Sabor Catracho Restaurant, 8339 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Sabor Catracho Restaurant
Address: 8339 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, Virginia
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: Apr 6, 2009

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Inspection Date

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Critical violations

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Details / 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.
  • 3-203.12(B) - Critical The tags for the molluscan shellfish are not being retained for 90 days. A hold order was placed.
  • 4-501.11(A) - The followng mechanical refrigeration unit is not currenlty operating as required to cold hold food at a temperature of 41F or less. The hot hold unit and freezer unit.
  • 4-904.11(A) - plastic utensils were found handled, displayed or dispensed with the food or lip-contact surface facing upward.
  • 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: blender.
  • 6-101.11(A) - The ceiling tiles located in kitchen is absorbent and not easily cleaned.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Repeat Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the wall is not maintained in good repair.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Spray can of house hold use only.
April 06, 2009Routine36Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: observed raw clams stored over cooked beef in the upright reach in freezer
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: hard boiled egg at the three door prep was 52F
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the gaskets on the reach in refrigerator and the walk in refrigerator and the caulking behind the sinks had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 43.1-3-4(a)-(h) - The Person in Charge (PIC) has a valid certificate of successful completion of a Certified Food Manager (CFM) exam but does not possess the CFM card issued by ORS Interactive, Inc
  • 5-205.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the front is being used for purposes other than washing hands.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Corrected During Inspection Observed that no paper towels were available for handwashing sink at front handsink .
  • 6-501.12(A) - The door to the walk in refrigerator is noted in need of cleaning.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops and brooms not hung up to air dry.
April 03, 2008Routine--Details / Comments
3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the refrigeration unit. (raw beef over cooked beef in the sandwich prep unit, raw beef and mussels over cooked shrimp in the reach-in freezer, raw shell eggs over sauce in the walk in cooler)June 07, 2007Follow-up10Details / Comments
43.1-3-3(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical (Repeat) There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning of the inspection. The Certified Food Manager arrived approximately 10 minutes after my arrival at the facility.May 09, 2007Follow-up10Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: In the walk in refrigerator observed raw chicken stored over Fruitful popsicles and tamales. In the walk in refrigerator, observed a container of uncovered raw chicken stored over tamales AND observed raw ground beef stored over coleslaw, raw cut cabbage, lettuce and tamales. .
  • 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: In the walk in freezer, observed raw chicken over raw beef.
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food in the following location where the food is subject to contamination: In the walk in refrigerator observed uncovered onions, green peppers, beets in a bucket, uucca and raw chicken.
  • 5-202.13 - Critical Repeat An air gap between the water supply outlet and the flood rim level 3-vat sink is not observed.
April 09, 2007Follow-up40Details / Comments
  • 3-203.11(A) - Repeat Molluscan shellfish (shellstock) removed from its original container and placed on display with no record keeping system in place to preserve the source identification.
  • 3-203.12(A) - Critical Repeat Inadequate record keeping system for molluscan shellfish when removed from their tagged or labeled container.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: In the walk in freezer observed raw chicken stored over black beans, and cooked pollo (chicken).
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and seafood in the walk in freezer.
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food in the following location where the food is subject to contamination: Black beans in the walk in freezer.
  • 3-501.16(A)(1) - Critical Repeat The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Chicken in the hot hold box was observed hot holding at a temperatue of 129F. Note the CFM was instructed to reheat the chicken in the microwave to a minimum of 165F. Upon reinspection, the chicken was measured at 170F.
  • 5-202.13 - Critical Repeat An air gap between the water supply outlet and the flood rim level of the drain under the 3-vat sink is not observed.
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Repeat Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the back door of the of the facility.
February 21, 2007Routine--Details / Comments
  • 3-203.11(A) - Molluscan shellfish (shellstock) removed from its original container and placed on display with no record keeping system in place to preserve the source identification.
  • 3-203.12(A) - Critical Inadequate record keeping system for molluscan shellfish when removed from their tagged or labeled container.
