Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: Worst Deli, Firehouse Subs

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — The Rappahannock Area Health District found violations at several restaurants during recent inspections. The violations occurred at restaurants around Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Spotsylvania between Feb. 16 and Feb. 22.

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.

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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.

Depending on the results of the inspection, the health department can pursue several actions.

They can issue a permit for the restaurant to continue serving food, they can schedule a follow-up inspection to determine if violations have been rectified, or they can temporarily shut down an establishment until certain issues are solved.

Here are the most recent violations as listed by the Rappahannock Area Health Department:

• Subway # 37501, 9817 Jefferson Davis Highway Spotsylvania, VA 22407
  • Date inspected: Feb. 16
  • Total violations: 5
    • Observed that the rear door has sunlight coming underneath.
    • Observed a lot of equipment stored on the floor in the hallway near the restrooms.
    • Observed that the outside of the warming trays require cleaning. The PIC placed the trays in the 3-compartment sink area.
    • Observed that the caulking on the 3-compartment sink and the air vent covers in the walk in refrigeration units require cleaning.
    • Observed that the pipes under the drink machine in the lobby are repaired with duct tape.
• KinderCare Learning Center, 29 Greenspring Drive Stafford, VA 22554
  • Date inspected: Feb. 16
  • Total violations: 11
    • Observed a food employee empty the contents of a water bottle in the only handsink in the kitchen. Instructed the person in charge handsinks are to be used for handwashing tasks only.
    • Interior surfaces of the microwave/convection oven observed soiled. The person in charge cleaned the equipment during the inspection.
    • Observed a container of cooked string beans and commercially prepared vegetable puree which were not dated to identify the date of preparation (string beans) and opening (vegetable puree). The person in charge reported the TCS foods were prepared/opened on 2/14/2022 and dated the packages during the inspection. Discussed date marking requirements during the inspection.
    • The person in charge could not provide a thin probed food thermometer to monitor internal temperatures of thin massed foods. The facility has a bimetallic stem thermometer with the sensor halfway up the shaft. Instructed the person in charge to purchase a thin probed food thermometer.
    • Observed boxes of dried food goods stored on the floor in the dry storage area. During the inspection the person in charge elevated the boxes.
    • Observed two wet wiping cloths stored between the rinse and sanitizer basins of the 3 compartment sink. Discussed storage of wet wiping cloths during the inspection and removing them for cleaning.
    • Observed trays used in contact with food stored on top of a convection oven and exposed to splash from window cleaner while a food employee was cleaning the microwave/convection oven. Observed splash on the trays which were relocated to the 3 vat sink to be cleaned. Discussed relocating food contact equipment during periods of cleaning.
    • Observed the pressure gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is not meeting the equipment specifications. The data plate indicates the pressure is required to be +/- 20 psi and 8 psi was observed during the rinse cycle. Contact technician to repair or replace.
    • The person in charge could not provide an irreversible registering temperature indicator to monitor hot water sanitization of the high temperature dishwasher.
    • Observed the walls, plumbing under the 3 vat sink, service sink, and flooring behind and next to the dishwasher in need of cleaning.
    • Observed numerous blown out ceiling lights.
• Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 15 South Gateway Drive Suite 113, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
  • Date inspected: Feb. 16
  • Total violations: 10
    • Observed interior of the microwave soiled.
    • Observed significant accumulation of debris on the interior surfaces of the ice machine.
    • Observed food employees wearing wrist jewelry.
    • Observed single use articles used to package food for guests stored with the food contact surface facing upward on the top of the large prep cooler under open shelving with noticeable dust accumulation. Discussed adequate storage to prevent contamination.
    • Observed heavily scratched and scored cutting board on the drainboard at the 3 compartment sink and beverage prep cooler.
    • Observed significant accumulation of grime and debris on all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment including inside refrigeration equipment, vents of reach in refrigeration equipment, exterior surfaces of blenders, panini press and shelving throughout the facility.
    • Observed accumulation of trash and debris around the trash enclosure.
