Po Siam Restaurant, 3807 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Po Siam Restaurant
Address: 3807 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Virginia
Total inspections: 30
Last inspection: Sep 25, 2009

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  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows: raw chicken stored next to raw beef on a shelf in the WIR.
  • 4-602.11(E)(1) - Observed the interior panel of the ice machine soiled with mold.
  • 3-501.16(A)(2) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) were measured at improper temperatures: cut tomatoes 70F.
  • 3-501.17(A) - 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: sticky rice in the WIR.
  • 7-202.12(A)(1)-(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The bottle of Raid is not being used in accordance with law or the manufacturer's use directions.
  • 3-304.14(D) - Corrected During Inspection Heavily soiled wiping cloths in use.
September 25, 2009Routine42Details / Comments
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed two dented cans of pineapple stored on a shelf for use.
  • 3-301.11B - Critical 1. Observed an employee handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food (bean sprouts, celantro, etc.) with her bare hands. 2. Observed an employee handling RTE food (peppers) with wearing only one glove.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food (raw beef) stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food (vegetables) in the Walkin refrigeration unit.
  • 3-302.11A4 - Critical Repeat Unwrapped or uncovered food:1. Observed ice uncovered at the bar (at the 3-vat sink).2. Observed Mango ice cream uncovered inside the chest freezer.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3-501.16A2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) cold holding at improper temperature: crab soup 50F, tofu 60F.
  • 4-101.11B - Observed grocery bags used as food container.
  • 4-204.112B - There was no temperature measuring device located in the ice cream freezer.
  • 4-302.14 - There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-501.114A - Critical The chlorine sanitizing solution used was above 50 ppm in the sanitizing solution for wet cloths.
  • 4-602.11E - Critical Observed the interior panel of the ice machine soiled with mold.
  • 4-903.11B2 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Clean single service items (plates) were observed stored uncovered or with the food contact surface facing upward.
  • 4-903.11C - Corrected During Inspection Clean coffee filters were observed stored unprotected at the tea station.
  • 5-205.11A - The handwashing facility located at the bar is blocked with a karaoke machine, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing. CFM stated that the machine will be placed back on the counter after the paint is completely dried off.
  • 5-205.11B4 - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing station at the main prepline is being used to rinse foods.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Repeat Observed faucet leaking at the 3-vat sink.
  • 5-501.15A1 - The cover of the refuse container located outside the establishment is missing.
  • 5-501.17 - There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.
  • 6-501.112 - Dead bugs were found in the light shield in the Walkin freezer and on top of cans on a shelf.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops and brooms are not hung up to air dry.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working container of chemical (pink solution) is not properly labeled at the tea station.
  • 7-201.11A - Critical Containers of chemicals are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items: Observed a bottle of hand sanitizer stored next to chopsticks at the tea station. Observed chemicals stored along with boxes of forks and wine bottles on a shelf in the back kitchen.
  • 7-209.11 - Personal items (purse, cellphones, etc.) were stored in such a way that they could contaminate food utensils or food throughout the kitchen.
May 21, 2009Routine--Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A4 - Critical Unwrapped or uncovered ice in the bar three compartment sink. All food items including ice must be covered during storage.
  • 3-304.12A - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use. The rice scoop and the spatula next to the hand sink in the cooking area.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. A can of oyster flavoring was improperly stored on the floor.
  • 4-903.11B2 - Repeat To-go containers were observed stored uncovered or with the food contact surface facing upward.
  • 4-904.11B - Unwrapped serving spoons, and utensils were not stored with the handles up.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Plumbing fixture at the 3 compartment sink is leaking.
  • 6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
January 22, 2009Routine16Details / Comments
  • 3-304.12A - In-use utensils improperly stored between use. The ice scoop was improperly stored on top of the ice machine.
  • 3-501.16A2 - Critical Several foods in the make table refrigerator were out of temperature.
  • 4-501.11A - The make table refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair.
  • 4-903.11B2 - To-go containers were observed stored uncovered or with the food contact surface facing upward.
August 28, 2008Routine13Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-304.12A - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use. (rice scoop)
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Sanitizer buckets are not used.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. Tea and chili were improperly stored on the floor.
  • 4-402.12A - The milk crate is not elevated off the floor. All shelves must be 6 inches off the floor.
  • 4-903.11A3 - Pots were found not stored 6 inches above the floor under the storage rack..
  • 5-501.17 - There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.
  • 6-501.114B - Repeat The premises has accumulation of litter near the back door and the dumpster.
  • 7-201.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of sterno are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Clean bowls are improperly stored with cleaner at the 3 compartment sink.
June 17, 2008Routine27Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11D - Corrected During Inspection Poor handwashing procedures observed. Employee did not use a paper towel to dy his hands.
  • 2-402.11 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-501.13A - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw chicken in standing water.
  • 6-501.114B - The premises has accumulation of litter.
April 01, 2008Routine04Details / Comments
  • 3-304.12A - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use. The rice scoop is not properly stored.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Plumbing connection under the dump sink piping is leaking.
January 11, 2008Routine02Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. November 06, 2007Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 3-202.15 - Critical Repeat Food from damaged packaging offered for sale or service. Several dented canned goods were stored on the shelf.
  • 3-304.12A - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use. (rice scoop)
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat The make table refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair. REPAIR IN 48 HOURS.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: make table refrigerator and rice scoop and container.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Repeat Methods are not being used to control flies in the kitchen. Provide an approved method to control flies.
  • 7-201.11A - Critical Container of sterno was not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
October 26, 2007Routine42Details / Comments
  • 11-2-24A - Critical There is no certified food manager on duty.
  • 3-202.15 - Critical Food from damaged packaging offered for sale or service. Remove dented raw mush rooms and baby corn.
  • 3-304.12A - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor. food improperly stored on the walk-in freezer and refrigerator.
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat The make table refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the utensil bin, knives, the microwave oven, the ice machine and food storage bins.
  • 4-603.16A1 - Repeat A distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing of utensils and equipment was not observed.
  • 4-803.11 - Soiled linens were found stored in a location that may contaminate food or food-contact surfaces.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Repeat Methods are not being used to control flies.
  • 6-501.114B - The premises has accumulation of litter.
August 09, 2007Routine46Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in refrigeration unit.
  • 4-501.11A - The make table refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair (unit does not hold PHF at the required temperature).
  • 4-601.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the ice machine.
  • 4-603.16A1 - A distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing of utensils and equipment was not observed.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Plumbing connections under the 3 compartment sinks piping are leaking.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Methods are not being used to control flying bugs.
May 24, 2007Routine25Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14D - Heavily soiled wiping cloths in use.
