Vienna Restaurant Inspections: 12 Violations At One Eatery

VIENNA, VA — As the Fairfax County Health Department regularly inspects restaurants in the Town of Vienna, we continue to look at the latest inspection results.

The health department's environmental health staff inspect over 5,200 restaurants and other retail food service establishments in Fairfax County and cities of Falls Church and Fairfax to ensure safe food handling practices are followed. This includes proper sanitation, food storage and preparation, and adequate kitchen facilities. Aside from restaurants, staff inspect child care centers, hospitals, school cafeterias, and temporary food service vendors at festivals.

Residents can search for a specific restaurant or browse a map of inspected locations through the online database. The health department cautions residents that multiple inspection reports should be used to evaluate a restaurant rather than a single report.

This week's report focuses on December reports around the Town of Vienna. Of note, Z Burger was found with 12 violations. Click on each link to see full reports for each restaurant.

Bonaroti Restaurant: 428 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 12

Violations:

• Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor in the walk-in freezer.
• Observed that the vents under the hood system are in need of cleaning. The floor inn the walk-in freezer is also in need of cleaning.
• Observed that the employee toilet room door was left kept opened.
• The drain on the upright reach-in refrigerator located at the back work area is draining slowly or clogged.

Hissho Sushi at Navy Federal Credit Union: 203 Follin Ln., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 15

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Tuna = 44F, Imitation crab legs = 45F, Wasabi=55F

Crepe Amour: 405 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations found.

Aditi Gourmet Indian Flavors: 405 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations:

• The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: interior surface of the cook-line reach-in freezer.
• Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor in the walk-in coolers.
• The cavity and door seal of the microwave oven were observed soiled.
• Surfaces of the can opener and holding stand were in contact with non-time/temperature control for safety food items that were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
• The nonfood-contact surfaces of the equipment had accumulations of grime and debris.
• Observed that the screen on the back entrance to the kitchen is broken and walls and floors are damaged in some areas, are not maintained in good repair.

MidnightTreats: 167 Glyndon St., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 6

Violations: No violations found.

Bear Branch Tavern: 133 Maple Ave., Ste# 100, Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 11

Violations:

• The following food item(s) from damaged packaging were found offered for sale or service: two damaged cans of tomatoes were noted among canned foods on dry storage shelving.
• Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor. Food containers noted on floor inside the walk-in coolers.
• Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows: knives were observed stored between two tables on the cook-line in-between use.
• Observed that the ceiling g vents above the dish washing machine and the ice machine in the kitchen are dusty and are in need of cleaning.

Bazin's Next Door: 111 Church St., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 12

Violations:

• The following refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food that is prepared on site is not used or discarded within 24 hours of preparation and was not observed to be date marked: chicken salad, caramelized onions, etc.
• The cutting board(s) along the cook-line is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
• Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored on the premises.

Kiln & Custard: 115 Church St., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 14

Violations: No violations found.

Caffe Amouri: 107 Church St., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 5

Violations:

• The following refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food (sandwiches) that are catered by another food establishment are not used or discarded within 24 hours, are not observed to be date marked.
• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: Tzatziki sauce (Serving size containers) from caterer.

Bazin's on Church: 111 Church St., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 12

Violations:

• Observed the handsink at the cook-line being used for cleaning small utensils such as spatulas etc.
• Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name. Unmarked spray bottles containing toxic cleaning chemical solutions ware noted at the bar without labels to identify contents.
• The following refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food that is prepared on site is not used or discarded within 24 hours of preparation and was not observed to be date marked: a variety of foods such as ground beef, short ribs, etc.
• The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: a variety of spices such as, black pepper, salt, red ground pepper,etc.

Oh My Dak: 128 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 20

Violations:

• Raw animal food storage, preparation, holding or display conducted in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: 1) Raw shell eggs stored above rice cakes and carrots in the 2DR upright cooler #1, 2) Raw chicken stored above ready-to-eat condiments in the 2DR upright cooler #2.
• The handwashing facility located in the kitchen is blocked by the mop bucket, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
• Dispensing and/or in-use utensils improperly stored between use as follows: 1) Ice scoop stored in ice machine (front bar), 2) Rice scoop stored directly on top of rice cooker machine.

