Pho Bac, 13924 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Chantilly, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Pho Bac
Address: 13924 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Chantilly, Virginia
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: May 12, 2009

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  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Critical Observed large pan of beef in walk in unit uncovered and sitting on the floor.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical Repeat Observed shelves in walk in unit are soiled The surfaces of some lexan containers are soiled from inefficient washing.
  • 4-703.11(C) - Critical Chlorine sanitzer container empty so sanitizer is not being fed to the dish machine.
May 12, 2009Critical Procedures30Details / Comments
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows: Rice scoop kept in standing water.
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Hot sauce and cleaners on same table shelf.
October 14, 2008Follow-up02Details / Comments
  • 2-301.14(A)-(I) - Critical Person washing dishes cleans plates and loads dish washer and then removed clean ware without first washing hands.
  • 2-401.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Food employees were observed drinking from uncovered containers without straws in areas where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection.
  • 3-202.15 - Critical Observed can of soy sauce with dents on the rim.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: Chicken over beef or pork. Raw shell eggs stored over unprocessed carrots.
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows: Rice scoop kept in standing water.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Improper use of wet wiping cloths for the following activity Observed wet wipe cloths on food preparation serfaces.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" off floor Observed two bags of onions stored on floor. Items stored on soda crates in walk in units.
  • 4-101.11(B) - The food wrap box was stained and soiled by food residue resulting in possible contamination of the food wrap.
  • 4-502.13(A) - Manufacturer containers and single service containers were observed reused for the storage of foods.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical A few utensils were not properly cleaned.
  • 4-602.13 - Door gaskets for walk in units are soiled. Gas lines are wrapped with plastic which is hard to clean.
  • 4-903.11(B) - Large pots and other utensils stored with food contact surfaces exposed to possible soiling.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: Bamboo strainer, Bamboo and wood steamer. Household use food processer.
  • 6-303.11(C) - LIght in hood is burnt out.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Observed unnecessary items stored over the food prep unit.
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Hot sauce and cleaners on same table shelf.
October 09, 2008Routine--Details / Comments
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed food employee using improper handwashing procedures. No warm water.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food, beef, stored over ready-to-eat food,limes, in the walk-in refrigeration unit. Also, beef over vegetables in a reach-in refrigerator and beef over snow peas in another reach-in refrigerator.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: chicken over pork in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following equipment was observed damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleaned or sanitized: wood shelves in dry storage.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The following equipment was oserved soiled to sight and touch: meat slicer.
  • 4-601.11(C) - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: shelves in kitchen.
  • 4-903.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Clean pots were found stored on the
  • 4-904.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Unwrapped spoons were not stored in the front area with the handles up.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following item is intended for household use only and is not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: La Machine food processor.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed that the walls in the kitchen are not maintained in good repair.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the floors and walls in the kitchen are in need of cleaning.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working container of poisonous and toxic material, bottle of degreaser, is not properly labeled with a common name.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed that poisonous and toxic materials, bottle of soap and container of cement, are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. On a shelf with pots.
  • 7-207.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Employee medicine is not properly located to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces. Bottle of cough syrup on a shelf above the food prep table.
April 09, 2008Routine78Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Open drinking containers, cups of tea stored in a manner that may contaminate food and food contact surfaces. On a shelf and food prep table.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food, beef, stored over ready-to-eat food, vegetables, in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: raw beef over shrimp in the walk-in refrigerator and frozen chicken over frozen pork in the walk-in freezer.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment was observed soiled to sight and touch: meat slicer.
  • 7-207.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees' medicine, bottle of aspirin,is not properly located to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces. On a shelf above a food prep table.
