Little Mexico Norton #3, 780 Commonwealth Dr., NE, Norton, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Little Mexico Norton #3
Address: 780 Commonwealth Dr., NE, Norton, Virginia
Phone: (276) 679-6948
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: Sep 9, 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. September 09, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. September 01, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
0820 A 2 - Critical The food preparation refrigeration unit is holding at improper temperatures.August 25, 2009Routine10Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 19, 2009Critical Procedures00Details / Comments
  • 0380 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed a can of food on the can storage rack that is severely dented.
  • 0450 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 0470 A 4 - Repeat Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: several of your seasonings (such as salt, etc..
  • 1100 - Corrected During Inspection The food contact surface of the food strainer in the prep. sink has a large hole in it, with strands of broken metal strands sticking out around the damaged area. This could potentially get into your food, and the strainer itself can not be easily cleaned.
  • 1570 - The lid to one of the large food containers is badly damaged.
  • 1770 C - Repeat Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: the outside of some of your food storage contaienrs
  • 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  • 3180 - Repeat Observed an accumulation of mostly spilled food debris, some dirt or grit also beneath the storage racks in the dry storage area of the restaurant.
February 18, 2009Routine26Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. November 12, 2008Critical Procedures00Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Food handler observed grabing tomatoes with bare hands for the salads.
  • 0470 A 4 - Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: Seasonings in the dry storage room.
  • 0570 - Heavily soiled wiping cloths in use by the cooks to handle hot plates and other hot items.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: the extireor of equipment, such as refrigerators and freezers, and the interior of some of these items.
  • 3180 - The floor in dry storage and in the walk-in was noted in need of cleaning under the shelving.
July 18, 2008Routine14Details / Comments
  • 0800 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Beans noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Hamburger out at room temperture. Measured at 74 F.
March 25, 2008Critical Procedures20Details / Comments
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the onion storage platform has accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 1890 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: Large stock pots and other equipment.
October 02, 2007Routine11Details / Comments
  • 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Shrimp and beef stored in a manner that may contaminate ready to eat foods(tamato sauce and green peppers.
  • 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw chicken stored in a way that may contaminate raw beef(both whole muscle and ground)
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Sliced tomatoes are stored at 47 F at the prep table. This is because it is doubled pan.
July 11, 2007Critical Procedures40Details / Comments
  • 1320 - Corrected During Inspection There was no temperature measuring device located in the Turbo Air refer(glass doors).
  • 1570 - The women's room toilet seat was observed in a state of disrepair. The seat is very loose.
  • 1800 - Corrected During Inspection The nonfood contact surface of the outside surfaces of large plastic utensil bin in the dishwashing area has accumulations of grime and debris.
April 11, 2007Routine03Details / Comments
  • 1100 - The food contact surface of some service plates are not smooth, contain cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the Turbo Air refer. has accumulations of grime and debris.
January 11, 2007Routine02Details / Comments
1570 - Repeat A two door refrigerator and the walk-in refrigerator were observed in a state of disrepair.October 23, 2006Follow-up01Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. Improper scoops in the seasonings
  • 0820 - Critical Food cold holding at improper temperatures in the walk-in refrigerator..
  • 1570 - A two door refrigerator and the walk-in refrigerator were observed in a state of disrepair.
  • 1770 B - Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: Can opener
  • 2310 B - The handwash station at the kithchen is being used for purposes other than washing hands.
October 06, 2006Routine23Details / Comments
  • 0200 - Corrected During Inspection Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the food prep. refer.
  • 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: Walk-in refer. floor and racks and the Turbo air freezer.
July 05, 2006Routine03Details / Comments
2790 - Repeat Wooden dunnage rack for holding soda canisters not sealed.April 11, 2006Follow-up01Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. Rice barrel not covered.
  • 0820 - Critical Dressings, steaks, milk, sour cream, beef, and chicken in cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 1570 - Prep refer was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. Not maintaining food temperatures below 41 deg. F.
  • 2790 - Wooden dunnage rack for holding soda canisters not sealed.
  • 3140 - Coats stored with foods.
April 06, 2006Critical Procedures14Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. February 05, 2006Follow-up---
  • 2180 - Critical The plumbing system serving this food service facility has not been designed, constructed, and installed according to the regulations. Drain line sticking out into the walking area to a floor drain is not easily cleaned under and a safety issue must be addressed..
  • 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walkin refrigerator.
February 03, 2006Pre-Opening12Details / Comments

September 09, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Manager is still keeping the cold held phfs on the make table on ice. He said he should have a new make table by the end of the week.

September 01, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Manager stated that the food preparation refrigeration unit has been worked on, but is still not holding foods at proper temperature. The containers of potentially hazardous food contaners are being placed on ice and are currently holding at proper temperatures. Manager stated that they may have to continue using ice for maybe another 2 weeks or so. He is currently trying to find a new unit. Folllow-up in 2 weeks. No temperature violations noted.

August 25, 2009 (Routine)


Violation: 0820 A 2 - Critical The food preparation refrigeration unit is holding at improper temperatures.
Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41F or below, or store the cold held foods to be prepared in containers surrounded by ice. Use metal stem food thermometers to be sure the foods remain at 41 deg. F. or colder. Have this unit repaired by Monday or Tuesday of next week.

May 19, 2009 (Critical Procedures)

Comments:
Critical procedures inspection focusing on food and equipment holding temperatures, proper handwashing and glove use. No violations observed.

February 18, 2009 (Routine)


Violations:

November 12, 2008 (Critical Procedures)

Comments:
Inspected during lunch rush to observe food handling and preperation of food. Good food handling and use of utensils to eliminate bare hand contact with ready to eat foods such as shreded lettuce. Recommend a utensil for the shreaded cheese, which is melted before giving to customer. Good handwashing observed during inspection by all three employees doing the preperation. Previous items from last inspection have been corrected.

July 18, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Correct the above non critical violations within 90 days. Remember to stir food often when cooling or when it is being hot held. Thanks for your quick actions. Employee health policy is in place.

March 25, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
Thank you for your quick action on the above items. Discussed employee health and hygene. Discussed Food handling and proper ways to cool and thaw food. Refrigeration units and hot holding units working very well. Thank you.

October 02, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Previous violations still corrected.

July 11, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
Non-critical items were not inspected during this visit. Previous violations corrected. Thank you for your quick response to the above items.

April 11, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Previous violations corrected.

January 11, 2007 (Routine)


Violations:

October 23, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violation: 1570 - Repeat A two door refrigerator and the walk-in refrigerator were observed in a state of disrepair.
Repair the equipment 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 equipment, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.

October 06, 2006 (Routine)


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July 05, 2006 (Routine)


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April 11, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violation: 2790 - Repeat Wooden dunnage rack for holding soda canisters not sealed.
Paint the dunnage rack with a light color oil base enamel.

April 06, 2006 (Critical Procedures)


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February 03, 2006 (Pre-Opening)


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