    • Observed both dumpster doors open. Discussed closing them to prevent attraction of pests.
    • The facility is in need of a deep and thorough cleaning of the facilities including the floors, walls, ceiling tiles and vents, including under the 3 compartment sink and inside walk in refrigeration units.
    • Observed 3.5 foot candles of light inside the walk in cooler.
• My Wife's Pizza & More, 2010 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Date inspected: Feb. 16
  • Total violations: 9
    • Observed a food employee touch a bun without gloves. EHS discussed with the person in charge bare hand contact with RTE foods.
    • Observed a container of raw chicken and a container of raw ground beef stored above RTE foods in the walk in cooler. During the inspection the person in charge relocated items to the bottom shelf.
    • Observed the food processor and blender were left unclean overnight.
    • Observed several containers of food prepared in the facility without a label of when items were prepared or need to be discarded.
    • Observed several boxes of canned pizza sauce stored directly on the floor.
    • Observed numerous boxes of single service use items, unused dining plates stored directly on the floor.
    • Observed an upright freezer with a heavy build up of ice on shelves and top surface.
    • The following were observed in need of repair: Blown out lightbulbs need replacing in pizza prep area and dish room area, Missing ceiling tile in employee bathroom.
    • Observed non working equipment stored in the employee bathroom.
• Outback Steakhouse #4718, 2941 Plank Road Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Date inspected: Feb. 17
  • Total violations: 7
    • Observed the cooling unit for the salad/dressing station is not holding the required temperature to cool foods (49-50 degrees F with the VDH thermometer). Person in charge is aware of the non-working cooling unit and is actively using ice in bags and time to control temperatures of foods held in the cooling unit. Foods are not stored in unit overnight.
    • Observed several boxes of wrapped bread stored underneath where employees hang their coats. During the inspection the person in charge relocated the boxes of bread.
    • Observed the following: several boxes of to go boxes and bags stored on the floor of the dry storage room and unboxed rolls of hand paper towels stored on a shelf in the employee bathroom. During the inspection the person in charge moved the boxes of to go containers and bags off the floor.
    • All of the handsinks in the kitchen, prep room sinks and dishroom area sinks are no longer adjointed to the wall and need caulking.
    • Observed the following in need of cleaning: floors underneath equipment throughout the kitchen area, floors of walk in freezer and cooler, floors of dry storage room, walls throughout kitchen and dish room area, ceiling tiles in the dish room were noted stained.
    • The facility is storing an old grease trap by the back door that is no longer in use.
    • Observed cracked floors throughout the kitchen, dry storage area, dish room and cooks line.
• Chick-Fil-A, 4220 Plank Road Fredericksburg, VA 22407
  • Date inspected: Feb. 17
  • Total violations: 4
    • Observed numerous sheet trays with a heavy biuld up of grime and grease.
    • Observed several stainless steel food containers stored stacked while wet.
    • Observed the handsink by the breading station is no longer adjointed to the wall.
    • Observed the interior surfaces of the fryer cabinets are in need of cleaning.
• Noodles & Company, 1212 Carl D. Silver Parkway Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Date inspected: Feb. 17
  • Total violations: 9
    • The following were observed soiled to the sight and touch: 1) two knives, 2) three serving spoons, 3) a metal container. The person in charge moved the items to the dishmachine area to be washed.
    • Observed the following time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods cold holding at improper temperatures: in the prep unit: 1- a container of cauliflower pasta (48'F-50'F). 2- a container of penne pasta (44'F- 45'F), 3- a container of cavatappi pasta (41'F-43'F), 4- a container of lo mein (43'F- 46'F) 5- a container of rice noodles (48'F- 49'F) a container of udon pasta (43'F-47'F); and in the cold holding unit by the steamer: 1- three containers of spinach (52'F-56'F), 2- a container of pesto sauce (44'F-46'F) , 3- a container of scampi sauce (42'F-45'F). The person in charge (PIC) reported the TCS foods were prepared the day prior and have been in the unit overnight. The PIC discarded all items.