October 30, 2007Critical Procedures50Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Open drinking container, cup with a lid, stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food, chicken, stored over ready-to-eat food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: raw frozen chicken is above the raw frozen pork in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Corrected During Inspection Observed the following food thawing using an improper method: frozen shrimp in a pan on a counter.
  • 3-701.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item is adulterated and shall be discarded: container of molded carrots.
  • 4-501.11(A) - The following equipment was observed damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleaned or sanitized: wood shelves in dry storage.
  • 4-601.11(C) - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: all shelves in the kitchen and inside reach-in units.
  • 4-602.11(E)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Surfaces of the ice machine are not being cleaned as required.
  • 4-904.11(A) - Paper cups and carry out containers were found handled, displayed or dispensed with the food or lip-contact surface facing upward.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following item is intended for household use only and is not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: La Machine food processor.
  • 5-501.16(C) - Corrected During Inspection There is no refuse container at the area immediately adjacent to all hand sinks.
  • 6-301.11 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-301.13 - Observed that a soap dispenser is on the wall at the 3-vat sink.
  • 6-303.11(C) - Observed that inadequate lighting was provided in the food preparation areas. In the exhaust hood.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the wall tiles in the kitchen are not maintained in good repair.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed that poisonous and toxic materials, containers of cleaners, are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
April 11, 2007Routine511Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the following refrigeration units:1. raw beef over cooked pork eggrolls in the 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator2. raw shell eggs over cabbage in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed uncovered blueberries at the bar.
  • 3-304.14(B)(2) - Repeat Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Observed wet cloths stored on the counters instead of in a bucket filled with sanitizer solution.
  • 4-101.11(B) - Repeat Observed grocery bags used to store noodles in the walk-in freezer. These bags are not easily cleanable and are therefore not suitable for use for food storage.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following equipment was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged:1. Walk-in floor with a broken cement floor and missing tiles
  • 4-501.11(B) - Repeat The door gasket of the 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator is torn.
  • 4-903.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean large pots by the back door were found stored on the floor.
  • 6-101.11(A) - Repeat The ceiling tiles located in the men's and women's restrooms do not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable, and easily cleanable and 2. non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, restrooms, etc.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees. Observed no sign at the bar nor in the men's and women's restrooms.
  • 6-303.11(B) - Repeat Inadequate lighting was noted in the True 2-door upright refrigerator. Observed a burned out light bulb in the unit.
November 09, 2006Follow-up38Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Observed a cup of coffee stored on a food preparation counter.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the following refrigeration units:1. raw beef over cooked pork eggrolls in the 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator2. raw shrimp stored over carrots in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk-in freezer.
  • 3-302.11(A)(3) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Soiled or improperly cleaned equipment or utensils used during food preparation. Observed only one pair of tongs used to dispense raw bef and vegetables at the 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator. Also observed only one pair of tongs to dispense different types of raw food items (chicken, shrimp, beef) and vegetables in the Superior 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator.
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed uncovered blueberries at the bar.
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - The following utensils were observed improperly stored between use:1. flour scoop and cornstarch scoop stored with the handles immersed in the products. 2. tongs stored on the oven handles where they may be easily contaminated by employee clothing.
  • 3-304.14(B)(2) - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Observed wet cloths stored on the counters instead of in a bucket filled with sanitizer solution.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Observed a bag of rice stored on the floor of the dry storage room. Also observed food items stored on the floor of the walk-in refrigerator and the walk-in freezer.
  • 3-501.15(A)(1)-(7) - Corrected During Inspection The methods used for cooling were not adequate. Observed cooked chicken cooling in the prep top, where cold air may not reach the product from the top. Also observed food items (pork, rice, shrimp rolls, etc.) cooling tightly covered by plastic wrap.
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Cooked beef (50F) and milk (47F) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures within the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(b) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed raw shell eggs stored in the walk-in refrigerator (48F) with an ambient air temperature greater than 45F.
