Arlington Restaurant Inspections: Dirty Beverage Nozzles, Food Slicer

ARLINGTON, VA — Several facilities in Arlington recorded violations during recent inspections from the Arlington County Public Health department. Inspectors conducted the most recent visits between Aug. 1 and Aug. 16.

In Virginia, all food service locations are supposed to be inspected at least once per year. Facilities with higher risk factors may be inspected as often as four times per year, according to the Virginia Department of Health.

Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. Sometimes, the follow-up inspection only considers the most important "priority" violations.

For every observed violation, the inspector provides a specific corrective action that can be completed to rectify the violation. Sometimes these are simple, and violations can be corrected during the course of the inspection.

Depending on the results of the inspection, the health department can pursue several actions.

They can issue a permit for the restaurant to continue serving food, they can schedule a follow-up inspection to determine if violations have been rectified, or they can temporarily shut down an establishment until certain issues are solved.

The Virginia Department of Health only recommends restaurants have their permits suspended when "the continued operation of the foodservice presents a substantial and imminent threat to the public health."

Here are the most recent violations as listed by Arlington County Public Health:

Quinn's on the Corner, 1776 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209

Date inspected: Aug. 16

Total violations: 4

• Handsink in the ware-washing area was not easily accessible. Corrective Actions: Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the chemicals' containers preventing its use.
• Observed no chlorine sanitizer coming out 3-compartment sink. Corrective Actions: Repair or replace the chemical dispenser and ensure to check the chlorine sanitizer concentration a few time throughout the day.
• Grilled chicken was not cooked to 165F or above. Corrective Actions: Continue to cook the stuffed food to heat all parts to 165°F or above for 15 seconds.
• Observed chicken (112F) and white cheese sauce (119F) at improper hot holding temperature. Corrective Actions: Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 135°F or above through the hot holding period.

Rosa Mexicano, 1100 South Hayes St. Unit 37, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 16

Total violations: 1

• Handsink in the ware-washing area observed improperly blocked by a food-service cart. Corrective Actions: Handwashing facilities must be accessible for handwashing at all times.

Samuel Becketts Irish Gastro Pub, 2800 S. Randolph St. Suite 110, Arlington, VA 22206

Date inspected: Aug. 16

Total violations: 2

• Shell eggs were stored above case of celery in walk in. Corrected. Corrective Actions: Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• Shepherds pie mix and mashed potatoes were not reheated to 165F or higher before being placed on the steam table. Corrected. Corrective Actions: Rapidly reheat food for hot holding to 165°F or above within 2 hours.

Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 16

Total violations: 2

• The date is not recorded on the oyster tags with the last day shellstock was sold or served - (corrected by instructions). Corrective Actions: The date when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label.
• Ice machine plate is in need of cleaning. Corrective Actions: Surfaces of the ice machine should be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Bowlero, 320 S 23rd St. #100, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 15

Total violations: 1

• During inspection observed that soda nozzles, utensils at the bar, and condiment dispenser in the kitchen dish storage still had food debris or residue present. Corrective Actions: Dishes that have food debris on the surface have not been properly washed, rinsed and sanitized. If utensils or equipment is observed to be dirty after washing, please re-wash equipment.

Kabobistan of Arlington, 3400 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204

Date inspected: Aug. 15

Total violations: 1

Green cutting board in back kitchen area in need of cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Actions: Properly clean and sanitize equipment.

La Cocina VA (Kitchen of Purpose), 918 S Lincoln St Suite #2, Arlington, VA 22204

Date inspected: Aug. 15

Total violations: 2

• The bar dish machine is not being tested at a frequency to ensure dishes are sanitized properly. Corrective Actions: Ensure employees are properly sanitizing cleaned equipment and utensils before they are reused, through routine monitoring of solution temperature and exposure time for hot water sanitizing, and chemical concentration, pH, temperature, and exposure time for chemical sanitizing.
• The bar dish machine is not properly sanitizing due to no measurable chlorine sanitizer being present. Corrective Actions: Test the dish machine regularly to ensure the dishes are properly being sanitized.

