Thanh-Thanh/Pho Xe Lua, 6765 Wilson Blvd, Falls Church, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Thanh-Thanh/Pho Xe Lua
Address: 6765 Wilson Blvd, Falls Church, Virginia
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: Sep 16, 2009

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  • 3-301.11(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Food employee(s) was observed handling the following ready-to-eat foods using their bare hands: herbs, based on discussion with staff
  • 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: beef observed at 45F
  • 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: several whole cooked Chicken
  • 7-102.11 - Critical Repeat Working containers of poisonous cleaning product observed not properly labeled with a common name.
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed various products stored over boxed dry tea and adjacent to ceramic soup bowls.
September 16, 2009Risk Factor Assessment50Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11(E) - Based on a discussion with the PIC/CFM, food employees are not inspecting the food upon receipt to verify proper temperature and intact packaging.
  • 2-103.11(I) - Repeat Employees are not properly sanitizing cleaned multiuse equipment and utensils.
  • 2-402.11(A) - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Repeat Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows - scoops found with handles in ice.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Repeat Improper use of wet wiping cloths
  • 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 chicken on middle shelf of display case found at 44F
  • 3-603.11(C) - Critical The following raw and/or undercooked foods are provided on the menu, menu board, table tent or brochure without a reminder statement:
  • 4-501.11(A) - The reach in refrigeration unit opposite stove is not operating; in addition, a display case used for storage of PHFs found with ambient temperature of 48F
  • 4-602.11(E)(2) - Surfaces of the ice tea dispensers and consumer self service utensils are not being cleaned as required.
  • 4-603.14(A)-(B) - Observed a food contact surface rinsed improperly in mop sink.
  • 4-603.16(A)-(E) - When employee was asked to prepare sample sanitizing solution, a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing of utensils and equipment was not observed.
  • 4-702.11 - Critical The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized plastic container that was not sanitized
  • 4-903.11(C) - Observed single use containers not stored in original packages.
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Repeat Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the rear door window frame.
  • 6-301.11 - Repeat Observed that liquid hand soap was not provided at restroom sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed wall perforations near mop sink
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed compounds used as construction materials stored over shelving containing food contact equipment or single service items.
May 14, 2009Routine413Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11(I) - Repeat Employees are not properly sanitizing cleaned multiuse equipment and utensils based on discussion held with CFM
  • 2-301.14(A)-(I) - Corrected During Inspection 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 that could contaminate the hands.
  • 2-402.11(A) - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-301.11(B) - Critical Repeat Food employee observed handling the following ready-to-eat foods using their bare hands: herbs
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Improper use of wet wiping cloths
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor in dry storage area
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Repeat Observed the following food thawing using an improper method: beef at room temperature in container left on floor
  • 3-501.17(A)(1) - 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: chicken pieces
  • 4-501.16(B) - Repeat The warewashing sink walls soiled with mineral stains
  • 4-601.11(C) - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: tray that was washed by hand in mop sink where subject to contamination via walls of sink
  • 4-602.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Utensils are not necessarily washed, rinsed and sanitized at four hour intervals.
  • 5-501.115 - Trash and litter were observed adjacent to rear exit
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Repeat Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the rear door window frame
  • 6-301.11 - Repeat Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed that the walls around mop sink are damaged; some areas repaired with metal panel in place of dry wall
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the floors are in need of cleaning.
  • 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of white cleaning solutin was not properly labeled with a common name.
February 10, 2009Critical Procedures--Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11(D) - Poor handwashing procedures observed.
  • 2-103.11(I) - Employees are not properly sanitizing cleaned multiuse equipment and utensils.
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed food employees using improper handwashing procedures.
  • 3-301.11(B) - Critical Food employee(s) was observed handling the following ready-to-eat foods using their bare hands: sprouts
  • 3-304.12(A)-(F) - Ice scoops found lying in ice
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Repeat Improper use of wet wiping cloths
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor in containers near rear exit
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Observed the following food thawing using an improper method - delivered wrapped beef in containers near rear exit.
  • 3-501.16(A)(1) - Critical The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device - rice at 110F
  • 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: beef on counter at 47-49F
  • 4-202.16 - The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable: cardboard box used for lime storage
  • 4-501.16(B) - The warewashing sink was not observed cleaned and sanitized
  • 5-202.13 - Critical An air gap between the pvc drain of sanitizing basin and the floor drain was not observed.
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the rear door screen perimeter.
  • 6-301.11 - Observed that LIQUID hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the wood door exterior located adjacent to handsink is broken.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Observed non-functional refrigerator used as storage device. There is no cold hold equipment consequently in food preparation area
  • 7-201.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed motor oil bottle stored over a supply of plates.
September 29, 2008Routine612Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 17, 2008Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed food employees using improper handwashing procedures. Observed food employee "wash" his hands without using soap.
  • 2-301.15 - Corrected During Inspection A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a mop sink.
  • 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: 1) raw beef stored over cooked beef in the True sliding glass cooler.
  • 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 chicken stored over raw beef in the Traulsen upright freezer.