  • 4-101.11(B) - Observed grocery bags used to store raw meat in the walk-in freezer. These bags are not easily cleanable and are therefore not suitable for use for food storage.
  • 4-101.19 - The nonfood contact surface of the shelf above the oven is lined with tin foil and therefore is not easily cleanable.
  • 4-301.11 - Corrected During Inspection The walk-in refrigerator (48F) was observed with an ambient air and food temperatures greater than 41F.
  • 4-501.11(A) - The following equipment was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged:1. Walk-in floor with broken cement and missing tiles2. three-compartment sink missing two drain plugs.
  • 4-501.11(B) - The door gasket of the 2-door reach-in prep refrigerator is torn.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: 1. lexan containers on the equipment storage shelf visibly soiled with food debris.
  • 4-602.11(A)(5) - Critical Observed the slicer with accumulations of food debris.
  • 4-602.11(E)(1) - Surfaces of the ice machine and the canopener blade, which come in contact with non-potentially hazardous food items, were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the soda gun nozzle holder at the bar had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 4-702.11 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: 1. All large pots and pans which the CFM stated are washed and rinsed, but not sanitized.
  • 4-901.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Clean lexan containers were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization on the clean equipment storage shelf.
  • 4-903.11(A) - Clean bowls at the bar and clean large pots by the back door were found stored on the floor.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1. La machine food processor.
  • 5-205.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the bar is being used for purposes other than washing hands. Observed a soap container and a spoon stored in the handsink basin.
  • 6-101.11(A) - The ceiling tiles located in the men's and women's restrooms do not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable, and easily cleanable and 2. non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, restrooms, etc.
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the back door. Observed an inch gap between the bottom of the back door and the door frame, allowing for easy access to the facility by pests.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees. Observed no sign at the bar nor in the men's and women's restrooms.
  • 6-303.11(B) - Inadequate lighting was noted in the True 2-door upright refrigerator. Observed a burned out light bulb in the unit.
  • 6-501.111(C) - Critical Observed an abundance of fruit flies at the bar and in dry storage areas.
  • 6-501.18 - Observed the hot water turned off at the bar handsink due to a leak.
October 30, 2006Routine1120Details / Comments
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Noted one dented can in dry storage.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat raw chicken stored above cooked food in one reachin refrigerator
  • 3-302.12 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.(white powders at cook area, salt, sugar, etc)
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-202.16 - soda crates are used as dunnage racks for storage; strainer has a bamboo handle
  • 4-501.11A - one of the sandwich style refrigerators is not holding proper temperature; manager has requested repairs
  • 4-501.11B - one drain plug is missing; one light on the hood system is out
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: dunnage racks in dry storage (flour spill); can opener; shelves in the walkin; shelves holding equipment over the prep sink;
  • 4-903.11A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat single service items stored in boxes on the floor
  • 4-904.13A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Noted some tables set with unwrapped chopsticks when I arrived.
  • 5-205.15B - there is a very small drip at the two vat prep sink and a leak or drip at the bar hand sink around drain area
  • 6-201.11 - ceiling tiles in the bathrooms are acoustical type
  • 6-202.15 - there is a small gap at the bottom of the rear door
  • 6-501.11 - several tiles at the end of the cook line wall (coving) are damaged/missing
  • 6-501.114A - Although dramatic improvements in storage have been made some items in the restaurant still seem unnecessary to regular operation
  • 6-501.12A - floors in several areas, especially at the end of the cook line and behind it, and under equipment, are soiled; walls and floors and door of rear alcove are soiled; one set of grease filters is quite soiled (cleaning scheduled for next week); the wall at the dishmachine has some moldy areas; mop sink area
May 12, 2006Routine214Details / Comments
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Noted one dented can in dry storage.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat raw chicken stored above cooked food in one reachin refrigerator
  • 3-302.12 - Repeat Unlabeled food containers.(white powders at cook area, salt, sugar, etc)
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-202.16 - soda crates are used as dunnage racks for storage; strainer has a bamboo handle
  • 4-501.11A - one of the sandwich style refrigerators is not holding proper temperature; manager has requested repairs
  • 4-501.11B - one drain plug is missing; one light on the hood system is out
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: dunnage racks in dry storage (flour spill); can opener; shelves in the walkin; shelves holding equipment over the prep sink;
  • 4-903.11A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat single service items stored in boxes on the floor
  • 4-904.13A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Noted some tables set with unwrapped chopsticks when I arrived.
  • 5-205.15B - there is a very small drip at the two vat prep sink and a leak or drip at the bar hand sink around drain area
