Flies Throughout Kitchen, Encrusted Dirt: Woodbridge Restaurant Inspections

WOODBRIDGE, VA — Some restaurants in the Woodbridge area recorded violations during recent health department inspections between Aug. 19 and Sept. 10.

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 Woodbridge area, according to the Prince William Health District. Red Lobster was cited for fruit flies or flies found throughout the kitchen, leading health inspectors to recommend pest control. Another violation was encrusted dirt in the ice machine at Ricos Tacos Moya. Other restaurants came away with no violations.

Dona Tere Taqueria y Pupuseria: 14490 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Sept. 10

Violations: No violations found.

Arepas Capitol: 14091 Noblewood Plaza Woodbridge, VA 22193

Last inspection: Sept. 10

Violations:

• Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
• Observed the floor tile broken inside the Walk in Freezer across from the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed rusted shelves in the Walk in Cooler across from the 3 compartment sink and inside the Hartford Walk in Cooler #2 in the kitchen.
• Observed torn seal (gasket) on the Walk in Freezer across from the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed an accumulation of ice build up inside the Walk in Freezer across from the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen. Observed fan guard with an accumulation of dust inside the Hartford Walk in Cooler #2 in the kitchen.
• Observed employee clothing (apron) stored in areas (near clean dishes) that may contaminate food, food-contact surfaces of equipment, single-service items, or single-use items.

Don Alberto Charcoal Chicken: 14455 Richmond Highway Suite 2 Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Sept. 10

Violations: No violations found.

Taco Baja of Dumfries: 17485 Jefferson Davis Hwy Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Sept. 3 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Bite Me Foodie: 202 Commerce St Occoquan, VA 22125

Last inspection: Sept. 3 (pre-opening)

• Violations: No violations found. The owner and CFPM were advised to discard foods at the end of the day or keep hot/cold and cool down properly at the commissary. In addition, proper cooling procedures were discussed.

Smoki Kabobs: 13428 Jefferson Davis Hwy Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Aug. 30

Violations:

• Clean gaskets and shelves inside the Leader 3 door prep reach in cooler int the kitchen.

La Sabrocita: 1951 Gableridge Turn 403 Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Aug. 29

• Violations: No violations found. The towing vehicle used today, per the owner of the mobile food unit, is not the vehicle used in the past and they plan on purchasing a new vehicle. Provide the registration to the Prince William Heath District once the new vehicle is purchased. Ensure that it has proper tags and a current safety inspection.

Sheetz #606: 2500 Caton Hill Rd. Woodbridge, VA 22192

Last inspection: Aug. 28

Violations:

• Observed soiled sponges stored above the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed cardboard liner on chemical stand near the dish machine in the kitchen.
• Observed 3 cracked plastic containers stored on dish shelves near the dish machine in the kitchen.
• Observed rusted shelves above the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed the dish machine with encrusted dirt build up near the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed ice buildup on the door of the Walk in Freezer door near the Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed the ceiling vents with encrusted dust build up inside the women's toilet room in the dining area and above the food prep counters in the kitchen. Observed dish rack with encrusted dirt build up inside the dish machine in the kitchen.
• Observed walls with an accumulation of dirt and dried spill build up near the hand washing sink and the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen. Observed the floor in the storage area with encrusted dirt build up in the kitchen.

Sheetz #653: 5350 Dale Blvd. Woodbridge, VA 22193

Last inspection: Aug. 28

Violations:

• Observed rusted shelves above the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed caulking with encrusted dirt build up on the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
• Observed the floor with encrusted dirt build up near the Soda BIB shelves in the kitchen.

Fu Sheng: 18011 Dumfries Shopping Plz Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 28

Violations:

• Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen.
• No continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel has been provided.
• Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk in cooler.
• The following packaged food item(s) is not properly labeled.
• Packaged food stored in direct contact with water.
• Single-service items were observed reused for the storage of beef.
• The cutting board(s) along the prep line are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
• Toilet room door is not provided with a self-closing door.
• Toilet seat broken is not maintained in good repair.
• The ceiling tile located in kitchen is absorbent and not easily cleaned.
• The floor, wall, ceiling surface is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and/or nonabsorbent.

Bobs Blue Ridge BBQ: 5098 Dumfries Road Warrenton, VA 20187

Last inspection: Aug. 27

Violations: No violations found.

Starbuck's Coffee #7965: 4380 Fortuna Center Plz Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 27

Violations: No violations found.

