Restaurant: Bamboo Garden
Address: 419 Gateway Drive, Suite 5, Winchester, VA 22603
Type: Fast Food Restaurant
Phone: 540 722-0770
Total inspections: 4
Last inspection: 03/15/2016
Cooling Methods Observation: The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
Correction: Cool foods by the following methods: 1. Placing food in shallow pans 2. Separating food into smaller thinner portions 3. Using rapid chill cooling equipment 4. Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath 5. Using containers that facilitate heat transfer 6. Adding ice as an ingredient 7. Any other method that can effectively accomplish cooling.
Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Hot Holding* Observation: Chicken broth water hot holding at improper temperatures.
Correction: Hot hold potentially hazardous food at 135°F or above to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
Critical: Food-PHF/TCS-Cold Holding-shell eggs (corrected on site) Observation: Observed raw shell eggs not stored in refrigeration equipment that maintains ambient air temperature of 45°F or less
Correction: Store raw shell eggs in refrigerated equipment capable of maintaining ambient air temperatures of 45°F or less
Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory Observation: The handwashing facility located in the back kitchen area is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
Correction: Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the items preventing its use.
Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions Observation: Shelving, equipment, floors, and walls noted in need of cleaning.
Correction: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
03/15/2016
Routine
OK to leave cooling foods uncovered. Store separate and label damaged /dented cans for return to supplier - Do not use.
Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site) Observation: Bevair prep large unit cold holding at improper temperatures
Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
Physical Facilities in Good Repair Observation: Kitchen screen door is not maintained in good repair
Correction: Fix screen door. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
11/24/2014
Routine
Make sure to keep produce stored above meat in the walk-in. No violation noted during this evaluation.
11/20/2013
Risk Factor
-The walk-in was observed with food items cold holding at 42 degrees. Adjust the temperature down so that food is 41 or lower. -Bleach used at 3 vat sink for sanitizer and ammonia used as a sanitizer for wiping towels. -Owner/operator is aware that General Tso chicken and eggs only set out when cooking, during lunch and dinner rushes, but are placed back in the coolers with in a 2 hour time span if not used up. -Food items need to be placed on shelves in the walk-in freezer 6 inches off the floor to prevent contamination and for ease of cleaning. No violation noted during this evaluation.
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