    • Observed several containers stacked while wet after sanitizing on the shelving units. EHS instructed PIC to dry the containers with a single disposable paper towel. Corrected during the inspection.
    • Accumulation of debris were noted on the exterior of the ice machine and prep units.
    • Observed a hose attached to a Y connector at the mop sink with an air gap that was less than 1 inch above the flood level rim. During the inspection, the PIC created the required air gap between the hose and flood level rim.
    • Outside refuse container was uncovered. The person in charge covered the containers.
    • Observed the following in need of cleaning: 1) wall behind the convection oven, 2) wall and floor behind the dishmachine, 3) ceiling vents.
    • Observed the following in poor repair: 1) ceiling tiles not sealed to the frame, 2) damaged ceiling tiles, 3) the floor tiles need to be re-grouted throughout the facility, 4) draining boards need to be re-caulked.
    • Observed the following: 1) ceiling and walls in the kitchen are not smooth and easy to clean, 2) stained carpet in the dry storage area.
• Peanut's Steak and Seafood, 6330 Morris Road Spotsylvania, VA 22551
  • Date inspected: Feb. 17
  • Total violations: 1
    • This food establishment does not have an employee, with management and supervisory responsibility, that is a Certified Food Protection Manager.
• Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg Cypress, 1804 Bragg Rd Fredericksburg, VA 22407
  • Date inspected: Feb. 17
  • Total violations: 11
    • Improper handwashing procedures observed. Employee washed hands for less than 10 seconds. Observation was discussed with the person in charge.
    • Paper towels were not provided at the handwashing sink by the kitchen door.
    • Observed shelled eggs stored near ready to eat food in the the reach in cooler. The eggs were re-located.
    • Observed a food employee portioning ready to eat cookies, then touched his glasses and the shelving unit, then was about to touch the ready to eat cookies without first washing his hands and donning gloves. EHS stopped the employee before touching the cookies and instructed him to wash his hands.
    • Observed a container of cooked pasta (41'F-44'F) cold holding at improper temperatures in the reach in cooler. Pasta was discarded.
    • Observed sliced ham and bologna stored in food grade plastic bags that were held for over 24 hours but were not clearly labeled with the date they were removed from the original package.
    • Observed shelled eggs on the counter, the person in charge (PIC) reported the eggs were pasteurized and they were used in the morning to cook scrambled eggs and store them in the hot holding unit for portioning. EHS checked the eggs box of the eggs and they were not pasteurized. The PIC reported they usually use pasteurized liquid eggs but are currently out during the time of the inspection. The regulations were discussed with the PIC.
    • Observed the following: 1- clean a colander and clean pots stored below a soiled ceiling fan, 2- Air conditioner unit installed above food on the shelving unit. The PIC relocated the items.
    • Observed the only food employee in the kitchen preparing food while wearing wrist jewelry. The employee removed the jewelry.
    • Observed the only food employee in the kitchen preparing food while wearing wrist jewelry. The employee removed the jewelry.
    • Observed a wet mop not hung up to air dry.
• Panera Bread #805, 1760 Carl D. Silver Parkway Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Date inspected: Feb. 18
  • Total violations: 9
    • Observed gloved food employee open toaster door and handle utensils and then place the RTE folded egg white onto bread with the same gloves. EHS informed PIC of observation. The food employee discarded food
    • Observed 2 food employees preparing food while wearing a jewelry (watch and bracelet). During the inspection, the food employees removed jewelry.
    • Observed several plastic food containers over the 3 compartment sink that were stacked while wet after cleaning and sanitizing.
    • The 3 compartment sink is not sealed to the adjoining wall.
    • The interior surface of the dishwasher is heavily soiled.
    • The non-food contact surfaces of the following are in need of cleaning: 1. The re-thermalizer. 2. The ice machine. 3. All shelves throughout the back kitchen and drive-thru area.
    • The floors, walls, and ceiling throughout the establishment are in need of major cleaning.
    • Observed several wet mops in the mop sink and sitting in the dirty water in the mop buckets.
