Temptasian Cafe, 6259 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Temptasian Cafe
Address: 6259 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, Virginia
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: Aug 11, 2009

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Details / Comments

  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Corrected During Inspection Observed the following food thawing using an improper method:Frozen shrimp in the 3-vat sink without running water
  • 5-205.15(B) - Plumbing connections under the 3-vat sink are leaking.
August 11, 2009Follow-up02Details / Comments
  • 2-201.11(D) - Critical Observed, upon arrival, no CFM on site. A CFM who was sick, with nausea and stomach pains arrived on site.
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item from damaged packaging were found offered for sale or service:Observed a dented can of sweet bean sauce
  • 3-301.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Food employee was observed handling the following ready-to-eat foods using their bare hands:Observed an employee touch ready to eat diced garlic with bare hands
  • 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:Observed raw chicken over potatoes, raw chicken on a stick stored in the same container as cooked spare ribs, in the Turbo Air 2 door prep refrigerator
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the following location where the food is subject to contamination:Observed uncovered container of tofu in the True 3 door prep refrigerator
  • 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:Observed raw shrimp at 50F, fried pieces of chicken 44-45F, raw chicken on a stick at 46F, spare ribs at 46F
  • 3-701.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food items are adulterated and shall be discarded:Observed a moldy, opened container of hoisin sauce and a moldy container of jalapenos
  • 4-101.11(A) - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe:Observed bamboo steamers used on the hot holding table for dumplings
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch:Observed dried food exhibited on the slicer
  • 43.1-3-3(a) - Critical There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning of the inspection.
  • 6-501.111(C) - Critical Repeat Methods are not being used to control pests.Observed 4 lives roaches
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator.Observed a container of Raid Roach spray
July 23, 2009Critical Procedures120Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Repeat Wet wiping cloths were used and not stored in sanitizing solution.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat Observed no drain plugs present for the 3-vat sink.
  • 4-602.11(E)(4) - Repeat Surfaces of ice bins are not being cleaned as required.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris:Observed the caulking at the 3-vat sink and the prep sink, adjacent to the warewasher, contained grime and debris
  • 4-901.11(A) - Repeat Glasses were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:Observed Waring blender
  • 6-301.12(A) - Repeat Observed that paper towels were not provided at the bar handwashing sink.
  • 6-303.11(A) - Repeat Observed that inadequate lighting was provided in the walk-in refrigerators.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the walls behind the prep refrigerators, the floor beneath the warewasher, 3-vat sink and the beside the water heater are in need of cleaning.
May 19, 2009Follow-up09Details / 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 describe the primary symptoms of illnesses/diseases that are transmissible through food.
  • 2-301.15 - Corrected During Inspection A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in the 3-vat sink.
  • 2-401.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical A food handler was observed drinking from an uncovered beverage container while in the kitchen.
  • 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:Observed raw eggs stored cooked rice in the walk in
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Corrected During Inspection Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows:Observed rice scoop being stored in 67F water and bowls utilized as scoops in food
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Wet wiping cloths were used and not stored in sanitizing solution.
  • 4-101.11(D) - Corrected During Inspection Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not finished to have a smooth, cleanable surface. Observed the use of bamboo steamers
  • 4-501.11(A) - Observed no drain plugs present for the 3-vat sink.
  • 4-602.11(E)(4) - Surfaces of ice bins are not being cleaned as required.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris:Observed the caulking at the 3-vat sink and the prep sink, adjacent to the warewasher, contained grime and debris
  • 4-901.11(A) - Glasses were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:Observed Waring blender
  • 5-205.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat The both handwashing sinks, in the bar area and in the kitchen were blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 5-205.11(B) - The handwashing station at the bar is being used for purposes other than washing hands.
  • 5-205.15(B) - The bar handwashing sink does not work.
  • 6-301.11 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that hand soap, at the bar handsink, was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Observed that paper towels were not provided at the bar handwashing sink.
  • 6-303.11(A) - Observed that inadequate lighting was provided in the walk-in refrigerators.
  • 6-501.111(C) - Critical Methods are not being used to control pests.Observed rodent droppings on prep tables, at the base of wall at the walk in and around the water heater
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the walls behind the prep refrigerators, the floor beneath the warewasher, 3-vat sink and the beside the water heater are in need of cleaning.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator.Observed a bottle of Hot Shot Roach and Ant spray
