Wine House, The, 212 - 3950 University Dr, Fairfax, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Wine House, The
Address: 212 - 3950 University Dr, Fairfax, Virginia
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: Jul 23, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

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Details / Comments

  • 3-203.12(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Tags missing from the molluscan shellfish containers.
  • 3-603.11(A) - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the following food item(s) that may be served raw and/or undercooked: Beef, fish (variety).
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Milk crate(s) found used for the following purpose(s): Serve as platforms to elevate supplies above the floor.
  • 4-204.112(E) - The temperature measuring device for the rinse cycle located on the warewashing machine does not work.
  • 4-204.112(E) - The food temperature probe in the one of the cookline refrigerators is not working.
  • 4-501.17 - Corrected During Inspection Detergents or cleaning agents were not present on premises for use at the warewash machine at the bar and kitchen.
  • 5-205.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located at the kitchen was blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing. Food storage cart was standing in front of the hand sink preventing easy access. A cleaning sponge was also noted in the sink prevent access for use.
  • 5-205.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the kitchen is being used to clean equipment and utensils. Cleaning sponge noted in the hand sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the cold water handle on the kitchen hand sink is missing and the handle on the door of a closet located near the manager's office is also missing.
  • 6-501.110(A) - Employees are not using a separate area to keep personal clothing. Cloths and bags noted on canned food on the shelving in the hallway.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Observed that too many items are being stored on the premises. Supplies surpass available space approved for operation.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the floor under and on the sides of the stove located under the hood system is in need of cleaning.
  • 6-501.16 - Observed that mops are improperly stored between use.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed that poisonous and toxic materials are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. bottles of cleaning chemicals stored next to plastic cup lids and above canned food in the dry storage area and at the bar.
July 23, 2009Routine310Details / 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.
  • 2-402.11(A) - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat 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: cooked chicken, dressings, sauces, pasta, and other food items.
  • 4-202.16 - Milk crate(s) found used for the following purpose:Storage platforms
  • 4-502.13(A) - Mozzarella cheese containers were observed reused for the storage of soups, dressings and other foods .
  • 43.1-3-5(a)-(c) - Critical The establishment has been closed and the permit to operate suspended due to the following imminent health hazard: Lack of hot water on premises.
  • 5-103.11(B) - Critical The water heater serving the food service establishment is not working.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Corrected During Inspection Observed that the floor under the cookline refrigerators and other stationary equipment is in need of cleaning.
January 06, 2009Routine45Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. January 06, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to explain how the PIC, food employees, and conditional employees comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to state the required temperatures and holding times for the potentially hazardous food items when being cooled
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: raw shell eggs over lettuce in the 2 door upright and raw tuna over ready-to-eat items in the 2 door reach-in refrigerator.
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection 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: pasta, tuna. and stocks.
  • 3-603.11(A) - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that the following food items may be served raw and/or undercooked: ahi tuna, tuna sashimi, Angus beef.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: ladel in storage.
  • 4-703.11(C) - Critical Due to improper operation of the low temperature chemical sanitizing mechanical warewashing machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not sanitized after cleaning. Observed the bar dishmachine with a concentration of 0ppm.
May 15, 2008Critical Procedures--Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 15, 2008Follow-up00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 11, 2008Follow-up00Details / Comments

July 23, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This was a routine inspection.No visible evidence of pest presence noted during the inspection. Pest control services are being provided monthly. Grease trap cleaning is being conducted every two to weeks, according to conversation with manager. The warewash machine was checked and tested and observed to be operating properly. The machine in the kitchen area passed the heat tape test.
Manager was advised to provide a consumer advisory including disclosure on the menu. This was available on previous menu but not on the menu available during this inspection. This has been discussed with the CFM as well as with owner by telephone. Owner indicated that since menus are created daily, this violation will be corrected very soon.
Manager was advised as follow:
1. To check and take temperatures of a sample of the potentially hazardous food s on delivery and to record the temperature on the invoice provided by the supplier.
2. To fax new menu to our office after the Consumer Advisory has been provided.
3. To discussed with employees health policy as it relates to foodborne illnesses, their symptoms, and working in food establishments in terms of restrictions.
Manager was given handouts of the Big Five Foodborne Illness Information sheet and the Foodborne Illness Decision (Flow chart) for CFM/PIC to use.

January 06, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This was a routine inspection. Correct all violations immediately. Food contact surfaces were very clean. However, there was n hot water available on premises and as a result the establishment has been ordered to cease operation effective immediately.
Call our office after hot water becomes available on premises. A follow-up inspection will be conducted to very compliance.
Water Heater: Bradford White; DM80T1993N
Dish Machine: Hobart, AAH;
Hood Filters: weekly
Hood System: 2x/year
Pest Control Services: PIC not aware of contract; no activity noted today

January 06, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This was follow-up inspection to verify compliance regarding the availability of hot water on premises.The establishment was ordered to cease operation and permit suspended due to a lack of hot water on premises.
The reinspection has been completed and the establishment is compliance. Establishment is approved to resume operation. Permit is reinstated.

May 15, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to perform a critical procedures inspection.
1) Do not use the bar dishmachine until it has been repaired and can provide a sanitizer concentration of 50-100ppm. Fax the repair invoice to my attention once it is received.
2) Additional guidance sheet provided to the person-in-charge regarding the Consumer Advisory on the menu. Fax/email final revision of menu before it is printed for final approval by 5/22.
3) It was stated that the hood system is not adequately pulling heat and steam/grease through the system. This was not observed today; however, as no cooking was observed during the inspection. The motor may need to be upgraded to provide adequate ventilation to the facility.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Bradford White; DM80T1993N
*Dish Machine: Hobart, AAH; wash at 160F, rinse at 199F; Jet Tech at bar; 0ppm
*Grease Trap: no schedule in place as of yet; recommend monthly
*Hood Filters: weekly
*Hood System: 2x/year
*Pest Control Services: no contract obtained yet; no activity noted today

April 15, 2008 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This visit was conducted to do a Follow up inspection on the dish machine which was not draining. Clogged drain line cleared
The dish machine has been tested and found to be operating at required temperature. Thermo label turned black when run through the dish machine - see folder

April 11, 2008 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This visit was conducted to do a Follow up on an inspection done on 03/06/08.
All violations corrected- dish machine in kitchen had a clogged drain line - unable to test- Technician on way to repair. CFM will call as soon as d/machine is repaired
Approval is hereby granted for the issuance of a Health Department permit. This inspection report shall serve as your permit until the official permit is obtained. A routine inspection will be conducted in approximately 30 days . No equipment additions/changes/replacement are allowed without Health Department approval.

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