Ashburn Health Inspections: Living, Dead Roaches Found In Kitchen

ASHBURN, VA — Several facilities in the Ashburn area recorded violations during health department inspections between March 29 and April 4.

Almost all COVID-19 restrictions around the state have relaxed, so health inspectors are returning to conduct some restaurant inspections in person. However, some visits, such as those for training purposes, can be conducted virtually.

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.

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.

Here are the most recent restaurant inspections in the Ashburn area, according to the Loudoun County Health Department.

• Sushi Mori, 20921 Davenport Drive #110 Sterling, VA 20165
  • Date inspected: March 29
  • Total violations: 4
    • To-go bowls with no handles were observed being used as scoops for the sugar and flour. Food shall be protected from contamination from barehand contact by using scoops with handles, and storing these handled scoops with the handles up, and not in contact with foods.
    • An opened bag of shumai (dumplings) was observed with no date marking. When keeping time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) that are ready to eat (RTE) for more than 24 hours, the date that the food was prepared/opened, or a discard date not to exceed 7 days from the date that the food was prepared/opened must be labeled on the package or container. Date mark dumpling when they are initially opened.
    • There are no logs/records or written documentation tracking/logging the time that is used for sushi rice. When using time as the public health control (TPHC) instead of temperature for TCS/RTE foods, a log or other written means detailing/logging the time that the food items have left temperature control and a discard date not to exceed 4 hours from the time that the food left temperature control shall be kept and able to be reviewed when requested. EHS printed TPHC worksheet - use this to track the time that the sushi rice is left at room temperature.
• Boba Kitchen, 21100 Dulles Town Center #252 Dulles, VA 20166
  
  • Date inspected: March 29
  • Total violations: 4
    • 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.
    • There is no soap at the hand sink to wash hands. There must be soap available at hand sink for proper hand washing at all times.
    • Facility doesn't use sanitizer to sanitize the kitchen utensils. Food contact surfaces shall be properly sanitized after washing. Maintain 50-200 parts per million chlorine sanitizers at three compartment sink.
    • Rice scoops observed stored in the standing water by the rice warmer. Store rice scoop on a clan surface or under running water.
• Grill Kabob, 21100 Dulles Town Cir #240 Sterling, VA 20166
  
  • Date inspected: March 29
  • Total violations: 5
    • 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 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control: Cut lettuce, cut tomato.
    • Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include: Chicken stew. Ready to eat TCS foods held over 24 hours must be date marked with either made on date or date the food item must be consumed not to exceed 7 days.
    • Beef skewers and ground beef skewers cold holding at improper temperature in the tall reach in cooler in the front of the kitchen. Time/temperature for safety food (TCS) food should be cold held at 41 degrees or below.
    • Raw ground chicken stored above cooked chicken stew. . Prevent potential cross contamination by not storing raw animal foods over ready to eat foods.
    • There are no paper towels at the hand sink to dry hands. There must be paper towels available at hand sink for proper hand drying at all times.
• Lemon Hookah Lounge, 45985 Regal Plaza #100 Sterling, VA 20165
  