May 05, 2009Routine516Details / 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 shell eggs stored over cut vegetables.
  • 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: In the walk in freezer observed raw chicken stored 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: Several noodles, raw meats, soups, sauces were observed uncovered in the prep refrigerators and the walk in refrigerator.
  • 4-101.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe: The wooden steamer baskets used to steam vegetables and/or rice. The cfm agreed to remove these items.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: The mixing bowl of the hobart mixer, several pans stored in clean areas were observed with dried food debris and grease.
  • 4-702.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: Any utensils being washed in the dish machine
  • 4-703.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chemical sanitizer immersion time was not adequate for chlorine sanitizing solution. The sanitizer for te dishmachine was empty. The bucket was replaced, the machine primed and the sanitzer was then, adequate at 50ppm chlorine.
  • 43.1-3-3(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning of the inspection. The CFM arrived approximately 30 minutes after the beginning of the inspeciton.
  • 7-201.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of raid are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Observed three cans of raid on a shelf in the facility.
September 09, 2008Critical Procedures100Details / Comments
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following food item(s) from damaged packaging were found offered for sale or service: dented cans bamboo shoots
  • 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 produce in the walk in cooler
  • 3-302.11(A)(4) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unwrapped or uncovered food in the following location where the food is subject to contamination: chest refrigerator and noodles for the soup
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches above the floor in the walk in freezer kitchen (storage containers)
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Corrected During Inspection Observed the following food thawing using an improper method: raw beef being thawed at room temp
  • 3-501.14(D) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw shell eggs are not refrigerated after receipt in equipment that maintains an ambient temperature of 45F or less. (observed out on the cook line)
  • 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: noodles at room temperature and roasted pork not directly in a well on the top of the prep line
  • 4-202.16 - Milk crate(s) found used for the following purpose(s): storage in the kitchen and walkin cooler
  • 4-501.11(B) - The door gaskets of the following unit(s) are damaged:Greenworld sandwich prepTurbo Air prep
  • 4-903.11(B) - Clean single service containers were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward on the top shelf of the kitchen prep area.
  • 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:Aroma rice cookerwicker baskets used on the hot holding table
  • 5-205.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located at the cook line is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-303.11(C) - Set of lights observed out in front of the hood.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the floor around the water heater and bulkk storage containers and under the warewashing machine is in need of cleaning.
  • 6-501.16 - Corrected During Inspection Observed that mops are improperly stored between use.
February 04, 2008Routine510Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. September 12, 2007Follow-up00Details / Comments
4-101.11(A) - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe: take out being used for storage raw animal products in the walk in freezerAugust 22, 2007Follow-up10Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the refrigeration unit. ( raw fish over ready-to-eat food in the walk in cooler- Corrected during insepction, raw beef over sauce in the walk in cooler)
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Critical Repeat The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device:cooked pork on the top of the sandwich prep, not in a wellduck and ribs in the prep refrig (item left out at room temperature after removing from walk in cooler)
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - 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: egg rolls, ribs, chicken, duck, sweet sour chicken
  • 4-101.11(A) - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe:take out bags being used to store unwrapped, cooked chicken, cooked egg rolls, raw animal products in the walk in freezer
  • 43.1-3-3(a) - Critical There is no Certified Food Manager present in the establishment.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Repeat Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink. (missing at front handsink, behind bar)
July 19, 2007Follow-up51Details / Comments
  • 3-101.11 - Critical The following food item(s) is observed to be unsound or adulterated:molded canned pineapples in True 2 dr prep half/half with exp date of 3/8/2007 in True 2 dr prep
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the refrigeration unit. (raw shell eggs over produce in walk in cooler, raw fish over tofu in prep refrig--Corrected, raw pork over cooked beef in walk in cooler-Corrected)
  • 3-302.11(A)(2) - Critical Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination as follows:raw chicken over beef in the walk in freezerraw beef over pork in the walk in cooler - Corrected
  • 3-501.16(A)(2)(a) - Critical The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device:cooked pork on the top of the sandwich prep, not in a wellduck and ribs in the prep refrig (item left out at room temperature after removing from walk in cooler)
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - 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: egg rolls, ribs, chicken