  • 3-203.12(B) - Critical The tags for the molluscan shellfish are not being retained for 90 days.
  • 3-301.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat form.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: In the walk in freezer observed raw chicken stored over black beans, and cooked pollo (chicken).
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and seafood in the walk in freezer.
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the following location where the food is subject to contamination: Black beans in the walk in freezer.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Wet wiping cloths were stored on counters and not in buckets of sanitizer solution
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 Observed buckets of black beans stored on floor of walk in freezer.
  • 3-501.16(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Chicken in the hot hold box was observed hot holding at a temperatue of 129F. Note the CFM was instructed to reheat the chicken in the microwave to a minimum of 165F. Upon reinspection, the chicken was measured at 170F.
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - Critical The following ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food in the refrigeration unit is not used within 24 hours of preparation and is not properly dated for disposition within 7 days at 41F:
  • 4-602.11(E)(4) - Surfaces of ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, and enclosed components of equipment are not being cleaned as required. The ice machine was observed with mold growing inside the unit. NOTE: clean the ice machine when the machine is empty of ice and not when the ice machine has ice, or discard the ice in the machine if any cleaner comes in contact with the ice.
  • 43.1-3-3(a) - Critical There is no Certified Food Manager present at the end of the inspection.
  • 5-202.13 - Critical An air gap between the water supply outlet and the flood rim level of the drain under the 3-vat sink is not observed.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Critical Plumbing connections under the 3-vat sink piping are leaking.
  • 5-501.113(B) - Corrected During Inspection Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the back door of the of the facility.
February 01, 2007Routine107Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Open drinking containers, soda, stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Bowls are used to dispense the raw rice, spice, salt and flour.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food, chicken and beef, stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor of the walk-in refrigerator and walk-in freezer less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-202.16 - Soda crates found used for the following: shelves in the walk-in freezer.
  • 4-302.14 - There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-501.11A - PLastic strips inside reach-in freezer were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of other foods.
  • 4-601.11C - 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 below prep tables.
  • 4-904.11B - Unwrapped knives and forks were not stored with the handles up.
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: Smart and West Blend crock pots.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 6-202.11A - Light bulb in the reach-in refrigterator is not covered by a protective shielding.
  • 6-301.11 - Corrected During Inspection Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the front prep area.
  • 6-301.12A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at the front prep area.
  • 6-303.11C - Inadequate lighting was noted in the ceiling in the front prep area.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
May 11, 2006Routine215Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. November 18, 2005Follow-up00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. November 18, 2005Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food, beef, stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 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: all of the shelves in the kitchen.
  • 6-301.12A - Corrected During Inspection Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at the kitchen.
  • 6-501.111D - Harborage conditions exist. Several live and many dead roaches were seen in the kitchen.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working container of degreaser is not properly labeled.
  • 7-202.12A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The home-use Raid insecticide is not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions.
November 04, 2005Critical Procedures--Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food, beef, stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 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: all of the shelves in the kitchen.
  • 6-301.12A - Corrected During Inspection Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at the kitchen.
  • 6-501.111D - Harborage conditions exist. Several live and many dead roaches were seen in the kitchen.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working container of degreaser is not properly labeled.
  • 7-202.12A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The home-use Raid insecticide is not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions.
November 04, 2005Critical Procedures--Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Pan is in the ice machine.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Soda crates found used for the following: shelves in walk-in freezer.