  • 6-201.11 - ceiling tiles in the bathrooms are acoustical type
  • 6-202.15 - there is a small gap at the bottom of the rear door
  • 6-501.11 - several tiles at the end of the cook line wall (coving) are damaged/missing
  • 6-501.114A - Although dramatic improvements in storage have been made some items in the restaurant still seem unnecessary to regular operation
  • 6-501.12A - floors in several areas, especially at the end of the cook line and behind it, and under equipment, are soiled; walls and floors and door of rear alcove are soiled; one set of grease filters is quite soiled (cleaning scheduled for next week); the wall at the dishmachine has some moldy areas; mop sink area
May 12, 2006Routine214Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form.; cups as scoops in bulk foods
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).This was noted in several locations
  • 3-302.12 - Unlabeled food containers.on cart at cookline
  • 3-304.12 - spoons at bar stored in warm, not hot, water
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor (walkin).
  • 3-501.15A - The methods used for cooling were not adequate. Large container of broth was cooling covered
  • 4-202.16 - cardboard boxes used to hold plastic utensils; cloth as a liner under blenders at bar area; wooden shelf is unfinished at front area (employee items)
  • 4-204.112A - Corrected During Inspection The temperature measuring device in the True prep refrigerator was not properly located in the coldest part of the unit.
  • 4-502.11A - one metal piece of equipement used to hold food on the grill was damaged.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of other foods, boxes used to store utensils, etc
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: green slicer; interior of ice machine
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: shelves in dry storage area; fan cover in walkin refrigerator; wall above the two vat sink
  • 4-903.11A - boxes of single service items, etc, stored on the floor in dry storage; large pots for pho are stored on the floor in rear area
  • 4-904.11A - Corrected During Inspection utensils in kitchen were found handled, displayed or dispensed with the food or lip-contact surface facing upward.
  • 4-904.13A - Repeat Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat noted use of non-commercial blender at bar and La Machine food processor in kitchen
  • 6-202.13A - Repeat sticky strips with dead insects are hanging above stock pots
  • 6-303.11C - Repeat one light out on hood system
  • 6-501.110B - Repeat Employee clothing and other possessions have been found stored in areas that may contaminate food, food-contact surfaces of equipment, single-service items, or single-use items.(front area for dry storage jackets on shelves)
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.(unused equipment in rear area near back door)
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of cleaners are not properly labeled.
November 30, 2005Routine318Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11J - Critical The employee washing dishes had the three vat sink set up backwards.
  • 2-402.11A - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection containers used as scoops in bulk food containers
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE)., storage in walkin
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 3-501.15A - The methods used for cooling were not adequate. Rice in covered container is cooling at room temperature
  • 4-202.16 - The bamboo handle of one of the strainers is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • 4-204.112B - There was no temperature measuring device located in either of the sandwich type refrigerators or in the glass front display unit
  • 4-501.114A - Corrected During Inspection Critical no sanatizer at the three vat sink
  • 4-501.11A - the display type refrigerator in the back of the kitchen is not working; foods (nonphf) are at room temperature
  • 4-502.11A - Corrected During Inspection ice scoop is cracked
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of other foods and single service plastic takeout containers used more than once to store cooling soup
  • 4-601.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The can opener was extremely soiled
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: flour is spilled on floor and shelving in dry storage area.
  • 4-904.13A - Repeat Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.(chopsticks)
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat noted non commercial equipment: Rival ice crusher at bar and La Machine in kitchen
  • 5-205.11B - noted employee washing out wiping cloths in the hand sink
  • 5-501.15A - Corrected During Inspection dumpster lid open
  • 6-202.13B - Insect control device is located over clean equipment where dead insects may be impelled or fall.
  • 6-303.11C - lights in the hallway are out and one light is out in the kitchen at the cook line
  • 6-501.11 - there is a gap on the floor at the bottom of the walkin freezer at the floor
  • 6-501.110B - Repeat Employee clothing and other possessions have been found stored in areas that may contaminate food, food-contact surfaces of equipment, single-service items, or single-use items.(dry storage area)
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment in the kitchen and in the rear alcove area.
  • 6-501.12A - floors and walls in the dishmachine area and in the three vat sink area and the fan cover in the walkin refrigerator noted in need of cleaning.
May 11, 2005Routine420Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11B - Critical Repeat Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands both in preparing pho and bowls as scoops in dry storage
  • 43.1-3-3A - Critical the food manager has a card from ServiSafe, not a photo ID.
  • 6-301.12A - Repeat Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at bar hand sink
  • 4-601.11C - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: grease filters and panels at cooking hood and the shelves in dry storage