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Observed several wet wiping cloths on various countertops throughout the kitchen.
  • 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: cooked beef at 68F and cooked beef tripe at 65F at room temperature. Note: Items were within temperature control and re-located to the cooler.
  • 4-101.19 - The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth: wooden shelf used to elevate buckets of cooked soup broth.
  • 4-302.14 - The chlorine test kit located in the facility is not able to be removed from the wall and therefore not usable.
  • 4-602.11(E)(1) - Interior surfaces of the ice machine were observed with pink mold and grime.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Critical Repeat The hand sink was observed with the hot water faucet missing. Plumbing connections under the handsink piping are leaking.
April 15, 2008Routine55Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11(C) - Critical The person in charge failed to describe the primary symptoms of illnesses/diseases that are transmissible through food.
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed food employees using improper handwashing procedures. Employee did not scrub for at least 20 seconds and then turned off the faucet without using a paper towel.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed raw beef stored over cooked chicken, cooked beef tripe and bean sprouts in the True 1 DR glass upright.
  • 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: Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the 2 DR upright freezer.
  • 3-501.14(A) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following cooked food item(s) are not being adequately cooled according to the time and/or temperature requirements of 135F to 41F or less within 6 hours: beef tripe at 74F after 8 hours of cooling. Note: Tripe was discarded.
  • 3-603.11(A) - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is not consumer advisory for the following food item(s) that may be served raw and/or undercooked: Pho Tai.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Plumbing connections of the handwash sink piping are leaking.
August 23, 2007Critical Procedures61Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 24, 2007Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 6-202.15(A)(1)-(3) - Observed a gap between the screen and the frame in the back screen door.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed that the walls are in the process of being repaired.
March 28, 2007Routine02Details / Comments
  • 3-305.11A3 - Corrected During Inspection Onions stored on the floor.
  • 3-501.16B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Sausage observed on table at 72 F. has been out for more than two hours above 41 F.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of citrus cleaner and motor oil for slicer are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. On shelves above dishes and food prep area.
March 30, 2006Critical Procedures21Details / Comments
  • 12.1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment: House hold use blender.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  • 3-501.16B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Meats for Soup cold holding at improper temperatures. Refrigerator in prep area not used or does not work and food is kept on counter.
  • 4-101.111 - Small plywood platforms on floor are not waterproof or durable and are less than 6" off floor.
  • 4-101.11A - Critical Food is stored directly in grocery type bags and there is wet and dry newspaper in contact with vegetables. The newspaper is not considered clean and the ink chemicals may be hazardous.
  • 4-201.11 - Three tables in the kitchen are not designed for commercial kitchen use. They are not durable and at least one is damaged along the edges.There is frequent use of metalic tape to repair or dover items. This tape does not provide a smooth cleanable surface and is not durable.
  • 4-301.11 - Repeat Three merchandiser type glass front refrigerators NSF approved only for prepackaged items and bottles items are used for storage of potentially hazardous foods.
  • 4-501.11A - True prep unit was observed in a state of disrepair and not being used.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 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: Refrigerator door gaskets..
  • 4-602.11E - Corrected During Inspection Surfaces of the ice machine interior were soiled.
  • 4-904.11B - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Plastic spoons and other washable utensils are stored with the lip contact surface up.
  • 5-205.11B - Corrected During Inspection The handwash station at the Kitchen is being used for purposes other than washing hands. Bowl found in sink.
  • 6-202.14 - The toilet room doors do not effectively close.
  • 6-202.15 - The rear screen door is in such a condition that it does not seal adequately and is not self closing.
  • 6-301.14 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees. Additional signs are needed at other sinks in kitchen and toilet rooms.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Thel metal panels used to repair the walls are sharp and hazardous to customers and staff and provide harborage for insects of present.Walls near the three vat sink are not in good repair with rough surfaces and dampness from water where the sinks meet the walls. Floor tiles neat the mop sink are damaged.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Containers of insecticide and spray cleaner are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • 7-202.12B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Unapproved insecticide found stored in kitchen for use by staff.
September 20, 2005Routine415Details / Comments
  • 4-301.11 - There are two refrigerators in use for general food storage that are only approved for storage of packaged or bottled drinks. These units are not approved or designed for storage of foods for preparation of service in the restaurant.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat A few preparation tables and a storage cabinet are not made of durable materials and are worn and difficult to clean.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 6-501.11 - Areas along base of walls in hall ways as well as other areas are either not sealed or have sheet metal covering which in some cases is rough and sharp and do not provide a suitable seal. The wall near the three vat sink is rough and difficult to clean.
  • 6-501.111D - Repeat Harborage conditions exist.in the kitchen including the metal panels placed along the walls. A few live roaches were observed near the ice maker as well as in the women's toilet room. Contact your pest control company to come out immediately to evaluate and treat for roaches. (Monthly visit is due on 3 March, 2005) It will likely be necessary to increase the frequency of visits by the pest control company in order to get the roaches under control.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility has three non- functional refrigeration units in the Kitchen. The4 units must be repaired for use or removed from the kitchen.
  • 7-202.12C - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of insecticide found in kitchen. Application of pesticides by other than a licensed pest control operator is not permitted.
March 02, 2005Follow-up--Details / Comments
