West Main, 333 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: West Main
Address: 333 West Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia
Phone: (434) 293-2605
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: Oct 7, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

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Details / Comments

0820 A 1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Spinach and aspirigus dip hot holding at improper temperatures.October 07, 2009Critical Procedures10Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw food of animal origin [raw crab cakes stored over cooked pasta] 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 [raw bacon over cooked ham],[chicken beside ground beef beside pork and beef steaks] stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  • 0930 - Critical Raw and/or undercooked hamburger is/are provided on the menu, menu board, table tent or brochure without proper disclosure.
January 22, 2009Routine20Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. January 02, 2008Routine00Details / Comments
  • 0550 - Paper cups observed used to scoop various dried food products.
  • 0690 - The following foods were unprotected under the prep table:1) bread, 2) bread crumbs, 3) flour
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Mashed potatoes & BBQ apples were hot holding at improper temperatures. Manager boost heated.
  • 1580 - Repeat Various cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
December 11, 2006Routine13Details / Comments
  • 0810 - Corrected During Inspection The methods used for cooling were not adequate. Container of prepared cocktail sauce (65 F.) was in a large container in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • 1550 - The corners at hand sinks in rest rooms downstairs are not sealed.
  • 1580 - The cutting board along a prep unit was heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 1700 - Critical Chlorine sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. (Corrected During Inspection.)Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable pH.
  • 1770 B - Corrected During Inspection Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on a knife between cutting board and prep unit.
  • 1800 - The following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: a. Top of area above beer dispenser. b. Top area above Victory reach-in freezer.
  • 2720 - Outside refuse containers were open or uncovered.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar area.
  • 3170 - Paint wall at dishwashing machine.
  • 3180 - Floor behind cooking equipment was in need of cleaning.
  • 3240 - Hand sink in kitchen prep area is not maintained. A loose faucet was observed leaking.
December 02, 2005Routine110Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 28, 2004Follow-up00-
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 28, 2004Follow-up00-
0800 - Critical Prepared tiger shrimp pasta sauce was not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. The item was prepared on 12-02-04. (CORRECTED: IMMEDIATELY DISCARDED.)December 03, 2004Critical Procedures10Details / Comments
0800 - Critical Prepared tiger shrimp pasta sauce was not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. The item was prepared on 12-02-04. (CORRECTED: IMMEDIATELY DISCARDED.)December 03, 2004Critical Procedures10Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical The following potentially hazardous foods in the walk-in refrigerator were at improper temperatures: a. Commercial pork (50 F.) b. Prepared crab cakes (49 F.) in a shallow container. c. Precooked ham (48 F.) d. Butter (48 F.) All items in the unit were in the unit around 12:00 PM. (CORRECTED: ALL ITEMS WERE IMMEDIATELY PLACED INTO ANOTHER UNIT.)
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the outside walk-in refrigerator was severely damaged. Proper temperatures were difficult to maintain.
  • 0610 - Food was stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. A paper towel dispenser in the kitchen was located above the sanitized drain board of the three-compartment sink.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand sink in the bar areas.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand sink at the bar areas.
May 21, 2004Routine14Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical The following potentially hazardous foods in the walk-in refrigerator were at improper temperatures: a. Commercial pork (50 F.) b. Prepared crab cakes (49 F.) in a shallow container. c. Precooked ham (48 F.) d. Butter (48 F.) All items in the unit were in the unit around 12:00 PM. (CORRECTED: ALL ITEMS WERE IMMEDIATELY PLACED INTO ANOTHER UNIT.)
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the outside walk-in refrigerator was severely damaged. Proper temperatures were difficult to maintain.
  • 0610 - Food was stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. A paper towel dispenser in the kitchen was located above the sanitized drain board of the three-compartment sink.
  • 3020 - Soap was not provided at the hand sink in the bar areas.
  • 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand sink at the bar areas.
May 21, 2004Routine14Details / Comments
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing station at the wait station upstairs is being used for purposes other than washing hands. A faucet is needed for drinking water.
  • 1550 - The tables or counters at the down bar area were not sealed to the walls.
  • 3170 - The hole to the floor from the draft beer line is not maintained in good repair.
May 12, 2004Routine12Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 11, 2004Pre-Opening00Details / Comments

October 07, 2009 (Critical Procedures)


Violation: 0820 A 1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Spinach and aspirigus dip hot holding at improper temperatures.
Rapidly reheat the food to 165F and maintain at 135F or above through the hot holding period.
Comments:
This inspection only covered cortical violations are not included in the report. Noncritical violations were pointed out to the manager. Glove use with ready to eat foods observed. Consumer advisory and employee health policy are in place. Food storage order is in compliance. Temperatures were found with-in proper ranges of food and equipment keep check on the two door refrigerator.