    • The following are in need of repair: 1. Cracked floor tile and tile coving between dishwashing area and drive thru area. 2. The floor tile throughout the establishment needs re-grouting. 3. Several lights out over the drive thru area. 4. Chipped wall corners throughout.
• American Legion Post 290, 1141 Mountain View Road Fredericksburg, VA 22406
  • Date inspected: Feb. 18
  • Total violations: 20
    • Absence of active managerial control observed during the inspection. The person in charge could not communicate final cooking temperatures of raw animal foods, discuss if and how multi-stage cooling methods are conducted in the food establishment, communicate cleaning and sanitization of food contact equipment, communicate if food deliveries are monitored, and does not appear to be knowledgeable of processes and procedures in the food establishment.
    • The person in charge could not provide certified food protection manager certificate during the inspection. The person in charge reported she holds a certificate. Instructed the person in charge to email certificate for verification.
    • Observed the warewashing handsink is blocked from employee access by a shelving unit and stack of packaged take out containers. Also observed a food employee rinse the chili and nacho cheese nozzle in the prep area hand sink. Instructed the person in charge to relocate the items to permit access to the handwashing sink. Also instructed the person in charge handsinks are only permitted for handwashing tasks.
    • Observed black build up on the ice inside the ice machine. Instructed the person in charge to dispose of the ice and conduct a thorough cleaning of the machine. Also discussed contacting a technician to perform service on the ice machine. The person in charge agreed to comply and informed food staff upon arrival.
    • Observed wrapped raw bacon stored over packaged bread in the 2 door upright cooler #1. The bacon was relocated during the inspection.
    • Observed the interior of the microwave oven soiled.
    • Observed the upsplash of the coffee brewer, interior of the ice machine and potato dicer soiled.
    • Observed three stainless steel containers, pizza slicer, 3 spatulas and meat slicer soiled. All equipment with the exception of the meat slicer were removed for cleaning.
    • Observed commercially processed nacho cheese (62°F) and chili (63°F) held in the hot holding unit (turned off) during the inspection. The person in charge reported the foods have been in the unit since at least Wednesday (2 days prior.). The person in charge voluntarily discarded the foods during the inspection.
    • Observed lighter stored on shelf next to and over packaged spices.
    • The person in charge could not provide a thin probed thermometer. The thermometer in the facility was a bimetallic probe thermometer which the sensor could not be identified.
    • Observed 2 boxes of shortening stored on the floor by the fryers and a box of packaged salt stored on the floor by the wire shelving.
    • Observed various cooking equipment (pizza oven and stacked pots and pans) stored on the floor in the food establishment.
    • Observed boxes of napkins, take out clam shell containers and bowls stored on the floor.
    • Observed the prep, 3 compartment and dishwasher drainboard are no longer sealed to the adjacent walls.
    • The Quaternary Ammonium testing kit expired December 2021. Instructed the person in charge to purchase a new test kit.
    • The person in charge could not provide an irreversible registering temperature indicator to monitor sanitization of the high temperature dishwasher.
    • Observed significant accumulation of debris on all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment. Corrective action: Recommend a thorough cleaning of nonfood contact equipment.
    • Observed ceiling tiles in the toilet room are absorbent and not easily cleanable.
    • Observed the floors and sinks throughout the facility in need of cleaning.
• Firehouse Subs, 1036 Warrenton Road #103, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
  • Date inspected: Feb. 18
  • Total violations: 19
    • The person in charge could not provide documentation of employee health training but was knowledgeable of health reporting requirements. The person in charge reported the manager had the documents. Instructed the person in charge to email signed documents for review. Ensure employee health training documentation are available for review during inspections.
    • Observed a food employee touch their face mask and then prepare to don single use disposable gloves to engage in food preparation tasks without washing their hands. Instructed the food employee to wash their hands.
    • Observed the food establishment is using the front handwashing sink to fill pitchers. Informed the person in charge handsinks are to be used for handwashing tasks only.