  • 4-301.11 - There are two refrigerators in use for general food storage that are only approved for storage of packaged or bottled drinks. These units are not approved or designed for storage of foods for preparation of service in the restaurant.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat A few preparation tables and a storage cabinet are not made of durable materials and are worn and difficult to clean.
  • 4-502.13A - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 6-501.11 - Areas along base of walls in hall ways as well as other areas are either not sealed or have sheet metal covering which in some cases is rough and sharp and do not provide a suitable seal. The wall near the three vat sink is rough and difficult to clean.
  • 6-501.111D - Repeat Harborage conditions exist.in the kitchen including the metal panels placed along the walls. A few live roaches were observed near the ice maker as well as in the women's toilet room. Contact your pest control company to come out immediately to evaluate and treat for roaches. (Monthly visit is due on 3 March, 2005) It will likely be necessary to increase the frequency of visits by the pest control company in order to get the roaches under control.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility has three non- functional refrigeration units in the Kitchen. The4 units must be repaired for use or removed from the kitchen.
  • 7-202.12C - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of insecticide found in kitchen. Application of pesticides by other than a licensed pest control operator is not permitted.
March 02, 2005Follow-up--Details / Comments
  • 12.1-14 - Critical This establishment was found to not have a reliable and sustainable supply of hot water due to possible malfunction of the hot water heater. Therefore the establishment operation permit has been suspended for imminent health hazard.
  • 2-402.11A - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-101.11D - Newspaper is used to line shelves and cover items. Newspaper is not cleanable and the ink may be toxic.
  • 4-301.11 - There are two refrigerators in use for general food storage that are only approved for storage of packaged or bottled drinks. These units are not approved or designed for storage of foods for preparation of service in the restaurant.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The ice machine door is damaged. Refrigerator door gaskets are damaged. Table shelves and other surfaces are lined with a metallic adhesive tape which results in a rough hard to clean surface. Shelves are lined with metal which in some cases has become rough, uncleanable and even dangerous from sharp edges.
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting board(s) on the storage rack are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-502.11A - Utensil has broken handle and is wrapped with metallic tape.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 4-904.11B - Repeat Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored kitchen with the handles up. Plastic utensils are stored randomly in an uncovered container.
  • 5-103.11B - Critical The water heater / boiler serving the food service establishment is no longer operable. There is no not water in the establishment.
  • 5-501.17 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room stall.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Areas along base of walls in hall ways as well as other areas are either not sealed or have sheet metal covering which in some cases is rough and sharp and do not provide a suitable seal. The wall near the three vat sink is rough and difficult to clean.
  • 6-501.111D - Repeat Harborage conditions exist.in the kitchen including the metal panels placed along the walls. A few live roaches were observed near the ice maker as well as in the women's toilet room. Contact your pest control company to come out immediately to evaluate and treat for roaches. (Monthly visit is due on 3 March, 2005) It will likely be necessary to increase the frequency of visits by the pest control company in order to get the roaches under control.
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility has three non- functional refrigeration units in the Kitchen. The4 units must be repaired for use or removed from the kitchen.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Motor oil and an unlabeled container of lubricant found on shelf over slicer.
  • 7-208.11B - First aid supplies are stored over slicer and near food preparation areas.
March 02, 2005Routine315Details / Comments
  • 12.1-14 - Critical This establishment was found to not have a reliable and sustainable supply of hot water due to possible malfunction of the hot water heater. Therefore the establishment operation permit has been suspended for imminent health hazard.
  • 2-402.11A - Repeat Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-101.11D - Newspaper is used to line shelves and cover items. Newspaper is not cleanable and the ink may be toxic.
  • 4-301.11 - There are two refrigerators in use for general food storage that are only approved for storage of packaged or bottled drinks. These units are not approved or designed for storage of foods for preparation of service in the restaurant.
  • 4-501.11B - Repeat The ice machine door is damaged. Refrigerator door gaskets are damaged. Table shelves and other surfaces are lined with a metallic adhesive tape which results in a rough hard to clean surface. Shelves are lined with metal which in some cases has become rough, uncleanable and even dangerous from sharp edges.
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting board(s) on the storage rack are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-502.11A - Utensil has broken handle and is wrapped with metallic tape.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 4-904.11B - Repeat Unwrapped knives, forks, or spoons were not stored kitchen with the handles up. Plastic utensils are stored randomly in an uncovered container.
  • 5-103.11B - Critical The water heater / boiler serving the food service establishment is no longer operable. There is no not water in the establishment.
  • 5-501.17 - There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room stall.
  • 6-301.14 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Areas along base of walls in hall ways as well as other areas are either not sealed or have sheet metal covering which in some cases is rough and sharp and do not provide a suitable seal. The wall near the three vat sink is rough and difficult to clean.
  • 6-501.111D - Repeat Harborage conditions exist.in the kitchen including the metal panels placed along the walls. A few live roaches were observed near the ice maker as well as in the women's toilet room. Contact your pest control company to come out immediately to evaluate and treat for roaches. (Monthly visit is due on 3 March, 2005) It will likely be necessary to increase the frequency of visits by the pest control company in order to get the roaches under control.
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility has three non- functional refrigeration units in the Kitchen. The4 units must be repaired for use or removed from the kitchen.
  • 7-201.11B - Corrected During Inspection Critical Motor oil and an unlabeled container of lubricant found on shelf over slicer.
  • 7-208.11B - First aid supplies are stored over slicer and near food preparation areas.
March 02, 2005Routine315Details / Comments
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Three non-working refrigeration units