  • 4-202.16 - unfinished board used as shelving in the bar.
  • 4-901.11A - containers found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.and on grease trap at sink
  • 6-501.110B - Employee clothing and other possessions have been found stored in areas that may contaminate food, food-contact surfaces of equipment, single-service items, or single-use items.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of other foods; also noted apparent reuse of take out containers
  • 4-904.13A - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  • 4-302.14 - the test kit could not be located but manager says there is one
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:GE microwave; Rival ice crusher (?); La Machine food processor; rice cooker;
  • 6-501.11 - several floor tiles in the walkin freezaer are broken or damaged or missing
  • 3-501.15B - Food containers for cooling food are arranged so as not allow for maximum heat transfer.
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat floors in all areas of the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 6-202.13A - there are several sticky strips used in the kitchen to catch flies
  • 3-501.15A - LARGE CONTAINER OF BROTH WA COOLING COVERED IN THE WALKIN The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
  • 4-204.112A - The temperature measuring device in the glass front refrigerator in the rear area was not located in the coldest part of the unit.
  • 3-501.14A - Critical Broth noted not being adequately cooled to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener.
December 10, 2004Routine416Details / Comments
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Noted several tofu containers holding other foods
  • 4-904.11B - Repeat Spoons/chopsticks unwrapped at table.
April 07, 2004Follow-up02Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.( walk-in ).
  • 6-305.11B - Repeat Lockers or other suitable facilities are not provided for employees clothing and other possessions. Clothes hanging on the shelving unit.
  • 3-301.11B - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 3-304.12 - Repeat Dispensing utensils improperly stored between use. Rice scoops in water.
  • 6-303.11C - Inadequate lighting was noted under the hood.
  • 4-501.11A - Observed the interior of the rice cooker is heavily scratched and the hood panel over the grill is damaged.
  • 6-202.11A - Lights bulb(s) in the @LOCATION@ are not covered by a protective shielding:1.Inside the walk-in2.under the hood
  • 3-501.16B - Critical Repeat Raw eggs cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting board(s) along the prep unit by the wall are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-204.112B - There was no temperature measuring device located in the :1. reach-in unit2.Display case
  • 4-602.12A - The food contact equipment surface of the floor mixer is observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 6-202.15 - Observed a gap at the back metal door.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment:1.At the back door2.In the dining area near the restroom
  • 4-101.111 - The nonfood contact surface of the wood pallets are not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1.Walk-in freezer2.Walk-in refrigerator
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of gaskets had accumulations of grime and debris:1.walk-in refrigerator
  • 2-402.11A - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 6-501.12A - Observed the ceiling tiles in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.( Soots)
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not aproved for use in a commercial food establishment:1.Ice crusher at the bar area
  • 4-904.11B - Repeat Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored with the handles up.( bar area).
  • 6-301.12A - Repeat Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at bar area.
  • 4-903.11C - Observed coffee filters were observed stored unprotected at the coffee station.
  • 6-501.113B - Observed cleaning tools improperly at the dining area.
  • 3-307.11 - Observed missing splash guard at the right side of the handsink near the prep table.
  • 6-303.11B - Inadequate lighting was noted in the hallway to the restroom.
  • 4-502-11A - Observed the scissor for cutting fried spring rolls was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 4-101.11B - Observed the bulk food containers are non-food grade.(green and beige rubbermaid)
  • 3-501.17A - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of other types of foods(tofu containers).
March 10, 2004Routine424Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11C - Repeat BOWLS ARE USED TO DISPENSE THE MSG, FLOUR, SUGAR AND RICE.
  • 43.1-1-5F - A CUISINART FOOD PROCESSOR IS IN THE KITCHEN.
  • 4-601.11C - Repeat THE FOLLOWING NONFOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT IS DIRTY: GASKETS ON REACH-IN REFRIGERATORS, DOOR RUNNERS ON SLIDING DOOR REFRIGERATOR, CART WITH FOODS BY THE WOKS, AND SHELVES BELOW AND ABOVE FOOD PREP TABLES.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat SOY SAUCE CONTAINES ARE REUSED TO STORE OTHER FOODS.
  • 6-305.11B - A PURSE AND SEVERAL COATS ARE ON SHELVES WITH FOOD STORAGE.
  • 4-501.14 - THE DISH MACHINE DOORS ARE DIRTY.
  • 3-304.12 - THE SCOOP FOR THE COOKED RICE IS IN A PAN OF WATER.
  • 4-501.11A - THERE IS NO SHIELD OVER THE BLADES IN ONE MICROWAVE, AND SEVERAL PLASTIC CONTAINERS ARE BROKEN.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat WOODEN PALLATS ARE USED AS SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical THE INSIDE OF THE REACH-IN REFRIGERATORS ARE DIRTY.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Repeat THE RAW BEEF IS ABOVE THE NOODLES IN ONE REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR, AND THE RAW SHELL EGGS ARE ABOVE THE VEGETABLES IN THE WALK-IN REFRIGERATOR.
  • 7-201.11B - Critical CANS OF ICE BREAKER, WD-40, AND OIL ARE STORED ON A SHELF WITH FOOD.
February 21, 2003Routine39Details / Comments

