on the prep table
  • 4-501.11 - The can opener blade is rusted and dull.
May 28, 2008Routine11Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. November 09, 2007Routine00Details / Comments
  • 4-501.11 - Walkin fan guards and the over/under reachin were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 4-904.13 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
April 30, 2007Routine02Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 04, 2006Routine00Details / Comments
6-301.11 - No soap available at the handsink only a hand sanitizer.May 19, 2006Routine01Details / Comments
  • 3-305.11 - Jar food stored on the floor.
  • 4-501.11 - The door gaskets of the white freezer and refrigerator are damaged.
  • 4-501.114 - Critical Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration.
  • 6-201.11 - Floor covering in walk-in refrigerator is not smooth and easily cleanable.
  • 6-501.111 - Critical Harborage conditions exist. Rodent dropping accumulation in the cabinet.
October 04, 2005Routine23Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14 - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer between use.
  • 4-903.11 - Corrected During Inspection Clean utensils were not observed stored with the handles facing upward.
April 01, 2005Routine02Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 07, 2004Routine00Details / Comments
3-304.14 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.May 26, 2004Routine01Details / Comments
  • 5-501.17 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room.
  • 3-304.12 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between.
February 23, 2004Routine02Details / Comments
  • 6-501.11 - Light out in kitchen is not maintained in good repair
  • 4-501.11 - Torn door gasket was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 4-601.11 - Encrusted grease deposits and/or other soil deposits were observed on the food contact surfaces of the following cooking equipment: ceiling vents.
June 25, 2003Routine03Details / Comments
  • 3180 - Dusty ceiling vents
  • 1770 - Excessive carbon buildup on pans
  • 3080 - Insufficient lighting in kitchen
January 09, 2003Routine03Details / Comments

May 07, 2009 (Routine)

Comments:
All items accessible at handsink for proper handwashing. Observed staff practicing good personal hygiene. Sanitizing tablets and test strips avaiable for compartment sink. Regular scent clorox used as well. Containers are properly labeled and stored. Facility recommended for permit renewal. Permit will be hand delivered.

February 05, 2009 (Routine)


Violation: 6-303.11 - Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted in the prep area.
Provide at least 50 foot candles at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor
Comments:
Check and repair light bulbs. Maintain general cleaning of floor in prep area. Maintain current temperature logs of refrigerated units.

May 28, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Gloves worn when handling RTE foods. Kitchen and equipment clean. Recommended for permit renewal

November 09, 2007 (Routine)

Comments:
No violations observed at time of inspection

April 30, 2007 (Routine)


Violations:

December 04, 2006 (Routine)

Comments:
Tea room is closed for renovation.

May 19, 2006 (Routine)


Violation: 6-301.11 - No soap available at the handsink only a hand sanitizer.
Provide soap at the handsink. Hand sanitizer is not approved to be the sole means for keeping hands clean
Comments:
The dumster is kept inside the store nad is emptied 1@ week. No foul odor was detected. Had lenghty discussion with the owner about the dumbster and being inside and rats. I recommende to paint a white line arount the dumbster no see for any rat activity. There is a white line around the walls. The dumster plug is soted on the dumster. Some openings were identified by the door and they are going to be closed.

October 04, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The floors in the kitchen area were very clean.
Discussed the proper method and frequency to check the sanitizer level when washing dishes.
Discussed the proper options for floor covering in the walk-in refrigerator.

April 01, 2005 (Routine)


Violations:

December 07, 2004 (Routine)

Comments:
No Violations found.
The tea room is closed during the month of December, therefore, there was no food being prepared.

May 26, 2004 (Routine)


Violation: 3-304.14 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
Comments:
White refrigerator 60 f - open often. All foods inside are not potentially hazardous and not in danger zone. Owner will monitore.

February 23, 2004 (Routine)


Violations:

June 25, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Recommended for renewal of permit.

January 09, 2003 (Routine)


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