  • Date inspected: March 29
  • Total violations: 10
    • Owner is the only person working at this location - proper date marking, cleaning and oversight of food prep and service are not being performed. Proper sanitizing is not being performed for food contact surfaces. The person in charge (PIC) shall ensure that food operations are safe, and that food contact surfaces are properly being sanitized.
    • No hand soap or other cleanser was available at the hand washing sink in the kitchen. All hand sinks utilized by employees must have hand cleanser. Person in charge (PIC) provided hand soap. Corrected.
    • No hand towels are available at the hand sink in the kitchen. All hand sinks must be equipped with a hand drying provision. PIC resupplied hand towels for the hand sink. Corrected.
    • Raw shell eggs were found stored above ready to eat (RTE) foods in the walk-in cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by separating raw proteins from RTE foods and arranging them in a way that eliminated cross-contamination risks. Raw shell eggs were moved to the bottom shelf, below other food items in the walk-in cooler. Corrected.
    • Date marking continues to not be performed. Multiple TCS/RTE items were found stored in dirty containers without dates on them. When keeping any TCS/RTE food items longer than 24 hours, a date that the food item was prepared/opened, or a discard date not to exceed 7 days must be on the container or package of the food items. TCS/RTE foods must not be sold to the public after 7 days. Date mark all TCS/RTE items by follow-up inspection.
    • 3 cans of HOTSHOT aerosol pesticide (Restricted material) was observed in the kitchen area. A restricted use pesticide shall be applied only by an applicator certified as defined by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, or a person under the direct supervision of a certified operator. Use of HOTSHOT shall not be used in a food establishment. Discontinue use and remove from the premise.
    • Pests (roaches) were observed both live and dead throughout the kitchen area. Multiple glue traps were covered and need to be replaced at greater frequency. The presence of pests shall be controlled on the premise by routinely inspecting the premise for evidence of pests, and eliminating harborage conditions. EHS discussed the option of a professional pest control company as well as options to mitigate harborage conditions within the facility.
    • Multiple food items in the walk-in cooler are for personal use and not intended for the public. These items have not been separated from food items intended for the public. Employee foods shall be separated from foods intended for the public and stored in a manner that contamination of other foods does not occur. Store employee foods in their own container, shelf or area away from foods intended for the public, and label this area/container or shelf as such.
    • Food containers were observed with heavy food debris and dirt/dust on them while in use. Faces of equipment (Cooler, stoves, ovens, counters) were all observed with moderate-severe accumulation of crumbs, dirt, grease, food debris etc. Non-Food contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dirt, dust, food residue and other debris. Clean all equipment within the kitchen so that there is no residue or debris.
    • General cleanliness at this establishment is not being maintained. The physical facility shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean the kitchen area, including the back portion where items are stored and cleaned/sanitized.
• Cherry Blossom / Mist, 46110 Lake Center Place Sterling, VA 20165
  
  • Date inspected: March 30
  • Total violations: 2
    • The person in charge (PIC) is not able to show credentials of a certified food protection manager (CFPM). A CFPM must be available and reachable during business hours. EHS requested that the PIC email a copy of current CFPM certificate.
    • Raw shrimp was observed stored next to/leaning against a bin of raw marinating chicken. Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by separating raw proteins and arranging them by lowest cook temperature to highest so that the risk of contamination is mitigated. PIC moved raw shrimp to the upper shelf.
• Cava Mezza Grill, 21475 Epicerie Plaza #160 Sterling, VA 20164
  
  • Date inspected: March 30
  • Total violations: 2
    • Falafel on the line hot holding at improper temperature. Hot hold potentially hazardous food at 135°F or above to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
    • Clean stainless-steel containers were not found stored in a position that allows for air-drying.
• Pizza Twist, 46005 Regal Plaza #130 Sterling, VA 20165
  