May 12, 2009 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a Critical Procedure Inspection where the emphasis is on those risk factors that most directly affect the safe and sanitary preparation and service of food. Other less critical items, if observed, are not mentioned in this report but are brought to the food manager's attention for correction.
ALL critical and easily correctable non-critical violations shall be corrected immediately or by the date indicated. If any questions arise, please contact me at the telephone number provided.
Water Heater: A O Smith BT 251 A738 180,000 BTU
Dish Machine: Autochlor A5
Pest Control: visits every 2 weeks
Grease trap: cleaned weekly
Hoods and Filters: cleaned every 4 months
Please remember that proper hand washing is the most important thing that food service employees can do to prevent food contamination. Review when and how to wash hands with all employees and monitor hand washing practices.

October 14, 2008 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a follow up inspection, mainly to confirm that the reach-in refrigerator temperature has been corrected. Most other violations mentioned on the previous report have also been corrected.

October 09, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a ROUTINE inspection at the above named establishment.
It is important that raw meat is stored properly within refrigeration and freezer units to prevent cross contamination. Raw meat should be stored separately from ready to eat foods and from other types of raw meat. If stored on the same shelving unit within refrigerator and freezer units, raw meat should be stored as follows:
TOP SHELF: All pre-cooked and ready to eat foods (e.g. vegetables)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/raw eggs/raw pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw ground beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
All critical and easily correctable non-critical violations shall be corrected immediately. All other violations must be corrected as soon as possible within the next 90 days. If any questions arise, please contact me at the number provided.
Please remember that proper hand washing is the most important thing that food service employees can do to prevent food contamination. Review when and how to wash hands with all employees and monitor hand washing practices.
Water Heater: A O Smith BT 251 A738 180,000 BTU
Dish Machine: Autochlor A4
Pest Control: visits every 2 weeks
Grease trap: cleaned weekly
Hoods and Filters: cleaned every 4 months