  • 3-305.11A3 - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  • 4-101.111 - Repeat Cardboard and newspaper used in the kitchen to cover foods and as storage containers.
  • 4-904.11B - Repeat Unwrapped spoons were not stored in kitchen with the handles up or in same direction..
  • 4-201.11 - Serving and storage cabinet made of fiberboard and Veneer is not durable and surface is no longer cleanable.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers like Monosodium Glutimate, Grocery plastic bags, metal food cans were observed reused for the storage of foods.
  • 3-302.12 - Unlabeled food containers. Sugar
  • 3-302.11A4 - Critical Foods found stored uncovered.
  • 2-401.11A - Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 7-201.11B - Critical Chlorine bleach stored on shelf adjacent to bags of onions.
  • 6-202.15 - Repeat Openings to the exterior of the building are present around the screen door.
  • 6-202.14 - Toilet room door is not provided with a self-closing door. Self closer is missing.
  • 2-402.11A - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  • 4-903.11B - Pots and other utensils are not inverted for protection from contamination
  • 4-501.11B - The True rerfrigerator in the hallway needs to be repaired or replaced.The ice machine door is damaged. Other parts of the unhit are repaired with metallic tape.Surfaces of table shelves are repaired with the metallic tape.
  • 6-501.111B - One live roach found in establishment and several bottles of insecticide were also found indicating possible ongoing insect problem.
  • 4-502-11A - Ice scoop damaged and meat cleaver has handle wrapped with paper.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat The wall around the three vat sink and hand sink are soiled and rough.
October 05, 2004Routine315Details / Comments
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Repeat Observed raw beef stored over cooked meatballs and fresh vegetables in Reach in Refrigerator (RIR) in storage area.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Observed the following reused containers:1. Raw chicken stored in grocery store plastic bags in reach in refrigerator and freezer2. Soy milk stored in old Pepsi bottles
  • 6-201.11 - Observed uncleanable and absorbent ceiling tiles installed in food prep area.
  • 6-305.11A - Repeat Observed employee belongings such as shoes and jackets stored in food prep area.
  • 4-101.11A - Critical Observed the following:1. newspaper used as drying surface for washed sprouts2. wet towel used as cover for sanitized silverware3. paper towels used to separate portions of sprouts in plastic containers in reach in refrigerator.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed the following:1. unpainted drywall in storage area2. deteriorating caulking around mop sink3. chipping paint around handsink and 3-vat sink4. holes in walls around plumbing under 3-vat sink5. broken/missing tiles on floor and wall6. damaged/missing stainless steel corner blocks near mop sink
  • 4-501.11A - Repeat Observed the following equipment in need of repair:1. handle on reach in refrigerator in storage area2. support system on sink in women's bathroom3. door on ice maker
  • 4-904.11B - Observed single service spoons stored with food-contact surface and handles both presented to employees or customers.
  • 3-304.14B2 - Observed wet wiping cloths stored on food contact surfaces in between use.
  • 7-202.11A - Observed employee eyedrops stored in food prep area.
  • 6-301.14 - Observed no handwashing sign posted around handwashing sink.
  • 5-205.15B - Critical Repeat Plumbing underneath 3-vat sink and handsink are leaking and in need of repair.
  • 4-302.14 - Observed test kit for bleach sanitizing solution was stuck to wall and painted over.
  • 7-204.11 - Critical Observed sanitizing solution in 3-vat sink at (around) 20 ppm.
  • 3-501.15A - Observed improper cooling methods for soup.
  • 6-303.11C - Observed burnt out light bulbs above steam/soup cooking area.
  • 3-305.11A3 - Observed soup cooling in containers on the floor.
  • 6-501.111D - Observed the following:1. Dead German and oriental roaches in pest control trap.2. Harborage conditions underneath shelving in hallway and near soup cooking area.
  • 3-501.13 - Observed tubs of raw chicken thawing in hallway.
November 07, 2003Routine415Details / Comments
  • 6-202.15 - Repeat
  • 3-307.11 - Repeat
  • 4-201.11 - Repeat
  • 6-101.11A - Repeat
  • 6-305.11A - Repeat
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat
  • 6-501.114A - Repeat
  • 4-101.111 - Repeat
  • 6-303.11B - Repeat
May 12, 2003Follow-up09Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 10, 2003Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 12.1-12A - Critical There was no CFM when I arrived at the establishment.
  • 6-202.15 - Openings to the exterior of the building are present along the back exit.
  • 3-307.11 - Observed one (1) refrigerator and two (2) freezer units in the hallway leading to the restrooms.
  • 6-202.14 - Critical Both toilet room doors are not tight fitting. and/or provided with a self- closing door.
  • 4-101.11A - Critical Observed grocery bags, shoe box containers, green storage box which are not food grade.
  • 4-201.11 - The large soup pot with attached spout is not designed and constructed to be durable.
  • 6-101.11A - The ceiling located at the kitchen does not meet the standard of smooth, durable and easily cleanable.
  • 4-501.11B - The door gasket of the following are damaged:1) Ice machine2) Traulsen 2-door freezer
  • 3-303.12A - Repeat Observed food in direct contact with ice in the ice machine.
  • 6-501.114A - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.1) Frymaster fryer2) True freezer in dry storage3) Meat slicer in dry storage
  • 4-501.11A - 1) Observed the microwave and ice machine are duct taped and are not in good repair.
  • 4-501.11A - 2) Blodgett oven not working
  • 4-501.11A - 3) Two (2) prep reach in unit (top and bottom) in front of the stove is not functioning.
  • 12.1-5F - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1) Sharp Microwave
  • 4-101.111 - The nonfood contact surface of the wood shelf (in front of mop sink and kitchen entrance) is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  • 3-304.14A - Wiping cloths improperly used.
  • 6-303.11B - Inadequate lighting was noted in the Continental freezer.
  • 6-202.11A - Lights bulb(s) in the 2-door display case are not covered by a protective shielding.
  • 4-502.13A - Repeat Manufacturer containers such as coke bottles were observed reused for the storage of white liquid
  • 3-302.11A1 - Critical Observed eggs being stored over ready-to-eat foods in the 2-door display case.
  • 4-101.11B - Observed newspaper being used as a liner in the refrigeration units.
  • 4-904.11C - Unwrapped single service items such as straws were provided at the consumer self-service counter.
  • 6-305.11A - Dressing rooms/areas are not designated for employees who routinely change their clothes in the establishment. Observed shoes inside freezer.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed the following are not maintained in good repair.1.Mop sink flooring2.Mop sink wall3.Base coving in the kitchen4. Observed the pipe under the handsink resting on a cinder block.5. Missing floor tiles next to the Cambro
  • 12.1-17 - Critical Closing this establishment for No certified food manager.
May 09, 2003Routine518Details / Comments

