PASTA ITALIANA, 2623 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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Aug 28, 2014 | RESTORATION | 0 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Aug 22, 2014 | Routine | 4 | 7 | Details / Comments |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | Feb 10, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Jan 15, 2014 | Routine | 3 | 2 | Details / Comments |
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Nov 01, 2013 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Oct 22, 2013 | Routine | 6 | 4 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 18, 2013 | Routine | 1 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Mar 26, 2013 | Complaint | 3 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 12, 2011 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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Dec 06, 2011 | Complaint | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
Aug 28, 2014 (RESTORATION)
Violations:
- Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Screen at rear exist needed to be replaced.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
The CFM is Mo M Howlader: Experior -pending receipt of certificate from Experior exam taken 7/03/2014.
Summary suspension notice issued 8/22/2014 abate. No objection to reopen.
If you have any questions please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 100.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - counter top) | 38.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 0.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 38.0F |
Aug 22, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Management awareness; policy present
The establishment does not have an employee health policy or can not provide proof of policy. No signed employee interview and reporting forms exist regarding the prevention of the transmission of diseases through food by infected food employees.(issued) (Corrected On Site) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Hand sink in the kitchen was not accessible for use at call.(items removed) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Temperature of food items in the under counter reach in refrigerator were in the danger zone.(discarded) (Corrected On Site) - Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Under counter reach in refrigerator(s) are not holding cold temperatures as specified. DO NOT USE sign posted. - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Screen door was opened at the rear exist.(closed) (Corrected On Site) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Live roaches seen at area of unused reach in refrigerator and prep area above this unit-across from stove/oven. - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
The following need cleaning: interior of all refrigerated units; defrost and clean reach in freezer chest; stove and oven; both microwave ovens. - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Unused equipment in the kitchen(reach in refrigerator-free standing) and in the stairwell leading to the basement.
The CFM is Mo M Howlader: Experior exam 7/03/2014-pending receipt of certificate.
Summary suspension issued-live roaches; expired business license.
Reinspection instructions issued. Please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037, to request a reinspection once all violations are corrected and the $100.00 reinspection fee is paid.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| (Refrigerator - under counter) | 58.0F |
| Sausage (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 58.2F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 43.0F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 42.1F |
| (Walk-in Refrigerator) | 40.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -10.0F |
Feb 10, 2014 (Follow-up)
Comments:ALL DEMERITS ARE ABATED
FOR QUESTIONS CALLMR TAYLOR AREA SUPERVISOR AT 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 116.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 37.0F |
| (Freezer) | 21.0F |
Jan 15, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Hands clean and properly washed
HAND SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WAS NOT OPERABLE AT VISIT. ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE OPERABLE AT ALL TIMES IN ORDER TO ENSURE PROPER HAND WASHING.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food separated and protected
ALL FOOD MUST BE REMOVED FROM CANS ONCE OPENED AND STORED IN A FOOD GRADE CONTATINE.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
ALL PREPARED FOOD STORED IN THE WALK IN AND REACH IN UNITS MUS BE DATED AND LABELED AT ALL TIMES.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
WIPING CLOTHS WERE NOT STORED IN SANITIZER AT VISIT. WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STROED IN SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE IN ORDER TO PREVENT BACTERIAL GROWTH AND CROSS CONTAMINATION.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
DISH MACHINE DID NOT PASS THE STRIP TEST AT VISIT. ESTABLISHMENT MUST USE AN ALTERNATE METHOD TO SANITIZE UNTIL MACHINE IS ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
HOT FOOD IS PREPARED TO ORDER.