  • 4-302.14 - Repeat There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-601.11C - Corrected During Inspection The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: top of ice machine and shelf above the 3-vat sink.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 6-202.11A - Repeat Lights bulb in the reach-in refrigerator is not covered by a protective shielding.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. On the ice machine.
  • 7-202.12A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The Raid insecticide is not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions. Home use only.
April 29, 2005Routine36Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. Pan is in the ice machine.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Soda crates found used for the following: shelves in walk-in freezer.
  • 4-302.14 - Repeat There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-601.11C - Corrected During Inspection The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: top of ice machine and shelf above the 3-vat sink.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 6-202.11A - Repeat Lights bulb in the reach-in refrigerator is not covered by a protective shielding.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. On the ice machine.
  • 7-202.12A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The Raid insecticide is not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions. Home use only.
April 29, 2005Routine36Details / Comments
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Soda crates observed used as storage shelves in the walk-in freezer.
  • 4-402.11A - Repeat No wheels observed on prep table with microwave and rice cooker.
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat The walk-in door observed not to close properly. The bottom of the door does not seal properly.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The following observed damaged:1. gaskets to the Bev. Air two door prep2. catch pan observed missing at the vent hood.
  • 6-202.11A - Repeat Lights bulb(s) in the following are not covered by a protective shielding:1. hot hold (chicken)2. True upright
  • 6-202.15 - Repeat Gap observed along the right side of rear exit door.
April 07, 2005Pre-Opening06Details / Comments
  • 4-101.111 - 1. Tape observed on several units and ice machine.2. Foil observed on shelves of several units.3. Exposed wood observed above prep sink.
  • 4-202.16 - Soda crates observed used as storage shelves in the walk-in freezer.
  • 4-204.112A - Thermometers in the following units observed not in front of the units:1. walk-in2. Superior two door upright display.
  • 4-302.14 - There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-402.11A - No wheels observed on prep table with microwave and rice cooker.
  • 4-501.11A - The walk-in door observed not to close properly.
  • 4-501.11B - The following observed damaged:1. gaskets to the Bev. Air two door prep2. catch pan observed missing at the vent hood.3. Shelving where dry storage is stored observed rusty.4. No drain stoppers observed at the three comp. sink.5. Bottom shelf to prep table observed in poor condition (by the rear exit door).6. One door knob observed missing at front cabinet area.7. Handle to grease compartment of rotisserie observed damaged.
  • 4-602.13 - The following observed in need of cleaning:1. gaskets to the walk-in2. interior of True upright3. shelving in True upright.
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following item is intended for household use only and is not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: crock pot.
  • 5-205.15B - The following observed leaking:1. front hand sink faucet2. bottom pipe to front hand sink3. three comp. sink faucetThe grease trap could not be opened at time of inspection.
  • 5-501.16C - No trash cans observed at any of the hand sinks.
  • 5-501.17 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room stall.
  • 6-202.11A - Lights bulb(s) in the following are not covered by a protective shielding:1. hot hold (chicken)2. True upright
  • 6-202.14 - Men's restroom door is not tight fitting. and/or provided with a self- closing door.
  • 6-202.15 - Gap observed along the right side of rear exit door.
  • 6-303.11A - Not enough light observed in the walk-in.
  • 6-303.11C - Light bulbs observed out in the kitchen.
  • 6-501.11 - The following observed in need of repair:1. wall by soap dispenser in women's restroom observed in need of painting.2. The caulk at the vent hood observed peeling apart.3. front cabinet area observed not sealed and in need of painting4. Bottom of walk-in observed not sealed properly.5. Hole observed in wall by prep sink.6. Coving observed missing in utility room.7. Utility room observed in need of painting.8. Holes observed in wall above three comp. sink.9. Coving observed separating by back hand sink.10. Wall observed separated under the back hand sink.11. Wall behind clean utensil rack observed damaged.12. Hole observed in rear exit door.13. Top of walk-in freezer observed in need of sealing.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Live roaches observed behind wood utensil rack above prep sink.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.Unnecessary items observed at the front counter area.
  • 6-501.12A - The following observed in need of cleaning:1. behind prep table and hot hold chicken unit2. light shielding3. several ceiling tiles observed damaged/stained.
  • 6-501.14A - Vent hood is overdue for cleaning.
  • 6-501.18 - The caulk at the following sinks observed damaged:1. front hand sink2. back hand sink3. hand sink in men's restroom4. hand sink in women's restroom5. prep sink
April 05, 2005Pre-Opening122Details / Comments