September 16, 2009 (Risk Factor Assessment)


Violations: Comments:
During the critical procedures inspection of this establishment it was noted that management is aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. However, the person in charge was able to name the Big Five Foodborne illness which are required to be reported to the Health Department.
Hot Water Heater: Ruud, EZgL550-18-6, 18kW, from file.
Dishwasher: NA
Hood System:
Grease Trap:
Consumer Advisory: in compliance
Pest Control: Serviced regularly

May 14, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
COOKING, REHEATING & HOLDING TEMPERATURES:
Review cooking, reheating, and holding temperatures with food service employees
COOKING: Poultry 165F; Ground Beef & Comminuted Meats 155F; Steaks, Seafood, Pork, and Raw Shell Eggs 145F
REHEATING: PHFs prepared on site 165F, Commercially Processed Foods 140F
HOLDING: Hot 140F+, Cold 41F-
DO NOT let food sit in the “DANGER ZONE” (41F-140F) for extended periods of time.
FOOD STORAGE:
Food shall be stored in the refrigeration and freezer units according to cook temperature to prevent contamination. Raw food products requiring higher cook temperatures shall be stored below raw food products requiring lower cook temperatures.
BOTTOM SHELF – 165F Raw Poultry
MIDDLE SHELF – 155F Raw Ground Beef, Sausage, & Other Comminuted Meats
TOP SHELF – 145F Whole Intact Steaks, Pork, Seafood, Raw Shell Eggs