    • Through discussion with the person in charge the utensils used to cut sandwiches, which are in contact with TCS foods, are removed for cleaning every 5 hours. Informed the person in charge equipment in contact with TCS foods are required to be cleaned and sanitized at least once every 4 hours.
    • Observed the following equipment in contact with Non-TCS foods soiled: Wire rack of the toaster oven, interior surfaces of the ice machine, vegetable peeler, upsplash of the iced tea brewer and the soda machine nozzle. The person in charge reported the soda machine nozzle/dispenser is cleaned weekly. The vegetable peeler was removed to the 3 compartment sink to be cleaned.
    • Observed the interior of the microwave oven soiled.
    • Observed the food contact surfaces of the tomato dicer and meat slicer soiled. The meat slicer blade was stored on the open shelving and the person in charge reported the tomato dicer was not used since opening. The equipment was removed to the 3 compartment sink for cleaning and sanitizing.
    • Observed the following TCS foods cold holding at improper temperatures: Commercially processed chili (45 degrees F), commercially processed meatballs in sauce (46 degrees F) and sliced cheddar cheese (45 degrees F). The person in charge voluntarily discarded the TCS foods for safety and relocated TCS foods to other units out of an abundance of caution. The owner arrived during the inspection and found the circuit breaker was tripped.
    • Observed commercially prepared brisket was dated to indicate the date it was removed from the manufacturer packaging. The person in charge reported the brisket was opened the morning prior and placed a date sticker on the wrapped brisket.
    • Observed 2 Quaternary Ammonium spray bottles and one spray bottle of stainless steel cleaner stored hanging on the open wire shelving over cleaned and sanitized food contact equipment. The spray bottles were removed during the inspection.
    • Observed individually packaged brownie and cookies which are not labeled for consumer self service.
    • Observed food employees wearing wrist jewelry.
    • Observed food employees without proper hair and beard restraints.
    • Observed the following: Scissors used in contact with food contact equipment and a spatula stored between wire shelving which are not cleaned daily and vegetable slicer and stainless steel plates used in the steamer equipment stored less than 1 food from the sanitizer basin of the 3 vat sink and close to the floor (stainless steel plates) and trashcan under the 3 vat sink (vegetable slicer). The scissors and spatula were removed for cleaning.
    • The person in charge could not provide a Quaternary Ammonium testing kit.
    • Observed accumulation of debris on the following nonfood contact surfaces: Inside and exterior of refrigeration equipment, wire shelving, and toaster oven.
    • Observed significant accumulation of litter and debris around the dumpster enclosure.
    • Observed the dumpster is missing a lid on the left hand side. Contact contractor for repair or replacement.
    • Observed the floors, walls, mop sink and ceiling light covers throughout the facility in need of cleaning.
• Texas Roadhouse, 3940 Plank Road Ste. A Fredericksburg, VA 22407
  • Date inspected: Feb. 18
  • Total violations: 12
    • Observed a food employee pick up rolls from the floor with gloved hands, employee proceeded to continue working without washing hands first and changing gloves. EHS instructed the food employee to wash hands and discussed with the person in charge.
    • Observed the interior top part of the ice machine is soiled with mold like growth staining.
    • Observed the following: 1.The high temperature dish machine was not reaching the required 160 degrees F for proper sanitization, EHS thermometer was registering a temperature of 153 degrees F. EHS instructed person in charge to use 3 compartment sink until a technician could come fix the dish machine. During the inspection the person in charge placed a call to technician and before EHS left the facility the dish machine was registered at 163 degrees F. 2.The chlorine sanitizing solution at the bar three compartment sink was registering at 0 ppm. Through discussion with the person in charge and bartender the sanitizing solution at the bar 3 compartment sink is never tested for proper concentration. EHS had a thorough discussion with PIC the importance and requirement of testing sanitizing solutions.
    • Observed the interior surfaces of the microwaves in the facility are in need of cleaning.
    • Observed numerous metal/stainless steel sheet trays with heavy biuld up of grime and grease.