April 06, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Hot water heater: AO Smith, DRI 52 917
Dishmachine: N/A
Vent hood cleaning: every 6 months,
Pest Control service: every 1 month:
Consumer Advisory: n/a

April 03, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this inspection is a routine inspection. Please do the following:
1. Fax a copy of the paper certificate for your cfm exam to my attention at the health department within 10 days. When you receive the paper certificate, obtain your photo identification card at ORS, interactive and fax a copy of this card, to my attention, within an additional 21 days (three weeks)
2. For the Amended Corporation name change do the following: A Fill out a new application for the food permit, B. Obtain a copy of the business license with the corrected/amended name change for the corporation C. Attach the legal paperwork to show that the corporation has undergone an amended name change D. Fax items A, B and C to the health department within 10 days.
Other notes:
therm. calibrated, 50ppm chlorine sanitize, times one handwash.
Thank you for accompanying me through the Routine Inspection as your participation allows me to clarify information and identify areas where your processes may need further attention or assessment.
******IMPORTANT: I will conduct a follow-up inspection within 10 days if I haven't received a copy of the paper certificate verifying the passing for the CFM.
CROSS CONTAMINATION
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, noodles)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef/raw pork
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
If needed, in Spanish it is as follows:
ESTANTE SUPERIOR: la comida precocinada y la comida que esta lista para comer (como vegetales)
SEGUNDO ESTANTE: Mariscos crudo y huevos
TERCER ESTANTE: Carne cruda
ESTANTE INFERIOR: Pollo crudo
I recommend making signs with this order and placing them on your refrigeration units so that your employees know the proper storage of food.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
Hot water heater: AO Smith, DRI 52 917, which uses to 15 kw produce 75 GPH. of 120F water at an 80F rise
Dishmachine: N/A
Vent hood cleaning: every 6 months, last inspected Nov 2007, due May, 2008
Pest Control service: every 1 month:
Consumer Advisory: n/a
It has been a pleasure to serve you today. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call 703-246-2444. Thank You.

June 07, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violation: 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the refrigeration unit. (raw beef over cooked beef in the sandwich prep unit, raw beef and mussels over cooked shrimp in the reach-in freezer, raw shell eggs over sauce in the walk in cooler)
Raw foods like poultry, beef, pork, seafood, and eggs shall be stored properly inside refrigerators and freezers to prevent cross contamination. Raw foods shall be stored on shelving units BELOW or SEPARATED from all cooked foods, commercially processed foods, washed produce, leftover foods, etc.
Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection, to the Informal Conference conducted on 5/8/2007. Please review the following:
1. Upon my inspection of the refrigeration and freezer units at the facility, I observed signs posted on the storage shelving of the walk in cooler and freezer. The signage specified which food item was to be placed on the which shelf.
2. Additionally, I did observe one handwritten food storage chart on one of reach in freezer units. However, the CFM was unable to locate the food storage charts provided by the Health Department. I provided food storage chart to the CFM to be placed on all refrigeration and freezer units.
3. Proper food storage was observed in all refrigeration and freezer units, with the exception of the following:
1. raw shell eggs were observed over sauce containers in the walk in cooler
2. raw beef, mussels and crabs were observed over and being stored with cooked shrimp in the reach in freezer unit
3. raw beef was over cooked beef in the sandwich prep unit.
---at my request, all food storage violations were corrected.
4. I did verify the repair were made to the drain lines under the 3-vat sink and a proper air gap was provided to the sanitize basin drain, via a visual inspection.
5. With the correction of the food storage violations observed, the facility is now deemed to be in substantial compliance and will be returned to normal inspection frequency. Please maintain proper food storage at all times.