  • 4-101.11(A) - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe:take out bags being used to store unwrapped, cooked chicken, cooked egg rolls, raw animal products in the walk in freezer
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: can opener
  • 4-602.11(A)(5) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Tongs and food tray observed being stored on the trash can in between use.
  • 43.1-3-3(a) - Corrected During Inspection Critical There is no Certified Food Manager present in the establishment.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink. (missing at front handsink, behind bar)
  • 6-501.111(C) - Critical Repeat Methods are not being used to control pests. One live roach observed on the floor under the soiled apron bag. Flies observed in the kitchen and dining room area.
  • 7-102.11 - Critical Repeat Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name. (cleaner)
July 10, 2007Critical Procedures111Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. (raw chicken, pork and seafood above produce in the walk in cooler, raw shell eggs above produce in the walk in cooler)
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor in the walk in cooler and behind the front counter (fortune cookies)
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) fried chicken, egg rolls and general tso chicken in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 4-101.11(A) - Critical Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not safe. (Unwrapped food products observed being stored in take out bags in the walk in cooler cooler.)
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat Cardboard box observed being reused for storage in the kitchen.
  • 4-502.13(A) - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of various food products.
  • 4-903.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Box of single service napkins were found stored directly on the floor behind the front counter.
  • 4-903.11(B) - Clean plates were observed stored with the food-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:aroma rice warmer
  • 5-205.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located at the front counter is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-303.11(C) - Several lights observed out under the hood.
  • 6-501.111(C) - Critical Methods are not being used to control pests. Three live roaches observed. (2)- on warewash machine, (1)- on the shelf above the prep table
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the floor and wall around the warewash area and behind the kitchen prep tables were in need of cleaning.Grease accumulation observed under the hood.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Two containers of Raid observed in the kitchen in the warewashing area.
January 05, 2007Routine59Details / Comments
  • 2-301.14A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation after handling raw chicken.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Repeat Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. (raw chicken and shrimp over produce in the walk in cooler)
  • 3-304.12 - Dispensing utensils for rice are improperly stored between use.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor in the walk in cooler.
  • 4-101.11A - Critical Repeat Take out bags observed being used for the storage of unwrapped food items in the walk in freezer.
  • 4-202.16 - Cardboard boxes observed being reused to store packaged dry food items in the kitchen.
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood contact surface of the prep refrigerator door gaskets and the side of the equipment under the hood had accumulations of grime and debris.
  • 4-903.11A - Corrected During Inspection Box of single service items were found stored on floor behind the front counter.
  • 4-903.11B - Repeat Clean plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward at the front bar.
  • 4-904.11C - Unwrapped single service items were provided at the consumer self-service counter (staws and chop sticks)
  • 4-904.13A - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination. (chopsticks)
  • 43.1-1-5F - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:Aroma rice cookerOsterizer blenderInstablend blender
  • 5-205.11A - Corrected During Inspection Repeat The handwashing facilities located behind the front counter and in the kitchen are blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-501.11 - The following areas are not maintained in good repair.:1. Soap dispenser is not sealed in the wall in the men's rest-room2. Handle missing on door of women's rest-room3. Vent shield observed hanging from the ceiling in the men's rest-room.
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
  • 6-501.114B - Premises has accumulation of litter.
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat The following areas were noted in need of cleaning:1. Wall behind True 2 dr prep, next to the ice maker2. Floor under all hood equipment3. Pipes around hood equipment4. Ceiling in men's rest-room
  • 6-501.14A - Ventilation shields in the men's rest-room were observed with dust accumulation.
  • 6-501.16 - Corrected During Inspection Mop is not hung up to air dry.
  • 6-501.18 - Corrected During Inspection Handwashing facilities are unclean and not maintained. Cold water observed off at front handsink. Back handsink observed soiled.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of floor cleaner are not properly labeled.
July 17, 2006Routine417Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11B - Corrected During Inspection Unauthorized personnel such customers in the food preparation and warewashing areas.
  • 2-301.14A - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Dented can of bamboo shoots observed in kitchen.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. (raw beef over produce, sauce and ketchup in the walk in cooler and prep refrigerator)
  • 3-304.13 - Corrected During Inspection Napkins in contact with food. (napkins observed lining food storage containers of chicken, fried egg rolls and sauces)
