The information for the Restaurant Report Card comes from the Portsmouth Health Department. The results are in random order and not “ranked”. Not all restaurants are inspected every month. These inspections occurred within the last 30 days. Health Code violations are separated by “Critical” and “Non-Critical”.
This report is not intended to besmirch any local business. Rather, we hope this is a learning tool for all food service workers and managers. Along with informing the public, please use this information to improve your knowledge and abilities in your careers. As my Grandpa said, many times, “Don’t let the same dog bite you twice”. New mistakes are expected. Don’t get caught up in a cycle of the same mistakes.
Fish Bowl
2 critical & 4 non-critical
Critical Corrected During Inspection *Critical Violation* Observed raw eggs above deep fried mushroom batter, milk and multiple canned beverages in the walk-in cooler.
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed debris on French fry cutter next to side door.
Repeat Observed facility does not have an employee with manager certification in food protection.
Repeat Observed no in-date sanitizer test kit available.
Observed multiple pizza racks on top of the pizza oven with food debris.
Observed a build up of blackened debris inside the pizza oven. Observed build up of oil and debris on the hood system above the deep fryer/ grill.
Portsmouth Eagles
2 critical & 2 non-critical
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed build up of debris in the top of the ice machine.
Critical Corrected During Inspection *Critical Violation* Observed sliced onions, sauerkraut and multiple small containers of hot dog sauce without a date mark in up-right cooler next to ice machine.
Observed multiple household use only crock-pots and warmers in the main kitchen area. Observed household use only containers holding sliced onions and sauerkraut.
Observed no in-date sanitizer test kit available.
James Dickey Post 23
1 critical & 2 non-critical
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed three spray bottle containers with a red sanitizer all next to the glass refrigerator without the common name of substance.
Repeat Observed facility does not have an employee with manager certification in food protection
Observed fry baskets in the main kitchen with a build up of blackened debris.
Hill View Retirement Center
0 critical & 5 non-critical
Corrected During Inspection Observed large container of corn meal on the counter next to the ice cream freezer without a label.
Observed the top of the microwave next to the ice cream freezer with many crevices that makes cleaning more difficult.
Observed debris in top cabinets above STAR warmer. Observed debris in the bottom of the cutting board container.
Observed a build-up of debris on the top of the walk-in cooler.
Observed chipped counter next to the ice cream freezer. Observed rusted ceiling tile support frames throughout the kitchen area. Observed broken cabinet doors in the soda fountain prep room.
Dari Creme- 2nd Street
1 critical & 4 non-critical
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed build up of debris in ice bin next to soda fountain.
Repeat Observed facility does not have an employee with manager certification in food protection.
Repeat Observed facility does not have correct testing kit for sanitizer.
Observed the build-up of ice cream and various other debris in the bottom of the reach-in coolers throughout the facility. Observed a build up of dust on the shelf next to the deep fryer. Observed a build up of oil on the hood system above the deep fryer. Observed dust build up on the chain on display above the ice cream machine. Observed the outside of mustard jars with a build up of dried mustard.
Observed a build-up of ice on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Observed debris on the floor in between the icee machine. Observed debris on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Observed oil build up on the wall surrounding the deep fryer.
Portsmouth Health and Rehab
0 critical & 3 non-critical
Observed dust build up on top two shelves of racks next to the coffee machine.
Observed paint chipping off and rust on storage racks in walk-in cooler.
Observed a build up of dust on the ceiling vent in the dry storage room.
Yamato Steak House
0 critical & 2 non-critical
Repeat Observed a build up of dust on racks above the three compartment sink.
Repeat Observed debris on the floor under the shelves in the main kitchen area. Observed debris on the floor under the shelves in the walk-in cooler. Observed debris on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Observed a build up of oil on the wall at the three compartment sink.
14th Street Community Center
0 critical & 2 non-critical
Observed no in-date sanitizer test kit available.
Observed blackened carbon build up on deep fryer baskets in the deep fryer.
Portsmouth Brewing Company
0 critical & 1 non-critical
Observed bottom of multiple coolers and freezers with a build-up of food debris. Observed metal shelves in the food storage area with a build-up of grease and dust. Corrective Action: shelves and units should be cleaned more frequently to prevent the build-up of debris.
Party Time Pub
0 critical & 3 non-critical
Observed pineapple juice and other drink mixes stored on the floor in the bar area.
Observed a non-commercial grade microwave in the kitchen. Observed rubbermaid containers storing sliced cheese in use in the walk-in
Repeat Observed floors, especially those underneath equipment in the kitchen, with a build-up of debris.
Sonora Mexican Grill
0 critical & 4 non-critical
Repeat Observed build up of ice on walk-in freezer shelves. Observed a build-up of debris on walk-in cooler racks. Observed a build up of debris on the warewash racks.
Repeat Observed floor in walk-in freezer covered in ice and debris.
Repeat Observed multiple broken floor tiles throughout the kitchen. Observed chipped wall tile next to walk-in freezer. Observed walk-in freezer door not able to properly seal. Observed rusted racks in walk-in cooler.
Repeat Observed light in walk-in freezer not working.
Pizza Pub Restaurant
1 critical & 1 non-critical
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed build up of debris in top portion of ice machine next to soda fountain.
Observed cutting board on pizza prep line with discoloring. Observed cutting board in front of grill with discoloring.
Scioto Knights, Inc
2 critical & 3 non-critical
Critical Corrected During Inspection *Critical Violation* Observed towels, trash bags and an ice scoop stored in the hand sink at the bar.
Critical *Critical Violation* Observed two spray bottles on hand sink in the bar area that contained an opaque liquid that was not labeled.
Repeat Observed facility does not have an employee with manager certification in food protection.
Observed household crock-pots being stored in the main kitchen area. Observed a household microwave in the main kitchen area.
Observed a build up of debris on the pizza rack in the small pizza oven at the bar. Observed a build up of blackened debris on deep fryer baskets in the main kitchen area.
JJ’s Shenanigans
0 critical & 4 non-critical
Observed facility does not have an employee with manager certification in food protection.
Observed no in-date sanitizer test kit available.
Observed a build up of debris in the back storage room beer cooler.
Observed multiple rusted racks in the soda and alcohol cooler behind the bar. Observed floor trim in men’s rest room in disrepair.
Haute Stuff Catering
1 critical & 4 non-critical
Critical Corrected During Inspection *Critical Violation* Observed diced tomatoes in up-right cooler in front of hand sink without a date mark. Observed meat loaf in up-right cooler next to concrete ramp in the lower level without a date mark.
Repeat Observed facility not able to show proof that it has an employee with manager certification in food protection.
Observed clean punch bowls being stored on the top shelf of the dry storage with no covering or being inverted.
Observed multiple cutting boards with discoloration by the convection oven.
Observed household use only panini grill by the drive through window.
Perfect Inspections
IXTaccihuatl Catina- 2141 Gallia St, Portsmouth
Scioto Ribber- 1026 Gallia St, Portsmouth
SSU – Massie Hall
SSU – Vern Riffe
SSU – Kricker Hall