Don Pollo of Vienna: 146 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 14

Violations:

• The following food item(s) were observed hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Yucca=115-130F.
• Observed food employees using improper handwashing procedures. Observed employee washing hands with gloves on.

29th Parallel Coffee: 106 Lawyers Rd., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations:

• No records of freezing for parasite destruction are maintained for the following raw, raw marinated, partially cooked or marinated-partially cooked fish that are served or sold in ready-to-eat form: SMOKED SALMON.
• A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the following food item(s) that may be served raw and/or undercooked: SMOKED SALMON.
• Wet wiping cloths used for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces were observed stored on the counter.

Frame Coffee Roasters: 302 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations:

• Upon discussion with the person-in-charge, one or more of the elements of an effective employee health policy is either missing or incomplete.
• Observed the handsink at the front serving. Station is being used to wash small utensils and for dumping coffee ingredient excess.
• A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the following food item(s) that may be served raw and/or undercooked: SMOKED SALMON.
• No records of freezing for parasite destruction are maintained for the following raw, raw marinated, partially cooked or marinated-partially cooked fish that are served or sold in ready-to-eat form: SMOKED SALMON.
• Wet wiping cloths used for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces were observed stored on the counter.
• Back door was kept open for ventilation and opening is not protected by a screen or other effective means.
• There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.

Purple Onion Catering Company: 416 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 19

Violations: No violations found.

Coco's Sodas and Sweets: 513 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 7

Violations: No violations found.

Z Burger: 541 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 1

Violations:

• Raw animal food storage, preparation, holding or display conducted in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: raw meats and eggs stored above ready to eat foods in walk in cooler and in 2 Dr upright refrigerator and freezer.
• There is no certified food manager on duty and the person in charge was unable to describe the relationship between the prevention of foodborne disease and the oversight of handwashing
• The food establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
• Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
• There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
• The person in charge is not able to provide a verbal or written policy for preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by an employee who has a disease or a medical condition.
• Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink.
• The certified food manager could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
• Observed that toilet room doors are being kept open.
• Floor, floor covering, walls, wall covering, and ceiling is not designed, constructed or installed to be smooth and easily cleanable.
• Wet wiping cloths used for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces were observed stored on the counter.
• The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.

Chick-fil-A: 538 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 6

Violations:

• A food employee was observed eating, smoking, or drinking in areas where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection.
• Some components of the dish washing machine is soiled and is in need of cleaning.
• Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.employee with beard was observed with a beard net, at he front serving line handling food.

Simply Social Coffee: 260 Cedar Ln., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 11

Violations:

• Working containers of poisonous and toxic materials are not properly labeled with a common name. Observe unmarked spray bottles containing toxic cleaning chemicals without labels.

Lezzet Restaurant: 262 G Cedar Ln., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 13

Violations:

• When tested, the low temperature, chemical sanitizing glassware washing machine was observed with a sanitizing rinse concentration of less than 50 ppm chlorine solution at the bar.
• Raw animal food storage, preparation, holding or display conducted in a manner that may cause cross contamination of ready-to-eat food as follows: Observed raw lamb/meat kabob stored above cooked foods and vegetables in the reach-in and walk-in refrigerators.
• The following food item(s) were observed hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: RICE =76F, COUSCOUS=71F, ON STEAM TABLE.
• The following refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food that is prepared on site is not used or discarded within 24 hours of preparation and was not observed to be date marked: A variety of foods made or cooked on site.

Sushi Koji: 262 H Cedar Ln., Vienna, Va 22180

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations:

• A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the following food item(s) that may be served raw and/or undercooked on the SPECIALS and A La CARTE hand outs: A variety of sushi rolls.