Gerard Dining Hall, 2807 N Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22207

Date inspected: Aug. 11

Total violations: 2

• Cakes available on buffet are not protected from customer contamination. Corrective Actions: Protect food from cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
• Remaining portions of deli meats are not marked with manufacturer's expiration date. Corrected by instruction. Corrective Actions: Mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. 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.

Tacombi, 1550 Crystal Dr Ste E, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 11

Total violations: 2

• Chlorine dish-machine at the bar area observed at improper concentration when tested (<5 ppm). Corrective Actions: Manager has contacted repair technician.

For Five Coffee Roasters, 2311 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 10

Total violations: 1

• Observed almond milk holding at 44F in under counter cooler. Corrective Actions: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below. Adjust under counter cooler so that it is able to maintain foods at 41F or below.

Tivoli Pastry and Gourmet, 901 N Stuart St., Arlington, VA 22203

Date inspected: Aug. 10

Total violations: 2

• No hot water supply is available at kitchen hand sink. Valve stem is stripped at handle. Operator was able to get supply to work sporadically. Corrective Actions: Hot water supply should be made available at all times at hand sink.
• Bowl of raw chicken breasts were stored above bottles of smoothies in walk in refrigerator. Corrected. Corrective Actions: Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.

Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe, 1350 S Eads St #80, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 10

Total violations: 2

• Chicken in 3-door prep unit observed not properly cold holding. Corrective Actions: Chicken Discarded. Discard the food and ensure that potentially hazardous foods for cold holding are maintained at 41°F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
• Bulk food Container not labeled. Corrective Actions: Label working containers with the common name of its contents. Consumers may be allergic to certain foods or ingredients. The mistaken use of an ingredient when the consumer has requested that it not be used may result in severe medical consequences. Liquid foods and granular foods may resemble cleaning compounds. The mistaken use of food from an unlabeled container could result in chemical poisoning.

Moby Dick, 3000 Washington Blvd # B, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 10

Total violations: 1

• Seared cut tomatoes found improperly hot holding at 95 F on-top of the steam table. Corrective Actions: Hot hold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food at 135°F or above to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.

Hunan Village, 4775 Langston Blvd, Arlington, VA 22207

Date inspected: Aug. 9

Total violations: 1

• Container of rice (98 F) on the cook line observed improperly stored at room temperature. Corrective Actions: Product discarded by person in charge.

Euro Market & Cafe, 2201 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 9

Total violations: 2

• Unused portions of deli meats are not marked for use with manufacturer's date. Corrected by instruction. Corrective Actions: Mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. 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.
• Working containers of @HAZARDOUS PRODUCT@ are not properly labeled. Corrective Actions: Provide manufacturer's label on containers of @Hazardous product@ that is legible. The accidental contamination of food or food-contact surfaces can cause serious illness.

Green Pig Bistro, 1025 N. Fillmore St. Ste D, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 9

Total violations: 2

• Raw burger patties were stored above crab cakes and deli cheese in drawer prep unit. Corrected. Corrective Actions: Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• Food contact surfaces of mechanical can opener blade and french fry chopper are in need of cleaning. Corrective Actions: Clean food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils between and after uses to prevent cross contamination.

Z-Burger, 509 23rd St. S, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 9

Total violations: 6

• Veggie burgers found improperly stored right next to raw turkey burgers. Corrective Actions: Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• Eggs, guacamole, special sauce improperly cold holding at 42 F inside the 2-door counter refrigerator-->items relocated to another refrigerator to keep 41 F or below. Shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes found improperly cold holding at 43-47 F inside the salad bar; adjust to hold 41 F or below. Corrective Actions: Relocate time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
• No written procedures for "Time As a Public Health Control" for the French fries (95 F) nor time marking.Corrective Actions: Provide written procedures for the use of time as a public health control. The procedures must include the following steps or practices: a. Food must be marked with the time within which it must be cooked, served or discarded. b. The food is served or discarded within four hours from the time when the food is removed from temperature control c. Food in unmarked containers or packages, or for which the time expires is discarded and d. Written procedures are maintained in the food establishment and made available to the regulatory authority upon request e. Once time is implemented as a control measure for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food, no other measures may be substituted.
• 2-door refrigerator is not in good repair/properly adjusted. Corrective Actions: Repair the refrigerator(s) to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability.
• No trash and/or recycling dumpsters outside. Corrective Actions: Provide enough pest and rodent proof refuse containers for the storage of all waste with food residue.
• Old toilet behind building along with litter. Three unused fryers in the dining area. Corrective Actions: Remove all unnecessary items from the facility. The presence of unnecessary articles, including equipment which is no longer used, makes regular and effective cleaning more difficult and less likely. It can also provide harborage for insects and rodents.

