Red Lobster #153 (01-0313), 709 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 - Full Service Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Red Lobster #153 (01-0313)
Address: 709 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Type: Full Service Restaurant
Phone: 757 490-1671
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: 12/17/2015

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

Violations discussed for correction
  • Utensils - In-Use - Between-Use Storage (corrected on site)
    Observation: Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
    Correction: Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (corrected on site)
    Observation: food scoop end cover missing and was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
    Correction: Repair the food scoop end cover to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the food scoop end cover, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (corrected on site)
    Observation: The door gasket to the reach-in cooler is in poor repair.
    Correction: Repair or replace the door gasket in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
12/17/2015Routine
No violations. Restaurant is in excellent sanitary condition! New Permit Issued.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
07/31/2015Routine
Standardization inspection conducted. Restaurant in very good sanitary condition!
  • Hair Restraints - Effectiveness
    Observation: Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
    Correction: Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. This section does not apply to food employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food
  • Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
    Observation: Unlabeled food containers. (oil)
    Correction: Label working containers with the common name of its contents. Consumers may be allergic to certain foods or ingredients. The mistaken use of an ingredient when the consumer has requested that it not be used may result in severe medical consequences. Liquid foods and granular foods may resemble cleaning compounds. The mistaken use of food from an unlabeled container could result in chemical poisoning.
  • Good Repair and Calibration of Thermometers
    Observation: Observed food thermometer is not calibrated to ensure accuracy
    Correction: Calibrate food thermometer according to manufacturer's specification as necessary to ensure accuracy
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles (repeated violation)
    Observation: Single service items observed unprotected from contamination. (floor)
    Correction: Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
04/15/2015Routine
Observations discussed with manager. Kitchen is in very good sanitary condition!
  • Utensils - In-Use - Between-Use Storage (corrected on site)
    Observation: In-use utensils (tongs on a refrigerator handle) improperly stored between use.
    Correction: Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F.
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles (corrected on site)
    Observation: Single service items (coffee filters) observed unprotected from contamination.
    Correction: Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
01/29/2015Routine
Observations discussed with managers. Kitchen is in very good sanitary condition.
  • Food - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (corrected on site)
    Observation: A container of Vanilla Ice cream was observed uncovered in the ice cream reach-down freezer.
    Correction: Protect food from miscellaneous sources of contamination.
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Butter stored in ice bath unit observed cold holding at improper temperatures.
    Correction: Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41°F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • Equipment - Cutting Surfaces
    Observation: The cutting board(s) along the salad prep unit is heavily scratched and scored in some areas of the board.
    Correction: Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
10/15/2014Routine
No violations, New Permit Issued. Note: new corporate ownership, but managers, staff and menus are still the same.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
07/16/2014Routine

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