Pho Saigon 8 Restaurant, 3819 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Pho Saigon 8 Restaurant
Address: 3819 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Virginia
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: Jun 16, 2009

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  • 3-302.12 - Observed spice containers unlabeled.
  • 3-304.15A4 - Corrected During Inspection Observed single-use gloves saved for reuse.
  • 4-101.11B - Observed chipped plates stored for use.
  • 4-501.12 - Observed cutting board scored along the prep cooler.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical 1. Observed plates dirty in the basement.2. Observed gaskets at prep coolers dirty.
  • 4-602.11E - Critical Observed mold buildup inside the ice machine.
  • 4-903.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Observed measuring cups stored near the handsink.
  • 4-903.11A2 - Observed to-go containers stored on the floor in the basement.
  • 5-205.15B2 - Observed the drain the basement in need of snaking.
  • 6-202.15A - Corrected During Inspection Observed the back door not completely closed.
  • 6-501.12A - Observed handsink faucets dirty.
June 16, 2009Routine29Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11C - Corrected During Inspection Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. A cup is used as ascoop in the ice bin.
  • 5-205.15B1 - The hand sink at the bar lacks hot water.
  • 7-102.11 - Critical Working container of hand sink is not properly labeled at the front hand sink.
February 10, 2009Routine12Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. December 09, 2008Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Red wine vinegar stored on the floor.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the warmer, the ice machine, and the prep table.
  • 4-903.11A3 - The juicer, the scale, and food processor were found not stored 6 inches above the floor in the kitchen..
  • 4-904.11B - Unwrapped spoons were not stored bar with the handles up.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Repeat No hot water is provided at the bar hand sink.
  • 7-201.11A - Critical Container of paint not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food in the kitchen.
August 19, 2008Routine25Details / Comments
  • 2-402.11 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Raw animal food holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food (RTE). Raw chicken is improperly stored with vegetables in the True reach-in refrigerator.
  • 3-302.11A4 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Onions are improperly stored on the kitchen floor.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: large bulk containers, bowls, and the interior of the ice machine.
  • 5-205.11B3 - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the cook line is being used to clean equipment (sheet tray).
  • 5-205.15B1 - No hot water is provided at the bar hand sink
  • 6-301.12 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing facility in the bar area.
June 10, 2008Routine26Details / Comments
  • 3-305.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Ground beef improperly stored on the walk-in refrigerator floor.
  • 3-602.12A - Critical Repeat Consumer warnings were not provided for rare steak.
March 28, 2008Routine11Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11H - Consumers are not aware when they order raw or partially cooked Ready-To-Eat (RTE) Foods of animal origin that the food is not cooked sufficiently to ensure its safety.
  • 2-402.11 - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-301.11C - Repeat Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. A plastic bowl is used as a scoop in the bulk dry ingredients.
  • 3-501.13A - Repeat Improper methods used to thaw meat at room temperature.
  • 3-602.12A - Critical Consumer warnings were not provided for rare steak.
  • 4-301.12B - The compartments of the 3-vat sink are not large enough to accommodate the largest piece of equipment.
  • 6-202.15A - Repeat The outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. The back door has a gap at the bottom.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Effective methods are not being used to control mice.
  • 7-201.11A - Critical Containers of cleaners are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food on the prep table bottom shelf.
January 09, 2008Routine36Details / Comments
  • 2-402.11 - Corrected During Inspection Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-301.11C - Excessive bare hand contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat (RTE) form. A bowl is used as a scoop in the flour bin.
  • 3-302.11A4 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered flour in the dry storage area.
  • 3-304.13 - Linens and/or napkins were in contact with food in the walk-in refrigerator.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Provide a bucket of sanitizer for the wiping cloths.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the interior of the reach-in freezers, the ice machine, the food processor, the bowl warmer, sauce pans and the cutting boards.
  • 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: the exterior of the freezer chest, the exterior of the microwave ovens, the plate carts, and storage shelves.
  • 4-903.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection The ice buckets and a sheet tray were found not stored 6 inches above the floor in the kitchen..
  • 5-205.11B1 - The handwashing station at the dish washing station is being used for purposes other than washing hands. A soiled bucket is placed in the hand sink.
  • 6-202.15A - The outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. The back door has a gap at the bottom between the doors.
  • 6-501.111B - The premises are not being routinely inspected for evidence of pests. Observed mouse droppings in the dry storage area.
  • 6-501.12A - The floor in the kitchen was noted in need of cleaning.
October 29, 2007Routine210Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit and the reach-in refrigerator.
  • 3-501.13A - Repeat Improper methods used to thaw chicken.
  • 4-501.11A - The make table/deli refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair and is holding water.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the ice machine and the plate rack.
  • 6-305.11B - Corrected During Inspection Lockers or other suitable facilities are not provided for employees' clothing and other possessions. Employee's hat is improperly stored with food at the cookline.
August 20, 2007Routine14Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Canned goods are stored on the floor in the kitchen.
  • 3-305.12I - Food storage under other sources of contamination. The top of the trash can is used as an extra prep table.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the sugar bin, slicer, the ice machine, and the reach-in freezer.
  • 5-205.11B4 - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the dish washing area is being used to rinse foods.
  • 6-501.19 - Toilet room doors are being kept open.
June 06, 2007Routine15Details / Comments
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 3-501.13A - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw frozen seafood (in standing water).
  • 4-101.11B - The food contact surface of the grocery bags is not durable, corrosion resistant, and/or nonabsorbent. Observed grocery bags used as food containers to store beef.
  • 4-903.11A3 - Clean pots were stored on the floor.
  • 5-205.11A - The handwashing facility located at the kitchen is blocked with food tray, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-501.114A - The facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment in the basement.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops and brooms are not hung up to air dry.
  • 7-201.11A - Critical Containers of Windex are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
March 22, 2007Routine17Details / Comments

June 16, 2009 (Routine)


Violations:

February 10, 2009 (Routine)


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December 09, 2008 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Meeting with the manager and evaluated basement dry storage area.
1.) Relocate shelves to the left side of the basement, away from the overhead sewer lines on the right side.
2.) Replace burned out lights in dry storage area, as needed.
The basement of this establishment may be used for dry food storage & storage of unused equipment. The previous restriction to the original permit is rescinded.

August 19, 2008 (Routine)


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June 10, 2008 (Routine)


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March 28, 2008 (Routine)


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January 09, 2008 (Routine)


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October 29, 2007 (Routine)


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August 20, 2007 (Routine)


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June 06, 2007 (Routine)


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March 22, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed my report with the CFM.

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