Route 1 Restaurant Inspections: Kung Fu Tea, Bread & Water Company

HYBLA VALLEY, VA — With Fairfax County Health Department's restaurant inspection reports back online, we continue to look at reports in the Route 1 corridor.

The health department's environmental health staff inspect over 5,200 restaurants and other retail food service establishments in Fairfax County and cities of Falls Church and Fairfax to ensure safe food handling practices are followed. This includes proper sanitation, food storage and preparation, and adequate kitchen facilities. Aside from restaurants, staff inspect child care centers, hospitals, school cafeterias, and temporary food service vendors at festivals.Residents can search for a specific restaurant or browse a map of inspected locations through the online database.

The health department cautions residents that a single inspection should not be used to evaluate a restaurant. Pieter Sheehan, the Fairfax County environmental health director, says "it is important to look at multiple inspection reports for a facility to truly understand their approach and commitment to food safety and sanitation."

This week's report focuses on restaurants in Huntington, Groveton, Belle Haven and Fort Hunt in February, March, April and May. None of the restaurants had any pest violations, and some had no violations at all.

Click on each report for more information.

Chipotle Mexican Grill: 6770 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: April 18

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: white rice in #4 (110F).

Ruby's Jamaican Kitchen: 2817 Schooley Dr., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: Feb. 6

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: shredded cabbage (46F, 50F) and chopped kale (49F) in the Superb under counter cooler.
• The following food item(s) were observed hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: ox tail (121F) in steam wells, and fried snapper fish (118F) on stove.
• The person in charge is not a certified food protection manager. The person in charge was unable to provide proof of active credentials.
• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: bottles of oil and vinegar at the cook line.
• A food employee was observed drinking at the cook line, where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection.

Starbucks Coffee: 6754 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: April 23

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: mozzarella cheese stick(45F, 44F) in #1 and hard boiled egg (46F) in #1.
• No heat sensitive test strip available to verify heat sanitization step of mechanical warewashing machine.

Wendy's: 6636 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: May 23

Violations: No violations found.

Boston Market: 6650 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 30

Violations:

• The person in charge had no active certified food manager certification.
• Observed no thermometer devices located in the 2 dr under counter cooler in front and in the 3 dr upright in the back.
• The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41F: 3 dr upright freezer was not operating as a freezer because it was not functioning. The PIC reported that it was being used as a refrigeration unit, but ambient temperatures were not appropriate (54F).

TGI Friday's: 6640 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: Feb. 26

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: sliced tomato (46F) in #8, chocolate milk (49F) and 2% milk (49F) in #6.
• Due to improper operation of the hot water, mechanical warewashing machine, the thermal plate only registered at 145F, indicating that food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not being adequately sanitized.
• The person in charge is not able to provide a verbal or written policy for preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by an employee who has a disease or a medical condition.

Panera Bread: 6670 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 6

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: soufflé cheese mix (43F), soufflé spinach bacon mix (43F) and soufflé spinach artichoke mix (43F) in #1.

Chili's Bar and Grill: 6601 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 19

Violations:

• The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: the dishes in the low temperature dish machine were not properly sanitized due to the machine malfunctioning and not properly dispensing chemical sanitizer solution.
• When tested, the low temperature, chemical sanitizing warewashing machine was observed with a sanitizing rinse concentration of 0ppm chlorine solution.
• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: diced tomatoes (59F) and corn salsa (61F) in #4.

Krispy Kreme: 6332 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 16

Violations: No violations found.

Kung Fu Tea: 6328 B Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 13

Violations:

• The person in charge is not able to provide written procedures for the use of time as a public health control with the following time/temperature control for safety food item(s): tapioca pearls.
• It shall be unlawful to operate a food establishment unless it is under the immediate control of a certified food manager who has shown proficiency through passing an accredited examination
• Observed the hand sink at the front prep area observed used to rinse utensils.
• The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: blue ice scoop holder.

Crab Cab: 6328 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: March 13

Violations:

• Food exposed to splash from hand sink at bar and rear kitchen area.

Applebee's: 6310 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22306

Last inspection: May 31

Violations: No violations found.

Milk and Honey: 6305 C Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: May 15

Violations:

• Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods such as shredded cheese and cooked shredded chicken in 2DR prep unit and in Walk-in refrigerator, observed raw shell eggs over cut hash brown potatoes and green beans.

