Rodent Droppings: Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections

ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during health department inspections between April 22 and April 30.

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 and around Ashburn and Sterling, according to the Loudoun County Health Department. Of note, health inspectors found rodent droppings at Anna Sudha Community Kitchens and black residue in the ice machine at Chili's Grill & Bar.

Dunkin Donuts IAD-A-22: 1 Saarinen Cir. Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 30

Violations:

• Quat sanitizer was above 500ppm. Remade with person in charge to 200ppm.

Capitol Grounds Coffee (Terminal B): 1 Saarinen Cir. Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 30

Violations:

Cava Mezza Grill: 1 Saarinen Cir. Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 30

Violations:

• No sanitizer test strips available.

Souvlaki Bar: 46519 Harry Byrd Highway #115 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: April 30

Violations:

• Observed two handwashing sinks (one in the kitchen, one in the service area) without proper signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
• Observed dill pesto dated 4-21-2024 and cilantro pesto dated 4-9-2024 in the walk-in cooler. Ready to eat TCS foods must be discarded after the consume-by date, 7 days after preparation with day 1 being the day the food was prepared. PIC voluntarily discarded food items.
• Observed prepared baklava available for self-service by customers without proper labeling. Food packaged in a food establishment, shall be labeled as specified in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

New Asian Fusion: 44260 Ice Rink Plaza #106 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 30

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 fried drumstick cold holding at improper temperature (46F). Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be held at 41F or below to prevent growth of harmful bacteria.
• In use utensils stored in between kitchen tables and plastic bowl without a handle stored in bulk food containers.
• Standing water observed inside the reach in coolers.
• Hood filters observed with a lot of grease.

Freshii Restaurant B72: 1 Saarinen Cir Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 30

Violations: No violations found.

Paris Baguette: 23710 Schooler Plz Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: April 30

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 potentially hazardous food item(s): smoked sausage bread, buffalo chicken & ranch pizzetta, curry croquette, crab meat croquette, cheese tart, egg tart, tiramisu tart and pastry frank.
• 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 potentially hazardous food, no other measures may be substituted.
• Open bags of sugar and flour observed on shelf.

Matchbox One Loudoun: 44720 Thorndike St Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 30

Violations:

• Several TCS food items such as cooked pasta, raw salmon, raw shrimp, crab cakes, chicken, cheese, pasta registered at 55°F in front food prep area. Said unit registered operating at 55°F.
• Temperature control for safety food items such as raw tuna, seared tuna, cheese, chicken and cut leafy greens registered at 49°F in salad prep area. Salad prep cooler registered operating at 47°F. As per the person in charge said food had been in said unit overnight.
• Lower section of the low boy refrigerator holding TCS food items in pizza prep area, pasta prep cooler and salad prep cooler is not maintaining time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods at 41°F or below.

Los Toltecos Bar & Grill: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #194 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 29

Violations:

• Observed raw shrimp, raw red meat, and raw chicken stored over ready to eat food in multiple coolers. Prevent potential cross contamination by storing raw food below and away from ready to eat foods.
• Ready to eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held over 24 hours are being kept past their consume by dates labeled on the containers.

Anna Sudha Community Kitchens: 21100 Dulles Town Cir #134-A Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 29

Violations:

• Rodent droppings still observed throughout the kitchen and below equipment. Harborage conditions observed. Food encrusted equipment observed. Cleanliness has improved since the routine inspection on 4/24/2024 however there are still multiple areas within the facility that need cleaning.

Raunaq Mela: 45250 Catalina Ct Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 29

Violations:

• Observed a plastic tub filled with water sitting in the handwashing sink nearest the service window. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that is accessible at all times for employee use and shall not be used for purposes other than handwashing. PIC removed the object from the handwashing sink.
• Observed several food items stored uncovered in cooler including cooked spinach, cooked pumpkin, and cooked carrots. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
• Observed sliced tomatoes, chickpeas, and lentil dumplings cold holding at improper temperature (58-60 F) in the front service area of the restaurant. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be held at 41F or below to prevent growth of harmful bacteria. PIC voluntarily discarded these foods.
• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) in the walk-in cooler not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include saag, cooked pumpkin, carrot pudding, and paneer. PIC stated that most foods are used within 48 hours.
• Observed self-serve packaged foods including shakkarpara and bhujia available for purchase without proper labelling. Food packaged in a food establishment shall be labelled as specified in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Observed multiple cases of food and buckets of sauces being stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least six (6) inches above the floor.
• Observed rice scoop stored in stagnant water and ice scoop lying face down in ice bin. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensils shall be stored with their handles above the top of the food, and in a way that prevents cross contamination, including but not limited to storing in running water or storing in water maintained at a temperature of at least 135 in a frequently cleaned container. PIC removed the rice scoop and moved the ice scoop to be cleaned before replacing.
• Observed multiple knives stored dangling from a metal wire rack close to the floor near the left kitchen door. Cleaned equipment and utensils shall be stored where they are not exposed to splashes or dust, and at least six (6) inches above the floor. PIC removed the knives and placed them in the dishwashing area to be cleaned.