January 22, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
All food and equipment temperatures appeared to be within the proper ranges. Staff is knowledgeable in food safety. An employee health policy is in effect. All handwashing sinks were fully stocked. The dishmachine was sanitizing properly. Consumer advisory is listed on the menu but needs a minor change. Food storage order was discussed with staff. Overall, the facility was in good condition and well ordered.

January 02, 2008 (Routine)

Comments:
Facility in substantial compliance with the Food Regulations. Observed proper temperature and sanitary controls. Good food storage and date marking practices.
Note: Hot holding temperature is now 135F instead of 140F. Also, a written employee health policy will be required by this department effective Apil '08.
Reminder:Dumping of mop waste water outside is prohibited (must use mop sink).

December 11, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Substantial compliance with the food code. Good date marking and separation of foods observed. The chlorine sanitizing solution in the dishwasher was sanitizing at 50 ppm. The Quat. sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink in the bar was sanitizing at 200 ppm. Discussed labeling the bleach spray bottle used to clean the restrooms for that specific use.

December 02, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
(1) Gloves were used to handle ready-to-eat foods.
(2) Hands were washed.
(3) Chemical dishwashing machine sanitized utensils properly. Unit was in code with 12 VAC 5-421-1370.
(4) Chef thermometer was available.
(5) Chemical test kits were available.
(6) The strength of working quaternary ammonia solution was at 200 ppm.

December 03, 2004 (Critical Procedures)


Violation: 0800 - Critical Prepared tiger shrimp pasta sauce was not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. The item was prepared on 12-02-04. (CORRECTED: IMMEDIATELY DISCARDED.)
Cool potentially hazardous foods from 140F to 70F within 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or below within 4 hours. A longer time for cooling allows an ideal situation for bacterial growth. This has been shown to be the major contributing factor in many foodborne illnesses.
Comments:
(1) Soap and paper towels were at all hand sinks.
(2) Prepared potentially hazardous foods were code dated.
(3) Gloves were used to handle ready-to-eat foods.
(4) Chemical dishwashing machine santiized utensils properly.
(5) Raw meats were stored properly.
(6) Bleach sanitizing solution was available.

December 03, 2004 (Critical Procedures)


Violation: 0800 - Critical Prepared tiger shrimp pasta sauce was not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. The item was prepared on 12-02-04. (CORRECTED: IMMEDIATELY DISCARDED.)
Cool potentially hazardous foods from 140F to 70F within 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or below within 4 hours. A longer time for cooling allows an ideal situation for bacterial growth. This has been shown to be the major contributing factor in many foodborne illnesses.
Comments:
(1) Soap and paper towels were at all hand sinks.
(2) Prepared potentially hazardous foods were code dated.
(3) Gloves were used to handle ready-to-eat foods.
(4) Chemical dishwashing machine santiized utensils properly.
(5) Raw meats were stored properly.
(6) Bleach sanitizing solution was available.

May 21, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
(1) All items on the inspection report dated 05-12-04 had been corrected.
(2) A full permit is granted.
(3) Chemical dishwashing machine sanitized utensils properly.
(4) A chef thermometer was available.
(5) Chemical test kits were available.
CORRECTED: ON 06-01-04, THE OWNER STATED THAT THE WALK-IN REFRIGERATOR WAS OPERATING AT 38 DEGREES F. THE GASKETS WERE REPLACED.

May 21, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
(1) All items on the inspection report dated 05-12-04 had been corrected.
(2) A full permit is granted.
(3) Chemical dishwashing machine sanitized utensils properly.
(4) A chef thermometer was available.
(5) Chemical test kits were available.
CORRECTED: ON 06-01-04, THE OWNER STATED THAT THE WALK-IN REFRIGERATOR WAS OPERATING AT 38 DEGREES F. THE GASKETS WERE REPLACED.

May 12, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
(1) The purpose of this visit was to conduct an opening inspection.
(2) All other items on the inspection report dated 05-10-04 were completed.
(3) A conditional permit is granted for eight days.
(4) A routine inspection will be conducted within 30 days.
(5) A certificate of occupancy is required.

May 11, 2004 (Pre-Opening)

Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a preliminary inspection of the facility. The building was being renovated. The following items were discussed:
a. A second hand sink in the kitchen is required.
b. The bar shall have a hand sink, dump sink and three-compartment sink, as discussed.
c. A water spigot is required at the drink dispenser unit.
d. Public shall not access to the wait areas.
e. The door to the exterior dining area may be screened.
f. Mop sink may include a rack for mop, broom, etc.
g. All lighting shall be shielded in food preparation, dishwashing, and storage areas.
h. Any sewer lines in the dry storage room shall be protected with a drop ceiling.
i. At least 10 foot candles of lighting in the walk-in refrigerator(s), 50 foot candles in the prep, dishwashing and cooking areas are needed.
j. Walls and ceiling shall be constructed in accordance to the health codes.
k. A set of revised plan is needed.

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