DATEMARKING:
Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of ready-to-eat (RTE), potentially hazardous food (PHF) at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. Similarly, mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar, including the prep/open date.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
Hot Water Heater: Ruud, EZgL550-18-6, 18kW, from file.
Dishwasher: NA
Hood System:
Grease Trap:
Consumer Advisory: in compliance
Pest Control: Serviced regularly, record reviewed

February 10, 2009 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
During the critical procedures inspection of this establishment it was noted that management is aware of the Food Code provision that employees are required to report certain symptoms or diagnosed illnesses to the person in charge. Person in charge was able to name the Big Five Foodborne illness which are required to be reported to the Health Department.
Hot Water Heater: Ruud, EZgL550-18-6, 18kW, from file.
Dishwasher: NA
Hood System:
Grease Trap:
Consumer Advisory: in compliance
Pest Control: Serviced regularly, record reviewed

September 29, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Review the Big 5 Food-borne Illnesses (Salmonella, E.Coli, Shigella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus) and the symptoms associated with these illnesses (diarrhea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps and/or jaundice). Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion.
COOKING, REHEATING & HOLDING TEMPERATURES:
Review cooking, reheating, and holding temperatures with food service employees
COOKING: Poultry 165F; Ground Beef & Comminuted Meats 155F; Steaks, Seafood, Pork, and Raw Shell Eggs 145F
REHEATING: PHFs prepared on site 165F, Commercially Processed Foods 140F
HOLDING: Hot 140F+, Cold 41F-
DO NOT let food sit in the “DANGER ZONE” (41F-140F) for extended periods of time.
FOOD STORAGE:
Food shall be stored in the refrigeration and freezer units according to cook temperature to prevent contamination. Raw food products requiring higher cook temperatures shall be stored below raw food products requiring lower cook temperatures.
BOTTOM SHELF – 165F Raw Poultry
MIDDLE SHELF – 155F Raw Ground Beef, Sausage, & Other Comminuted Meats
TOP SHELF – 145F Whole Intact Steaks, Pork, Seafood, Raw Shell Eggs
It is recommended that raw animal products be stored completely separate from raw vegetables, cooked animal products and other non-animal products, such as noodles & rice. If these foods are not stored on a separate shelf from the above listed raw animal products they must be stored above all raw animal products.

DATEMARKING:
Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of ready-to-eat (RTE), potentially hazardous food (PHF) at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. Similarly, mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar, including the prep/open date. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud, EZgL550-18-6, 18kW
*Dish Machine: n/a
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: n/a
*Hood System: cleaned quarterly
*Pest Control Services: obtained monthly

April 17, 2008 (Follow-up)

Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection to verify the repairs to the kitchen handsink.
The establishment has installed a new stainless steel handsink. Plumbing connections under the handsink were no longer leaking and the hot water was recorded at 141F. Please caulk the handsink to the wall.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

April 15, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
MAINTENANCE:
*Water Heater: Rheem Ruud, EZgl550-18-6, 18kW
*Dish Machine: n/a
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: n/a
*Hood System: cleaned quarterly
*Pest Control Services: obtained monthly, no activity noted.
**Time reflects inspection time only
Additional information on foodborne illness, hand washing, and proper food storage was provided.

