Restaurant: Hidden Horse Tavern
Address: 7 Washington Street West/ P.O. Box 1742, Middleburg, Virginia
Phone: (540) 687-3828
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: Nov 18, 2008
0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
1100 - The food contact surface of the food processor is not smooth, contains cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned.
1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of cole slaw.
1770 A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener, pliers.
2890 - Light bulb in the food warmer is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
3340 1 - Containers of medicines, paint, and bug spray are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
1800 - The ceiling and shelving in the back are dusty. Clean the ceiling and shelving.
1800 - The divider of the ice machine has an orange discoloration. Clean the divider.
March 13, 2008 (Routine)
Violation: 0690 - Corrected During Inspection A can of Sacramento tomato juice has a severe dent on the seam of the can. Discard the can.
October 16, 2007 (Routine)
Violation: 0450 C - An employee observed handling ready to eat food with bare hands. Remind employees to use gloves for ready to eat foods.
April 10, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. Provide suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment to handle RTE food to prevent contamination from hands.
1100 - The food contact surface of the food processor is not smooth, contains cracks, chips, or pits and can not be easily cleaned. Repair or replace the @EQUIPMENT@ to provide a food contact surface that is smooth and easily cleanable, free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices to prevent buildup of food debris.
1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions. Obtain a quaternary ammonia test kit so that employees can accurately monitor the concentration of the sanitizing solutions and maintain them at a safe and effective level.
1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of cole slaw. Discontinue the reuse of manufacturer containers for cole slaw storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
1770 A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener, pliers. Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
2890 - Light bulb in the food warmer is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent. Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories, i.e. men and women's restrooms, used by food employees.
3340 1 - Containers of medicines, paint, and bug spray are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Containers of medicines, paint, and bug spray must be separated by spacing or partitioning to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
December 08, 2006 (Routine)
Violation: 1770 C - The food storage shelving in the kitchen has an accumulation of grease. Clean and sanitize the shelving.
June 21, 2006 (Routine)
Violation: 0220 - Critical In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils. Employees may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of (1) The employee's hands (2) The container and (3) Exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
January 09, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
1190 - The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring devices (degrees F) located in the beer cooler and small freezer are missing. Provide a temperature measuring device that is accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit in the intended range of use.
3180 - The ceiling in the kitchen has an accumulation of dust. Clean the ceiling.
3300 - 3 in 1 oil, vinyl spackling container, paint can located in the kitchen. Remove this items from the kitchen.
July 26, 2005 (Routine)
Violations:
1570 - The reach-in cooler under the grill has one door which will not close properly and the seal of another door is damaged. Adjust the door and replace the worn seal.
3180 - Dust observed on the ceiling and walls in the kitchen. Remove the dust.
January 27, 2005 (Routine)
Violation: 1800 - The bottom oven surface is cracked. Repair the cracks.
September 21, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
1800 - Dust accumulating on the ceiling. Clean the ceiling.
1800 - Cook books accumulating grease and dust. Remove/clean the cookbooks.
June 29, 2004 (Routine)
Violation: 3180 - The floor under the 3-vat sink has a black discoloration. Clean the floor in this location.
March 18, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
3180 - There is dust on the ceiling in the back. Remove the dust.
1770 - The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer have an accumulation of food debris. Clean this area.
1770 - The shelving over the reach-in cooler is stained in areas. Repaint the shelving.
3280 - Dead insects were found on the storage area behind the stove. Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
November 04, 2003 (Routine)
Violations:
3180 - There is a slight accumulation of dust on the ceiling. Clean the ceiling.
1800 - The ice machine has a black discoloration on the plastic inside. Clean this area.
July 23, 2003 (Routine)
Violations:
1800 - The surfaces surrounding the slicer blade and food holding unit have dried food debris. Clean and sanitize these surfaces.
3180 - The ceiling and walls in the kitchen around the oven are in need of cleaning. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
February 06, 2003 (Routine)
Violations:
1080 - Door gasket in disrepair in Norlake refrigerator Remove this item from the refrigerator and replace with an approved gasket Equipment and utensils must be capable of maintaining their original characteristics in order to be easily cleaned and to prevent contamination of food.
1770 - Encrusted food deposits and/or other soil deposits were observed on the food contact surfaces of the following equipment : cutting boards. Clean and sanitize cutting boards daily.Procure new cutting boards if the ugly stains can not be removed.
1880 - The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: cutting boards. After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized.
3200 - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned Ther was excessive dirt on the ceiling in the kitchen. Clean intake and exhaust air ducts and change filters so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt and other materials
Restaurant representatives - add corrected or new information about Hidden Horse Tavern, 7 Washington Street West/ P.O. Box 1742, Middleburg, VA »