  • Date inspected: March 30
  • Total violations: 1
    • Time/Temperature control for safety (TCS) foods that are ready to eat (RTE) were all temped at 44F in the walk-in cooler, above proper cold holding temperatures of 41F or less. TCS/RTE foods must be maintained at 41F or less to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Employee moved all TCS/RTE items from the walk-in cooler to the coolers on the line that are confirmed to be maintaining temperatures at 40F or less so that they may rapidly cool. Do not use the walk-in cooler for storing TCS/RTE foods until it is capable of maintaining 41F or less consistently.
• Velocity Wings, 42841 Creek View Plaza #145 Ashburn, VA 20147
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 7
    • The person in charge (PIC) is not ensuring facility has operating hand sinks so that employees may wash their hands, is not monitoring refrigeration equipment to ensure food temperatures are maintained at or below 41F, and is not monitoring the dates of prepared foods in refrigeration to ensure they do not exceed their discard by date.
    • All employees are not informed of their responsibility to report signs and symptoms of illness. No verifiable (Form 1b) Employee Health Agreement on file for 3 employees working today.
    • Hand sink at drink station and hand sink located between the back prep area and the grill area used as dump sinks. Ice observed in basins of both sinks. Hand sinks slow to drain. Hand sinks shall be used for no other purpose.
    • No hot water available at hand sink located between back prep area and grill area. Hot water shall be provided for proper hand washing.
    • Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) chicken wings held in walk-in cooler above the minimum safe temperature of 41F. Chicken wings at 43F.
    • Observed the walk-in cooler in a state of disrepair. Door does not self-close completely. Ambient air temperature observed at 44F, allowing food temperatures to rise above 41F. Observed hand sink at grill turned off, hand sink is not available to employees for hand washing. Manager stated hand sink is in disrepair. Observed ice machine deflector in disrepair. Deflector is bent where it attaches to machine and is dangling loose except for one small area on right side. Equipment shall be maintained in in good repair.
    • The wash solution temperature of the low temp dish machine observed less than required minimum of 120F. Maximum temperature reading on gauge reached 110F after 4 cycles.
• Social House Kitchen & Tap, 42841 Creek View Plaza #145 Ashburn, VA 20147
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 9
    • The person in charge (PIC) is not ensuring facility has operating hand sinks so that employees may wash their hands, is not monitoring refrigeration equipment to ensure food temperatures are maintained at or below 41F, and is not monitoring proper storage of raw hamburger or dates of prepared foods in refrigeration to ensure they do not exceed their discard by date.
    • All employees are not informed of their responsibility to report signs and symptoms of illness. No verifiable (Form 1b) Employee Health Agreement on file for 3 employees working today.
    • Hand sink at drink station and hand sink located between the back prep area and the grill area used as dump sinks. Ice observed in basins of both sinks. Hand sinks slow to drain. Hand sinks shall be used for no other purpose.
    • No hot water available at hand sink located between back prep area and grill area. Hot water shall be provided for proper hand washing.
    • Observed the following food stored improperly in the walk-in cooler: Several boxes of raw hamburger patties stored on shelf directly above cooked noodles and prepared sauces, and containers of raw hamburger patties stored on shelf directly above beef chuck roast.
    • Observed the following Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) held above the minimum safe temperature of 41F: cooked rice 44, milk 46, diced tomatoes 46, sliced tomatoes 46, cut lettuce 46, cooked chicken wing 43.
    • Observed the following prepared foods held the walk-in cooler past their consume by date: aioli sauce and buttermilk dressing. Sauce and dressing prepared 3/24/23 to be discarded 3/30/23. Foods not intended to be consumed within 24 hours after preparation shall be discarded 7 days after preparation.
    • Observed the walk-in cooler in a state of disrepair. Door does not self-close completely. Ambient air temperature observed at 44F, allowing food temperatures to rise above 41F. Observed hand sink at grill turned off, hand sink is not available to employees for hand washing. Manager stated hand sink is in disrepair. Observed ice machine deflector in disrepair. Deflector is bent where it attaches to machine and is dangling loose except for one small area on right side. Equipment shall be maintained in in good repair.
    • The wash solution temperature of the low temp dish machine observed less than required minimum of 120F. Maximum temperature reading on gauge reached 110F after 4 cycles.
• Milk & Honey, 22000 Dulles Retail Plaza, Suite 186 Sterling, VA 20166
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 4
    • Several sanitizing buckets were observed stored in the basin of the hand washing sink located immediately to the left of the three basin sink. All hand sinks shall remain unobstructed so that food employees can easily access and wash hands with no impediment. Hand sinks shall be used for hand washing and no other purpose (storage). Buckets were removed from the basin during the inspection. Corrected.
    • No provision for drying hands was observed at the hand sink behind the coffee bar. All hand sinks utilized by employees must have a hand drying provision. Employee refilled hand towel dispenser during the inspection. Corrected.
    • EHS observed an employee in the back kitchen area (dish area) with shoulder length or longer hair that is not restrained. Food employees (those working directly within the kitchen areas) shall wear hair restraints such as hats or nets to keep their hair from contacting exposed foods or food contact surfaces. All food employees must wear hair restraints.
    • Three boxes of single use utensils (Plastic forks & knives) were found stored directly on the floor near the walk-in freezer. Single-service and single-use items shall be stored at least 6" above the floor. Boxes of utensils were moved to sit on the riser, instead of below it. Corrected.
• Phorever, 47100 Community Plaza #124 Sterling, VA 20164
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 2
    • Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. Observation: Ice used as a medium for cooling a carton of Half and Half. Observed inside of the ice bin used for potable ice storage.
    • Observed 2 Rice Scoop stored in stagnant water in 2 separate containers/stations.
• Pollos Inti, 47100 Community Plaza, #122 Sterling, VA 20164
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 1
    • Observed Ice Machine's Guard inside machine not clean and has pink mold like residue.
• Cafe Rice & Kabob, 47100 Community Plaza #114 Sterling, VA 20164
  