Paisano's, 2201 N. Pershing Dr. Suite #F, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 7

Total violations: 1

• Observed the following improperly cold holding in the salad prep unit: sliced tomatoes (51F), chicken wings (50F) and feta cheese (51F). All items were brought from the walk-in cooler this morning and relocated to a working cooler. Corrective Actions: Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41°F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.

East West, 3101 Wilson Blvd 4, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 4

Total violations: 1

• The interior of the ice machine was observed soiled. PIC cleaned and sanitized the equipment (Corrected).

Days Inn Arlington-Continental Breakfast, 2201 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 4

Total violations: 2

• Observed bleach stored in spray bottle with no label. Corrective Actions: Ensure all containers containing chemical or cleaning sprays are labeled with the name of the contents.
• Observed wiping cloths used to line the shelves in the walk in cooler. Corrective Actions: Do not use cloths to line shelves.

Rappahannock Coffee, 2406 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 4

• There is no Certified Food Protection Manager on duty. Corrective Actions: Obtain a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate within 10 days.
• Observed a carton of raw-shelled eggs stored over gallons of milk in "Bev Air" 2-dr RIC (basement). Corrective Actions: Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food.
• Three-compartment sink is in need of de-liming and cleaning. Corrective Actions: De-lime and clean the 3-compartment sink.
• Ice cream freezer is in need of defrosting and cleaning. Corrective Actions: Non-food contact surfaces of ice cream freezer shall be kept free for an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residues and other debris.

Burger King, 3627 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 1

• Milk and milkshake mix in 1 door cooler holding at 44 and 46F adjust cooler to maintain foods at 41F. Corrective Actions: If unit does not cool within 1 hour move foods to a working unit.

Open Kitchen, 1300 N 17th St, Suite 110, Arlington, VA 22209

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 1

• Observed grilled chicken (121F) and fried chicken patty (117F) hot holding at improper temperatures. The chicken was reheated during the inspection. Corrective Actions: Hot hold potentially hazardous food at 135°F or above to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.

Kusshi, 1201 S Joyce St., Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 1

• Shrimp (56 F), beef (58 F), tofu (58 F), and chicken (53 F) in the left cook-line prep unit observed at improper temperature. Corrective Actions: Ice added to the product and unit was reset. Ensure that unit holds at 41 F or below and have serviced if needed.

Roots & Vines, 5852 N Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22205

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 3

• Cutting board has stains in the cuts-->resurface or replace if stains don't come out. Corrective Actions: Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
• Outer openings not protected from the entry of pests with entrance doors propped open without screened doors. Corrective Actions: Protect the food establishment against the entry of insects and rodents by 1. Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings, 2. Closed, tight fitting windows, and 3. Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
• Outside trash/recycling dumpsters aren't in good repair with rusty holes. Corrective Actions: Replace the outside refuse container with one that is a tight fit.

Hilton Arlington National Landing - Relish, Executive Lounge, & Employee Cafeteria, 2399 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 1

• Ware-washing machine is not achieving a sanitize temperature of 160F at the dish. (153F is being reached. Call for service was placed and 3 part sink set up for use. Corrective Actions: Repair the unit so that achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160°F can be measured by an irreversible registering temperature indicator (e.g. thermolabel and maximum registering thermometer). Discontinue use of mechanical warewashing machine and convert to use of 3-vat sink wash, rinse and chemical sanitization. Use single-service items as deemed necessary if not capable of effective manual washing, rinsing, and sanitization of food-contact surfaces.

