Grime In Rice Cooker, Pest Spray: Manassas Restaurant Inspections

MANASSAS, VA — Some restaurants in the Manassas area recorded violations during recent health department inspections between Oct. 23 and 31.

Health inspectors conduct most restaurant and other health inspections in person. However, some visits, such as those for training purposes, can be conducted virtually. Violations 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.

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. Other violations are addressed later, and an inspector may conduct a follow-up inspection to ensure compliance.

Here are the most recent inspections from the Manassas and western Prince William County area, according to the Prince William Health District. One notable inspection happened at Thai Pepper III in Haymarket, where there were over a dozen violations like grime in the rice cooker and pest spray present near canned goods.

Bob Evans Restaurant #259: 10830 Promenade Ln Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 31

Violations:

• Observed uncovered raw shell eggs inside a metal container near flat grill in the kitchen.
• Observed plates with food debris build up inside the Randell 2 door reach in prep cooler near the Kolpak Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed there was no temperature measuring device located in the following cold holding equipment: Randell 2 door reach in prep cooler, 2 Drawer lowboy prep cooler, and the 1 Door prep cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed two torn seals (gaskets) on the 2 Drawer lowboy cooler and Delfield 2 Door upright refrigerator near the cookline in the kitchen. Observed cracked tiles near the bread rack.
• Observed two rusted shelves in the dish washing area of the kitchen.
• Observed the floor with encrusted dirt build up underneath the beverage dispenser machine in the server area in the kitchen. Observed ceiling vents with encrusted dust build up above the server area in the kitchen.
• Observed apron hanging near clean dishes on dish storage shelf in the kitchen.

Kabul Kabob House: 6426 Trading Sq Haymarket, VA 20169

Last inspection: Oct. 30

Violations:

• Observed food (cooked chickpeas, dumplings, and raw chicken breast in the original box) stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer.
• Observed hand sink behind register in a state of disrepair. The person in charge (PIC) provided documentation of an appointment made to repair to hand sink. The PIC agreed to notify all food employees to use the working hand sink in the kitchen.
• Observed cardboard being used to store food in the walk-in freezer. Cardboard is not nonabsorbent or easily cleanable. The person in charge removed the cardboard from the walk-in freezer.
• Observed one light bulb above the stove not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.

Costa Azul Mariscos: 8265 Shoppers Sq Manassas, VA 20111

Last inspection: Oct. 29

Violations:

• Employees are not aware of the reporting procedures concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
• Raw foods of animal origin (shell eggs) stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food cabbage in the refrigeration unit.
• Observed soiled cutting board located at the food preparation table that are not being cleaned at least every 4 hours.
• A drink refrigerator is being used to store temperature control for safety food (TCS). Observed soup stored at 42F inside in the drink refrigerator.

Subway: 7600 Stream Walk Ln Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 29

Violations: No violations found.

Tony's New York Pizza: 5361 Merchants View Sq Haymarket, VA 20169

Last inspection: Oct. 29

Violations:

• There is no person in charge with a valid Food Protection Manager Certification from an accredited agency recognized by the Conference for Food Protection. The person in charge provided a recently-expired Certified Food Protection Manager certificate and stated that he will renew his certification.
• There are no temperature test strips for the heat-sanitizing dishwasher present to ensure the heat sanitizing temperature is at the proper temperature.

Dunkin Donuts: 13801 Heathcote Blvd., Suite 120 Gainesville, VA 20155

Last inspection: Oct. 28

Violations:

• All the hand washing sinks temp between 94-97F.
• The hot water at the 3 compartment sink temp at 101F.