  • Date inspected: March 31
  • Total violations: 1
    • Observed plumbing under the Hand Washing sink by the oven to be leaking.
• Pazzo Pomodoro, 19825 Belmont Chase #185 Ashburn, VA 20147
  
  • Date inspected: April 1
  • Total violations: 7
    • Raw fish was found stored above cooked pasta in a low boy cooler on the line. Foods shall be protected from cross-contamination by separating raw proteins from ready to eat (RTE) foods. Person in charge (PIC) moved the raw fish to the bottom shelf, away from the cooked pasta. Corrected.
    • EHS observed a dark soil debris/growth on the inside portion of the ice bin, traces of pink debris on the deflector. Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Clean the Ice bin.
    • A container of chicken soup (48F) and a container of alfredo sauce (47F) were temped above appropriate cold holding temperature (41F). Per PIC, both of these items were made the day before. Time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) that are ready to eat (RTE) must be maintained at 41F or less. PIC voluntarily discarded both items. Corrected.
    • Date marking was observed throughout the facility, but multiple items were found without a date mark. When holding TCS/RTE foods for more than 24 hours, the date that the food item was prepared/opened or a discard date not to exceed 7 days from the date the food was prepared/opened shall be labeled on the container/package. Date label ALL TCS/RTE foods.
    • Boxes of bread were observed stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler, boxes/bags of frozen foods were found stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Foods shall be protected from cross contamination by storing at least 6" off the floor. Move foods off the floor.
    • A food employee was observed working within the kitchen without a hair restraint. Hair restraints must be utilized so that foods and clean equipment is not contaminated. All food employees must wear hats, nets or other form of hair restraint.
    • Several spatulas were found stored for use that had moderate chips, cracks and damage to them. Food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of any breaks, chips or other imperfections so that they may be cleaned and sanitized properly. PIC voluntarily discarded the damaged utensils. Corrected.
• Hunan Cafe, 415 S. Sterling Blvd Sterling, VA 20164
  
  • Date inspected: April 4
  • Total violations: 1
    • Observed the Hand Washing Sink next to the 3 VAT Dish Cleaning Area used to dry dishes using a tray and rack.
• Ledo's Pizza, 42920 Piccadilly Plaza #136 Ashburn, VA 20147
  
  • Date inspected: April 4
  • Total violations: 1
    • Raw shell eggs stored above cooked chicken in the walk in cooler. 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.

The following facilities did not record any violations:

• Dulles Kabob
• Ashivad Indian Cuisine
• Zoup
• Nick's Taverna
• Golden Path Academy
• Barnes & Noble Kitchen
• Ashburn Village Inn Tap & Grill
• Fireworks Pizza
• & Pizza
• Subway
• Ashburn Senior Center
• Ashburn Elementary School
• Big Buns Damn Good Burgers