    • Observed a hair in a container of ranch dressing on the servers side of the serving line. During the inspection the person in charge discarded the ranch dressing for safety.
    • Observed the caulking missing or worn off, in all of the hand sinks in the facility (excluding the bathrooms), 3 compartment sink, dish room area, and prep room sinks.
    • Observed the following: two panels missing from the hood vent area at the cook line, ice build up in the under counter plate chiller/freezer, a drain stopper is missing at the sanitizing 3 compartment sink.
    • Observed numerous cutting boards heavily scored and scratched and are no longer smooth and easy to clean.
    • Person in charge could not provide test trips for the chlorine sanitizer used at the bar sink area.
    • The following non-food contact surfaces were observed very heavily soiled: Upsplash of the soda machines, upsplash of the coffee and tea brewers, interior surfaces and gaskets of all cooling/freezing units, wheels, handles and exterior surfaces of equipment, non food contact surfaces of the floor mixers, the exterior of the bins holding bags of flour, rib seasoning and catfish mix.
    • Observed the floors, walls and ceilings are in need of a deep and thorough cleaning. Ceiling and AC vents throughout the facility were also noted in need of cleaning.
• Legends Grille, 10500 Spotsylvania Avenue Fredericksburg, VA 22408
  • Date inspected: Feb. 22
  • Total violations: 2
    • Observed two bottles of 2% milk (49'F-57'F) cold holding at improper temperatures in the reach in cooler by the soda machine. Milk was discarded.
    • Observed the reach in cooler by the soda machine in need of repair. Person in charge will use the unit for non time/temperature control for safety products, until the unit gets replaced.
• The Pub, 4187 Plank Road (Chancellor Center) Fredericksburg, VA 22407
  • Date inspected: Feb. 22
  • Total violations: 11
    • Observed the chemical sanitizing machine was not dispensing sanitizer at the time of the inspection. Person in charge will place a call to a technician and in the meantime dishes will be washed, rinsed and sanitized at the 3 compartment sink.
    • Observed the interior surfaces of the two kitchen microwaves soiled to sight and touch.
    • Observed small packs (22) of lunch meat, turkey, ham and roast beef stored a temperature of 48-54-52 degrees F. During the inspection person in charge tossed the lunch meats for safety.
    • In discussion with the person in charge beef products offered on the menu can be served undercoooked but the menu does not have a proper disclosure of a consumer advisory warning.
    • Observed 3 ROP packs of tuna thawing in the undercounter prep unit. During the inspection the person in charge discarded the 3 packs of tuna.
    • Observed the handle of the ice scoop was making direct contact with the ice in the bin at the bar. During the inspection the scoop was taken to the dish area for rewashing.
    • Observed a cold holding prep unit not holding the required temperature. The top portion of the cold holding unit was 51 degrees F, and the bottom 46 degrees F.
    • Observed 3 compartment sink and area around dish machine are no longer adjointed to the wall.
    • Person in charge was unable to provide a test kit for the chemical sanitizing dish machine.
    • The upsplash of the tea brewer and inside of the cabinets of the deep fryers were observed soiled.
    • Observed floor tiles damaged throughout the kitchen and walk in cooler
• Pupuseria Dona Azucena, 60 Susa Dr STE 127 Stafford, VA 22554
  • Date inspected: Feb. 22
  • Total violations: 17
    • Observed that the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager.
    • The employees are not aware of the illnesses and symptoms associated with foodborne illness. EHS provided a sample policy.
    • Observed the employee rinse her hands then put on new gloves. EHS discussed this with the person in charge.
    • Observed uncovered cooked beef, boiled eggs, and cream in the reach in cooler. The person in charge instructed the employee to cover the items.
    • Observed the following food contact surfaces that need cleaning: stainless steel bowls, tongs, and dispensing utensils. The person in charge placed the items in the 3-compartment sink for cleaning.
    • Observed that the ice machine requires cleaning.