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CARD RENEWALS REQUIRE THE APPLICANT TO TAKE AND PASS THE FOOD MANAGER TEST. THE NEW CARD WILL BE VALID FOR FIVE YEARS

April 09, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. Pest: mo; last,March. Grease trap; 3-7 days. Hood: 4 mos. Dish machine: AutoChlor A5, 43.7gph, wash 125F, rinse 127F, 50ppm. Water heater: AO Smith, BT 251 A730, 180,000btu, 210gph. A business card with the Food Safety Section's web site, and educational materials regarding food safety and employee health, were handed out.

October 30, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a critical procedures inspection. Pest: mo; last, Sept. Grease trap:3-7 days. Hood: 4 mos. Dish machine: AutoChlor, A5, 43.7gph, 128F wash, 135F rinse, 50ppm. Water heater: AO Smith, BT 251 A730, 180,000btu, 210gph.

April 11, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. A pest control company treats once a month. The grease trap is cleaned out every 3-7 days. The hood is cleaned every 4 months. Dish machine; Autochlor, A5, 43.7gph, wash 125F, rinse 130F, 50ppm. Water heater: per the CFM, the water heater is the same one since the opening in 2001; AO Smith, BT 251 A730, 180,000btu, 210gph.

November 09, 2006 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection. All critical violations were corrected before or during today's inspection. Maintain critical violations corrected. Correct remaining non-critical violations within thirty (30) days. Contact me if any questions arise. Thank you.
IMPORTANT:
1. It is important that raw meat is stored properly within refrigeration and freezer units to prevent cross contamination. Raw meat should be stored separately from ready to eat foods and from other types of raw meat. If stored on the same shelving unit within refrigerator and freezer units, raw meat should be stored as follows:
TOP SHELF: All pre-cooked and ready to eat foods (e.g. vegetables)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/raw eggs/raw pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw ground beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
2. Maintain the blueberries at the bar covered so that they are protected from contamination.
REMINDERS: 1. Employees shall wash their hands frequently at hand sinks using warm water and soap. It is the duty of the CFM to monitor handwashing activities. 2. Employees shall handle ready-to-eat food properly using utensils and/or wearing disposable gloves that are changed often. 3. Monitor food, refrigeration and freezer temperatures. Use your calibrated thermometer to ensure food is held at 41F or below and 135F or above. 4. Maintain pest control services as needed. Keep records of all services provided. 5. If applicable, maintain grease trap and hood filter cleanings on a regular basis. Keep records of all cleanings performed. 6. Discuss with your employees illnesses and symptoms that would prevent them from coming to work (e.g. vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc.). 7. Contact the Health Department before making any changes, additions, and/or renovations to the establishment or existing equipment.