  • 3-501.13A - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw frozen sausage (at room temperature).
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: exterior of microwave.
  • 5-205.15B1 - Observed faucet leaking at women's bathroom.
March 15, 2007Routine04Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A2 - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Observed raw pork stored next to raw chicken.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: fanguard in the Walkin cooler.
  • 5-202.12A2 - Water from the handwashing sink at women's bathroom was measured at a temperature less than 100F.
December 18, 2006Routine12Details / Comments
  • 4-202.11A1 - Critical Observed food containers cracked.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: the interior panels.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: fanguards in the Walkin cooler.
  • 4-903.11A2 - Observed tong stored at the trash can.
  • 6-202.11A - The light bulbs in the hood system were not properly shielded, coated, or shatter-resistant.
  • 7-209.11 - Observed personal belongings stored on top of cans.
September 22, 2006Routine24Details / Comments
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gasket of the B.A. prep cooler is damaged.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: fanguards in the Walkin cooler.
  • 4-903.11A1 - observed serving trays stored on the floor.
  • 6-202.15A - The outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Observed the back door panel damaged.
July 10, 2006Routine04Details / Comments
  • 4-501.11B - The door gaskets are torn at the main prep cooler.
  • 4-601.11B - Encrusted grease deposits and/or other soil deposits were observed on the food contact surfaces of the following cooking equipment: pans.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: exterior rim of the rice container.
  • 6-501.12A - Observed floors soiled under the shelving unit near the back door.
April 25, 2006Routine04Details / Comments
  • 3-501.16A2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed PHFs cold holding at room temperature.
  • 3-501.17A - Critical The prepared, refrigerated beef rib soup held more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical Repeat The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener blade soiled with old buildup.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: exteror of rice machine.
  • 6-202.11A - The light bulbs in the hood system were not properly shielded, coated, or shatter-resistant.
  • 6-501.12A - Observed the mopsink area soiled with dust buildup.
February 06, 2006Routine33Details / Comments
  • 2-401.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employee has an eating area in a food prep table.
  • 3-202.15 - Critical Observed dented cans of baby corn stored on a shelving unit. Food from damaged packaging offered for sale or service.
  • 4-501.114A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat The chlorine sanitizing solution used was at 0 ppm.
  • 6-501.111C - Critical Observed mice droppings on the dishwashing liquid container. Methods are not being used to control pests.
  • 6-501.16 - Repeat Mops and brooms are not hung up to air dry.
November 18, 2005Routine41Details / Comments
  • 3-501.16A2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed PHFs cold holding at 50F in Walkin cooler.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: interior of the ice machine.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris: exterior of the microwave.
  • 4-903.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Clean pots were found not stored 6 inches above the floor.
August 30, 2005Routine22Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food (mango) with their bare hands.
  • 4-501.114A - Critical The chlorine sanitizing solution used was at 0 ppm.
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting board(s) along the prep cooler are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-502.13A2 - Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of other foods.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the following had accumulations of grime and debris:1. prep cart.2. fanguard in the Walkin cooler.
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat Observed floor drains soiled.
  • 6-501.16 - Mops and brooms are not hung up to air dry.
June 14, 2005Routine25Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food (eggs) stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 3-303.11 - Ice used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food is also for drink ice or used as food: Observed a bottle of Gatorate stored in ice bin.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 4-202.11A1 - Critical Observed food strainer broken.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gaskets are torn at prep cooler.
  • 4-601.11A - Critical The following utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener blade.
  • 6-202.11A - The light bulbs in the kitchen were not properly shielded, coated, or shatter-resistant.
  • 6-501.12A - The pipelines and floor drains under the 3-vat sink are heavily soiled with old buildup.
March 30, 2005Routine35Details / Comments
  • 3-301.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 3-304.12A - Corrected During Inspection In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 3-304.14A - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly used. Cloths under cutting board.
  • 5-501.16B2 - Observed excessive refuse outside.
January 12, 2005Routine13Details / Comments
  • 4-501.11B - Handle missing on rice cooker.
  • 3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat Beef @ 47F, chicken @ 48.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
October 27, 2004Routine12Details / Comments
  • 5-202.13 - Critical An air gap between the water supply outlet and the flood rim level of the spray hose was not observed. If this direct connection exists between the drinking water system and a source of contaminated water during times of negative pressure
  • 4-502.11A1 - Knife in use was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing the equipment to be used as designed.
  • 6-501.11 - Edge of the upright counter by kitchen door is not maintained in good repair.
August 06, 2004Routine12Details / Comments
  • 3-501.16A2 - Critical Chicken @ 45F, beef @ 48F held on top of sandwich prep unit.
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat Top of sandwich prep unit in not holding potentially hazardous foods at 41F or below. Latch on the rice cooker is missing.
  • 6-501.111D - Roaches seen in the kitchen.
  • 4-702.11 - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: dishmachine not sanitizing on the rinse cycle.
  • 3-307.11 - One food product uncovered in the walk-in refrigerator.
May 24, 2004Routine23Details / Comments
  • 3-501.13A - Repeat Improper methods used to thaw meat.
  • 3-304.13 - Linens and/or napkins were in contact with food.
  • 4-501.11A - Rice cooker handle was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the exterior of the dishmachine had accumulations of grime and debris.
March 11, 2004Routine04Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14B2 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 4-903.11A1 - Repeat Dishracks stored on the floor.
  • 4-702.11 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: no sanitizer in the dishmachine.
  • 4-101.11B - The food contact surface of the inverted soda container used as storage shelf in the walk-in refrigerator is not durable, corrosion resistant, and/or nonabsorbent.
  • 5-501.115 - Repeat Trash and litter were observed adjacent to the refuse container outside the facility.
  • 5-501.113B - Repeat Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 3-501.13A - Repeat Improper methods used to thaw poultry..
December 29, 2003Routine16Details / Comments
  • 3-501.13A - Improper methods used to thaw meat.
  • 3-304.14A - Wiping cloths improperly used. Wiping cloths on counter.
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat Exterior screen door was noted in need of cleaning.
  • 4-903.11A1 - Dishracks stored on the floor.
October 09, 2003Routine04Details / Comments
  • 6-202.15A - Repeat The outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Screen door not closing properly after being opened.
  • 3-304.12A - Repeat In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the dishmachine exterior had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 5-501.113B - Repeat Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 5-501.115 - Repeat Trash and litter were observed adjacent to the refuse container outside the facility.
  • 6-501.12A - Interior and exterior surfaces of screen door was noted in need of cleaning.
July 24, 2003Routine16Details / Comments
  • 3-304.12A - In-use utensils improperly stored between use.
  • 4-201.11 - The foil lining shelving is not designed and constructed to be durable.
  • 3-304.11 - Critical Food in contact with soiled equipment or utensils. Stacking food in bowls on top of each other.
  • 6-501.12A - Wall by dishmachine was noted in need of cleaning.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the shelving in walk-in had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 6-202.15A - The outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Screen door not closing properly after being opened.
  • 5-501.113B - Outside refuse container was uncovered.
  • 5-501.115 - Trash and litter were observed adjacent to the refuse container outside the facility.
May 12, 2003Routine17Details / Comments