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor in the walk in coolers.
  • 3-501.16A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Fried rice hot holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3-501.16B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Fried chicken wings, general tso chicken and cooked pork were cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3-501.17A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) cow intestine and fish in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 4-101.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Take out bags observed being used as direct food contact storage containers for egg rolls and raw chicken in the refrigeration units.
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat Turbo Air 2 door refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.Stoppers missing at 3-vat sink.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gasket of the walk in freezer are damaged.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of dough. Tops to 5 gallon soy sauce containers observed being reused.
  • 4-903.11B - Clean plates and bowls were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward on top shelf over sandwich prep refrig.
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:Sears and Ostersizer blenderstoaster
  • 5-205.11A - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-301.12A - Repeat Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink behind the front counter.
  • 6-403.11B - Corrected During Inspection Locker or other suitable facilities are not located to protect food on the prep table from contamination.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. (behind the establishment)
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat Ceiling around the vent sheild and the wall behind the prep table in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 7-202.12C - Corrected During Inspection Critical Container of RAID observed by the office door.
January 19, 2006Routine813Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11B - Corrected During Inspection Unauthorized personnel such customers in the food preparation and warewashing areas.
  • 2-301.14A - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
  • 3-202.15 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Dented can of bamboo shoots observed in kitchen.
  • 3-302.11A1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. (raw beef over produce, sauce and ketchup in the walk in cooler and prep refrigerator)
  • 3-304.13 - Corrected During Inspection Napkins in contact with food. (napkins observed lining food storage containers of chicken, fried egg rolls and sauces)
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor in the walk in coolers.
  • 3-501.16A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Fried rice hot holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3-501.16B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Fried chicken wings, general tso chicken and cooked pork were cold holding at improper temperatures.
  • 3-501.17A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) cow intestine and fish in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 4-101.11A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Take out bags observed being used as direct food contact storage containers for egg rolls and raw chicken in the refrigeration units.
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat Turbo Air 2 door refrigerator was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.Stoppers missing at 3-vat sink.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The door gasket of the walk in freezer are damaged.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of dough. Tops to 5 gallon soy sauce containers observed being reused.
  • 4-903.11B - Clean plates and bowls were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward on top shelf over sandwich prep refrig.
  • 43.1-1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:Sears and Ostersizer blenderstoaster
  • 5-205.11A - Corrected During Inspection The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-301.12A - Repeat Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink behind the front counter.
  • 6-403.11B - Corrected During Inspection Locker or other suitable facilities are not located to protect food on the prep table from contamination.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. (behind the establishment)
  • 6-501.12A - Repeat Ceiling around the vent sheild and the wall behind the prep table in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.
  • 7-202.12C - Corrected During Inspection Critical Container of RAID observed by the office door.
January 19, 2006Routine813Details / Comments
  • 3-305.11A3 - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-101.111 - Corrected During Inspection Shelves at bar are lined with shelf liners.
  • 4-202.16 - Corrected During Inspection Milk crates found used for the following: elevated shelf in walkin.
  • 4-501.11A - There are no stoppers for the 3 compartment sink. Sink can not be used properly.
  • 4-501.11B - The door gasket of the walkin freezer is damaged and unattached to door.
  • 4-501.12 - Corrected During Inspection The cutting board along the 3DR prep station is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-602.13 - (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) The nonfood contact surface of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris:1) top surface of broiler and duck oven2) all outside surfaces of microwave oven.
  • 6-301.12A - Corrected During Inspection Observed that no paper towels were available for handsink at bar.
  • 6-303.11C - Corrected During Inspection Inadequate lighting was noted in the hood. Two bulbs burned out.
  • 6-501.12A - (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) The following is in need of cleaning:1) air vent opposite broiler at grill station 2) wall at air vent3) ceiling tiles at air vent in kitchen4) wall above beverage cooler at wait station.
December 21, 2005Pre-Opening010Details / Comments