ALL ITEMS MUST BE ABATED WITHIN FIVE OR FORTY FIVE DAYS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. TAYLOR AT 202-535-2180.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Dishwash area) | 120.6F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 33.4F |
| Meatballs (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 33.6F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 39.2F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.1F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | 0.5F |
| (Refrigerator - beverage) (Cold Holding) | 39.2F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding) | -8.6F |
Nov 01, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Mold observed on ice machine's ice chute. (Corrected On Site)
5day notice abated
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 112.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 116.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female) | 112.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Marinara Sauce (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.4F |
| Feta Cheese (Refrigerator - reach-in bakery) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Chicken raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Veal (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
Oct 22, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
NO HANDWASHING SINK SIGNAGE AT THE HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food separated and protected
UNCOVERED FOOD ITEMS ARE IN THE REACH-IN COOLERS (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
UNCLEAN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN/ICE BOX/CAN OPENER/PREP TABLE(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
PREPARED COLD FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT LABELED FOR DATES AND CONTENTS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Personal cleanliness
NO HAR RESTRAINT WORN BY ANY OF THE KITCHEN CREW MEMBERS(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
THE CUTTING BOARDS ARE NOT SMOOTH AND HAVE NUMEROUS GROOVES(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
UNCLEAN NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
THE REACH-IN COOLER IS OUT OF ORDER(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
THE CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE IS PRINTED ON MENU
Correct stated items within 5days and 45days
Thermocouple in ice & water: 32°f
Most recent pest control service date: 10/11/2013
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 119.9°F
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 113.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 115.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 111.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 114.0F |
| (Refrigerator - open display) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - open display) | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| Anchovies (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Carrots (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Bacon (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Beef Stew (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Blue Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Cole slaw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Lamb (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 47.0F |
| Lettuce Iceberg (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Meatballs (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Half Smoked Sausage (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Chicken grilled (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
Apr 18, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No paper towels at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site) - Thermometers provided & accurate
No thermometer in reach-in refrigerator.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cutting boards observed worn with grooves throughout. (discarded while on-site) (Corrected On Site) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Drain is clogged at kitchen handwashing sink.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5- AND 45-DAYS AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN: 202-535-2180).
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 112.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 0.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 35.0F |
| Roasted Red Peppers (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 38.0F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 111.0F |
| Sauce (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cooling) | 63.0F |
| Eggs (Refrigerator - under counter) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Meatballs (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Potatoes (Stove) (Cooking) | 180.0F |
Mar 26, 2013 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
The person in charge provided a certificate from an accredited program recognized by the Department but has not obtained a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate issued by the DC Department of Health.(instructions issued)(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Management awareness; policy present
The establishment does not have an employee health policy or can not provide proof of policy. No signed employee interview and reporting forms exist regarding the prevention of the transmission of diseases through food by infected food employees.(issued) (Corrected On Site) - Hands clean and properly washed
Employees were not washing their hands.(hands washed) (Corrected On Site) - Thermometers provided & accurate
There was no temperature measuring device on the warewash machine.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
The inside bottom of the reach-in freezer in the kitchen needed cleaning. The gaskets to the reach-in refrigerators needed cleaning.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
The handsink at the bar has a leak from the u-pipe.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
The CFM is Mohammed M Renu: ServSafe 02/28/2011.
Correct items stated within 5 and 45 days as indicated.
If you have any questions please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 100.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 38.4F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 38.2F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 34.3F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | 15.7F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 34.2F |
| Veal (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 38.3F |
| Eggs (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 41.4F |
| Shrimp raw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 38.3F |
| Pasta (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 34.3F |
| Tomato Sauce (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 31.9F |
| Salmon (Grill) (Cooking) | 183.5F |
| (Dishwashing Machine - Wash Cycle) | 120.0F |
| (Final Rinse Cycle - Warewashing Machine) | 140.0F |
Dec 12, 2011 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Proper date marking & disposition
Prepared food items in reach-in refrigerator are not labeled for dates and contents. (Corrected On Site)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for foodborne illness.
Consumer advisory notice printed on the menu
Most recent pest control service date: 11/30/2011
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 123.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 126.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line) | 123.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -9.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 39.0F |
| Chicken grilled (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 166.0F |
| Mushrooms (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 169.0F |
| Broccoli & Cheese Soup (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 153.0F |
| Chicken roasted (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 168.0F |
| Carrot Salad (Refrigerator - open display) (Hot Holding) | 40.0F |
| Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
Dec 06, 2011 (Complaint)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
Uncovered food items found in the reach-in refrigerators. (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Some cold food items in the open cooler display are held at improper temperatures(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
Prepared food items in the reach-in refrigerator are not labeled for dates and contents(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
The cutting boards are not smooth, they need to be replaced or resurfaced(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips found at the 3compartments sink(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
Complaint Notes: Discussed with the restaurant manager about the sanitation protocols, the trash and grease collection, query on Pest Control/rodents activity, I went over Morrison's Pest Control invoices, the restaurant has a Bi-weekly Morrison's Inspection, last one was done on 11/30/2011, and suggested to call whe rodents are seen on the sale's floor, no sign of malpractice or sanitation/rodents concerns.
The Business has a written employee's health policy for foodborne illness.
Consumer advisory notice printed on the menu
Correct stated violations within 5Days and 45Days
Most recent pest control service date: 11/30/2011
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 124.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 126.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar) | 121.0F |
| (Reach-in Freezer) | -6.0F |
| (Refrigerator - reach-in) | 41.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 39.0F |
| (Freezer - walk-in) | 3.0F |
| Chicken roasted (Oven) (Hot Holding) | 177.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| American Cheese (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
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