September 25, 2009 (Routine)


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Shellfish supplier is JJ McDonell, Jessup, MD. This is an FDA certified shellfish supplier.
CFM card has expired as of July 14, 2009. Please obtain a picture CFM card within 10 business days at ORS 703-533-7600.

May 21, 2009 (Routine)


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Sup Garcia was on site during this inspection.
Discussed report with the manager. Please ensure that Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) are not stored at room temperature. Put PHFs in coolers when not in use. The sink in the main prepline is now being used as a handsink. Ensure the sink is only for handwashing purpose.

January 22, 2009 (Routine)


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August 28, 2008 (Routine)


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June 17, 2008 (Routine)


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April 01, 2008 (Routine)


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I informed the manager that a complaint was made stating that chicken was cut up outside. I did not observe any food prep outside.

January 11, 2008 (Routine)


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November 06, 2007 (Follow-up)

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All refrigeration units have been repaired.

October 26, 2007 (Routine)


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May 24, 2007 (Routine)


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March 15, 2007 (Routine)


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Thank you for the great improvement.

December 18, 2006 (Routine)


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Spoke with the owner about the temperature of water in women's bathroom. Plumber is on his way to fix the valve.

September 22, 2006 (Routine)


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April 25, 2006 (Routine)


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Great improvement! Keep up the cleaning schedule.

February 06, 2006 (Routine)


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November 18, 2005 (Routine)


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Conduct pest control treatment every week.

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