August 11, 2009 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to verify the correction of the critical violation. The critical violation was corrected. Thank you

July 23, 2009 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a critical procedures inspection as a result of an allegation of foodborne illness.

May 19, 2009 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to verify the correction of the critical violation. Thank you for your correction.

May 05, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today’s inspection was to conduct a routine inspection. Thank you for accompanying me through the inspection as your participation allows me to clarify information and identify areas where your processes may need further attention or assessment.
During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Additionally, the person in charge was not able to name the Big Five Foodborne illness which are required to be reported to the Health Department. Information on the Big Five Foodborne Illnesses, in Chinese, was left with the CFM to post.
A follow-up inspection will be conducted on or about May 18, 2009.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
Hot water heater: State Sandblaster SBD7112ONE
Dishmachine: Autochlor A4, chlorine sanitizing
Grease trap cleaning:at the 3-vat weekly; cookline every 2 weeks
Vent hood cleaning: twice yearly; filters monthly
Pest Control service: monthly, however no invoices provided to verify
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.

September 09, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a critical procedures inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately. Additionally, facility must perform a thorough cleaning of the kitchen, including floors and walls.
2. A Certified Food manager shall be present during all operating hours, including prior to opening, while food prep and/or dishes are being done.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Professional Pest Control Company services monthly.
5. Grease traps are located on the floor under the wok line and the 3-vat sink and are cleaned weekly. Hood system filters are changed out monthly. Filters were noted clean. .
6. Water heater is State SBD 71120ONE 120,000 BTU. Warewasher is Autochlor A4, chlorine sanitizing at 50 ppm, but remember to check the bucket to ensure that it is not empty. Facility has own test strips.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine.
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
9. In addition, be sure to cover foods to protect from contamination.
10. Several written food safety information sheets were provided in chinese and english, to the cfm during inspection.

***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.*** If you have any questions, please call 703-246-8442

February 04, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a routine inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All critical violations were corrected during today's inspection.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-135F too long.
3. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
4. Professional Pest Control Company services monthly. No activity/evidence noted today.
5. Grease traps are located on the floor at the 3-vat sink and wok line and are cleaned weekly. Hood filters are changed monthly.
6. Water heater is State sBD7112ONE 120,000 BTU. Warewasher is Autochlor A4, chlorine sanitizing at 50 ppm.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine.
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

September 12, 2007 (Follow-up)

Comments:
The purpose of this inspection is a follow-up to an informal conference to check on the presence of a CFM. The CFM was present. In addition, Cross contamination, datemarking and the use of proper bags for fully cooked food storage was checked for compliance from an earlier Notice of Violation. The facility was found to be in compliance with the Notice of Violation requirements, as well. Therefore the facility is in substantial compliance. If you have any questions, call 703-246-2444

August 22, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violation: 4-101.11(A) - Critical Repeat The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment and/or utensils are not safe: take out being used for storage raw animal products in the walk in freezer
Materials that are used in the construction of utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment may not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions shall be safe.
Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection to the Notice of Violation, dated July 27, 2007. Please review the following:
1. Upon my arrival at the facility raw animal products were observed properly stored under all ready-to-eat food products in the refrigeration units. However, raw animal products were improperly stored over other raw animal products in the walk in freezer.
2. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
Please remember to properly store all food products in all refrigeration and freezer units.
3. Unwrapped food products were observed improperly stored in "take out" bags in the walk in freezer. No unwrapped food products were observed stored in "take out" bags in the refrigeration unit. ***Take out bags may NOT be used to store unwrapped/unprotected food products.*** Per the CFM, larger food grade storage bags will be obtained within 24 hours to store the items correctly in the cold holding units.
A follow-up inspection will be conducted to verify the presence of a CFM at the facility. At the time of the follow-up inspection all food storage violations must be corrected.

July 19, 2007 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection. Please review the following:
1. At the start of the inspection several critical violations remained uncorrected.
2. A CFM was not on site upon my arrival at the facility. The facility will receive a request to attend an informal conference to address this matter.
3. Several violations remained uncorrected at the start of the inspection. At my request all critical violations were corrected with the exception of the storage of unwrapped food products in the take-out bags.
4. A file review will be conducted the facility may receive a Notice of Violations for the continuos violations.
5. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-135F too long.
6. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
A thorough cleaning has been done in the kitchen. Thank you.