Sol Tea M: 14502 Smoketown Road Woodbridge, VA 22192

Last inspection: Aug. 27

Violations:

• Employees and conditional employees are not aware of the reporting requirements concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
• The food establishment does not have written procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility.
• Hair of employees observed too long to be simply tied up. Hair restraints required.
• No test strips for chlorine.

Southern Taste: 4708 Dane Ridge Circle Woodbridge, VA 22193

Last inspection: Aug. 26

Violations: No violations found.

Red Lobster #6231: 2544 Prince William Pkwy Woodbridge, VA 22192

Last inspection: Aug. 23

Violations:

• Employees and conditional employees are not aware of the reporting requirements concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
• The food establishment does not have written procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility.
• Foods offered on menu that CAN NOT be under-cooked (salmon bowl).
• Thermometers required on all cold holding areas - most notably the walk-in-refrigeration. It must be located by the door and eye level.
• Fruit flies/flies observed throughout kitchen area. Pest control required.
• Hot water observed in bathrooms measured @ 70?-75?
• Walk-in-Refrigerator door observed missing - however - a 'butchers drape' is in place and operates as a plastic door holding the interior at the appropriate temperature.

R' Burger: 3730 Greentree Ln Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 22 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Corner Store: 3730 Greentree Ln Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 22 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Mama Mia's: 3730 Greentree Ln Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 22 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Crabtastic: 3730 Greentree Ln Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 22 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Southern Spin: 3730 Greentree Ln Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 22 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

The Spot on Mill Street: 406 Mill Street Occoquan, VA 22125

Last inspection: Aug. 21 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

McDonald's: 1480 Old Bridge Rd Woodbridge, VA 22192

Last inspection: Aug. 20 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found.

Mill Street Draft Garden: 126 Mill Street Occoquan, VA 22125

Last inspection: Aug. 20

Violations:

• The food establishment does not have written procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility.
• There is no chemical sanitizing test kit present to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution used is at the proper concentration.

McDonald's: 13840 Noblewood Plaza Woodbridge, VA 22193

Last inspection: Aug. 20 (pre-opening)

Violations:

• Hot water at the hand washing sinks in the men's and women's toilet room need to be adjusted to reach the temperature of 100F.
• Trees above the dumpster area need to be trimmed to prevent pest control activity.

Domino's Pizza #4357: 5159 Waterway Dr Dumfries, VA 22026

Last inspection: Aug. 20

Violations:

• There is no person in charge with a valid Food Protection Manager Certification from an accreditied agency recognized by the Conference for Food Protection.
• Observed that mops are improperly stored between use.

Bottle Stop Wine Bar: 311 Mill Street Occoquan, VA 22125

Last inspection: Aug. 20

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.
• The food establishment does not have written procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility.
• Trash bin in women's restroom does not have a lid.

Secret Garden Cafe: 404 Mill St Occoquan, VA 22125

Last inspection: Aug. 20

Violations:

• Employees and conditional employees are not aware of the reporting requirements concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
• The food establishment does not have written procedures for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal events that happen in the facility.
• Beef 47?, shrimp45? and chicken47?@ cold holding at improper temperatures - foods will not reach proper Cold holding temp. at this rate.
• Dumpster is located on dirt in rear of establishment - off wooded area to left.

Ricos Tacos Moya: 14087 Richmond Hwy, Suite 137 Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Aug. 19

Violations:

• Establishment is unable to provide procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
• No hand drying provisions were provided at the handwashing sink near the ice machine in the kitchen.
• Observed that hand soap was not provided at the handwashing sink at the bar in the dining area.
• A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.
• Observed red cutting boards with visible soil on the shelves near the Amer-kooler Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• There was no temperature measuring device located in the True 2 door refrigerator in the kitchen.
• Observed gap underneath the exit back door in the kitchen.
• Observed knives stored in a bucket of sanitizer water near the cookline in the kitchen.
• Observed torn seals (gaskets) on the Artic air 2 door prep cooler, reach in drawers underneath the flat grill on the cookline, and the Amer-kooler Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.
• Observed soiled labels on clean metal pans on shelves near the dish machine in the kitchen.
• Observed the deflector plate which is in direct contact with ice with encrusted dirt build up inside that ice machine in the kitchen.
• Observed shielded light bulbs out above the grill on the cookline in the kitchen.
• Observed the floor with ice build up inside the Ameri-kooler Walk in Cooler in the kitchen.

Pulgarcito de America: 14425 Richmond Hwy. Woodbridge, VA 22191

Last inspection: Aug. 19

Violations: No violations found.