Five Guys Burgers & Fries: 44795 Dulles Overlook Dr Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 29

Violations:

• Chemicals used to wash or peel fruits and/or vegetables do not meet the requirements specified in 21 CFR 173.315.

Passion Fin Restaurant: 42780 Creek View Plaza #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 29

Violations:

• Observed food handler enter sushi bar area from kitchen and proceed to touch ready to eat leafy greens with their bare hand. Employees shall not contact exposed, ready to eat food with their bare hands.
• Observed cut lettuce, diced cucumbers and tofu stored beneath raw bacon in prep cooler and broccoli stored beneath container of raw fish in walk in cooler. Raw animal proteins shall be stored where they cannot contaminate ready to eat foods.
• Observed the following foods cold holding at improper temperatures: House made ginger dressing observed at 51F stored in tall metal container on counter in approximately one inch of ice. Cut leafy greens observed at 71F stored on counter beside sushi bar area hand sink. Observed imitation crab at 51F, cut leafy greens at 52F, crawfish salad at 54F stored in walk in cooler. Time/temperature control for safety foods shall be stored at or below 41F.
• Observed container of uncovered leafy greens stored directly beside the hand sink and beneath the paper towel holder. Foods shall be stored where not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Many containers of food stored directly on floor in walk in freezer. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off floor.
• Observed several bulk food containers with single-use containers stored inside for dispensing of food. Single-use articles are designed for one time use only.

Asia Cafe: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #106 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspections: April 29

Violations:

• Employees are eating in kitchen on prep tables.
• Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat tofu food in the cooler. Observed raw red meat stored over ready to eat beans food in the cooler. Prevent potential cross contamination by storing raw food below and away from ready to eat foods.
• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include: spring rolls. 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.

Countryside Cafe and Pizzeria: 128 Edds Lane Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: April 26

Violations: No violations found.

The Seafood Lover: 22510 S. Sterling Blvd #110 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: April 26

Violations:

• Shellstock tag not attached to the container of the oysters.
• Some of the light bulbs in the kitchen need to be replaced, please replace them.
• Please make sure three compartments sink water temperature reaches 110 degrees and dishmachine reaches 120 degrees.

Broadlands Brickoven Pizzeria: 42882 Truro Parish Dr #110 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 26

Violations:

• Observed chlorine dispensing dish machine sanitizer concentration at 0ppm. Wares shall be sanitized after washing. Ensure machine is dispensing chlorine sanitizer within the proper range, 50-100ppm.
• Boxes of cheese, raw chicken and containers of onions observed stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler. Food shall be stored elevated at least 6" off floor.

Burger Shack: 42841 Creek View Plaza #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 26

Violations:

• Chlorine sanitizer solution concentration prepared at 3 compartment sink observed below acceptable range. Sanitizer measured 25ppm.
• Observed 2 spray bottles of all-purpose cleaner unlabeled. Working containers of chemicals shall be labeled with common name.
• Observed boxes of food containers and plastic beverage lids stored directly on floor beneath front counter. Food contact items shall be stored elevated at least 6" above the floor.

Chili's Grill & Bar #1826: 45555 Dulles Eastern Plaza Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• Chemical spray bottle observed without the proper labeling. Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents.
• Inside of the ice machine observed with accumulation of black residues.
• The light bulbs in the storage room outside are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.

KFC: 22300 Sterling Blvd Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• No violations found. The restaurant suffered a partial power outage during the inspection along with the market on the opposite corner. PIC called technicians as well as Dominion Energy to report the issue. PIC identified non-functioning equipment and removed all food from inside, placing it in functional equipment. Food that had been moved was still within a safe temperature range.

Teabreak Pho & Boba: 46850 S Cottage Rd #100 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• Observed a dirty pair of tongs being stored in the handwashing sink along the hot-prep line. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purposes other than handwashing.
• Observed multiple covered containers of raw sliced beef sitting on the floor of the walk-in cooler stored under the shelving. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food where it is not exposed to splsh, dust, or other contamination and at least six (6) inches off the floor.

Potbelly Sandwich Works: 22035 Dulles Retail Plaza # 100 Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• The cutting board along the low boy refrigerator holding soda observed heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.

Dulles Cafe Express: 4430 Mercure Circle #115 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• The person in charge (PIC) was not able to produce a verifiable employee health policy. The PIC shall ensure that their food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with law, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food, as specified under 12VAC5-421-80. COS- Form 1-B discussed and provided.