    • Observed cheese at 62'F sitting outside of the walk in cooler, Pico de Gallo at 46'F, cut cabbage at 42'F, and cut lettuce at 45'F in the sandwich prep unit. The PIC threw the cheese away and placed the other items in the bottom of the sandwich prep unit.
    • Observed several items dated on 1/15/22 and several items that had no date. The person in charge instructed the employee to date all items.
    • Observed that the pupusia items like the cheese and beans in which time is being used are not annotated with the start time. Observed that salsa and cut cabbage in which time is being used are not annotated with the start time.
    • Observed that the facility does not have a small probe food thermometer.
    • Observed equipment stored in water that measured 84'F.
    • Observed single service foil containers stored with the food-contact surface facing upwards.
    • Observed meats stored in direct contact the reach in freezer in to-go bags. The person in charge instructed the employee to remove the bags.
    • Observed food stored in plastic bins that are not food-grade.
    • The facility does not have quaternary test strips.
    • Observed that the interior of the oven requires cleaning.
    • Observed that the ceiling tiles over the ice machine and dish washing area are not smooth and easily cleanable.
• Worst Deli, 1120 International Parkway #Suite 123 Fredericksburg, VA 22406
  • Date inspected: Feb. 22
  • Total violations: 28
    • Observed absence of active managerial control during the inspection. The person in charge could not communicate or verify the employee health policy or symptoms and illnesses requiring reporting, could not communicate Quaternary Ammonium sanitizer concentration requirements, improper glove use observed during the inspection, and monitoring temperatures of TCS foods during cold holding and hot holding.
    • The person in charge could not communicate symptoms and illnesses requiring reporting and exclusion or provide an employee health policy. Discussed employee health requirements during the inspection and provided sample policies in English and Korean.
    • Observed a food employee begin to wash their hands in the prep sink. Instructed the food employee to wash their hands in the handsink in the prep area.
    • Observed hot water was not turned on for the prep area handwashing sink and the hot water in the toilet room was observed at 91 degrees F. The hot water was turned on at the prep area handsink. Contact plumber to restore hot water to the toilet room handsink.
    • Observed improper glove use during the inspection: 1- Observed a food employee crack a shell egg onto the flattop and then use the same disposable glove to handle bread, 2- Observed a food employee batter bread with French toast with shell egg batter and then proceed to handle spice containers using the same disposable glove and 3- Observed a food employee touch their glasses and then proceed to handle cleaned equipment wearing the same disposable glove. The bread was voluntarily discarded during the inspection. Instructed the food employee to remove gloves and wash their hands. Discussed proper glove use during the inspection.
    • Observed pooled shell eggs stored in a container inside the small prep cooler over waffle batter which is not prepared with shell eggs and two covered containers of raw thinly sliced beef stored over box of cabbage inside the walk in cooler. The raw animal foods were relocated during the inspection.
    • Through discussion with the person in charge, the meat slicer is sanitized only, absence of a wash step is conducted. Informed the person in charge food contact equipment in contact with TCS foods shall be cleaned and sanitized at least once every 4 hours. Instructed the person in charge to clean and sanitize the meat slicer prior to next use.
    • Observed the vegetable peeler soiled. Through discussion with the person in charge, the soda nozzles are removed from cleaning weekly. The vegetable peeler was removed to the 3 compartment sink during the inspection for cleaning. Instructed the person in charge to clean and sanitize soda nozzles daily.
    • Observed the following TCS foods hot holding in the steamer unit: Hash browns (102 degrees F). The person in charge reported the hash browns were reheated on the flattop and placed in the unit at 9:45 a.m. The facility will use time as a public health control and discard the hash browns at 1:45 p.m. The person in charge date marked the container.
    • Observed shell eggs (68.7 degrees F) cold holding in a container over a pan of ice in contact with the bottom of container only. The person in charge reported the eggs were pulled from the walk in cooler at 7:30 a.m. The eggs were relocated to the walk in cooler to cool to 45 degrees F or less by 10:30 a.m.