May 09, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violation: 43.1-3-3(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical (Repeat) There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning of the inspection. The Certified Food Manager arrived approximately 10 minutes after my arrival at the facility.
It shall be unlawful to operate a food establishment unless it is under the immediate control of a certified food manager. It is highly suggested that you have more than one employee with the food manager's license. ORS Interactive, Inc. (see handout provided) issues the required photo identification card with proof of successful completion of a certified food manager's exam. Failure to have a certified food manager on site during ALL hours of operation including food preparation, food service, and cleaning/sanitizing of equipment/utensils will result in closure of the establishment.
Comments:
The purpose of this visit is to hand-deliver an Informal Conference Results Letter to the above facility. Upon my arrival, I asked a food worker to speak to the owner. Because the owner was unavailable, I asked to speak to a Certified Food Manager to sign for the letter. It was discovered that there was no Certified Food Manager at the establishment. Therefore, an owner, who is also a CFM, was called and arrived approximately 10 minutes after my arrival. The letter was delivered to the owner.
BECAUSE OF A REPEAT VIOLATION, FURTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTION MAY BE NECESSARY. If you have any questions please call 703-246-8442.

April 09, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this inspection is a follow-up to a Notice of Violation hand delivered on March 30, 2007. Four violations remained uncorrected at the time of inspection. Continue to maintain critical violations corrected. and repair the airgap requirement at the three vat sink.
AT THIS TIME THE FACILITY IS NOT IN SUBSTANTIAL COMPLIANCE. A NOTICE OF INFORMAL CONFERENCE WILL BE SENT TO THE OPERATOR VIA CERTIFIED MAIL. iF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL 703-246-8442.

February 21, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this inspection is a follow-up to a routine inspection on Feburary 1, 2007. All Critical violations have NOT been corrected at the time of inspection. Violation(s) are now repeat and/or flagrant and enforcement action may now be warranted. Continue to correct critical violations and work on the non-critical violations. You will receive a Notice of Violation in the mail. If you have any questions, please call the health department at 703-246-2444.

February 01, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this inspection was in response to a complaint received by our office on February 1, 2007. A routine inspection was conducted in addition to the complaint inspection. The complainant reported that a hamburger and fries was ordered at the above facility on 1/30/2007. When the complainant sat at the table in the facility, the complainant reportedly observed roaches. In addition, the complainant reported that when he used the bathroom at the facility, there were roaches in the bathroom as well. When the complainant attempted to report the problem to the person in charge, the report could not be understood because of a language barrier.
During my inspection, I looked under the waterheater, in closets, and under the sinks and under the refrigeration units using a flashlight. In addition, the bathrooms were inspected. I observed 2 dead roaches (one in the bathroom and one near the waterheater) I did not observe any live roaches. On the day of the inspection, a pest control company had inspected and treated for german roaches. The facility is treated every 1 month and has a contract with the above named pest control company.
The bathrooms were observed clean and neat. The women's restroom had a missing toilet tank cover. However, the person in charge has purchased a new cover and will be installing the cover by my follow-up in 10 days.
COMPLAINT INSPECTION: 1. The dumpster lid was observed open. keep dumpster lids closed at all times. 2. The prep sink was leaking-repair the leak. 3. There was an odor coming from the grease trap---increase the frequency of cleaning. Per conversation with a food service worker, it is cleaned when it backs up...DO NOT WAIT UNTIL IT BACKS UP. Clean the grease trap at a minimum of monthly cleanings. Keep a log of cleaning. 4. The facility has a minimum amount of clutter, however, clutter, tight spaces will encourage pests to reside....reduce the clutter and you will decrease the risk of attracting pests in your facility.
Because live roaches were not observed during my inspection, the complaint IS NOT CONFIRMED, and is therefore closed. However, note the above risk factors and the violations found in the above report. Correct critical violations within 10 days and non cricital violations within 90 days.
Thank you for accompanying me through the Routine Inspection as your participation allows me to clarify information and identify areas where your processes may need further attention or assessment.
******IMPORTANT: I will conduct a follow-up inspection within 10 days. During this inspection, ALL CRITICAL VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED OR ENFORCEMENT ACTION MAY BE WARRANTED.******
In addition, I will be looking for a copy of the shell stock tags for the clams. From here on out, maintain shell stock tags at the facility for 90 days for inspection by the health department. Remember to keep the clams in the original container, then when the bag is completely used, keep the tag which will be attached to the bag...This tag must be maintained at the facility for 90 days.
Also: Maintain your contract with the pest control company.
I HAVE LEFT INFORMATION FOR YOU, CONCERNING THE PROPER WAY TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN THE REFRIGERATION UNITS:
CROSS CONTAMINATION
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, noodles)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef/raw pork
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
If needed, in Spanish it is as follows:
ESTANTE SUPERIOR: la comida precocinada y la comida que esta lista para comer (como vegetales)
SEGUNDO ESTANTE: Mariscos crudo y huevos
TERCER ESTANTE: Carne cruda
ESTANTE INFERIOR: Pollo crudo
I recommend making signs with this order and placing them on your refrigeration units so that your employees know the proper storage of food.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
Hot water heater: AO Smith, DRI 52 917, which uses to 15 kw produce 75 GPH. of 120F water at an 80F rise
Dishmachine: N/A
Vent hood cleaning: every 6 months
Pest Control service: every 1 month: increase frequency if activity noted.
Consumer Advisory: n/a
It has been a pleasure to serve you today. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call 703-246-2444. Thank You.