July 10, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
Temperatures cont:
wings in walk in cooler -42F, duck in walk in cooler -40F, beef in walk in cooler - 40F
This visit was made to conduct a critical procedures inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately. A follow up inspection will be conducted on or about 7/19/07 at which time all critical violations must be corrected. Additionally, facility must perform a thorough cleaning of the kitchen, including floors and walls, and area outside of back door.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-135F too long.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Professional Pest Control Company services monthly. Date of last service was 6/14.2007. DO NOT leave doors open.
5. Grease traps are located on the floor under the wok line and the 3-vat sink and are cleaned weekly. Hood system filters are changed out monthly. .
6. Water heater is State SBD 71120ONE 120,000 BTU. Warewasher is Autochlor A4, chlorine sanitizing at 50 ppm.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine.
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

January 05, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a routine inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately, within 10 days. Please fax a copy of pest control treatment to the Health Department.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-135F too long.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Professional Pest Control Company services monthly, per CFM. Three live cockroaches noted today.
5. Grease trap is cleaned weekly.
6. Water heater and warewash machine are the same as file. Warewasher was tested and found to be sanitizing at 50 ppm.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine.
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

July 17, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a routine inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-140F too long.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Professional Pest Control Company services monthly. No activity/evidence noted today.
5. Grease trap is cleaned weekly.
6. Water heater and warewashing machine are the same as file. Warewashing machine was tested and found to be sanitizing at 50ppm.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine.
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

January 19, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a routine inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-140F too long.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Facility does not have a professional pest control company. No activity/evidence noted today.
5. Grease trap is cleaned every 3 days.
6. Water heater and warewashing machine are the same as file. Warewashing machine was tested and found to operating properly.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine .
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
9. Review cooling process. Excessive time for cooling of potentially hazardous foods has been consistently identified as one of the leading contributing factors to foodborne illness. If food is not cooled in accordance with the Code requirement, pathogens may grow to sufficient numbers to cause foodborne illness. PHF must cool from 140F to 70F within 2 hours, then from 70F to 41 F with in 4 hours.
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

January 19, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a routine inspection. Please review the following comments:
1. All remaining critical violations must be corrected immediately.
2. Be sure to monitor all hot/cold potentially hazardous foods. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if PHF's remain in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 41F-140F too long.
3. During the inspection of this establishment it was noted that management was not aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Also, the PIC/CFM could not convey knowledge of an employee health policy indicating what symptoms are to be reported and when to exclude/restrict an employee from their duties OR did not have access to a written policy stating what actions are necessary following a report that an employee has certain symptoms are diagnosed illnesses.
4. Facility does not have a professional pest control company. No activity/evidence noted today.
5. Grease trap is cleaned every 3 days.
6. Water heater and warewashing machine are the same as file. Warewashing machine was tested and found to operating properly.
7. Sanitizer for 3 vat sink is chlorine .
8. 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)
SECOND SHELF: Raw seafood/eggs/pork
THIRD SHELF: Raw beef
BOTTOM SHELF: Raw chicken
9. Review cooling process. Excessive time for cooling of potentially hazardous foods has been consistently identified as one of the leading contributing factors to foodborne illness. If food is not cooled in accordance with the Code requirement, pathogens may grow to sufficient numbers to cause foodborne illness. PHF must cool from 140F to 70F within 2 hours, then from 70F to 41 F with in 4 hours.
***Failure to correct and maintain cited violations may result in additional corrective action being taken.***

December 21, 2005 (Pre-Opening)


Violations: Comments:
**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 received. All outstanding violations are to be corrected within ten (10) days but no later than the time of your first routine inspection (approximately 30 days). Equipment additions/replacement/changes are not allowed without Health Department approval.**
Note the following recommendations:
It is recommended that more than one person on staff be a Certified Food Manager. A Certified Food Manager must be on the premises during ALL food preparation and service.
Recommendation is made to have exhaust hood cleaned at least every six months. Maintain records of hood cleaning for Health Department review. Hood was cleaned in October, 2005. Scheduled for April, 2006.
Recommendation is made to clean hood filters at least every two weeks. Contract is in place for bi-weekly cleaning.
It is recommended that the grease trap be cleaned at least every two months. Maintain records of grease trap cleaning for Health Department review.
It is recommended that a monthly pest control program be implemented. Maintain records of pest control treatments for Health Department review. Monthly pest control contract is in place.

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