    • Observed the following TCS foods cold holding at improper temperatures: 1- Spring mix (58 degrees F) and pre-cooked sausage (48 degrees F) stored in a container over ice by the grill, The person in charge reported the TCS foods were placed over the ice at 8:00 a.m. and placed a notation to discard by 12:00 p.m. Observed ice only in contact with the bottom of the food containers. 2- Observed shredded cheddar cheese (45 degrees F) in the small prep cooler. The person in charge reported the cheese was placed in the unit at 7:00 a.m. and will use time as a public health control with a discard time of 11:00 a.m. 3- Observed Sliced mozzarella, American and jalapeno cheeses (43, 45, 43 degrees F) in the walk in cooler. The person in charge reported the cheese in the walk in cooler were held in the unit overnight and voluntarily discarded for safety. 4- Observed single use dairy creamers which require refrigeration (44 degrees F) holding in a container of melted ice at the beverage station. The person in charge reported the dairy creamers were placed in the container at 8:45 a.m. and placed a discard time of 12:05 on the container. Discussed contacting a technician to evaluate the cold holding capacities of the walk in cooler and small prep cooler and setting the thermostat to 38 degrees F. Ensure adequate amounts of ice are use in contact with TCS food containers to ensure internal temperatures of the foods is 41 degrees F or less.
    • The menu does not include a consumer advisory for eggs which may be cooked raw and/or undercooked per a customer's request. Provided VDH Food Regulation for consumer advisory during the inspection,
    • Observed employee sealed medication stored in a container over packaged foods in the prep area. During the inspection the person in charge labeled the container and relocated the medication to prevent cross contamination.
    • Observed package of raw beef thawing on the counter attached to the prep sink. The person in charge reported the beef was pulled at 10:00 a.m. and the external temperature was observed at 37.8 degrees F. The person in charge placed the beef over running water at 43 degrees F. Discussed correct thawing methods.
    • The person in charge could not provide a thin probed thermometer to monitor internal temperatures of thin-massed TCS foods.
    • Observed soy sauce bucket and chili paste container stored on the floor by the prep table in the back of the house.
    • Observed the following: 1- whisk (for pancake batter) being held in a container of water less than 135 degrees F an 2- ice scoop being stored on to of the ice machine which is not cleaned and sanitized every 24 hours. The ice scoop was removed for cleaning during the inspection and the whisk was removed to a clean and dry container and instructed the person in charge to remove for cleaning once every 4 hours.
    • The food establishment is reusing soy sauce container lids which are not easily cleanable. Discussed options to be in compliance with the VDH Food Regulations during the inspection.
    • Observed 4 empty shell egg cartons stored on top of packaged bottled water. The person in charge discarded the shell egg cartons
    • Observed one head of lettuce being stored in a plastic shopping bag inside the walk in cooler and brioche bread bags are being used to stored cooked chicken in the deep freezer #2. Discussed the brioche bread bag is not cleanable and cannot be reused for food storage. During the inspection the person in charge voluntarily discarded the lettuce and cooked chicken
    • Observed accumulation of debris inside and exterior of reach in refrigeration units, shelf under the flattop, and upsplash of the coffee brewer
    • Observed the toilet room door is not self-closing.
    • Observed significant accumulation of debris around the dumpster.
    • Observed the left side dumpster door is cracked and broken and does not adequately close to prevent intrusion of pests.
    • Observed the ceiling tiles above the beverage storage area are absorbent and not easily cleanable. Observed ceiling tiles soiled.
    • Observed numerous blown out ceiling lights in the food establishment and the air vent is not sealed to the ceiling in the toilet room. Discussed sealing the gap during the inspection.
    • The floors throughout the facility and the mop room are in need of cleaning.
    • Observed 0.7 foot candles of light inside the walk in cooler and 6.5 foot candles of light inside the toilet room.

The following locations received a visit from the health department during the most recent week of inspections, but recorded no violations.

• Creative Childcare Academy & Camp
• Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg - Willow
• Lee Hill Elementary School
• Osan Japanese Restaurant
• Casey's
• Logan's Roadhouse
• Goddard School