August 23, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a critical procedures inspection.
**The True 2 upright freezer and prep unit are currently not functioning. No potentially hazardous foods were observed in these units and the units are being used to store dry goods. In the event of a change of ownership or remodeling/renovations, these units must be removed or repaired.
NOTES TO THE OPERATOR:
1) Repair the handsink immediately and keep it stocked with soap and papertowels at ALL times.
2) Obtain test strips to monitor chlorine solution of the sanitizer basin at the 3 compartment sink.
3) Repair wall around the 3 compartment sink
4) Repair cracked and missing tiles around the 3 compartment sink.
**Additional information on cooling, consumer advisory, raw/ready-to-eat storage, and food-borne illness was provided.
NOTES:
*Water Heater: Ruud, EZgL550-18-6, 18kW
*Dish Machine: n/a
*Grease Trap: n/a
*Hood Filters: n/a
*Hood System: cleaned quarterly
*Pest Control Services: obtained monthly, last service 8/8/07, 1 roach observed.

April 24, 2007 (Follow-up)

Comments:
The purpose of this visit is to conduct a follow-up inspection. All violations from 3/28/07 have been corrected.

March 28, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit is to conduct a routine inspection.

March 30, 2006 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a Critical Procedure Inspection where the emphasis is on those risk factors that most directly affect the safe and sanitary preparation and service of food. Other less critical items, if observed, are not mentioned in this report but are brought to the food manager's attention for correction.
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 (PIC). 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 or diagnosed illnesses. As discussed with the CFM, employees shall be RESTRICTED from working in a food service establishment when they are experiencing symptoms of sore throat, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and jaundice. Until the employee obtains documentation from a medical professional that he/she is no longer experiencing those symptoms may they return to work. If an employee has been diagnosed with and/or been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with Salmonella, Shigella, E.Coli, and Hepatitis A they are EXCLUDED from working in the food service establishment until laboratory tests have confirmed they are no longer carriers of the disease.
ALL critical and easily correctable non-critical violations shall be corrected immediately. If any questions arise, please contact me at the telephone number provided.
REMINDERS: 1. Employees shall wash their hands frequently at hand sinks using warm water and soap. 2. Employees shall handle food properly using utensils and/or wearing disposable gloves that are changed often. 3. Monitor food, refrigeration and freezer temperatures. Use your calibrated thermometers to ensure food is held at 41F or below and 140F or above. 4. Continue to inspect canned food deliveries and segregate any dented cans from general storage. 5. Maintain pest control services as needed. Keep records of all services provided. 6. Maintain grease trap and hood filter cleanings on a regular basis. Keep records of all cleanings performed. 7. Discuss with your employees illnesses, diseases, and symptoms that would prevent them from coming to work (e.g. vomiting, diarrhea, fever, E.Coli, Salmonella, etc.). 8. Properly date mark food items with the “use by” date if held beyond 24 hours. 9. Contact the Health Department before you make any changes, additions, and/or renovations to the establishment. 10. ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia’s website.
Please remember that proper hand washing is the most important thing that food service employees can do to prevent food contaminaion. Review when and how to wash hands with all employees and monitor hand washing practices.
Water Heater Ruud EGL S50-18-G 18 KW

September 20, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a ROUTINE inspection at the above named establishment. All critical and easily correctable non-critical violations shall be corrected immediately. All other violations must be corrected as soon as possible within the next 90 days. If any questions arise, please contact me at the number provided.
There is need for repairs to the physical facilities, particularly the walls which have been repaired with sheet metal which is not effective and has sharp metallic edges. Other wall surfaces also need to be repaired.
Refrigeration is inadequate in the prep area as the main unit does not work and foods are being allow to sit out on the counter at room temperature. This situatlon must be corrected to provide safe cold holding temperatures.
REMINDERS: 1. Employees shall wash their hands frequently at hand sinks using warm water and soap. 2. Employees shall handle food properly using utensils and/or wearing disposable gloves that are changed often. 3. Monitor food, refrigeration and freezer temperatures. Use your calibrated thermometers to ensure food is held at 41F or below and 140F or above. 4. Continue to inspect canned food deliveries and segregate any dented cans from general storage. 5. Maintain pest control services as needed. Keep records of all services provided. 6. Maintain grease trap and hood filter cleanings on a regular basis. Keep records of all cleanings performed. 7. Discuss with your employees illnesses, diseases, and symptoms that would prevent them from coming to work (e.g. vomiting, diarrhea, fever, E.Coli, Salmonella, etc.). 8. Properly date mark food items with the “use by” date if held beyond 24 hours. 9. Contact the Health Department before you make any changes, additions, and/or renovations to the establishment. 10. ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia’s website.
Please remember that proper hand washing is the most important thing that food service employees can do to prevent food contamination. Review when and how to wash hands with all employees and monitor hand washing practices.
Hot water heater: Ruud EZgL550-18-6 18 KW 74 GPH