October 30, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct a routine inspection at the above named establishment. All critical violations were not corrected during the inspection. A follow-up inspection will be conducted on November 9, 2006 to ensure ALL critical violations and MOST non-critical violations have been corrected. Contact me if any questions arise prior to the follow-up inspection. Thank you.
IMPORTANT:
1. Monitor the temperature of the walk-in refrigerator to ensure it is capable of maintaining ambient air and food temperatures of 41F or below.
2.Ensure all equipment is sanitized before use. Sanitize your large pots in the three-compartment sink using chlorine (bleach) as set up during todays inspection. Use your test strips to ensure chlorine is used safely and effectively at 50-100ppm.
3. It is important that raw meat is stored properly within refrigeration and freezer units to prevent cross contamination. Raw meat should be stored separately from ready to eat foods and from other types of raw meat. If stored on the same shelving unit within refrigerator and freezer units, raw meat should be stored as follows:
TOP SHELF: All pre-cooked and ready to eat foods (e.g. vegetables)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/raw eggs/raw pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw ground beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
4. Maintain food contact surfaces and equipment clean to sight and touch. Clean and sanitize equipment used all day at least every four hours.
5. Ensure that prep top refrigerators are equipped with enough pairs of tongs so that raw chicken, raw beef, raw shrimp and vegetables have hteir own tongs (4 pairs). Do not share tons as this may cause cross contamination.
6. Instruct employees to drink in locations where they may not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, single service items or linens. Employee drinks should be equipped with a lid and a straw and stored appropriately.
7. Obtain a pest control service targetted at fruit flies observed at the bar and in dry storage areas. Eliminate all harborage conditions that may be contributing to pest presence and sustinence.
8. Maintain food items covered while not in use to protect against sources of contamination.
REMINDERS: 1. Employees shall wash their hands frequently at hand sinks using warm water and soap. It is the duty of the CFM to monitor handwashing activities. 2. Employees shall handle ready-to-eat food properly using utensils and/or wearing disposable gloves that are changed often. 3. Monitor food, refrigeration and freezer temperatures. Use your calibrated thermometer to ensure food is held at 41F or below and 135F or above. 4. Maintain pest control services as needed. Keep records of all services provided. 5. If applicable, maintain grease trap and hood filter cleanings on a regular basis. Keep records of all cleanings performed. 6. Discuss with your employees illnesses and symptoms that would prevent them from coming to work (e.g. vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc.). 7. Contact the Health Department before making any changes, additions, and/or renovations to the establishment or existing equipment.
NOTES TO THE OPERATOR:
The Fairfax County Health Department has an Enforcement Policy aimed to bring establishments in continued and repeat and/or flagrant violation into compliance. A Notice of Violation will be sent to your establishment if:
a) Critical violations cited in a routine inspection remain uncorrected at the time of a follow-up inspection
b) A violation has been cited three consecutive times within an eighteen month period
To avoid further enforcement action, which may result in the revocation of the permit to operate, have all repeat and critical violations corrected at the time of a follow-up inspection or at the next routine inspection.
The Fairfax County Health Department adopted the 2005 FDA Food Code as of September 1, 2006. The adoption of this code may affect your establishment. For more information on the 2005 FDA Food Code, go to http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/foodcode.html or contact the Health Department with any questions.
NOTES:
*Water heater: inaccessible (in ceiling above mop sink)
*Dishmachine: Autochlor A5, chemical sanitizing. Observed dispensing 50ppm. Test strips available
*Grease Trap: cleaned every 3-7 days
*Hood: system cleaned every four months
*Pest Control Services: obtained monthly. Receipt from last service obtained on 10/04 available for review. Fruit fly activity noted by pest technician and during todays inspection.

May 12, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection at this restaurant. There are several CFMs so there is backup as needed.
Water heater is installed above the floor so I cannot read the date plate; dishmachine is an Autochlor chemical machine, model A5. Grease traps are cleaned weekly; pest control services monthly. Hoods regularly cleaned; company is scheduled to come next week
Managers have made many corrections and improvements since the last inspection. Thank you!.

May 12, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection at this restaurant. There are several CFMs so there is backup as needed.
Water heater is installed above the floor so I cannot read the date plate; dishmachine is an Autochlor chemical machine, model A5. Grease traps are cleaned weekly; pest control services monthly. Hoods regularly cleaned; company is scheduled to come next week
Managers have made many corrections and improvements since the last inspection. Thank you!.

November 30, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection at this restaurant. Please note that there are many repeat violations. Focus on correcting repeat violations permanently. Many critical violations and repeat violations will result in Adminsistrative Action by Health Department.

May 11, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection of this restaurant. All critical violations must be corrected today. All others as soon as possible; within 90 days maximum. Focus on correcting critical and repeat violations.

December 10, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection of this facility. All critical items and items noted in capital letters are priorities for correction: to be corrected beginning immediatly.; Manager is to contact me early next week with CFM information. At least two other CFMs are needed (recommendation) to provide adeqate coverage. Focus on cooling methods. In addition to above ideas a cooling wand will help cool broth faster. Use tongs or scoops instead of bare hands to put noodles or vegetables in pho bowls.

April 07, 2004 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a followup inspection at this restaurant. All violations have been corrected as requested except for two (above). Corrected violations as soon as possible. Ecployees have done an excellent job of making corrections. Thank you.

March 10, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
* The establishment food handlers must wear a pair of gloves or use tongs when handling ready to eat foods at all times.

February 21, 2003 (Routine)


Violations:

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