Anita's New Mexico Style Food: 44305 Ice Rink Pl #104 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 25

Violations:

• Observed raw chicken, sausage, steak cold holding at improper temperature (47F) at the drawer cooler below the flat top.
• Vent covers observed with accumulation of dust and debris, please have them cleaned.

Arby's: 23511 Overland Dr Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 24

Violations: No violations found.

C & E Southern Bites Restaurant: 23520 Overland Dr 124 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: April 24

Violations:

• Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be hot held at 135°F or above to prevent growth of harmful bacteria. Improper hot holding observed in that pork ribs was registered at 110°F on a hot holding table in front food service area.

Domino's Pizza #4354: 20921 Davenport Drive #126 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: April 24

Violations:

• Facility does not have verification that employees have been trained in the signs and symptoms of food borne illness. The establishment must have verifiable means that employees have been trained in the signs and symptoms of food borne illness and how to report them. Person in charge (PIC) was able to find blank copies of Form 1B. PIC and employees all read and signed form 1B during the inspection.

Pizza 360: 21760 Beaumeade Circle #130 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 23

Violations:

• This food establishment does not have an employee, with management and supervisory responsibility, that is a Certified Food Protection Manager.
• Employees and conditional employees are not aware of the reporting procedures concerning information about their health and activities if they are suspected of causing, or being exposed to a confirmed disease outbreak caused by Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi), Salmonella (nontyphodial), Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Hepatitis A virus or Norovirus.
• Mushroom can observed dented. The integrity of the food packaging is found to be compromised and therefore possibly exposing the food to potential contamination.
• There is no chemical sanitizing test kit present to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution used is at the proper concentration.
• Toilet room door is not tight fitting. and/or provided with a self- closing door.
• Ceiling tile in the back of the kitchen is missing.

EFESUS Mediterranean Cafe: 20937 Ashburn, Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 23

Violations:

• Observed ready to eat food under raw animal foods. Food should be stored in a way to not cross contaminate. Employee moved raw animal foods to bottom of unit and ready to eat on top shelf.
• Observed lettuce (50F), hummus (45F) and tomato paste (45F) not cold holding properly. Maintain time/temperature safety (TCS) food at 41F or below. Person in charge moved TCS foods to a different cold holding unit.
• Observed unit still not cold holding properly. Equipment should be maintained in good repair.

El Rinconcito del Sabor: 410 S. Sterling Blvd Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: April 23

Violations:

• Bowl used as scoop in ready to eat food. Provide scoop with handle. Ready to eat foods cannot be handled with bare hands.
• There is no signage at hand sink for employees to wash hands. Provide written signage at each hand sink to wash hands.
• Observed several food items stored uncovered in cooler. Store food so that it is protected with covers or wrappings.
• Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat vegetables in the cooler. Prevent potential cross contamination by storing raw food below and away from ready to eat foods.
• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. 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.

Lakshmi Chowk: 21770 Beaumeade Circle #110 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 23

Violations:

• Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
• Observed raw meat stored over ready to eat food in walk in cooler. Prevent potential cross contamination by not storing raw animal foods over ready to eat foods.
• Food contact surfaces shall be properly sanitized after washing. Maintain 50-100 parts per million in a dish machine using Chlorine sanitizer for proper sanitization.
• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include: cooked goat stew, cooked chickpeas, cooked potatos. 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.
• Observed large container of yogurt which was made on site. Food establishment is required to provide a variance for this special process.

Thai Ashburn Restaurant: 44031 Ashburn Shopping Plaza #119 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: April 22

Violations:

• Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat food in cooler. Prevent potential cross contamination by not storing raw animal foods over ready to eat foods.

Charisa Thai: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza 180 Broadlands, VA 20148

Last inspection: April 22

Violations:

• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include: curry sauces removed from freezer yesterday. 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.

Eataliano: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #178 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: April 22

Violations:

• Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat food (pasta) in the cooler. Prevent potential cross contamination by storing raw food below and away from ready to eat foods.
• The tomato sauce was not reheated to a sufficient temperature and time to eliminate pathogenic bacteria. The sauce was placed cold in the hot holding unit and currently 62F. This unit is not meant to function as a reheating unit.
• Observed chicken, sausage, pepperoni cold holding at improper temperature (49-51F). Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be held at 41F or below to prevent growth of harmful bacteria.
• Ready to eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held over 24 hours are being kept past their consume by dates labeled on the containers. Sour cream is labeled with date April 8, 2024 which is 14 days ago.
• Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) not properly dated for disposition. Foods not labeled include: pasta, lasagna, cubed chicken. 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.