May 11, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. A pest control company treats once a month. The grease trap is cleaned out 2-3 times a month. Bleach sanitizing concentration in the 3-vat sink is 100ppm.

November 18, 2005 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This is a follow-up inspection from the 11/4/05 inspection to check on the presence of roaches. No live roaches were seen today. A pest control company treated the restaurant, all unnecessary items were removed and the shelves in the kitchen were cleaned.

November 18, 2005 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This is a follow-up inspection from the 11/4/05 inspection to check on the presence of roaches. No live roaches were seen today. A pest control company treated the restaurant, all unnecessary items were removed and the shelves in the kitchen were cleaned.

November 04, 2005 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a critical procedures inspection. A pest control company treats once a month. The grease trap is cleaned out 2-3 times a month. A follow up inspection will be conducted on November 18, 2005.

November 04, 2005 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a critical procedures inspection. A pest control company treats once a month. The grease trap is cleaned out 2-3 times a month. A follow up inspection will be conducted on November 18, 2005.

April 29, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. A pest control company treats once a month.

April 29, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. A pest control company treats once a month.

April 07, 2005 (Pre-Opening)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a change of ownership inspection. Please review the following comments:
**Approval is hereby granted for the issuance of a Health Department permit. This inspection report shall serve as your permit unit the official permit is obtained. All outstanding violations are to be corrected within ten (10) days but no later than the time of your first inspection (approximately thirty (30) days). No equipment additions/replacement/changes are allowed without Health Department approval.**
Dishmachine: N/A.
Sanitizer: Quaternary Ammonia.
Grease trap cleaning: opened during inspection. Observed very clean. Will be cleaned regularly on Monday's.
Vent hood cleaning: Just cleaned.
Pest Control service: Contracted monthly.
Seating: 60, all non-smoking.
Consumer Advisory: All foods are fully cooked.
Maintain all invoices on grease trap cleaning and Professional Pest Control Company services.

April 05, 2005 (Pre-Opening)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a change of ownership inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. Due to large number of violations, approval for Health Department permit is hereby denied.
2. Correct ALL violations.
3. Contact me once all violations have been corrected to schedule a reinspection.
4. Establishment must remain closed until all violations have been corrected and approval for Health Department permit has been granted.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Thank you.
Be sure vent hood and grease trap are cleaned and a Professional Pest Control Company has conducted a service before reinspection.

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