Panda Express: 6307 G Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 15

Violations:

• Upon discussion with the person-in-charge, one or more of the elements of an effective employee health policy is either missing or incomplete.

Chuck E Cheese's: 6301 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 14

Violations: No violations found.

McDonald's: 6239 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 13

Violations:

• Observed the hand sink at the drive thru being used to fill a coffee pot.

Domino's Pizza: 6228 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 15

Violations: No violations found.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries: 6210 Quander Rd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: March 15

Violations: No violations found.

Tango Pastry: 6100 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: May 16

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Sliced cheese and sliced ham in 2DR UPR Beverage Air cooler was 44 and 45.
• The handwashing facility located in the dish washing area is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
• Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.

WNB Factory: 5952 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: May 15

Violations:

• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: rice, bread crumbs, and flour. Also observed liquid butter, oil and water in spray bottles near grill not labeled.

Subway: 5836 North Kings Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 14

Violations: No violations found.

Dunkin Donuts: 5836 North Kings Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 13

Violations: No violations found.

Viola Pastry & Cafe: 5908 North Kings Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: March 13

Violations: No violations found.

Bob & Edith's Diner: 5918 North Kings Hwy., Alexandria, Va 22303

Last inspection: April 9

Violations: No violations found.

Belle Haven Pizzeria: 1401 Belle Haven Rd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: May 29

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Cut Romain lettuce (46f), prepped salad mix (49f), Caesar dressing (50f), shredded cheese (50f), mushrooms (49f) in Sauté prep cooler along cook line and Alfredo sauce (46f) and shredded cheese (45f)in Pizza prep cooler along cook line
• The handwashing facility located to the left of the 3 vat sink/dish washer is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.

Primo's Family Restaurant: 1636 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: breaded chicken (48F)and fettuccine pasta (46F) in #2.

Starbucks at Safeway: 1624 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• The person in charge is not able to provide a written policy for preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by an employee who has a disease or a medical condition.
• Observed that a sign that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the hand-washing sink, located in the facility, used by food employees.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe: 1610 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: April 13

Violations:

• There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning of the inspection.
• Multiple open coffee cups with coffee inside, stored at the prep area in the back, where food preparation was taking place.

Bread & Water Company: 1512 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: April 5

Violations:

• The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: the dishes and utensils in the chemical sanitizing dish machine were not properly sanitized due to the incorrect chemical being used in the dish machine. The vendor delivered the incorrect chemical necessary for the sanitizing step of the machine.
• EHS observed the dishes and utensils in the chemical sanitizing dish machine were not properly sanitized due to the incorrect chemical being used in the dishmachine. The vendor delivered the incorrect chemical necessary for the sanitizing step of the machine, and there was no container with information about the product being used.
• The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41F: Maxx Cold prep top cooler (46F) and the Leader display case cooler (46F).
• EHS observed a pot of pasta cooking on a hot plate, located directly under the paper towel dispenser, increasing risk of contamination from wet or dripping hands.
• Observed that a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the hand-washing sink, located in the women’s restroom, usedby food employees.

Roy Rogers: 1506 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: March 30

Violations:

• The following food item(s) for which time rather than temperature is used as a control is not marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hourspast the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control: the facility is using time for the salad bar fixing station and there was no 4 hour time parameters marked.
• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: multiple bottles of sauces at the cook line without the common names labeled.

Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins: 1500 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria, Va 22307

Last inspection: May 31

Violations:

• The food establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

Roseina's: 1307 Shenandoah Rd., Alexandria, Va 22308

Last inspection: April 2

Violations:

• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: multiple bottles of dressing above prep top cooler.

River Bend Bistro: 7966 Fort Hunt Rd., Alexandria, Va 22308

Last inspection: Feb. 12

Violations:

• The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41F: Danby 1 Dr under counter cooler(47F).
• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: multiple bottles of oils, containers of salt and pepper at the cook line.

Cedar Knoll: 9030 Lucia Ln, Alexandria, Va 22308

Last inspection: April 10

Violations:

• The food establishment does not have written procedures for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
• Observed that paper towels were not provided at the hand-washing sink for employees, in the kitchen area.
• There were no temperature measuring devices located in the following cold equipment: True 4 drawer cooler and Delfield 4 drawer prep top cooler.
• Observed unclean interior of the ice bin in dry storage area, located in the bakery area.
• Improperly stored scoops with the handles below the level of the flour, in container in the dry storage area.
• There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the employee’s bathroom, located in the kitchen area.