March 02, 2005 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a follow up inspection to confirm repairs to the water heater and correction of easily correctible violations. Most items have been corrected and the pest control operator is scheduled to visit today to evaluate and treat for roaches. Correct remaining violations by the next routine inspection. I was notified by the owner and repair technician about 6:00 p.m. yesterday and at that time verbal approval to resume business was given.

March 02, 2005 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a follow up inspection to confirm repairs to the water heater and correction of easily correctible violations. Most items have been corrected and the pest control operator is scheduled to visit today to evaluate and treat for roaches. Correct remaining violations by the next routine inspection. I was notified by the owner and repair technician about 6:00 p.m. yesterday and at that time verbal approval to resume business was given.

March 02, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. During the inspection it was observed that there was no hot water coming from the faucets and the pipes at the water heater were not hot. A check of the file indicated that the water heater is of sufficient capacity for the restaurant but the restaurant still ran out of hot water. After a short period of time the water became warm again but after running for several minutes it had not reached the required 110 F. It appears likely that the heater may not be working to maximum efficiency due to faulty heating elements. The restaurant was closed for an imminent health hazard and is to remain closed until I am notified that the water heater has been repaired and is functioning properly. You may call me at the number provided and have the repair technician advise me of the status of the water heater. If it has been repaired satisfactorily and is able to provide a sustained supply of hot water at 110 F or greater the restaurant may reopen and a followup visit will be made tomorrow to confirm the hot water supply repair.
At the time of the followup inspection, other easily correctable violations are expected to have been corrected.

March 02, 2005 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This is a routine inspection. During the inspection it was observed that there was no hot water coming from the faucets and the pipes at the water heater were not hot. A check of the file indicated that the water heater is of sufficient capacity for the restaurant but the restaurant still ran out of hot water. After a short period of time the water became warm again but after running for several minutes it had not reached the required 110 F. It appears likely that the heater may not be working to maximum efficiency due to faulty heating elements. The restaurant was closed for an imminent health hazard and is to remain closed until I am notified that the water heater has been repaired and is functioning properly. You may call me at the number provided and have the repair technician advise me of the status of the water heater. If it has been repaired satisfactorily and is able to provide a sustained supply of hot water at 110 F or greater the restaurant may reopen and a followup visit will be made tomorrow to confirm the hot water supply repair.
At the time of the followup inspection, other easily correctable violations are expected to have been corrected.

October 05, 2004 (Routine)


Violations:

November 07, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
This purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection. Please note the following:
1. All critical violations corrected during inspection
2. Correct all non-critical violations by next routine inspection
Questions? 703 246 2448

May 12, 2003 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a follow-up inspection from fridays routine inspection, the following corrections were made:
1.Raw eggs are now stored at the bottom shelf of the unit.
2.The restroom doors are now provided with self-closing door gadgets.
3.Grocery bags,shoe boxes are replaced with food grade containers.
4.Sharp microwave was taken out from the kitchen.
5.All potentially hazardous foods such as beef, and beef tendons are on ice and internal temperature of 35F and 38F.
6.Coke empty bottles are all discarded and not being re-used to store tofu milk.
7.Newspaper liner in the units were removed.
All of the above other violations must be corrected.

May 10, 2003 (Follow-up)

Comments:
This is a follow-up inspection from yesterdays closure for no Certified Food Manager.Mr.Nguyen had paged me this morning to re-opened his establishment.Mr Nguyen Toan is present today in his establishment and the Fairfax Health Dept.permit is re-instated.Open for business.

May 09, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Reinspection will be conducted on Monday, 5/12/03. Have all criticals and easily correctable non-criticals corrected by reinspection. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action.

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