Checkers: 7550 Broken Branch Ln Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 28

Violations:

• Observed that hand soap was not provided at the handwashing sink near the mop sink in the kitchen.
• Observed green container stored inside the hand washing sink near the slushie machine in the kitchen.
• Observed a container of powdered sugar not labeled near the fryers in the kitchen.
• Observed boxes of dry goods (shortening cubes) stored on top of milk crates near the fryers in the kitchen.
• Observed an ice scoop stored uncovered on the soda bib shelf near the ice machine in the kitchen.
• Observed cardboard liner on the floor inside the Brown Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed the ceiling vent with encrusted dust build up above the sandwich preparation area in the kitchen.
• Observed the floor in poor repair inside the Brown Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored in the dumpster area.
• Observed a wet mop is not placed in a position that allows it to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.

Wendy's #6613: 10700 Bulloch Dr Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 28

Violations: No violations found.

Prince William Cafe: 8700 Sudley Rd Manassas, VA 20110

Last inspection: Oct. 28

Violations: No violations found.

Thai Pepper III: 5541 Merchants View Sq Haymarket, VA 20169

Last inspection: Oct. 28

Violations:

• This food establishment has not established procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility. A copy of the VDH Guidance for Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events in Food Establishments was discussed and provided to the person in charge for the development and implement of this food establishment's vomiting and diarrheal clean-up procedures.
• A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the hand sink by the three-compartment sink.
• Raw animal food (raw shell eggs) stored over ready-to-eat food food in the walk-in cooler.
• Observed food (raw meats, raw vegetables) uncovered in the walk-in cooler.
• Observed a buildup of grime inside the rice cooker.
• The date marking system for prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the walk-in cooler and refrigeration units is not in proper use.
• Observed rodent or insect repellant spray located on the floor next to canned food by the mop sink.
• Observed the door in the kitchen propped wide open without protection against entry from insects or rodents. The person in charge closed the door.
• Observed food (multiple containers of spices and canned foods) stored on the floor by the mop sink and food (ready-to-eat mangoes, broccoli, and marinated meats) stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler.
• Observed food (broccoli in a colander) on the floor next to the three-compartment sink. The person in charge removed the broccoli from the floor.
• Observed multiple utensils located in the rice cooker with the handles touching the rice.
• The following non-food contact surface were observed to be rusty: shelf used for drying equipment and utensils adjacent to the three-compartment sink.
• Observed heavy dirt, grease, and grime buildup under the cooking equipment (fryers and stove).

DQ Grill & Chill: 11702 Sudley Manor Dr Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 24

Violations: No violations found.

Mi Rico Peru: 9700 Liberia Avenue Manassas, VA 20110

Last inspection: Oct. 24

Violations: No violations found.

2 Silos Brewing Company: 9925 Discovery Blvd. Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 23

Violations:

• There was y connector attached to the mop sink faucet the placed the back flow prevention under pressure.

Every One Eats: 9501 Discovery Blvd Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 23

Violations: No violations found.

Black Sheep Kitchen & Bar: 9935 Discovery Blvd Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 23

Violations:

• In the 1 door reach in upright cooler had raw chicken stored over ready to eat food items.
• In the prep kitchen there was y connector attached to the mop sink faucet the placed the back flow prevention under pressure.

Pupuseria Olocuito 3: 7412 Stream Walk Lane Manassas, VA 20109

Last inspection: Oct. 23

Violations:

• Review the Form 1B, Food Employee Reporting Agreement with all employees and maintain copies with signatures for all employees.
• Review with all employees and post the VDH Guidance for Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events near the mop sink in the kitchen. Recommend obtaining a Bodily Fluid clean up kit.3.
• Provide chlorine test strips for bleach sanitizer.
• Remove Quaternary ammonium dispenser system since the establishment is using bleach for sanitizer solution.
• Replace mop holder near mop sink to properly hang mops.

Texas Roadhouse: 9875 Liberia Avenue Manassas, VA 20110

Last inspection: Oct. 23

Violations:

• Observed that the sign that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not clearly visible.
• The handwashing facility located at the ware washing area is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
• The water temperature in the manifold servicing the high temperature ware wash machine was below the minimum allowable level of 160ºF for a stationary rack single temperature machine.
• The portable cutting board(s) are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
• Observed leaking drain at hand sink and 3 compartment sink. Hand sink out of service at ware washing area.