Khun Yai Thai Restaurant, 2509 N Harrison St., Arlington, VA 22207

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 2

• Ware-washing machine is not ejecting sanitizer. Three compartment sink will be used until call for service is placed. Corrective Actions: After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized before coming in contact with food and before use.
• Unlabeled chemical spray bottles observed in establishment. Corrected. Corrective Actions: Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.

Taco Bell #22917, 4681 King St., Arlington, VA 22206

Date inspected: Aug. 3

Total violations: 2

• Observed dumpster are is in need of cleaning. Corrective Actions: Clean and power wash area is in need of cleaning.
• Observed outdoor dumpster and recycling bins door open. Corrective Actions: Close the doors of all waste containers when not in continuous use.

Extreme Pizza, 3444 Fairfax Drive #4, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 2

Total violations: 1

• Pizza pan observed in need of cleaning/replacing. Corrective Actions: Clean food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils between and after uses to prevent cross contamination.

Hawkers Asian Street Food, 4201 Wilson Blvd Suite #0170, Arlington, VA 22203

Date inspected: Aug. 2

Total violations: 4

• No soap provided at the bar hand sink. Corrective Actions: Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
• Observed the following improperly hot holding in the steam table: chicken stock broth (110F), pork (126F) and brown sauce (126F). All were immediately reheated. Corrective Actions: Hot hold potentially hazardous food at 135°F or above to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
• Observed cooked chicken (55F) and cooked duck (50F) improperly cold holding in the prep unit. All items were removed and the unit temperature was adjusted. Corrective Actions: Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41°F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.

BBQ Chicken & Beer, 3503 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 2

Total violations: 1

• Handsink next to the dish-machine observed not properly functioning (low pressure at faucet). Corrective Actions: Properly repair plumbing. Person in charge contacted the repair technician.

El Paso Cafe, 4235 N Pershing Dr., Arlington, VA 22203

Date inspected: Aug. 2

Total violations: 2

• Observed the dish machine not properly sanitizing dishes due to no measurable sanitizer being present. The sanitizer bucket was empty and changed out during the inspection. Corrective Actions: Ensure the sanitizer is tested regularly to properly sanitize dishes.
• Observed the following not properly dated with a made or discard date: shredded chicken, ground beef, rice and guacamole.Corrective Actions: Ensure all prepared RTE (TCS) food is mark with the name and ""consume by"" date on the container at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served, sold or discarded within 7 calendar days. 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.

Renaissance Arlington Capital View-SOCCI Restaurant and Bar, 2800 S Potomac Ave., Arlington, VA 22202

Date inspected: Aug. 1

Total violations: 1

• Beverage nozzle at bar observed in need of cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Actions: Properly clean and sanitize equipment.

Metro 29 Diner Restaurant, 4711 Langston Blvd Arlington, VA 22207

Date inspected: Aug. 1

Total violations: 1

• The handwashing sink on the cook's line was not provided with hand soap. PIC provided hand soap during the inspection (Corrected).

Taqueria El Poblano, 2503-A N Harrison St Arlington, VA 22207

Date inspected: Aug. 1

Total violations: 3

• Hand sink at bar observed missing hand soap. Corrective Actions: Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
• Hand sink at bar observed missing paper towels. Corrective Actions: Hand drying devices such as individual disposable paper towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or heated air hand drying device must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing and avoid employees to drying their hands on their clothing or other unclean materials.
• Working spray bottles observed not labeled. Corrective Actions: Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.

Circa at Clarendon, 3010 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Date inspected: Aug. 1

Total violations: 3

• Interior of the bulk ice machine in need of cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Actions: Properly clean and sanitize equipment.
• Kitchen mechanical slicer observed in need of cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Actions: Properly clean and sanitize equipment.
• Sliced tomatoes (55 F), roasted peppers (55 F), and corn (57 F) observed cold holding at improper temperature in the cook-line preparation unit. Corrective Actions: Product is to be used within 4 hours or discard. Manager has contacted repair technician.